Thaen mittai is a bright orange colored soft candy that used to be sold in petty shops in villages in throughout Tamilnadu and kerala till the 90`s. it was common sight to see these in glass jars. Small kids would buy it one or two at a time depending on how much pocket money they have on hand. It is also popular among school kids who buy these from small shops. Most of us have a memory of a food that takes us back to our childhood days. Those memories have a very profound impact…. brings back a sense of cozy feeling!