White House Christmas celebrations enriched with NCA decor and treats
The White House in Washington has once again been given a festive magical winter wonderland makeover, courtesy of stylish confectionery decor from the National Confectioners Association (NCA), writes Neill Barston.
This year’s celebrations are particularly notable as the final Christmas to be marked in the world-renowned venue by President Joe Biden, whose term of office as US leader during a turbulent post-pandemic period draws to a close next month.
Given the raft of major challenges being experiences being experienced by global economies and conflicts continuing in Ukraine and Gaza, the White House’s theme of A Season of Peace and Light appeared especially appropriate.
For its part, the NCA’s support for the White House included hand-crafted candy ornaments and themed decorations in multiple spaces including the official White House tree in the Blue Room, as well as in the State Dining Room and Library.
Among its centrepieces is a huge Fraser Fir Christmas tree that has been elaborately decorated with seasonal candy and festive decorations. Furthermore, the organisation and its member companies from across the industry, provided chocolate and candy used to fill candy jars, decorate trees, and add a touch of sweetness throughout the space.
In addition, the NCA supplied custom chocolates that thousands of White House visitors will receive during the holiday season, which followed on from its engagement with the Biden administration to supply its traditional Halloween celebrations.
As the NCA added, it urged families to enjoy treats responsibly this Christmas, with chocolate and candy play a fun and unique role this time of year.
The organisation has continued its “Always a Treat” campaign that aims to inform consumers about enjoying sweets and snacks as a balanced part of their overall diets. But as for the festive season, whether its having fun with chocolate coins, decorating a gingerbread house with gum drops and peppermints, or delivering a gift to a loved one, chocolate and candy enliven the spirit of togetherness that is emblematic of the season.
The organisation commented: “NCA is proud to be part of this sweet collaboration with The White House, bringing to life the magic of chocolate and candy and the joyous spirit of the winter holidays.
In addition to supporting candy-inspired décor in several spaces throughout The White House, our member companies also provided real treats to deck the halls of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue and send visitors home with a bite of the wonder. From your house to The White House, chocolate and candy are always a treat.”
