Jaffas facts for kids
Three pieces of Jaffas confectionery
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| Type | Confectionery |
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| Main ingredients | Chocolate, orange flavouring |
Jaffas are a well-known sweet treat from New Zealand and Australia. They are small, round candies. Each Jaffa has a yummy orange-flavoured chocolate center. This center is covered in a hard, bright red candy shell. The name "Jaffa" comes from the Jaffa orange, which is a type of orange. These sweets are a big part of both Australian and New Zealand culture.
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The Story of Jaffas
When Were Jaffas Invented?
Jaffas were first made in 1931. They were created by James Stedman-Henderson's Sweets Ltd. This company sold them under their brand name, Sweetacres. They quickly became popular in both Australia and New Zealand.
Who Makes Jaffas Today?
Today, Jaffas are still being made. In Australia, they are produced by Allen's, which is a part of Nestlé. In New Zealand, RJ's Confectionery makes them in a town called Levin. So, these tasty treats are still enjoyed by many people.
Fun Jaffa Traditions
Racing Jaffas Down a Street!
In Dunedin, New Zealand, there's a super fun event each year. Thousands of Jaffas are raced down Baldwin Street. This street is famous for being the steepest residential street in the world! The event is part of the Cadbury Chocolate Carnival. It happens alongside the New Zealand International Science Festival. At first, 20,000 Jaffas were rolled down the street. Now, they use an amazing 30,000 Jaffas! It's a colorful and exciting sight.
Jaffas at the Movies
Another fun tradition involves Jaffas and movie theaters. In Australia and New Zealand, people sometimes roll Jaffas down the aisles. This has become a famous part of their culture. It was even shown in advertisements back in the 1970s. It's a silly and memorable thing to do at the cinema.
Other Jaffa-like Sweets
Some supermarkets also sell their own versions of Jaffas. For example, Coles in Australia has a product called "Choc Orange Balls." Other companies make similar orange-chocolate candies too. But for many, the original Jaffas are still the best!
