Issue 2 | February 2026

Popcorn + February Celebrations = A Perfect Match ❤️🍿

February may be chilly, but it’s packed with reasons to celebrate. Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras bring the sweetness, the Big Football Game brings the excitement, and the Lunar New Year festivities are just days away. It all gets even better with popcorn!

Let’s sprinkle a little love (and a lot of kernels) into this month.

Peanut Butter Popcorn Balls

This recipe is a fun and flavorful treat that is perfect for Mardi Gras celebrations. Add purple, green and gold candies for flair or switch to pink and red candies for a versatile and easy Valentine’s Day gift.

One recipe, two celebrations and endless ways to make it your own.

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Red Carpet Popcorn Parfait

Bring a little sparkle to next month's big award show with this Red Carpet Popcorn Parfait. Serve it in clear cups for a glamorous, photogenic snack that fits any watch‑party spread.

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Cherry

Cherry Popcorn

Create your Valentine's Day gift with just three ingredients.

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Strawberries and Cream

Popcorn

Freeze-dried strawberries give this popcorn loads of flavor.

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Triple Chocolate

Popcorn

An ultimate combo of dark, milk and white chocolate chips in one!

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Tick-Tock, it's popcorn time!

Never miss our popcorn recipes, videos, and fun.

The Big Football Game on Sunday calls for bold flavors, easy snacks and plenty of popcorn fun. This month’s tailgate lineup brings together all the fan favorites: spicy mixes for the heat‑seekers, cheesy bowls for the comfort‑cravers and crunchy combos that keep everyone reaching back for more.

These recipes are quick to assemble, great for sharing and guaranteed to keep the energy high long after halftime.

Tailgate Treats Recipes

Which February celebration will you celebrate with popcorn?

Sweet Treats for Valentine's Day

Savory Snacks for the Big Football Game

Bold Flavors for the Lunar New Year

Check next month's issue for the results and a new poll!

Last month's poll: Which popcorn gift would make National Popcorn Day (Jan. 19) extra special?

Gourmet Popcorn Tin!

The Lunar New Year begins on February 17, welcoming the Year of the Horse with fresh energy and bright flavors.

Our Chinese New Year Popcorn Medley recipe is an easy way to add something festive to the celebration. The colorful mix fits beautifully into family gatherings and snack tables. It’s a fun, shareable way to bring good luck and good crunch into the new year.

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Forward to a fellow popcorn-lover!

The Popcorn Board

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Phone: (312) 321.5131 | Email: info@popcorn.org