LITITZ, Pa. — It is easy to see why people call it “Pretzel-vania,” when you consider the stat that 80% of all pretzels eaten in the United States each year are produced right here in Pennsylvania.
“Look at the shape, it’s different. It’s not a cracker. It goes well with any food, especially beverages. It has that salty, hearty taste. It doesn’t get stale fast, and it’s just a tremendous snack,” said Julius Sturgis Pretzels President Tim Snyder.
The Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery in Lititz is the first commercial pretzel bakery in the country. The only thing they love more than pretzels is talking about pretzels with anyone who walks through their doors…