What Is The Christmas Tradition Of A Terry's Chocolate Orange?

Christmas candy is essential. While most Christmas candies are enjoyed by all, Terry's Chocolate Orange is controversial.

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Along with the Terry's Chocolate Apple and Terry's All Gold chocolate box, the Terry's Chocolate Orange was a hit in England in 1932.

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World War II halted Terry's Chocolate Works production until 1954. When it reopened, the chocolate makers put Terry's Chocolate Orange first, phasing out other confections.

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Food and Christmas traditions are anticipated all year. Southern families pride themselves on lavish Christmas dinners and cookies.

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UK and US consumers associate Christmas with Terry's Chocolate Oranges. It was made by Terry's Chocolate Works, a 1927 York, England Art-Deco chocolate factory.

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Terry's Chocolate Oranges may be more satisfying to eat than to taste. Once out of the box, the chocolate is slammed on a table to perfectly break up the "orange slices" that look real.

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