Zac Posen

When I was little, I had a Norwegian babysitter - and that was my introduction to both regular and salty licorice. We all know the ordinary version, but the salty kind is a favorite candy throughout Northern Europe. It's a guilty pleasure of mine that I have to try not to keep around because I'll eat the entire bag in one go.

American Designer

Harley Pasternak

Different foods have different effects on our body beyond their calorie count. Our metabolism, hunger, blood sugar, and hormones respond differently to different types of foods. That means that 100 calories of broccoli is not the same as 100 calories of licorice, just as 3 oz. of salmon is not the same as 3 oz. of cupcakes.

Canadian Author

Simon Cowell

I was bought an electric guitar when I was 12, but my guitar teacher beat me up. I didn't like guitar lessons and I got quite bored. My teacher was obviously bored giving me lessons, and one day I offered him a liquorice toffee, but he didn't answer. So I threw it at him, it hit him in the face, and he sort of beat me up.

British Entertainer

Evangeline Lilly

I would love to pretend I don't diet, but I work very hard. I stay active and eat very healthy. Anybody who says otherwise is either unhealthy or lying! I will admit that I'm addicted to sugar - licorice, Jujubees and jelly candies. And I actually love bran muffins!

Canadian Actress

Adriano Zumbo

I love jelly gummy lollies, liquorice, ice-cream and I eat my own ice-cream; I take it home from work.

Australian Chef

Tory Burch

I love red licorice, but any bright candy - tangy taffy, Fruit Roll-Ups - does the trick.

Dylan Lauren

Red candy is my favorite - I like red string licorice, Swedish Fish, and red gum balls.

American Businesswoman

Liquorice root is used to flavor foods like bread and beverages besides candy.

Culinary Uses

Liquorice root is believed to have medicinal properties and is used in some cultures to treat ailments.

Herbal Remedy

Liquorice's distinctive sweet, slightly bitter flavor is loved by some and disliked by others.

Unique Taste

Liquorice candy comes in many forms like strings, sticks, and shaped candies.

Candy Variety

Liquorice is often mixed with other flavors in sweets, creating a balanced taste.

Mix with Other Sweets

Liquorice candy is usually black or dark brown, which is distinctive.

Color Association

The liquorice plant has a long history and is interesting for botany enthusiasts.

Botanical Interest

Liquorice plants grow in various parts of the world, including Europe, Asia, and America.

Worldwide Cultivation

In traditional medicine, the liquorice plant has uses beyond candy, like in teas and remedies.

Traditional Uses

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