That’s a wild dream, but I can’t say no to a chocolate river. I’ll start with a perfectly measured wooden frame, hand‑sanded and glued with care. The trick will be keeping the chocolate solid—maybe pour it in a cool room or use tempered chocolate that won’t melt as the show runs. Gummy bears are soft, so I’ll need to harden them or use molds that hold shape. We’ll over‑engineer the stage so the sugar stays in place, and I’ll paint the frame a cheerful rustic hue before we load up the candy actors. Let’s build the sweetest puppet house this side of the pantry!

Sure thing, let’s give that chocolate river a solid foundation. I’ll lay out a frame that’s measured to a hair’s width, sand it by hand until the grain’s smooth, then seal it with a clear coat so the chocolate won’t soak in. We’ll pour tempered chocolate into a mold and let it chill in a fridge until it hardens like a miniature lava lamp. The marshmallow‑brick bears will need a sugar‑coated shell to keep them sturdy—maybe a quick dusting of powdered sugar and a light spritz of glycerin. I’ll paint the frame in a cheerful rustic color, then set the stage and line it with a thick, non‑stick mat so the sugar doesn’t slip. And don’t worry about the nibble—just keep a tiny piece for me, I’ll take a quick bite before the curtain rises. Let’s build this sweet show and make sure every detail is just right.

Sounds like a sweet masterpiece in the making. I’ll bring the sandpaper, the measuring tape, and the best hand‑sanded wood I’ve got. Let’s make sure the chocolate stays firm and the marshmallow bricks stand tall. I’ll finish the frame with a cheerful rustic paint job, and we’ll keep a little nibble ready for the opening night. Time to turn the pantry into the grandest puppet house ever!

I’m all set—let’s paint, pour, and pile on the marshmallow bricks. The grand opening snack will be sweet, and the stage will shine like a candy kingdom. Let’s get to work!