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1800s Time Capsule and Private Letter from Terri the Time Traveler

1800s Time Capsule and Private Letter from Terri the Time Traveler

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The birth of Industry! Of Marketing! And the sweets we love today! This easy-to-open/easy-to-close time capsule contains a letter from the time traveler, taking you on an exciting (and educational!) tasting journey. What you’ll find:

-         ---Period sweets and treats from crunchy “burnt” cinnamon almonds to authentic Turkish delight. Always an adventure.

-         --- A letter from your guide, Terri the Time Traveler, describing the stories of each selection, fascinating to kids and grown-ups. Did you know: NECCO wafers were an early candy, first made in 1847 as a lozenge by a Boston pharmacist?

-          ---A copy of an actual ticket for the renowned Chicago World’s Fair of 1893, where numerous new sweets and treats made their debut and Hershey got his start in chocolate.

Content is based on the research of True Treats’ founder Susan Benjamin, for an authentic taste of the past.

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The Sweet Journey Through Time Starts Here!

True Treats is the only historically accurate candy store in the world, bringing the past to life through researched sweets, teas, syrups, and more. Every product is rooted in history, telling the story of how people from all walks of life enjoyed treats through time. Leading this effort is Susan, a nationally recognized candy historian, researcher, and author who appears regularly on TV, radio, and in major publications. With over 40 years of experience, she has written ten books and founded True Treats to share the fascinating history of candy in a fun and delicious way. Susan’s work uncovers the surprising origins of America’s favorite sweets, from ancient uses of sugar to the candies of the 1900s. Through True Treats, Susan makes history an interactive experience, allowing customers to taste the past while learning the stories behind every bite.