For most of its history, Chicago produced about one-third of the nation’s candy including Brach’s Milk Maid Caramels, Snickers bar, Milky Way bar, Wrigley’s Chewing Gum, Cracker Jack, Baby Ruth, Butterfingers, Tootsie Roll, and Frango Mint Chocolates. Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., author of the book Chicago’s Sweet Candy History will share the history of these tasty treats and explore what made Chicago such an ideal location for candy makers. Find out why immigrants played a critical role in confectionery history, discover how Baby Ruth and Milk Duds got their names, and take a fun “candy quiz.” It’s delicious fun.
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