gourmet & specialty foods

Hilliards’ Chocolates Comes to Mansfield

Mansfield, MA - The new Hilliards’ Chocolates at Mansfield Pavilion on School Street is the latest expansion of an Easton family business.Today Judy Hilliard McCarthy and her husband, Charlie McCarthy, own and operate shops in... more »

A Little Carmel Chocolate Shop With Big Plans

Carmel, IN - Julie Bolejack sits as silently as a yogi in mediation behind the counter at her fledgling Chocolate for the Spirit shop in Carmel. The barely audible crinkle of gold foil she's wrapping... more »

Downtown Ypsilanti Candy and Gift Shop to Open New Ferndale Location

Ferndale, MI - After eight years of success in downtown Ypsilanti, The Rocket candy and gift shop will open a new location in Ferndale.Owner Eli Morrissey says the new 2,600-square-foot location on Woodward Avenue near... more »

Mother-Daughter Duo Find Sweet Success with Candy Business

Nolesville,TN - A local mother-daughter duo is finding sweet success after opening a candy shop in Nolensville nearly two years ago.Regina Pinto started Blushing Berry in her own kitchen, but has since expanded her business.“To... more »

Simpsonville Tea Shop Takes Over Former Amanzi Tea Space

Simpsonville, SC - Roger Bowman does not look like a tea person. With his cut to the chase tone and biting wit, he seems more suited for the corporate world than as the owner of... more »

New Falls Candy Store Features Premium Chocolate Treats, Gourmet Coffees and Ice Cream

Niagara Falls, NY - Amber Haick watched closely as a visitor to her new chocolate store took a taste of her chocolate-covered peanut brittle.At the bliss-filled look on the face of the taster, the Niagara... more »

Husband and Wife Business Apple Tree Chocolates Coming Soon

Norman, OK - The Elvis is a Granny Smith apple coated in dark chocolate, banana chips and bacon bits. The Thunder Upple comes decorated in the pro basketball team’s orange and blue. If you want... more »

Katy’s Kandy Plans to Open Second Downtown Pittsburgh Location

Pittsburgh, PA - Jon Weston, owner of Katy's Kandy, is preparing to open his second downtown Pittsburgh location, leasing a 2,000-square-foot storefront in a distinctive and historic metal-clad building the Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation... more »