candyfreak a journey through the chocolate underbelly of america

The very week I began this book, by way of illustration, I had just devoured four bags of Cadbury mini eggs and a laughably designated 'sharing' size of Dark M&Ms. Yes, I admit it readily: I am a candyfreak, even still into my adulthood. so adored-they're not even the same species in her mind). And don't even mention the Pieces that E.T. My wife is much pickier but does have her own Achilles' heel: Reese's (the original cups, not any of the holiday shapes which mess with the peanut butter to chocolate ratio. Me, I like Milky Ways although I will eat almost anything chocolate-covered. An acquired taste for sure, but one that he developed because they were the only candy his older sisters wouldn't steal. My dad's favorite candy was Necco Wafers. Almond's wry writing style is undeniably addictive and impossible to put down until every last bit has been devoured listeners should be warned to keep a ready supply of sweets on hand.' As he documents his visits to candy factories across America, he reveals the true nature of the industry, with hilarious asides examining the role candy plays in our lives, and often confessing his own near-obsessive cravings. Steve Almond doesn't just love candy - he unabashedly worships every aspect of confectionary culture, from the creation of an exceptional malt ball through the tragic demise of a badly conceived candy bar, from the emotion-laden memories stirred by a bite of chocolate to his near-drooling anticipation of spotting a new package on the candy shelves.Īlmond, who claims to have between three and seven pounds of candy in his house at all times, set out to uncover the inexplicable disappearance of the Bit-O-Choc, the Caravelle bar, and other delights. 'A hilarious taste of the triumphs and tragedies faced by America's small candy companies, from the funny and engaging perspective of a self-confessed candy freak.

Candyfreak a journey through the chocolate underbelly of america