One of my best childhood memories is visiting a neighborhood penny candy shop. Heck, that is probably one of my best adult memories too. The thrill of checking out that candy buffet, grabbing that plastic basket, and filling it up with a variety of colorful sweets from almost every jar is definitely one of life's best pleasures.
Discover eight classic candy shops in Illinois that are known for selling penny candy and vintage treats. Check out these old-fashioned stores.
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With its streets filled with heritage merchant storehouses and homes, important temples, shrines, tea shops and the only surviving palace building from Tokyo Castle the town is a fun day trip from Tokyo. These are our pick of the top things to do in Kawagoe.
Don't miss your chance to visit Brown and Hopkins Country Store in Chepachet, one of the oldest general stores in America.
Welcome to week 23 in the Vintage Block Along I picked another vintage block pattern from my grandma's pattern basket ...
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In the South Congress (SoCo) area in Austin, Texas there are tons of cool places to check out—bars, restaurants, clothing shops and this fun-looking candy shop called Big Top! Even though Greg and (being vegan)
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Easter has been and the house is overflowing with Easter Eggs. Lots of people have Easter egg meltdowns. Why not try something a bit different this year? Image via http://www.chocolate-easter-eggs.co.uk My son loves to make these slabs; we discovered this recipe when we wanted to make an edible gift to take to a Christmas party. For some reason making something with all those eggs and sweeties doesn't seem anywhere as naughty as eating them individually, bit like long car journeys warrant a sweet feast! Sorry going to make you wait right till the end to see the finished result hee hee! Ingredients 400g left over Easter eggs 200g milk chocolate 200g white chocolate For the Topping Any leftover sweets you have - any big sweets chop or bash into bite sized pieces! We like: Jelly Bellies, Crunchie, Rolos, Twix, Munchies, Snickers, Haribo, Smarties, Mars Bar - well anything really! Image via http://www.crazycandies.co.nz Method 1. Line a baking tray with baking paper. 2. Melt the chocolate - if using different colours, melt separately. 3. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly. 4. Pour most of the chocolate onto the tray. 5. Swirl them together with a skewer, or end of a knife to get a marble effect - or get creative and make your own design. 6. Sprinkle over the sweets. 7. Drizzle over with the remaining chocolate. 8. Pop in the fridge until set. 9. Break into big chunks and devour! If you're going to do it - you might as well do it well! Ah Sweet Heaven - I Love Candy in Glasgow. Image via http://www.list.co.uk Other ideas for toppings Toffee Popcorn Homemade salty popcorn - sweet and salty a perfect combination Dark chocolate topped with dried strawberries and chopped nuts Dark chocolate topped with dried cherries and stem ginger Chopped up Chocolate Brownies - drizzled with white chocolate Toasted marshmallows Handmade fudge Dried bananas and chunky peanut butter Homemade chocolate chip cookies Try some chilli powder and cinnamon for a Mexican twist! Stir in some of your favourite booze to the melted chocolate - Tequila or Vodka are my favourites. Duchy's Stem Ginger biscuits coated in dark chocolate I like to go posh and sophisticated and use a high quality chocolate such as Green and Blacks or Willies! The list goes on and on! I like to eat mine with Pickled Onion crisps... but guess that's just me - I think!
Sorry for the blurriness of the photo. Burney Falls, Lassen National Forest, California. On the way to Burney, first a quick stop at the turn-of-the-century logging town of McCloud. A full-service penny candy store. December 10, 2007. Photo #4 of 61 of my 'Burney Falls' photoset.
Penny Candy Store in Massachusetts doesn't look like much from the outside, but it's a sugar lover's paradise.
Burney Falls, Lassen National Forest, California. On the way to Burney, first a quick stop at the turn-of-the-century logging town of McCloud. A full-service penny candy store. Picture taken December 10, 2007. Photo #3 of 61 of my 'Burney Falls" photoset.
Dig into a scrumptiously sweet sundae at this old-fashioned ice cream parlor in Pennsylvania.
A WWI fighter plane and turn-of-the-century penny candy shop are among the unexpected features of this Financial District building.
This place is beyond charming and sells real penny candy.
Penny Candy Store in Massachusetts doesn't look like much from the outside, but it's a sugar lover's paradise.
Relive your greatest childhood memories when you visit this old fashioned candy shop in a historic Nevada town.
Among the majesty of the Rocky Mountains, the charming city of Denver, Colorado, has a wealth of interesting offerings, including award-winning restaurants, beautiful inns, and lovely, independently owned shops. Pome In Denver, there is a clear sense of support among shop owners and area artisans. Evidence of this is seen in businesses such as Pome,
We had the opportunity to photograph the grand opening of Lolli and Pops The Woodlands. They have a gorgeous store that is pretty to look at and tastes just as sweet. Their vintage candy store theme is done in their soft pastel colors that give you that classic candy store feel. The store opened to […]
Penny Candy Store in Massachusetts doesn't look like much from the outside, but it's a sugar lover's paradise.
