Pennsylvania is the nation's snackfood capital. The Keystone State ranks number one in production of pretzels and potato chips and is famous for its chocolate, Lebanon bologna, and other snack foods. This guidebook explores the industries by offering first-hand descriptions of the factory tours available throughout the state and includes histories of the companies and directions, hours, and other practical visitor information. Featured: Potato Chips Herr Foods Martin's Potato Chips Troyer Potato Products Utz Quality Foods Pretzels Anderson Bakery Company Intercourse Pretzel Factory Snyder's of Hanover Sturgis Pretzel House Regional Specialities Intercourse Canning Company Seltzer's Smokehouse Meats Chocolate and Candy Asher's Chocolates Asher's/Lewistown Cake and Kandy Emporium Daffin's Candies Sherm Edwards Candies Gardners Candies Hershey's Chocolate World Philadelphia Candies Pulakos 926 Chocolates Wilbur Chocolate Candy Americana Museum and Store Wolfgang Candy Company

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