Behind The White Squiggly Line: A History of Hostess Brands

Have you wondered about the squiggly line on some cupcakes?

You might have, right?

Well, those cupcakes are from Hostess Brands (TWNK) - Get Hostess Brands, Inc. Class A Report .

Taggart Bakery created the Hostess brand in 1921, focussing on cakes like Cupcakes, Ding Dongs and Ho Hos.

That snack that was probably a staple of a good school day lunch has had quite the journey.  

Watch TheStreet's video series Behind the Label to find more about the company.

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