Fast Facts about Candyfloss
Candyfloss is one of the most popular fun foods around, and it is a staple at amusement parks and funfairs across the world. In the US it's called cotton candy, Australians know it as fairy floss, while in China it goes by the name of dragon's beard. Whatever you call it, kids and grown-ups alike can't get enough of the cotton-like confection. But how much do you know about this multicoloured sweet treat? Some of the things you learn in this brief look at the humble candyfloss might surprise you!
History of candyfloss
It is debated where the first candy floss emerged from. Some accounts say it began in Italy as spun sugar as long ago as in the 15th century, while others maintain it first appeared elsewhere in Europe hundreds of years later. What is agreed, however, is that the original manual method for creating spun sugar was extremely expensive and difficult. This meant that it could not be made available to most people until a different way of creating it was found.
Surprisingly, the modern machine-spun candy floss that we know and love was actually invented by a dentist called William Morrison. Maybe he was trying to drum up new business for himself! Together with a confectioner named John C. Warton they developed the new method in 1897. It was far cheaper and quicker than the old way and meant that finally candy floss could reach a large audience. Their invention was first unveiled to the public at the 1904 Worlds Fair in Louisiana and it quickly became hugely popular.
Candyfloss facts
While pink is probably the most famous colour for candyfloss, there's actually a huge variety available. You can have your candyfloss green, purple, blue, yellow… Even black! If you'd like some unusual coloured candyfloss at your next event than We Are Tricycle can provide everything you need.
An interesting fact about candy floss is that despite the sweet taste it's actually healthier than a lot of desserts. Because there are only two ingredients, air and sugar, this means that candy floss actually contains zero fat. The process of creating the ever-popular snack involves pulling lots of air into threads of sugar, means that the candy floss we eat contains far more air than anything else. Potentially good news for people wanting a tasty treat without too many calories!
Candyfloss carts and equipment for hire from We Are Tricycle
At We Are Tricycle we have a range of fantastic candy floss catering tricycles and many other event catering solutions that will enable you to provide candy floss at your next event. They always go down well at parties, while at festivals or funfairs they are a great way to generate income. Our candy floss machines are commercial grade, and are suitable for use at the largest functions in the UK. We can even provide a member of staff to serve your customers or guests. To discuss what you require, simply get in touch with a member of our team through the website right now. We look forward to hearing from you.
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