OUR FOUNDING STORY: CORNY KIDS

At Corny Kids, we believe in the magic of family moments, mixed with some popcorn and a little bit of fun—okay, a lot of fun!

It all started with Brian, our Popcorn President. Brian’s popcorn journey started early—sometimes a little too early! Like the time he almost burned the house down trying to make it on his own. Thankfully, disaster was averted, and Brian’s love for popcorn only grew stronger. Growing up, Brian’s favorite snack was classic stove-top popcorn. It wasn’t just about the deliciousness of the popcorn; it was the joy of gathering as a family, sharing laughs, and making memories that stuck with him through the years.

Fast forward a few decades, and Brian found himself in his own kitchen, with his own two kids, Grace and Henry, popping up a fresh batch of stove-top popcorn for family movie night. This time, though, he added his own twist to a classic snack—combining some secret ingredients to create a perfect balance of salty and sweet. It was that night, the Corny Kids Original Recipe was born, and his daughter Grace declared it “the best popcorn in the world.”

The fun didn’t stop there. One sunny weekend, while other kids in the neighborhood were selling lemonade, Brian had a corny idea: “Why not pop up a popcorn stand instead and share the best popcorn in the world?” Grace and Henry were all in, and they popped up batches of their original recipe for neighbors to try. The response was incredible—everyone loved it! People asked, “How do you make it so tasty, salty, and sweet?” That simple popcorn stand sparked something bigger. The family began experimenting with flavors, and soon they had a dream: to share their popcorn creations with the world.

But Corny Kids is more than just about popcorn. It’s about family time—teaching kids about cooking, safety, and even entrepreneurship. It’s about inspiring kids to put down their screens and pick up a pot, some kernels, and create something from scratch. It’s about encouraging creativity—whether it’s inventing a new popcorn flavor or starting their own popcorn stand in the neighborhood.

We’re here to spread the joy of popcorn and help other families better connect, learn, and laugh together. So, welcome to Corny Kids, where the popcorn is always popping, the smiles are always big, and the fun never stops! We hope you’ll join us on this tasty adventure.