gourmet & specialty foods

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 »

Moore County Store Offers Glimpse of the Past

Vass, NC - Some say, "You should charge admission."Others compare it to a museum.One person said, "I feel like I'm back home."Those are reactions from customers who come in the Dunrovin Country Store on U.S.1... more »