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Thursday, October 28, 2010

Photo: Candy Facts: Halloween Treats From Ancient Recipes


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From left, spiced fig balls and pine-nut stuffed dates were favored sweets in ancient Rome.

Candied violets, clementines, and other fruits and flowers were favorites in medieval Europe, while blocks of torrone (background), an almond-based candy, are still beloved in Spain and Italy today.

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