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Bimbo became a family tradition

In1965, Bimboreachedits twentieth anniversary. It was now a staple of Mexican families’ diets.
Bimbo became a family tradition

In1965, Bimboreachedits twentieth anniversary. It was now a staple of Mexican families’ diets.

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Bimbo, un hábito familiar

PeoplewerebreakfastingonBimbotoast smothered in honey, jam or butter; or ate doughnuts and pancakes. Sandwiches on white, wheat or toast were carried to school and office lunchrooms.More formal luncheons incorporatedBimbobreadcrumbsto lend flavor toother foods; doctors prescribed Bimbo toasttothe infirm. So-called “Telesandwiches” went alongside afternoons and nightsin front ofthe small screen. Kids got Gansitos and Bobonetes as treats for good behavior.And you certainlycouldn’t skip “pan Bimbo” for celebrations and get-togethers.

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Bimbo, un hábito familiar