A Brief History of Chocolate in America from Sweet Trio

Though fine chocolate is usually associated with Europe (and Sweet Trio uses high-quality European chocolate to this day), the cocoa tree was first cultivated as a crop in Central and South America over 3,000 years ago. Europeans first became aware of chocolate via Columbus and Cortez in the 1500s, and by the mid 1600s the first

Gifts for Father’s Day 2015 from Sweet Trio

Searching for a memorable and edible gift idea for Father’s Day 2015? Put down the socks and golf balls and pick up something one of a kind – just like your Dad. Sweet Trio has delicious handmade treats that will make Dad feel special – even if you hate the kitchen!  Leave the baking to

Local Gift Ideas for a Special Mother’s Day in Wisconsin

Looking for a way to make Mother’s Day truly special this year? Here are some tips and ideas from a few of our favorite Wisconsin businesses. Why shop local? Your dollar goes further (and makes a bigger positive impact) when spent at Milwaukee-area businesses, and you can get fresh and high quality products – even

Home Sweet Home: Realtor Closing Gift Ideas

For most people, buying a home is the largest purchase they will make in their lifetime. A resourceful, experienced real estate agent that you trust can be essential to this process. Due to the relationships that they form with clients, real estate agents are often personally referred among friends, family and the community. Real estate

Top 5 Party Candy Bar Dos and Don’ts

Candy bars are a common feature at weddings, as well as bridal showers, baby showers, and birthday parties. They can be a fun way for your guests to DIY their own memorable (and delicious) party favors. With years of experience in the world of sweets, we have some seasoned advice to share with anyone getting

Easter Basket Ideas from Sweettrio

With the arrival of the Easter season, chocolate bunnies and many other treats are hopping onto store shelves. These traditional treats have been around for many generations, but what are their origins? It’s easy enough to understand how rabbits came to symbolize spring, but where did the baskets of Easter chocolate come in? The tradition

Reinventing the Apple – Graduation Gifts for Teachers and Students from Sweettrio

Graduation season is upon us – with many accomplishments to celebrate. Amid all of the new beginnings, don’t forget the people who helped you start writing your life story. Gifts for your teachers, professors or even classmates can be both extraordinary and affordable with Sweettrio. Doesn’t a truly special teacher deserve more than another paperweight

Memorable Client and Customer Gift Ideas – Made in Wisconsin

Are you looking for a new way to market your business? Relationship or referral marketing is a focus on retaining your current customers, and making them happy.  A relationship marketing strategy works well in competitive markets, and in industries where customers may purchase from you more than one time. A big part of this style

Custom Chocolates for Your Wisconsin Wedding

The tradition of giving wedding favors originated in Europe hundreds of years ago. Weddings were considered lucky events, and giving a small gift to guests was a way of passing that good luck on to them. Today, favors range from etched glassware to can cozies. Many favors are edible, but thankfully have typically evolved beyond