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Retro sweets are back, and they're bringing a lot of people with them. From cola bottles and sherbet fountains to Love Hearts and Parma Violets, we look at why the classics are booming in 2026, the brands worth knowing, the diet-friendly options now available, and why they make such a good choice for parties and gifts.

Strawberry is the UK's favourite sweet flavour, and it's easy to see why: it works fizzy, chewy, creamy, boiled or sugar-dusted. We've picked out eight strawberry favourites from our range, from £1 Giant Strawberries to retro bon bons and vegan fizzy slices, with a quick comparison to help you choose.

Gummy bears start as a heated mix of sugar, glucose syrup and gelatine, poured into starch moulds and left to set for days. We trace the full process, from Haribo's 1922 origins to how vegan versions swap gelatine for pectin or agar-agar, and how you can make them at home.

Egg hunts, hampers, party bags and adult gifting. Easter sweets vary by occasion. This guide walks you through chocolate eggs, jelly bunnies, bulk bags and vegan picks across 31+ seasonal products, with budget tips and dietary advice so every sweet lands perfectly.

Meet the ten UK creators reshaping how people discover sweets in 2026. From Fitwaffle's three-ingredient traybakes to The Food Review Club's honest verdicts, plus vegan and gluten-free specialists, these are the accounts worth following for recipe ideas, reviews and inspiration for your next sweet shop.