Do you remember your first Kiss? When I learned that the Hershey Kiss, an American classic, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, I had many questions: Where did they get their name? Why are they shaped like that? How are they made? I wanted answers and thought you would like to know as well. The nearby theme park in Hershey, Pa. -- Hersheypark -- also turns 100 this year, so I photographed and produced this multimedia gallery about Hershey's Kiss's influence in the Pennsylvania town: Hershey Kiss: 1907-2007.
Check it out; it has all the answers to those kinds of questions and more.
Hershey's Kisses, first introduced in 1907, are created in a method that has changed very little in 100 years. I learned some interesting facts, such as the paper strip that comes out of the top of each Kiss is called a 'plume.' And that Hershey, Pa., is not the town's official name, it's actually Derry Township. Even the spa at the Hotel Hershey is chocolate-themed, with treatments like the whipped cocoa bath and a chocolate bean polish and a chocolate fondue wrap.
Milton Hershey, founder of the company and the town, had an interesting philosophy: "One is only happy in proportion as he makes others feel happy." I believe he made lots of people happy with his little 'kisses' of chocolate during the past 100 years. Tell us about your chocolate memories, chocolate favorites, and if you've ever visited Hershey.
- David Rogowski
2 comments:
We have visited Hershey Park and had friend who lived in the area. Imagine smelling chocolate all the time :).
Betty
i have been to hershey,pa. candy factory to pick up loads of candythe smell was strong .
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