Why Your Favorite Chocolate Bar Tastes Weird Overseas

Overview

The candy bar is a beloved American icon; a quick snack, occasional treat, and, for more people than are willing to admit it... a perfectly acceptable breakfast. But outside the United States, familiar candy bars like Snickers, Milky Way and Nestlé's Crunch often have completely different ingredients, flavors, textures, and even recipes. On this episode of Weird History Food, we unwrap the fascinating history of American candy, explore weird candy bar variations from around the world, and discover the strange stories hiding behind some of your favorite sweets.