Do you know the muffin man? We’d be surprised if you didn’t. This nursery rhyme is still passed down in kindergarten classrooms and children’s books in many languages. The origin of this and other popular nursery rhymes is nebulous. While “Ring Around the Rosie” was a time-keeping method for doctors during the Black Death, “The Muffin Man” is allegedly about the British serial killer Frederick Thomas Linwood. Linwood, or the Drury Lane Dicer, is said to have murdered up to 15 children in the late 1500s. Urban legend says he would employ “Looney Tunes” style tactics, tying a muffin to a string and pulling it along the street to lure his victims. Some especially morbid accounts say he also murdered seven rival bakers during his spree. Having that many victims would make him the first serial killer in history. Often, truth is stranger than fiction, but in this case, no actual facts support this creepy origin story. The book “The Singing Game” by Opie and Opie states that the first recorded mention of this nursery rhyme exists in a manuscript from 1820. It is originally a poem with music added later. One version of the song changed Drury Lane to Dusset Lane, home to the first confirmed serial killer, Mary Ann Cotton, but that’s where the similarities stop. This urban legend isn’t sweet enough for our taste, but don’t worry. You can keep singing about the muffin man without fear. DO YOU KNOW THE MUFFIN MAN? YES, FROM DRURY LANE The (Supposed) Dark History of This Popular Nursery Rhyme
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When asked what he is most excited about with this move, firm partner David Vicknair stated, “I am excited for the expanded space and how it is going to better serve our clients and, specifically, how our space planners made sure to develop the layout so it is conducive to productive work and allowing our teams to be more efficient and have their own productive work areas.” After the move, drop on by, say “Hi!” and check out the new office space!
SESAME GARLIC RAMEN
Inspired by TheSaltyMarshmallow.com
Ingredients
• 1 tbsp brown sugar • 2 tsp Sriracha • Chopped green onions, for garnish
• 2 6-oz packages of ramen noodles • 2 tsp of sesame oil • 2 cloves of garlic, minced • 1/4 cup soy sauce
Directions 1. Cook the ramen noodles according to the instructions on the package. Toss the seasoning packet or save for another recipe. 2. Heat sesame oil in a small saucepan or skillet over medium heat. 3. Add garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly so it doesn’t burn. 4. Remove pan from heat, whisk in soy sauce, brown sugar, and Sriracha until well combined. Feel free to add more heat or sweetness to taste. 5. Drain noodles and combine with sauce, tossing gently. 6. If desired, add your choice of cooked meat or tofu and mix thoroughly. 7. Garnish with green onions.
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