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Nov 28, 2018 · Have you ever wondered why we eat candy canes around Christmas and during the holiday season? See how this sweet treat became a tradition.
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Dec 3, 2021 · It's hard to imagine a Christmas without candy canes. In fact, you'd have to go back some 350 years to find one void of the hard candy treats. As with many traditions, it took centuries for the holiday staple to evolve into the red-and-white striped, crook-necked peppermint sticks we know today.
Dec 17, 2013 · Candy canes are a classic Christmas treat. Just how classic? Like 17th century classic. They were invented in 1670 but didn’t get stripey until 1844. Here is a brief history of candy canes and 3 facts you probably didn’t know about the famous Christmas candy!
The sweet and minty candy cane is a festive treat that many associate with Christmas cheer. Tracing its origins back to Europe, the story goes that the concept of a sugar stick was first introduced by a choirmaster in Germany in 1670 to keep young choir members quiet during long services.
Jun 13, 2021 · According to the National Confectioners Association, the following candy cane facts show that the modern candy cane is a classic Christmas treat that's more popular than ever: 1.2 billion candy canes are manufactured every year.
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Believed to have graced Christmas celebrations for at least 176 years, candy canes origin story is steeped in charming folklore. One popular tale traces it back to a German choirmaster seeking a solution to keep children calm during Christmas Eve services.
Dec 24, 2021 · Candy canes are an iconic symbol of Christmas. Their red and white stripes adorn trees and homes during the holidays while their minty flavor delights taste buds.
