I once heard someone say that the best meal they ever had was at a little league baseball game, at the end of a long summer day after they had not eaten all day..a hot dog & soft drink. Food memories are funny that way – the best ones have very little to do with gourmet, long prep times or elaborate presentation. I’d say it’s more about association with something that makes us feel happy, safe or both.

In the case of Easter I wish I could say my best food memory was of a southern brunch – perhaps with a spiral honey glazed ham and potato salad. But it’s not. My fondest food memory is of a day dominated by a big blue sky, a bunch of kids playing on a lawn of new green grass, and an Easter egg hunt. Along with the pastel decorated eggs were none other than “Peeps.” That’s right – those cute little bright yellow chicks made of marshmallow and sugar.

Most of us should remember Peeps – their manufacturer, Just Born, claims the brand is 50 to 70 years old. It seems there is a little fan club around these adorable eats. If you’re so inclined, join me in a trip down memory lane as you visit Peeps most popular links. Happy Easter.

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