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The True Story of the Guy Who Didn’t Invent Peanut Butter Cups
Harry Reese did not invent the peanut butter cup. But he did invent his own peanut butter cup which Hershey’s...
Violet Petal Delights
The idea of using flowers in candy, or even as candy, began in the Middle East, where confectioners would pulverize...
The Story of Rose Petal Delights
When the tired, beleaguered settlers stepped onto the “new land” of North America, they didn’t see any roses for their...
Step Back in Time with Old Fashioned Candy Sticks
Old fashioned candy sticks have a way of transporting us to another era, evoking cherished memories with every bite. The...
The Hazy Story of the Jelly Belly
The jellybean won its most enduring acclaim around 1930 as an Easter candy. The reasons are not entirely clear –...
Susan’s Secret Visit to the Wilbur Chocolate Factory From her book “Sweet as Sin”
There comes a time in every candy researcher’s life when she knows she must hit the road, yet again. This...
Licorice: An International Sensation
Licorice is an amiable plant that prefers sun but can handle shade and dies back in the fall so it’s...
Secret Revolutionary War Food Facts
Amazing but true about the role of sugars and sweets in the Revolutionary War. Sugars and Sweets played a critical...
Sugars and Sweets of the Civil War
Civil War soldiers did eat sugars and sweets - for many, they proved a vital part of their survival. Some...
The Secret Hiding of Place 20th Century Sweets
The secret hiding place of 20th century candy may be of no surprise to anyone who grow up in the...
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