Lollyology The Original Gourmet Lollipop Blog

Its bound to happen; you drop it, it gets crushed, it gets tossed around in transit. Lollipops break sometimes, but it doesn't have to be the end of the world if you open the wrapper and find a crumbled mess. We think it's just a good excuse for a fun DIY craft. You may even start hoping for a broken lollipop just so you can make it in to something new and exciting. Here's a fun and simple craft to transform those sad broken pops into some magical unicorn pops! What you will need: Some broken lollipops Hammer, mallet or rolling pin Ziploc freezer bag Cupcake pan Non-stick cooking spray Directions: Pre-heat oven to 325ºF Place broken pops in Ziploc bag and crush them up even more with a hammer, mallet, rolling pin, or whatever you have that will do the trick (Keep in mind that the smaller the pieces are, the quicker they melt).  Put the lollipop sticks aside for use at the end. Spray cupcake pan with non-stick cooking spray Spoon lollipop crumbs in...

Ancient Beginnings: Archeologists found that our ancient ancestors perhaps created the earliest version of the lollipop thousands of years ago. In ancient times, people would preserve fruits and nuts with honey and place them on wooden sticks for easy consumption. As time went on honey became less and less available, almost destroying the future of the lollipop.  17th Century: As time progressed, so did hope for the lollipop. Sugar became more abundant and replaced honey in many recipes. London Street vendors used sugar to make soft candies that they placed on sticks. This confection became known as "Lolly Pop" which humorously translates to "Tongue Slap".  20th Century: The lollipop appeared in various forms throughout the 1800's but it wasn't until the early 1900's that the most recognizable version of the lollipop emerged. Plenty of people tried to monetize the lollipop at this time; however, it is believed that the first...

Its that time of year again, summer vacation is coming to a close and the back-to-school grind is just beginning. Now is the time to set the pace for the whole year. Things can surly get a little hectic, but we believe a good start can create less stress down the road. Whether you’re a parent or a student yourself, the new school year brings new challenges. Getting off on the right foot can surely help set you up for success. 1. Establish a routine This is your chance to come up with a game plan. Look at all your responsibilities for the day and organize when everything will get done. The busier you are the easier it is to get sidetracked and forget things you need to do. Having it written down and knowing when each task will be done can help keep you right on track. Each day of the week may look different, but week-to-week should be consistent.  2. Find an organizational system that works for you Everyone is different so...