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The year, somewhere between 600 and 700, in the common era.

The location, the home of a wealthy family in Persia, which today we know as the Middle Eastern country of Iran.

You who, chef? What is my chef?

This is believed to be the birthplace of one of the world's most sought after snacks.

Hello, chef! I need more cakes!

It's also a time when sugar was just starting to be used everywhere in the Persian Empire.

So, sugar rushes were definitely a thing.

Weeeee!

You called for me, mom.

Yes, I want to eat more cakes! They make me so happy and energetic.

Like I said, sugar was a new thing.

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