Founded by Gwen Rosenberg in Kent in January 2012, Popped!—now Rosenberg’s Candies—makes popcorn and confections from original recipes and locally sourced Ohio ingredients. The family-owned business grew from years of Gwen perfecting caramel recipes at home and is known for small-batch caramel popcorn, including a cayenne-spiced recipe taste-tested by Kent firefighters. It has since expanded its offerings beyond popcorn to include chocolates and other confections.
Al's Delicious PopcornFamily-owned since 1985, Al’s Delicious Popcorn is an Ohio popcorn maker known for hand-crafted batches and more than 80 flavors. Its Columbus flagship, where the business began, develops new recipes and welcomes groups for free tours that include a look at the kitchen and a tasting.COLUMBUS, OH
PopinsanityFrom humble beginnings in a Rockland County, New York basement, Popinsanity has built its identity around turning popcorn into a carefully made gourmet experience. Its New York confectionery produces fresh small-batch popcorn with USA-grown non-GMO corn, while custom packaging helps the company serve individual customers, events, and corporate gifting.AIRMONT, NY
Popcorn EuphoriaVeteran-owned and family-run, Popcorn Euphoria is a Camp Springs shop known for making gourmet popcorn fresh on-site. Its more than 50 flavors are made with large non-GMO, gluten-free kernels, and the business also helps schools and community organizations raise money through popcorn fundraisers.CAMP SPRINGS, MD