The Blogkitten QOTD

Dec 16, 2008 at 9:56 AM
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I am ignoring the "other" QOTD and bringing you a fresh one from my cerebellum:

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Candy canes: yes or no?

I saw a package of the Trader Joe's brand of Oreos...but with candy cane pieces in them and I thought to myself, "self, should I buy these?"

Now I'm a big mint fan, but I've never really liked candy canes in candy cane form. Too messy and the hook part always messes me up. If I were a "chewer" of such candy-type products, I suppose it wouldn't frustrate me so - but I'm not, so candy canes have always been a problem.

However, sitting on my desk are a candy cane nugget and a candy cane Tootsie Pop. Both easy to eat, no awkward hooks, just delicious mint I can savor. And the one nugget I already had, was delicious.

Thus, I do like candy canes - just not in the candy cane shape.

I think I need those cookies now.

So, what about you?

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I don't really like peppermint. I prefer the candy canes that are multicolored and sweet. The hook part never really bothered me. My technique is to start from the bottom, holding it from the hook, and peel off the wrapper as you go. Once you get to the hook, you can just pop the whole thing into your mouth. Easy as pie.

Candy canes are a definite yes. It's all about the festive Holiday colors.
Our Christmas tree is always decorated with some.
Now about the mint. I OD'ed on Peppermint Schnapps as a youth so I must savor them in very small doses so I don't bring back unpleasant memories.

As a kid I liked candy canes but I have to agree that they are way to messy now.

The shape is the only problem with candy canes. I still like them though...messy is ok.
I like the peppermint ones, but I LOVE the fruity flavored candy canes. I think Starburst has some...and Spree candy canes are a rare treat that I can find once in a while in the store.

Messy? You guys must be eating it wrong.

EmmaLM replied to Wesley Jackson’s comment:
Dec 16, 2008
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they still get messy if you eat it from the bottom up. If you keep the wrapper on and take it off as you go, your spit still drips into the wrapper.

Wesley Jackson replied to EmmaLM’s comment:
Dec 16, 2008
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Dripping? Are you spitting on it? There should be no dripping. Also, you should take off enough of the wrapper so you're not sucking on the plastic. You gotta leave a space to move around and have fun.

Does anyone ever sharpen the end of the cane with your tongue? It makes a formidable weapon.

I used to poke my tongue with them on accident. We'd have contest to see who could get the end of the candy cane the sharpest.

I can take them or leave them... it's not something I crave and it's not something that I detest. I do prefer peppermint candies to candy canes though as I usually end up having some waste left and I'm not a big fan of waste. I don't plan on having any this year, but usually I only take them when they're offered. Since I'm on the diet though, I've learned to firmly say no and realize that I'm not offending people when they offer me something and I refuse. However, it is rude of people to keep offering foods when they know I'm on a diet... </rant>

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It changes from season to season. This year is a big yes.

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I peel the wrapper back slowly and start eating from the long end (the bottom). When I've finished the long part of the candy came, what's left is a U shape. Then I stick the whole U shape in my mouth like a dental retainer which is quite satisfying but really funny looking.

Yum.

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