This baby loves Dubbel Zout (double salt) black licorice from Holland

Dubbel Zout (double salt) black licorice from Holland has a unique salty taste that may take some getting used to.  Some people enjoy giving Dubbel Zout to their friends, just to see their reaction, and some enjoy videotaping the faces people make when tasting the salty candy.

Baby Maggie loves Dubbel Zout!  There's nothing like a baby's reaction to candy.  Watch it here:



If you want to try Dubbel Zout for yourself (or if you want to give it to your friends to see their reaction), click here to order.

What about you?  Are you a Dubbel Zout lover, or is the salty taste too much for you?  Leave a comment to tell us about it.

Special Olympics Brings Thousands to Lincoln - and Licorice International

What a week! From July 17-24 Lincoln, Nebraska, hosted the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games. Thousands of athletes, family members, coaches, volunteers and fans participated in the event, which happens every four years in different U.S. cities. Lincoln is known for its kind hospitality and friendly people. When the visitors weren't busy with the games, they kept busy exploring Lincoln. Many discovered an amazing little store in the heart of Lincoln's Haymarket District - Licorice International, located at 8th and Q Streets.

This group from Missouri kept coming back and buying more.  Each time they sampled different kinds of licorice and walked out with a bagfull.

A woman from Florida is not a fan of licorice, but she bought an armload of black licorice for her father, a licorice lover. She also bought a package of Kenny's Pina Colada Licorice Candy Twists for herself.

This couple came from Michigan. Their daughter plays basketball in the Special Olympics. They bought Finnish Strawberry Bites and  RJ's Licorice Allsorts.

A group from Minnesota loved sampling the many kinds of licorice. These two were pleasantly suprised at how much they enjoyed the mildly salty taste of Salmiak Rocks Licorice from Holland. They ended up buying a package, along with several other tasty treats.

After they return home, they can continue to buy great gourmet licorice from the Licorice International Website (http://www.licoriceinternational.com/)

New Licorice of the Month Club: Licorice Samplers

I can't tell you how many times we've been asked to provide a sample of all the different types of licorice that we offer.

We mulled over various ways to fulfill this request and finally came up with a plan. We've recreated the Licorice Sampler of the Month Club. 

I think a lot of people will love our all new "Licorice Sampler of the Month" club. 

For years, Licorice International has offered a one-of-a-kind "Licorice of the Month" Club." During the past five years, hundreds of licorice lovers have enjoyed receiving a package of licorice treats in the mail each month. But now we're bringing licorice lovers an all new club featuring six mini samplers, sent automatically once a month, plus a surprise mini pack.

It's a great way to try some awesome licorice you may not have thought of before, such as Irish Licorice Toffee, Dutch Licorice Chalk or Salmiak Rocks (with just a touch of salt).

These samplers are only available in this combination through the Sampler of the Month Club. Each sampler weighs approximately 1 lb, 4 oz. or more.

As an introductory offer, you get $15 off the retail price.  The Licorice Sampler makes a great gift. Or just treat yourself to a monthly surprise in the mail.

Click here for more information on the Licorice Sampler Club.

Surprises hide in Nebraska - Including Licorice International in Lincoln's Haymarket

When Jennifer Walker, a food and entertainment blogger, recently visited Lincoln, Nebraska, she found some nice suprises, including Lincoln's Historic Haymarket district, where she stumbled upon Licorice International, a store she just "had to take a look at."  Like most tourists, she couldn't believe there could be a whole store dedicated to licorice, but sure enough, there it was in the heart of the Heartland: more than 150 varieties of licorice from 13 different countries. She enjoyed tasting the Kookaburra Strawberry Twist from Australia, but really got excited when she spotted licorice shaped like monkeys. Here's how she described the experience:

A squeal might have escaped my lips. I was even a bit giddy at the possibility of tasting one (turns out most of the items are available to taste if you but ask). The ears and such are traditional black licorice but the yellow muzzle? It’s banana flavored! And with a texture that reminds you of circus peanuts in the best possible way. Even though the Dutch Ape Head licorice only came in 1 lb bags, I had to buy them if only for the novelty factor. Imagine my surprise when we got home and found them utterly addictive.

You can read the rest of her post here.

Licorice Ladies Attend 2010 Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City

The Licorice Ladies, Ardith and Elizabeth, enjoyed the 2010 Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City, where they sampled some delightful treats, including some great new products they plan to make available through Licorice International.  Be watching the website for new items.

Ardith's sister-in-law Gina sampling some Mexican liquor.

While they were there, the Licorice Ladies got to do a bit of sight seeing, including St. Patrick's Cathedral, the World Financial Center, Ground Zero, and the Statue of Liberty.

Click here for more pictures of their trip.

Lincoln Welcomes Special Olympics Athletes July 18-23 - Come Taste Some Licorice

Lincoln, Nebraska, will host the Special Olympics 2010 USA National Games, July 18-23, 2010. We're proud of all the athletes and their families. Welcome to Lincoln! We hope you enjoy your stay here.

While you're in town, be sure to stop by Licorice International, located in the Historic Haymarket District, at 803 Q Street, Suite 300 (right next to the From Nebraska store). (Click here for a map.) Our regular hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

Stop in and see the wide variety of licorice and other treats we have for sale. Interested in trying a new kind of licorice or candy? Ask for a free sample. Our clerks are happy to help you. Check out the latest specials. Licorice International is a popular spot for visitors to Lincoln, and we hope you come and see us while you're in town.

Free Sample of Wiley Wallaby Australian-Style Gourmet Red Licorice

Place an order of any size at Licorice International and you'll receive a FREE sample package of ALL NEW Wiley Wallaby Australian-Style Gourmet Red Licorice.

Wiley Wallaby is "Soft"!

Wiley Wallaby is "Chewy"!

Wiley Wallaby is Full of Flavor and Delicious!

Wiley Wallaby Gourmet Red Licorice is made in the style of Australian Soft Gourmet Liquorice that everyone will enjoy!

Each piece is approximately 5/8" in diameter and 2" in length.

You can get a sample package of Wiley Wallaby red licorice twists with your order of any size at no extra charge.

Your sample package is ABSOLUTELY FREE—with your order of any size. (No minimum required.)

Order today! And treat yourself to the world’s best licorice.

Sample packages are shipped to the same location as the order. If you send a gift, the gift recipient receives the sample package. Offer applies to INTERNET AND PHONE ORDERS ONLY. Does not apply to shop purchases.

Pictured on this page is a full-size package (10 oz.) Available at the INTRODUCTORY PRICE OF $4.50. Click here to order Wiley Wallaby now.

Free Shipping from Licorice International

From now through July 5th, get Free Ground Shipping on orders of $50 or more from Licorice International. Order by July 5th to take advantage of this offer.
See link for details:
https://www.licoriceinternational.com/licorice/pc/viewcontent.asp?idpage=4

Licorice Treats for the Troops - See What We're Sending.

Wow!  This is what we're sending to soldiers overseas through our Treats for the Troops program. So far we've shipped over a thousand pounds of licorice candy twists to chaplains and individual soldiers in our Armed Forces.

THANK YOU so much for helping us bring a bit of joy to those serving our country.

For just $50, you can send a 12-pound package like this to an individual soldier or a chaplain, who will distribute it amongst the soldiers. This includes shipping and is a discount of $24.50 over list price. For $35 you can send an 8 pound box.

Click here for more information on Treats for the Troops.

Licorice International Photo Contest: Summer Fun with Licorice

What are you doing for fun this summer? Send us a photo of yourself or someone else enjoying licorice while participating in a favorite summer activity, and you may win a $15 or $25 gift certificate to Licorice International. (http://www.licoriceinternational.com/)

Remember, licorice is perfect for summertime fun because it's low fat and won't melt in the heat. It's easy to slip a package of licorice in your beach bag or backpack before you head outside, and the sweet taste will give you just the right pick-me-up snack. Licorice International offers more than 160 kinds of licorice and other sweets to choose from.

You might want to pose in front of a landmark while on vacation or take a picture at a ballgame or in a state park. Whatever you do for fun, send us a photo (and be sure to include licorice in the photo).  Simply send it as a photo attachment to licorice@oakviewresources.com or attach it to a wall post on Licorice International's Facebook page. Click here to become a fan of Licorice International on Facebook.

You will have until August 31, 2010, to submit your photos.  Good luck and have fun!

NOTE: Photos will be judged on originality, interest and composition. The contest is open to all ages, but you must be a U.S. resident. Employees of Licorice International are not eligible to enter. Each individual may enter up to three photos.

Click here to shop for gourmet licorice at Licorice International's website.

Cool Contests,

Great Prizes at

Contest Alley

Red, White and Blue Licorice (with emphasis on Red)

Independence Day is a great time to enjoy licorice. Licorice International offers red licorice and other red treats to make your Fourth of July festive. Combine with Kenny's Pina Colada and Blue Raspberry Twists for a patriotic display. Pictured here are:
Decaf Licorice Coffee
Australian Strawberry Kookaburra Twists
Australian Raspberry Kookaburra Twists
Red Laces
Strawberry Broadway Rolls
Haribo Strawberry Wheels
Cinnamon Lava Balls
Red Sampler
Original Cherry Chews
Red Pipes by Leaf
Red Tire Tread
Kenny's Red Raspberry Twists
Australian Style Red Licorice

Licorice is Awesome: Two Key Advantages of Being a Black Licorice (or Real Licorice) Fan

A recent article on licorice on the “boing boing” website listed the following two key advantages of black licorice:

It tends to pack enough of a flavor punch that you aren't going to sit down and eat a pound of the stuff, saving you calories and money, while still supplying a junk food fix.

You usually don't have to share. In fact, you can offer, and everybody will turn you down, so you still look like a good person even though you're really being a giant, selfish candy hoarder.

So far the article has generated more than a hundred comments about licorice. Several people agreed that the best part about liking licorice is that you don’t have to share, although others commented that they did have to share because more and more people are realizing how great licorice is.

Here are some of the other advantages that people mentioned:

• Not too sweet
• Settles stomach
• Acts as a diuretic
• Has antiviral qualities
• Helps quit smoking

You can read the entire article here.

 What about you?  Do you love licorice?  Why?  What are the main advantages?

Red, White & Blue Licorice for July 4th

Show your patriotic spirit by serving Kenny's licorice sticks in cherry (red), pina colada (white) and blue raspberry (blue) flavors. Use it to decorate cakes, cut it up and add color to your trail mix, or just munch on it while watching the fireworks.  You can even use it as a straw.

Licorice of any variety makes the perfect summertime treat for many reasons:

It doesn't melt in the heat

It's low fat (important when thinking about fitting into that swimming suit)

It's not salty, which means you don't get thirsty after eating it.

Click here to order Kenny's licorice sticks.

Click here to shop for licorice from 14 different countries.

Ferret Licorice Attack Video

Combine one stick of red licorice, one ferret, and one slippery wood floor, and what do you get? A licorice attack! Watch this fun video. No ferrets were harmed in the making of this video, but one certainly had a lot of fun eating licorice. Oh, and the dogs seemed to enjoy looking on too.

(NOTE: We do not promote feeding licorice to your pets on a regular basis; we just thought this was a fun video to share.)

Click here to order licorice sticks in many flavors, including some you might not expect.

Sample Wiley Wallaby Australian-Style Licorice Free with your Licorice International Order

Now you can sample ALL NEW Wiley Wallaby Australian-Style Licorice Twists (made in America) with a purchase of any size from Licorice International.

Wiley Wallaby is "Soft"!

Wiley Wallaby is "Chewy"!

Wiley Wallaby is Full of Flavor and Delicious!

Wiley Wallaby Gourmet Black is an Australian Style Soft Gourmet Liquorice that everyone will enjoy!

Each piece is approximately 5/8" in diameter and 2" in length.

We will send a sample package of Wiley Wallaby black licorice twists with your order of any size at no extra charge.

Your sample package is ABSOLUTELY FREE—with your order of any size. (No minimum required.)

Order today! And treat yourself to the world’s best licorice.

Sample packages are shipped to the same location as the order. If you send a gift, the gift recipient receives the sample package.

Offer applies to INTERNET AND PHONE ORDERS ONLY. Does not apply to shop purchases.

Pictured on this page is a full-size package (10 oz.) Available at the INTRODUCTORY PRICE OF $4.50. Click here to order Wiley Wallaby now.  Click here to shop for gourmet licorice from Licorice International.

A Refreshing Summer Treat - Licorice Iced Tea

Are you looking for something different for a summer thirst-quencher? Try making iced tea out of Licorice Spice teabags, which are available in bulk here. The sweet, spicy flavors of licorice and spice give this iced tea an unexpected taste.  Make it plain for a caffeine-free treat or mix it with black tea, giving a zip to ordinary iced tea.

Simply brew a pot of tea, add sugar or honey (if desired) and pour over ice. You may also make sun tea by steeping tea bags in a jar of water set out in the sun, then refrigerate or pour over ice.

An easy way to make iced tea is simply to put the tea bags into a pitcher of cold water and leave in the refrigerator for several hours. This produces a slightly weaker tea, so you may need to use more tea bags.

Enjoy!

Memories of Grandpa and Licorice - Thoughts for Father's Day

Father's Day is coming, and what better time to reflect on memories, both of your father and your grandfather.  Often something as simple as the old fashioned taste of licorice can bring back a memory.  We asked people to share their licorice memories for a book we're compiling.  It was no surprise that lots of those memories had to do with grandparents.  Here are a couple "grandpa" memories:

    

     Oh my gosh! It seems like it was another world, so quiet and easy. In the late 1960’s on a steamy summer afternoon in LaMotte Iowa, around the Fourth of July, I was swaying slowly on the squeaky porch swing with my only grandpa while most of my five siblings and seven cousins were frolicking at the park around the bend or tapping on Grandma’s piano in the parlor. It wasn’t too often any of us got to sit all alone with Grandpa when we drove from Chicagoland to visit. I don’t remember him ever saying much, but he would pull a quarter out of my ear every time I crawled up and sat on his lap. How did it get in there? I wondered.

     Best of all, though, he always—and I mean always—had candy in his pocket. I’d crawl up and he’d ever so slowly reach into his left breast pocket as I’d watch and wait longingly for small pieces of coated chocolate or chalky pink discs. One day, however, he pulled out something I’d never seen. I noticed him looking away toward his spittoon. At first I wondered if it was his chewing tobacco. It was dark and leathery. I could smell it before I tasted it. Licorice! Mmmm! Thanks Grandpa. To this day every time I taste licorice I remember my grandpa. I remember how I sat there with him, how we shared time together. I remember how much this gentle old man loved me and how I loved him. I remember licorice.

-- Cathy Shuck

                                                             

     By the time I was born, Papa was already quite ill. Growing up, I felt frightened by his wheezing, the shiny hospital bed, and the oxygen tanks that were taller than I was. While the adults talked, I’d play with the meerschaum pipes that Papa once relish and that he had lined up on his dresser like intricately carved bones. I loved their sweet, smoky scent.   One day Papa called me over conspiratorially and whispered in his thick accent, “You like ze pipes?”

       From under his pillow he pulled out a black licorice pipe. It tasted stronger than the licorice I was used to, saltier and more adult. Papa winked. The pipes became a special treat bridging generations. Soon afterwards, Papa moved West, where despite the dry air his asthma finally killed him. Forty years later, black licorice still takes me back to Papa’s house in Brookline, Massachusetts, where we shared a secret and a smile.

-- P.R. Wine

You can still buy those old fashioned licorice pipes here.

Click here to see the wide variety of gourmet licorice available from Licorice International.

How to Help a Soldier Overseas - Send Licorice

You can touch a soldier overseas by sending a package of licorice.  That's right!  Sometimes something as simple as a sweet treat can bring encouragement.

Click here for more info on Licorice International'sTreats for the Troops Program.

A chaplain sent this picture and the following thank you note:

We received your licorice the other day and it is fantastic. We plan to share it with our Soldiers as they come and go carrying out missions.

It's such nice generosity from wonderful people like you that at times just overwhelms us. I know the Soldiers and Marines that come to see us love it. I bet I have 30 people visit my chapel a day just for candy.

I probably have 50 plus come for coffee. God sure is good. He brings them by or me to them and I get a have a chance to bring a personal touch of Christ into their lives. We have chapel services every Sunday, prayer devotionals on Wednesdays, Karaoke Nights on Fridays (we have service members from each branch of service here sometimes even Danish and British Soldiers). Then we have a Chaplain movie night with soda and popcorn.

I guestimate that we serve or personally touch between 200-350 a week.

We look forward to continue to minister to our excellent service members who serve our great country and protect the freedoms we enjoy.

God bless you Kim Kolb and others who have given so much to us already.

I am very grateful!

Have a great weekend and God bless you!

Buzzard Billy’s Cajun Creole Restaurant: New Orleans Cuisine in Lincoln, Nebraska

A Review by a Licorice Lover:

You can experience a bit of New Orleans in the Heartland. Buzzard Billy’s Cajun-Creole Restaurant is located in Lincoln’s Historic Haymarket, right across the street from Licorice International on 8th Street between P and Q. Decorated in a combination of nostalgia and Cajun items (yes, there are several alligators), the atmosphere is fun for the whole family, and is also a great place to meet friends for a drink.

I recently had lunch at Buzzard Billy’s, after a tour of Memorial Stadium, and before a visit to Licorice International. (Of course, I can’t go to the Haymarket without visiting Licorice International.) I split the Mean Green Buzzard Wings and Swamp Platter (fried crawfish tails, fried alligator, crab cakes, hush puppies and coleslaw) with two young friends, supplementing my meal with a cup of Grilled Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo. It was more than enough to fill us up. (Plus, we snitched a bit from the appetizers our other friends shared: Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms and Miller High Life Spinach Artichoke Dip.) Our friends,--who aren’t as into Cajun food as the rest of us--enjoyed Po’Boys (New Orleans style hoagies).

A few months ago, my husband and I met some friends for drinks at Buzzard Billy’s on a Thursday evening. (Since I don’t drink alcohol, I chose raspberry iced tea.) It was trivia night, so we competed with other tables to guess trivia from the 60’s and 70’s. We didn’t win anything, but we enjoyed reminiscing about the “good old days.”

For more information on Buzzard Billy’s see their website.

Get FREE Shipping on your Licorice Order Through May 31

Now through May 31, you will receive free shipping on any order over $50 at Licorice International, the largest specialty retailer of imported licorice in the United States.

Great for Father's Day gifts, graduation gifts or a unique wedding gift.

Click here to shop for licorice

New Lincoln Arena Will Be Good for Licorice International and Other Haymarket Businesses

The Lincoln voters have spoken. In a wider-than-expected margin, Lincolnites approved the construction of a 16,000-seat arena in the Haymarket commercial district.

What does this mean for the city, and specifically for the Haymarket area? Because arena events will bring in hundreds of visitors from out of town, that means an increase in business for area shops, restaurants, and hotels.

Elizabeth Erlandson and Ardith Stuertz, owners of Licorice International, a gourmet candy store in the Haymarket area, were quoted in an article about the arena in the May 12, 2010, issue of The Omaha World Herald.

“It will bring some wonderful things to the city for events and entertainment,” said Stuertz. “After it's been built, we'll see an increase in volume of people that come into the area that will only be good for our business.”

Click here to read the entire article.

Australian Style Licorice Made in the USA

Licorice Lovers always rave about Australian licorice. The soft texture and just-right taste are to die for. Kookaburra Twists from Australia are top sellers at Licorice International, both on-line and in the retail store.

Now you can get Australian licorice made in the USA. New Australian Style Liquorice (the way the Aussies spell it) is manufactured by Kenny's Candy Company and tastes surprisingly like Kookaburra. It comes in Gourmet Black (made with real licorice root for authentic licorice flavor) and Gourmet Red, which tastes great.

For a limited time, get 50 cents off each package of Australian Style Licorice. Click here to purchase.

Dutch Licorice - The Candy Holland Calls Drop

Holland has the largest per capita licorice consumption in the world. The Dutch call licorice "drop," and they enjoy many licorice varieties, including their specialty, salty licorice.

However, licorice was not invented in the Netherlands. Licorice is actually a naturally occurring root native to southern Europe, the Mediterranean, and Asia, and has been valued for its medicinal qualities since ancient times. When theDutch traders brought back licorice from their travels, the treat quickly became popular. From Holland, the traders shared it with the rest of Europe.

Some unique varieties of Dutch licorice offered by Licorice International include:

Salmiak Rocks: If you're not sure about salty licorice, try these first. The creamy outside layer complements the salty center for a great taste combination.

Licorice Chalk: This old-fashioned treat will remind you of your school days, but the taste will amaze you. A light minty coating covers a soft, sweet center.

Mounties Licorice Caramels: A perfect blend of licorice and caramels, two favorite tastes for candy lovers. Also, in the shape of a tube, the licorice center is covered by sweet caramel.

Click here to see all of the Dutch Licorice available.

Third Winner from the Foodie Blogroll

During the month of April, the Foodie Blogroll gave away free licorice courtesy of Licorice International. The third week Meg, author of the "My Cooking Addiction" blog, won free Red and Black Scotties. Her verdict: "super tasty" and "insanely cute."
Read her blog post here.

Something unique for Mother's Day: Licorice

Does your mother love licorice? Then why give her a box of chocolates? Give her something unique: Licorice. Licorice not only tastes great; it's low fat, and it offers some amazing health benefits. And a gift of gourmet licorice from Licorice International makes a special gift. The variety of licorice available is astounding.

For starters, check out:

Licorice Samplers
Licorice Gift Baskets
Best Sellers in Licorice
Sugar Free Licorice
Gluten Free Licorice
Dutch Licorice (The Dutch really know how to make licorice)

For a mom with an entrepeneur spirit, how about the new book BoomerPreneurs by M.B. Izard

And for a gift that lasts all year long, sign her up for the Licorice of the Month Club!

Happy Mother's Day!

Second Licorice Winner from the Foodie Blogroll

Throughout April, the Foodie Blogroll is giving away free licorice from Licorice International.

The second blogger to win, "The Amateur Nutritionist" was excited to open the package of Haribo black and strawberry wheels and the sample bridge mix, which comes free with every on-line order in April.

Click here to see what she had to say.

Comment to Win Licorice Allsorts and Creamy Irish Licorice Toffee

This week you have an opportunity to win two of Licorice International's most popular candies.

This week's giveaway is a combination of English Allsorts made by the Bassetts company and Creamy Irish Licorice Toffee by Oatfields. The Allsorts are shaped like straws, sandwiches, and licorice gummies and have a licorice and coconut flavor. The Licorice Toffee is similar to Callard & Bowser licorice toffee. Each piece is individually wrapped in silver foil. Savor the flavor!

To enter the contest, click here to visit the Foodie BlogRoll and leave a comment regarding which Licorice International product you'd like to try the most. You must also be a current active member of the Foodie BlogRoll, having the latest version of The Foodie BlogRoll Widget on your blog.

Licorice Ladies on Judy ala Carte for National Licorice Day

How did National Licorice Day get started?
What can you do to celebrate?
Why is licorice so amazing?

Find out by listening to this recording of the Judy ala Carte radio program from KFOR radio. Judy broadcasted live from the Licorice International retail store on April 12, as part of the National Licorice Day celebration. She interviewed Licorice Ladies Elizabeth and Ardith, as well as bloggers Patty and Marcia.

To listen, click on the "play" arrow on the player below.





If you cannot access the player, you can listen at the following link (it may take a few minutes to download the file):

http://www.kfor1240.com/play_window.php?audioType=Episode&audioId=4560854

National Licorice Day Celebration

Licorice Lovers came together on April 12 to celebrate National Licorice Day at the Licorice International retail store, located in Lincoln, Nebraska. At the all-day celebration, guests sipped on licorice tea and coffee, sampled red and black licorice and other treats, and entered to win prizes. Judy Gilliard interviewed licorice ladies Elizabeth and



Ardith live for the Judy ala Carte program on KFOR radio.





Judy is a big fan of Licorice International. “There are so many choices,” she said. “I’m just amazed. I never liked the licorice sticks you buy in the grocery store. I discovered there is a whole new world of licorice.”






Jim Keck, account executive for KFOR radio personally appreciates Licorice International because he is diabetic, and there are plenty of sugar-free products available. He’s also impressed with the way Elizabeth and Ardith have grown Licorice International from a small mail-order business to an on-line distributer as well as a local destination.

Pat and her daughter Deena drove three hours from Callaway, Nebraska, just to be at the event. Deena is moving out of state and wanted to visit Licorice International before she moved. While there, they saw neighbors from Callaway, Heather and Taylor. They all enjoyed tasting samples galore. Deena is glad she can order licorice from Licorice International’s website, even after she moves.

Pictured below: Pat, Heather, Taylor, Deena.

Yummy Gift Ideas for Administrative Professionals Day on April 21

Administrative Professionals Day (formerly called Secretary's Day) is celebrated worldwide, bringing together millions of people for community events, educational seminars and individual corporate activities recognizing support staff. Today, there are more than 4.1 million secretaries and administrative assistants working in the United States, according to U.S. Department of Labor statistics, and 8.9 million people working in various administrative support roles. More than 475,000 administrative professionals are employed in Canada. Millions more administrative professionals work in offices all over the world.

APW is always the last full week in April.

In 2010, Administrative Professionals Week is April 18-24 with Administrative Professionals Day on Wednesday, April 21.

Make it a sweet holiday this year by giving the best gift of all -licorice or other treats.

Licorice International offers samplers of all kinds, for those who love black licorice, red licorice, or a combination. For a real treat, try one of the gift baskets or the Licorice of the Month Club.

Kenny's Licorice Twists always make a good gift. Choose from 15 different flavors in beautiful colors.

Or choose from nearly 160 kinds of licorice from 12 different countries at Licorice International. Click here to shop.