Pretzels are a popular snack across the globe. German Laugenbrezeln, American hard pretzels, and Norwegian kringler are just a few variations of this ubiquitous baked good. One particular variant, the chocolate covered pretzel, is a sweet snack for any occasion…. Read More
Posts Tagged ‘History’
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Giving Gourmet Chocolates for Valentine’s Day: Why Do We Do It?
Giving chocolates for Valentine’s Day is as second-nature to most Americans as giving flowers for Mother’s Day or having a cake with candles on it for birthdays; it’s simply the thing that’s done for the occasion — but why is… Read More
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A Brief History of Fudge: Enjoy The Taste Of Homemade Fudge with these Facts and Flavors
Fudge is a classic confection that can invoke intense nostalgic feelings for those who eat it. Whether you associate the sweet treat with holidays, your grandmother’s kitchen, or trips to the boardwalk, there is no denying that homemade fudge is… Read More
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Where do Chocolate Truffles come From?
The chocolate truffle is a Wockenfuss staple. When strolling down the aisles of one of our stores, or clicking through our website, those tiny spherical treats are always appealing to a sweet tooth of any age. The next time you’re… Read More
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The Sweet History Behind Giving Chocolate for Valentine’s Day
It may seem a little soon to start thinking about Valentine’s Day, but we think it’s never too early to plan how you’ll spend one of the most important days of the year with your loved one. If you need… Read More
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The Symbol of Teachers: The History of Apples in Schools
As you head off for your children’s first day of school, you may notice bright red apples decorating the classroom. This little crimson fruit has become one of the many symbols associated with schools all over the world. But what… Read More
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History of a Sweet Treat: Chocolate
Did you know that chocolate was not originally served in bar form? Who invented chocolate? Was it always sweet or was it bitter? Let’s go over the history of this sweet treat before we run to the nearest Wockenfuss Candies –… Read More
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Pretzels: A Tasty Twisted Tale
Pretzels may seem like all-American bar fare, but one look at the history of these savory snacks and you’ll see that they’re so much more. When delving into the origin story of pretzels, your journey will lead you all the… Read More
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The Hauntingly Spectacular History of Jack-o-Lanterns
They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky; they’re all together ooky…Jack-o-Lanterns! Okay, so that might not be exactly how the song goes, but we like our version a little better, especially for this week’s blog topic: The Hauntingly Spectacular… Read More