#48 Part 1: Visiting Roman Chewing Candy in New Orleans

[@HerculesCandy]

Always cool to see how other candy makers make their candy, and all three of us would definitely watch a documentary version of Ron's stand! Thanks for another great video Greg!

[@tinyshinystar8458]

Hercules Candy I really hope Greg comes to visit you guys

[@doralevitt2879]

@@tinyshinystar8458 That would be awesome!! I'm also a Hercules vouyer! Lol! 🍬🍫🍭😝💜

[@doralevitt2879]

@@tinyshinystar8458 Oh yeah- it's Craig- not Greg 😄

[@thomasdale12]

Im in

[@cosmic-creep1384]

@@doralevitt2879 nah it's Greg lmao.

[@jayyyjude]

This channel is legitimately one of the coolest things on the internet, and Greg you seem like the kind of guy that it would be a great night to sit down with you share a drink and just talk with. Cheers mate

[@LoftyPursuits]

But the Roman Candy Rum ... bring it and I'll talk. I bought one bottle, and I was doubtful that it would be any good. The Chocolate won an award for best chocolate rum somewhere (forgive me for forgetting where) so I got it, and then I thought a few minutes later. "How much competition is there in that category" My wife and I could have drunk the whole bottle in a night. It was amazing, even without mixing anything in. I need more.

[@paulaj7682]

"Why is the rum always gone?" :-)

[@hazenewman3558]

does this man have someone to pass this company onto? id hate to see it go out of business one day because I love the old wagon and everything about this, it's simply amazing

[@LoftyPursuits]

Looks like his son is taking it over.

[@coreytrevor1920]

That’s great to hear

[@maximini7639]

I COULD SIT AND LISTEN TO YOU ALL DAY! The information and education in your narrated videos are amazing!

[@LoftyPursuits]

Thank you.

[@yearriet6438]

Born and raised in New Orleans im really glad that Roman Candy is well known like this !!

[@privatenorby]

I live in Slidell (just across lake Ponchartrain from NOLA) and I can honestly say that the Roman sticks are amazing.

[@phantom240]

Yeet. Northshore crew.

[@showmemore760]

Yeeet westbank

[@SimoTheSergal]

Greetings from hattiesburg

[@serina115]

Roman candy was all ways in Audubon Zoo when I was a little girl. it was always a treat to get one even if was super sweet at times. I grew up on the west bank as a kid.

[@LoftyPursuits]

They are still there every weekend.

[@pandapendragon3335]

I always love the history lessons we get from you! I'd love to see the "Documentary" version!

[@mokin-rui717]

Wow, you, like your candies, are very refined. It's a rare quality these days. Enjoying the video.

[@TracyKMainwaring]

Thank you for promoting live music. It's such a different experience than listening to the radio or Spotify!

[@LoftyPursuits]

Much of the music we use in this channel is recorded live. I think it gives the music an edge and an energy. It's also cool when you can know the people who make the music that you enjoy.

[@katarinaross6778]

I love this! That is so cool!!!! And i love the live music i miss having more places around the small area I live. Awseome!

[@maryjanew6113]

I live like 2 and a half hours outside of NOLA and it was always such a treat to go to the Audubon Zoo and get the roman candy!! Strawberry was my favorite! Its glue for your teeth but good for your soul!

[@christinajackson2662]

This brought back wonderful memories! NO is where I grew up and I have such fond memories of buying Roman candy at the cart whenever we went to the zoo. Watching the scenery and band playing makes me so nostalgic. Thank you!

[@chrismc8000]

Used to live there & the Roman Candy truck can always be found at the JazzFest too!

[@lmmateo78]

How he mixes that color/flavor without making a mess...amazing!!

[@MavicityHerself]

Oh my gosh narrate everything in my life! Your voice is like those narrators of old cartoons I love so much!

[@RoseyDiola]

Your videos makes me so incredibly happy. On behalf of countless blissful hearts all over the world, thank you so so much!

[@bluzshadez]

I've watched and enjoyed all your videos already! Please make more! I beg you. the process of candy making is very hypnotic for me. It relaxes me to watch sugar being pulled.

[@k.d.h8620]

Born and rasied in New Orleans. You need tried our seafood. Were know for it. And I rembemer when was 0.25 for 4 favor were strawberry, banna, and vallin and chocolate. They were the best and yummy!

[@LoftyPursuits]

According to Ron, they stopped doing more than just the three flavors (vanilla, chocolate and Strawberry) back in his grandfathers day, not sure when that was. And don't worry, I had lots of seafood, but as I live about 20 minutes from Apalachicola, the seafood was not nearly the treat other things were. Never really occurred to me that that sea food was just not what everyone had. :) I guess I take it for granted. Like I won't eat oysters if they are not shucking them on the boat that brought them in, that is tied up to the back of the oyster shack you are eating in. :) Also I suspect seafood flavored candy might not sell as well as I might hope, but beignet flavored candy might.

[@claire6516]

I’m from New Orleans too!

[@JayLeePoe]

that taffy pulling and the shine that comes off the stretched sugar is pretty hypnotic. candy making is so strange it still seems like magic regardless of how simple it all may be

[@batinfaq1157]

I love that you are sharing these local candy makers stories. Thank you for sharing your channel this way.

[@paleeoguy]

Man I hope they give you a TV show.

[@ricardbayless409]

I think it would be great to see the "documentary" style Roman Chewing Candy video. That is what I love most about the Lofty Pursuit videos- your commentary walking us through steps of process while doing them.

[@verdatum]

If you got into making taffy, I would both watch and purchase gobs of it. Possibly the only thing I love more than hard-candy is taffy. As a Marylander, my go-to taffy is Candy Kitchen, based in Ocean City. I feel like if the weather was kind to you, then you would have a chance to outdo them.

[@horsegirl2310]

One day I will make it down to New Orleans. Such a history filled city.

[@abbye8482]

You have to have the patience of a saint to do this. Fascinating to watch, very calming.

[@flibbertygibbet]

NOLA has a great WW2 museum as well. I used to love beignets but can't eat them any more (Celiac disease). Thanks for the memories.

[@pfadiva]

flibbertygibbet you and me both. I miss beignets and Krispy Creme donuts.

[@alysonk5853]

I went to that museum it was beautiful

[@ulawan5]

I'd love to hear Ron talking about his work! That's a really great idea to shoot these things in a documentary style. Great job on this one too! It's so delightful just like the rest of your channel. Thank you!

[@ashleyw8526]

I'm born and raised in Gonzales La about 45min to an hour from NOLA. Ever since I was a little girl I would beg For the Romans taffy when we went to the Zoo! It is so amazing! I haven't been able to find anything like it! New Orleans is a beautiful place, Lousiana in general is beautiful! If you ever get The chance to visit you will love it!

[@Lollipopmorgue]

I wish I could travel with you as a guide. It’s clear you have great appreciation for history and all mediums of art. You’re fabulous!

[@Waynev111]

I love watching you make candy! I love the stories you tell, and the dedication to remain authentic! Thank you!!

[@seanomenon]

I'd LOVE to hear Ron's narration as he makes candy. Thanks for another great video!

[@SBZ925]

I have to say... you are such a unique KZbinr. Probably my favorite. The fact that you represent others in your industry is the best. Thanks for all your videos. You have a lifetime subscriber from me. :)

[@LoftyPursuits]

Besides that I like to do this, and this channel has given me the resources to travel and visit people all over the country and to learn and sometimes teach. But some of this is to capture peoples stories while they are still here to tell it. Traditions are hard to make, and easy to lose.

[@MsBookworm15]

Hi Greg, NOLA native here! I appreciate that you mentioned morning call, they had the best cafe au lait. Roman candy is the best part of a trip to the zoo, they have the cart there and I remember watching him pull candy as a very young child. Now my niece does the same, and when we were watching your video on beet candy as we enjoyed our Thanksgiving mix, she got excited watching you pull candy because she recognized the technique.

[@jeannettemartinez7900]

I just love your videos. They're informative and mesmerizing!

[@janninegannon5962]

Absolutely loved this video. Our family visited New Orleans summer of 2017. Wish we had known about The Roman Chewing Candy and the Roman Candy Rum then. You are such an interesting person and share your knowledge so freely. It is a blessing. You are a talente artist no doubt.

[@wolfbentley7492]

Roman chewing candy is so good. Its a must have.....add it to your bucket list of things to eat.

[@akaisha0000]

This is so wonderful! I really hope you do release the alt format too. It would be great to hear him speak too and see what he has to say. But as always I love hearing your own voice through this and all your insights. It's always educational and makes the whole process really special. You have so much love for this craft and it really shows it how you speak about it in your own work and while watching others. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I'm very excited to see where this series goes!

[@terranb21]

I would LOVE to see the "documentary" version too!

[@BrettMack44]

I finally got mine in today. It is as good as i though. Sucks that it took almost 2 months to get here though

[@m17cupcakes]

So happy to see a spotlight on a NOLA classic. I have a bottle of the Roman Candy Rum, it’s very sweet! Definitely need it iced!

[@bluzshadez]

Thank you! Instead of a Candy Master, this episode is also about you being a Tour Guide. It was so much fun to watch. God bless!

[@LoftyPursuits]

bluzshadez It was a fun trip. I learned more about taffy than I knew before.

[@SPSMchat]

I live here and never knew about this. Taking the kids to check it out.

[@melissacaldwell5598]

Very interesting! You have a great story tellers voice.

[@NathanHassall]

Your positive attitude is as sweet as the candy you make!

[@thedreadpirateroberts3435]

thanks for sharing this video is live 60 mi west of the big easy and I love the taffy cart we try to find it every trip.

[@monto313]

Thanks so much for showing us this. Now I'm dying to taste it!

[@dattepo7534]

I like the fact that you have a passion for Candy making

[@digiFREAK4eva]

I would love to see the alternate cut with his in-person voiceover, if you can spare the time. I enjoy all your videos and I appreciate your effort in making them!

[@dustyking8851]

Just found this _ as a NOLA Ian we would leave class to buy this stuff. SO GOOD.... One of the best memories of NOLA, some of the old ways that actually didn't hurt people. Candy, food, people, craziness. Hilarious.

[@melissarey2973]

I would love to see the documentary style with the candy maker talking about what he's doing. I love your love of music.

[@mdtaylor2274]

Great video and watching him stretch the taffy is hypnotizing!

[@LoftyPursuits]

I was wondering if I put too much of that in. Watch our other videos for more like that

[@KooKooforCards]

This is an incredible video more like a great short documentary and I must say I L❤VED every second of it. I also would love, L❤VE to see more of Ron's candy making process. Thank you for posting and sharing this. I look foward to more of these. God bless you for taking the time and effort to enlighten all of us to this wonder. Hugs from Texas ❤

[@angelaturk7409]

That was awesome! And yes, that band is incredible 😎 Thank you again for another amazing video!

[@pyrogamer01]

It would be wonderful to see the alternate version of this video!

[@mindyvaughn8217]

I've been on that train!! What a fun trip. Great music. I just got my "Lavender Image Candy"!!!! It is so beautiful! It tastes wonderful!! I can't help but hold each piece up to the light before I eat it. You did such an Amazing job on this candy. I really hope you keep making it.💖

[@carsonweber3900]

I’ve been watching you for a while and my family loves going there. Didn’t even know that you went there until now keep up the good work.

[@deedeefischer2230]

I have always loved this candy and would get it every time I went to Audubon zoo. In High school one of my friends was actually related to the family that makes the candy and had some with her all the time and we would eat a lot any time I was over at her house.

[@ianstradian]

I lived in the French Quarters for 4 years, had a second floor balcony on Decatur street.... I miss is sooooo much.

[@qbradq]

Greg, I am very interested in the documentary-style footage. Please upload!

[@slavenssarah]

Same here.

[@lillymoonstar8]

I love the Roman Chewing Candy stand! I see them sometimes when I go home.

[@bunnyobelenus4633]

I would love to see the other footage of the candy being made. To hear first hand from him the history and knowledge about the candy would be amazing.

[@glowfishin1]

Love this Greg! Thank you for sharing your travels with us!

[@waltersnider7613]

when i was a kid, i remember this cart ... we use to get this taffy often

[@PhunkieZero]

Watching him work that taffy on the hook was mesmerizing

[@MorrahaDesigns]

Thanks for taking us somewhere new. This was fun.

[@yriafehtivan]

Just got the first of perhaps quite a few shipments from them. Absolutely love it. I definitely recommend the strawberry and chocolate, haven't tried the vanilla yet but I'm sure it's just as good.

[@amelinataylor464]

My husband and I went on so many dates to the Roman candy cart and Morning Call! I love NOLA!

[@dotonenote697]

i allways love seeing the candy being made! Great vid!

[@arlokarpelevitch3875]

for a candy maker, your videography is really good! this was a great video, and I'm looking forward to this being a series.

[@fxdbeebe]

whenever you make it to the northwest you should go to the candyman in seaside oregon, i grew up going there and seing them making while the owner is on main street singing the candyman can on the main street while he's passing out taffy.

[@ToddGretencord]

Hey Greg, Really love this video. (All your videos actually.) but would love to hear Ron talk about his candy as well. If you did put up the Documentary version, I'd happily watch. Thanks for posting!

[@dallasmandy]

Thank you so much for this! We love it!

[@melaniel8612]

great video! will definitely be looking for this little treat next time i get to experience new Orleans. I'd love to hear Ron tell us about his process, if you can find the time to edit your documentary style video.

[@steakuccino]

This looks amazing and I love seeing the different candy-making techniques! I'm not sure I agree that all music is meant to be spontaneous but I am a huge fan of watching live music. It's a much fuller experience! I'm really glad to see that I can buy some of the Roman Chewing Candy online, too, because who knows when I'll be able to get from Pittsburgh down to New Orleans! Great video!!

[@ARSZLB]

this video was especially interesting and made me feel warm and fuzzy, i smiled the whole time :)

[@totchipanda]

I would love to see the documentary version as well :)

[@alicetwain]

That streeetcar is a 1929 Carrelli car from Milan, still in use on a few lines here in Milan. I take requently the same car when I ride the line 1.

[@LoftyPursuits]

Alice Twain According to this, it was made in America, obviously of a similar design. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perley_A._Thomas_Car_Works

[@vee7586]

dude this is a really really great video. i love the music and your whole vibe tbh. amazing

[@LoftyPursuits]

+Violet Keene Thank you.

[@yolandavega3064]

I'd love to see the documentary format!!!!

[@Ferrousbull]

Watching this video was like watching your channel for the first time. There is some strange magic (voodoo?) to something prepared with such care and tradition. I loved it. About that documentary style video. Please. I can't wait to see it.

[@LoftyPursuits]

Saul Holguin De La Cruz Thanks, check out some of our other videos

[@doralevitt2879]

Awesome video!!! Come to Bklyn, the same taffy and candy makers - and also the caramel and jelly apples, are still at Coney Island on Surf Ave. right by Nathan's!! 😄

[@LoftyPursuits]

Grew up in Brooklyn, but it's been years. Do you have the names of those places?

[@doralevitt2879]

@@LoftyPursuits No but I'll find out for you, If you end up doing a video there I'd love to be there, I'm originally from Bed Stuy, then moved to Brighton Beach in 7'9, since then I've lived so many places including Bensonhurst, Canarsie, Park slope, Sheepshead Bay and Manhattan. I now live in Kensington by Church and McDonald Ave - and I'm probably not done yet! Lol! Have a blessed day, I've been getting lost in your videos and first saw you in the Hercules Candy Company's video with Terri and Steve- now your on my latest candy video addiction list! Lol!! God bless you! 😄🍬🍫🍭😝💜

[@KraftyKreator]

I would love to hear what he is saying, his voice, plus the ambiance maybe just a little bit or longer would be great as well. Some channels put longer videos and post skip points for anyone who wants to jump ahead so it let's anyone who wants to enjoy the longer route take our time. :) Thank you for posting this video, I don't travel so much but when I did I always traveled slowly and off the beaten path and this reminds me of my traveling style, so thank you, again!!! And sorry for the long post

[@error.418]

Oh nice, the band you recorded is playing "One Way Out" a classic blues song first recorded and released in the early-mid-1960s by Sonny Boy Williamson II and Elmore James, an R&B hit under a different name for G.L. Crockett (who also recorded as "G. Davy Crockett") in the mid-1960s, and then popularized to rock audiences in the early 1970s and onward by The Allman Brothers Band.

[@pmxa67r]

I would love to see it in a documentary format!

[@zacharyyarost5804]

I'd love to watch a video of him explaining it!

[@onyx8231]

I love the live reported music in the background of your videos! Sounds like you have live music in your candy shop!

[@LoftyPursuits]

Some of the music we use was recorded in our candy shop.

[@onyx8231]

@@LoftyPursuits That's amazing!!

[@sandwich382]

this is an amazing video! thank you for it!!

[@bluemtnsman]

Nice video. As always, a perfect treat.

[@emjenkins464]

I love the whole idea of the cart. It looks like it wouldn't be out of place in any age beyond the victorian era .

[@SokuThePunless]

4:25 "And we'll talk about that later." *Ad instantly plays* Wow, that's some timing.

[@Zaldarr]

I'd love to see the footage of them talking about the history of the company and the candy.

[@PilotTed]

Ill be visiting New Orleans this Wednesday, can't wait to look for Roman's, gotta get me some strawberry toffee.

[@standincub]

OMG Morning Call! They are the BEST and City Park is beautiful. You pretty much summed up our favorite way to spend a lazy day in NOLA (we live in BTR). We love to go to the Art museum for a couple hours then hit up Morning Call for snacks then walk around the park and sculpture garden to burn off some of those calories. And depending on the season we might hit up Pandoras for a snoball after that. Love it so much. This candy looks great! I will track some down and try it net time I'm in town!

[@LoftyPursuits]

standincub Glad we did it right.

[@thecaseystrain1775]

Even though I knew all of this stuff because I grew up in New Orleans, I still loved watching it. It makes me want to run on down to the zoo and get a stick .

[@maggiebrayton4258]

wow! what a great story ❤ I'm sure the taffy tastes amazing

[@agypsycircle]

I’d absolutely love to see the documentary style you did!

[@Bauhauskiddo]

Chocolate rum sounds amazing, I wish we could get it here in Sweden. I reckon you could make a pretty great soda float with some coke, some of the chocolate rum and a dollop of vanilla ice cream.

[@joesmoh8743]

loved the video, the spotlight was great. Keep them coming :)