Showing posts with label November 4 Candy Day. Show all posts
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Thursday 3 November 2016

November 4 Candy Day

November 4 Candy Day

Today day is November 4 Candy Day observed yearly. Everyone love Candy specialy loved by kids come with numerous colors, shapes, sizes and verieties.
It was in the late 13th century that the Middle English word candy began to be used, coming into English from the Old French cucre candi, derived in turn from Persian Qand and Qandi, cane sugar.
Way back in time, before sugar, candy was made from honey. The honey was used to coat fruits and flowers to preserve them or to create forms of candy. There is still candy that is served in this way today, but it is typically seen as a garnish.
Since 1979, the world has produced more sugar than can be sold, making it very attainable and cheap.
When the technological advances and the availability of sugar opened up the market in the 1830s, the candy business underwent a drastic change. Candy was not only for the enjoyment of the well to do but the pleasure of everyone. Penny candies became popular, targeting children. 1847 – Invention of the candy press making it possible to produce multiple shapes and sizes of candy at one time.
1851 – Confectioners began using a revolving steam pan to assist in boiling sugar.
Today Grab a pack of your favorite candy share with other specially in kids of your society, school and enjoy…
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