Candies you will want to serve during the holidays.

In two weeks we will be preparing to host guests. In my case, I will be preparing to help others host their guests. One of my favorite things is to search out holiday treats. Candy serves so many purposes: gifts to guests, host gifts, and a nice touch to a holiday party. Who doesn't want to offer something sweet? Here are a few suggestions with links to the places that sell them online:

• Fancy Chocolate & Chocolate Truffles

• Hard Candies made of Anisette or Peppermint or Licorice

• Peanut Brittle (almond, pecan, walnut too)

• Milk or Dark Chocolate Covered Nuts and Raisins

• Turtles

• Old-fashioned Butter Mints

• Peppermint Patties

• Bourbon Balls

These are companies that make amazing candies.

• Chocolate Secrets

• Phillip Ashley

• Jinji Chocolate

• Vivere Chocolates

I hope these treats impress you and your guests.