Etymoleon - Word History, etymology

25. Chocolate Bars

January 21, 2024 Leon Bailey-Green Season 1 Episode 25
25. Chocolate Bars
Etymoleon - Word History, etymology
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Etymoleon - Word History, etymology
25. Chocolate Bars
Jan 21, 2024 Season 1 Episode 25
Leon Bailey-Green

This time, indulge in a delectable episode tracing the name roots of chocolate bars beloved in Britain and America. Discover the fascinating history behind these confectionery delights, learning when they first graced shelves. The Snickers is named after a Mars family horse and its former UK name has ties to a vegetable. This episode also delves into the etymology of Daim, Twix, Lion, and the American Hershey's and Dove, as well as the surname origins behind Cadbury, Ferrero and Lindt.

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This time, indulge in a delectable episode tracing the name roots of chocolate bars beloved in Britain and America. Discover the fascinating history behind these confectionery delights, learning when they first graced shelves. The Snickers is named after a Mars family horse and its former UK name has ties to a vegetable. This episode also delves into the etymology of Daim, Twix, Lion, and the American Hershey's and Dove, as well as the surname origins behind Cadbury, Ferrero and Lindt.