"Candy Steps" Part 2

If you want to make a candy buffet based on your display table, then the following is a list of steps for you!

Step 1:  Choose the types of Candy you would like to display.  Limit it to around 5-10.  You don’t want the table to look cluttered, but you also do not want just 3 candies to choose from.  Offering your guests variety will make them feel like a kid again!
Step 2:      The next step is to figure out the type and size of display table you will be using.  The bigger the table, the harder it will be to make the space look creative and fun, especially at smaller gatherings.  Choosing a half circle table or a small rectangular table will make the candy more accessible and will ultimately let you get creative with your display!

Step 3:     Along with the display table, you need to choose the vases or containers you will use to present your candy.  Different shapes and heights will add to the buffet.  

Step 4:      The last thing you need to do is figure out the amount of candy that it will take to make this buffet pop!  For each type of candy you choose you should count on around 15-20 pounds.  If you choose only 5 types of candies, then you probably should plan on around 20 pounds of candy for each.  If you come up with 10 varieties, then you can get away with around 15 pounds per candy, perhaps even less. 

While 15-20 pounds of candy may seem excessive, the guests will be eating the candy throughout the night as well as on the way home.  The “excess” candy or the candy you do not display right away should be used as filler throughout the night.  You should have someone on hand to refill the candy at least 2 times during the course of the event!