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Why is Gobstopper Called Gobstopper?

April 29, 2018 by Lauren Dunn Leave a Comment

I have become a firm believer that you must read the book before you watch the movie. However, this is a pretty new rule I am holding myself to.

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Lauren Dunn
Lauren Dunn

Lauren Dunn is a contributor for Rewind and Capture. With a passion for food and wine she received a degree in agricultural journalism and has put this to use as a cellar apprentice from Italy to Sonoma. When she’s not in the vineyard she’s training for open water swims or catching a flick at the cinema.

Filed Under: How Food Brands Got Their Names Tagged With: candy

Why is Coca-Cola Called Coca-Cola?

March 26, 2018 by Lauren Dunn 2 Comments

After sustaining a life-threatening injury while serving in the confederate Army, Doctor John Pemberton became addicted to morphine. After years of struggles, he flipped a switch and became determined to move past his addition and improve his life. Who knew this would lead to one of the most recognized brand names in history?

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Lauren Dunn
Lauren Dunn

Lauren Dunn is a contributor for Rewind and Capture. With a passion for food and wine she received a degree in agricultural journalism and has put this to use as a cellar apprentice from Italy to Sonoma. When she’s not in the vineyard she’s training for open water swims or catching a flick at the cinema.

Filed Under: How Food Brands Got Their Names Tagged With: beverages, Coca cola

Why is Jelly Belly Called Jelly Belly?

March 26, 2018 by Lauren Dunn 2 Comments

There are jelly beans and then there are Jelly Belly’s. Jelly beans are slightly larger in size, have a waxy coating, and taste like the highly confectionery version of the fruit they’re flavored as. Jelly Belly’s on the other hand, are an elevated version of this. Slightly smaller, with a polished coating and pack a tasteful punch in wild flavors that are eerily similar to their true form.

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Lauren Dunn
Lauren Dunn

Lauren Dunn is a contributor for Rewind and Capture. With a passion for food and wine she received a degree in agricultural journalism and has put this to use as a cellar apprentice from Italy to Sonoma. When she’s not in the vineyard she’s training for open water swims or catching a flick at the cinema.

Filed Under: How Food Brands Got Their Names Tagged With: jelly beans, jelly belly

Why is Chobani Called Chobani?

March 26, 2018 by Lauren Dunn Leave a Comment

Shepherd. No matter the definition, it’s a word that has always resonated with Hamdi Ulukaya, the founder and CEO of Chobani. He has truly fulfilled an unmet need by shepherding a new wave of Greek yogurt and energizing the food startup scene in the United States. So much so, that 2017 Fast Company named Chobani as one of the 10 most innovative companies in the world, and ranked it number one in both the “Food” and “Social Good” categories.

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Lauren Dunn
Lauren Dunn

Lauren Dunn is a contributor for Rewind and Capture. With a passion for food and wine she received a degree in agricultural journalism and has put this to use as a cellar apprentice from Italy to Sonoma. When she’s not in the vineyard she’s training for open water swims or catching a flick at the cinema.

Filed Under: How Food Brands Got Their Names Tagged With: Greek Yogurt, yogurt

Why is Milky Way Called Milky Way?

March 7, 2018 by Lauren Dunn Leave a Comment

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear Milky Way? Do you look up to the stars and think of the galaxy far, far away? Or (like me) do you think of biting into a chocolate covered layer of caramel? Whether it’s the former or the latter, you’ll be surprised that the two are not linked.

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Lauren Dunn
Lauren Dunn

Lauren Dunn is a contributor for Rewind and Capture. With a passion for food and wine she received a degree in agricultural journalism and has put this to use as a cellar apprentice from Italy to Sonoma. When she’s not in the vineyard she’s training for open water swims or catching a flick at the cinema.

Filed Under: How Food Brands Got Their Names Tagged With: chocolate bar

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