And Christmas Will Now Begin

I have a really strange Christmas ahead (as we all likely do), but I also have a few reviews that I want to post. I also have a plan... it's not a great plan, but it's a plan none the less. I'm hoping that I will be posting regular reviews over the next few weeks and treat you all to some holiday cheer. I'm not sure where Christmas ranks in the candy themed holidays, but I'm pretty sure it's in the top 3. So even though things are weird for us all, I'll do my best to keep the reviews coming all through the holidays.

The first review I've got is both chocolaty and minty. I'm pretty sure that mint is one of the most important flavours of Christmas, and chocolate... well chocolate is appropriate for every holiday.

Make sure to check out the first, of a few Christmas candies I'm reviewing this year.

Also be sure to check out my Twitter, Facebook and Instagram feeds too, we're posting interesting Christmas candy finds on it every day.

While you're in the Christmas spirit, why not check out the latest issue of Snack Facts where Sir Francis Sweetums teaches you all about the history of the candy cane.

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Amazing Candy Costumes That You Should Buy - That's Fresh

 In a perfect world this costume would also smell really strongly of peppermint.

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Another Halloween Costume Candy Thing

Is there really a kid out there that wants to dress up as a generic mint candy?

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A Smelly Candy Thing

When I first discovered this t-shirt, I thought it looked pretty neat.  Then I discovered that it's scratch and sniff, and I was blown away.  I love the idea of people scratching my chest and getting to smell their favorite candy treat.  I imagine that some people might not "be cool" with me scratching their chests all the time, but really that's the risk you take with such a cool shirt.

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Stuff I Want To Try

Peppermint Circus Peanuts - Spangler Candy - I'm wondering why I want to try these, they seem strange, but yet fascinating. - Click here to learn more about this treat.

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It's Peppermint Patty Day!!!

When I first heard that today was Peppermint Patty day I wasn't sure if they meant the yummy chocolate covered mint disk, or the slightly annoying friend of Charlie Brown.  Then I wondered, is she named after the treat?  After a little research it appears that there may be a connection.  As it turns out Charles Schulz named the character after a bowl of "mint candies" he had on his desk.  I'm guessing he changed the last word from "Pattie" to "Patty" because her first name is Patricia.  It might have also helped with any legal issues at the time.

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Wednesday's Candy Links

A quick and funny look at "The 6 Most Infuriating Types of Candy".

I found this great list of breakfasts from around the world.  I love breakfast, but I hate eating first thing in the morning, is that strange?

Mental Floss looks at the Peppermint in all its glory.

The Captain, from Captain Crunch, apparently celebrates Christmas, here's how he does it.

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Happy National Peppermint Patty Day

I wonder if Peppermint Patties where Charles Schultz' favourite treat?

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Olde Timey Candy Review

I love the way this particular treat uses a (maybe) fake old style English in the name.  Few people know this about me but one of my favorite hobbies is to use old, out of date, expressions in everyday life.  That's why when I saw a package of treats that contained the words "olde timey" I just couldn't resist.

Click here to read the review.

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