On a lighter note this grey morning: I’ve written to Pepperidge Farm about the disappearance of chess imagery from its Chessmen cookies. No, it’s not so-called cancel culture; the name still ends in -men. But there’s not a chess piece in the package. Here’s what I’ve written:
I’m a big fan of Pepperidge Farm products and have been for years. I remember PF cookies back when the packaging featured old-timey engravings on the side. My question: why do Chessmen cookies now have no chess pieces depicted? I see a sun, a house, a plant, and a watering can. The cookies taste just fine, but where did the chess pieces go? And how can the cookies still be Chessmen?I hope to share a reply. But if they just send coupons, I’ll keep them for myself.
These questions are idle, but they’re also genuine. Thanks for your reply.
Later today: I noticed the words “Seasonal Prints” in the bottom right corner of the package. “Would you call that fine print?” I asked Elaine. “No.”
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As soon as I saw the title, the Peter, Paul and Mary version of the song popped in to my head!!!
ReplyDeleteOne would think they would want to capitalize on chess cookies!
Kirsten
I know — The Queen’s Gambit, right?
ReplyDeleteI had Pete Seeger running through my head. His song owes something to a Russian folksong.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6-InHJC06I&ab_channel=TheGarage1966
ReplyDelete^^^that is what popped into my head! And now i want a bag full of cookies.
I can’t say I blame you. Pepperidge Farm cookies are good stuff. Don’t get me started on their Cinnamon Swirl bread. :)
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