salt water taffy

It's winter and is there anything better than a Campbell's cup of soup?

I think anyone who has lived at the Jersey Shore or vacationed here probably has tried "salt water taffy".

Whether you are contemplating a visit to the "World's Favorite Playground" or are looking to live in South Jersey, you'll find Atlantic City a unique place.

We're not even sure the dessert chosen as the most iconic in New Jersey is even a dessert at all.

In celebration of National Taffy Day, let's take a look at the history of Salt Water Taffy in South Jersey.

We have so much great food in New Jersey, but you won't believe what was chosen as the best summer food in the state.

This week we have been taking your votes at home for the local candy store that YOU think has the best salt water taffy here in Ocean County. I think we can all agree that when you think “summer” and think “candy” that you probably think “salt water taffy”. It’s just a Jersey Shore thing…..

You can really learn a lot about a state from its signature snack food. Buzzfeed went coast to coast to identify each state's "signature snack."

You can really learn a lot about a state from its signature snack food. Buzzfeed went coast to coast to identify each state's "signature snack."

Without a doubt, a variety of delicious desserts in something that isn't lacking in NJ. That's why Slate.com's official dessert choice for the Garden State is questionable.