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16 American Candies You Can Only Get In Certain Regions - Tasting Table

For example, have you ever heard of Mary Jane candies? It's a delectable old-fashioned taffy that blends peanut butter and molasses, and one of several classic New England candies. From the East Coast, across the Midwest, or swooping below the Mason-Dixon, all the way West, there are delicious confections, largely unavailable anywhere else. Here is a list of must-try regional candies.
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3 weeks ago

America's Most Loved Candy In Every Decade Since 1920 - Tasting Table

Candy remains a persistent American cultural staple, with iconic bars and marketing shaping decade-by-decade national favorites.
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This Crunchy Sweet Treat That Originated In Nashville Is Still A Tennessee Favorite - Tasting Table

Goo Goo Clusters are a century-old Nashville candy made with milk chocolate, peanuts, caramel, and marshmallow nougat, available in original, pecan, and peanut butter flavors.
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The Controversial Backstory Of How Baby Ruth Candy Bars Got Their Name - Tasting Table

Baby Ruth candy bar used a name resembling Babe Ruth without permission, prompting competing branding and legal reactions despite no affiliation.
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10 Old-School Vending Machine Candies That'll Take You Back To Your Childhood - Tasting Table

Twist-style vending machines historically dispensed small, inexpensive unpackaged candies like gumballs and Hot Tamales, offering immediate consumption and nostalgic appeal.
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3 months ago

There's A Reason Hershey's Famous Chocolate Kisses Are Packaged In That Iconic Foil - Tasting Table

Hershey's Kisses have been in production since 1907, except during World War II, when aluminum was rationed for military use.
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3 months ago

How World War II Popularized One Of The Most Popular Chocolate Brands In The World Today - Tasting Table

M&M's originated in the early 1930s after Forrest Mars Sr. observed soldiers in Spain eating chocolate balls coated to resist melting in heat.
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4 months ago

Does Marshmallow Root Have Anything To Do With The Classic Sweet? - Tasting Table

Modern marshmallows lack the health benefits of original recipes that included marshmallow root.
Gelatin has replaced marshmallow root in manufacturing for ease and efficiency.
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This Country Exports More Candy Than Any Other - And It Might Surprise You - Tasting Table

Germany is the largest exporter of sweets, showcasing a rich history and leadership in the candy market.
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4 months ago

The Iconic Candy Frank Sinatra Loved For Dessert - Tasting Table

Singers have specific dietary preferences before performances, highlighting how personal habits can affect their artistry.
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The Vintage Betty Crocker Candy From The '90s That's Probably Gone For Good - Tasting Table

Sodalicious gummies were among the first to incorporate soda into a snack, shaped like soda bottles and offered a unique popping sugary coating.
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