Battle Lines Drawn in Philly’s Cookie Wars Spiced Wafers in Philadelphia Like jack-o’-lanterns on Halloween, another black-and-orange tradition arrives each fall in Philadelphia. Spiced wafers from two dueling companies, Ivins and Sweetzels, appear on store shelves in late August. These curious cookies have rabid local fans, outselling even Oreos throughout their autumn reign. But, come… Read More
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