Seasonal offerings are nothing new in the confectionery aisles, with virtually every holiday having a corresponding packaging from candy manufacturers around the country. Until recently, this had been confined to confections; of late, however, the trend has expanded into other categories.

The latest is from Mars North America, whose Combos Buffalo Blue Cheese Pretzel Baked Snacks will be on store shelves for considerably longer than one season. The snacks will join the seven permanent Combo options for a full six months. pf