| abstract |
The present invention provides edible articles (10) (e.g., candies,confections, foods and medicines) that incorporate optical elements (16) (e.g., holographic or lenticular gratings, and/or printed patterns) capable of producing visually interesting and unique optical images and/or effects, wherein such optical elements are safe to consume, and do not detra ct from the taste of the edible articles, and wherein the edible articles can b e manufactured (to incorporate the optical elements) via a variety of differin g techniques, thus providing the ability to produce unique and visually interesting edible articles. |