Did you know that the Halloween favorite called Candy Corn was originally called “Chicken Feed”? I didn’t. The tricolored treat annually tops the list of beloved Halloween candies and is an unyielding symbol of Halloween.
Where Was Candy Corn Invented?
According to oral tradition, George Renninger, a candymaker at the Wunderlee Candy Company in Philadelphia, invented the revolutionary tricolor candy in the 1880s. The Goelitz Confectionery Company brought candy corn to the masses at the turn of the 20th century. Reference: “The History Of Halloween Candy”
It was originally referred too as “Chicken Feed” to appeal to the largely rural folks of the time.
Trick Or Treat!
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I love Candy Corn.
Used to be my favorite but I can’t eat too much sugar anymore, sadly. Thank you for your comment, henhouselady!
Interesting facts.
Thank you, mel23h!
Candy corn sounds so innocent…especially since we know it’s the crack-cocaine of all candy!
Thanks for sharing. I love learning the history behind names, words and phases.
You’re welcome, Joseph. Me, too. Appreciate your comment.
I didn’t know that. Pretty cool.
Thank you, Darcy!
Absolutely
Nice and cute idea.
Thank you!