The Best Idea Yet 🧀 Goldfish Crackers: The Most Romantic Snack | 24
Mar 25, 2025
Discover the heartwarming origin of Goldfish Crackers, born from a loving gesture in Switzerland and transformed into a billion-dollar brand. Delve into the inspiring journey of a woman who built a bakery empire during the Great Depression. Explore the quirky cultural significance of these beloved snacks and their remarkable production in Willard, Ohio. With playful anecdotes and lessons on adaptability, this tale underscores how a simple cracker became a cherished part of childhood and even made its way into space!
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A Grand Gesture
- Jack surprised his future wife, Alex, by unexpectedly showing up at a Mets game after she texted him her location.
- This grand gesture led to their marriage four years later.
Goldfish Origin
- Goldfish crackers were not originally designed for children.
- They began as a romantic birthday gift from a Swiss baker to his wife.
Birth of Pepperidge Farm
- Margaret Rudkin, founder of Pepperidge Farm, faced hardship during the Great Depression.
- Her son's allergy to store-bought bread led her to bake her own whole wheat bread, which launched her business.