The Basket Diaries

  • The Art of Hosting: How to Create a Candy Bar for Weddings

    Forget basic favors—your wedding deserves a candy bar as memorable as your vows. Picture this: glass jars brimming with hand-dipped chocolates, vintage scoops for guests to serve themselves, and a sprinkle of Western New York charm (hello, sponge candy!). Whether you’re planning a rustic barn celebration or a black-tie affair, we’ll show you how to design an unforgettable sweets station. 

  • Crack Open the Perfect Pairing: Beer & Nuts Done Right

    Discover the art of elevating craft beer with our artisan nuts in this celebration of perfect pairings. Learn why citrusy IPAs sing alongside fiery Buffalo peanuts, how velvety stouts transform dark chocolate almonds into pure decadence, and why a simple sea salt caramel mix might just be the ultimate pilsner companion. It's a flavor adventure that pays homage to our small-batch nuts and CHQ's vibrant craft beer scene.

  • Build an Easter Basket That Feels Like Home (With a Little CHQ Magic!)

    There’s something magical about an Easter basket that feels both timeless and uniquely yours. This year, skip the store-bought fluff and build one brimming with small-batch sweetness and local charm. From honeycomb-crisp sponge candy (a true Western New York legend) to speckled eggs that look like they’ve tumbled out of a storybook, we’ll show you how to craft a basket that’s both nostalgic and deliciously unexpected.