If you're even remotely a candy person, Sweeties is dangerous in the best possible way. I'm a…read morefull‑blown candy freak, so I actually have to limit my visits, if I walked in here too often, I'd lose every ounce of self‑control and walk out with half the store. But honestly... what a way to go. Every time I do treat myself to a visit, it's pure joy. The aisles feel like a time machine stocked with everything I grew up eating, the classics, the throwbacks, the "I forgot this even existed" gems. It's the kind of place where you catch yourself smiling at a random shelf because a candy bar just unlocked a childhood memory. The store is bright, fun, and packed with options, and the staff keeps everything tidy and easy to browse. Whether you're hunting for something specific or just letting nostalgia guide you, it's impossible not to have a good time here.

Walking in to Sweeties Candy is like walking in to sugar heaven! There are so many aisles and…read moreshelves of old and new treats galore! I was looking for something that would have been an import from Europe which they unfortunately don't carry but it seems like they had nearly everything else under the sun! They were oh so helpful in helping me look and once I found the right name we figured out they didn't have it but they had some things that were close enough! They were all very friendly and helpful with my search and I'm so grateful! Now that's I've finally made it in, I know exactly where I need to go for all the rest of the treats that I could possibly be looking for! They even have chips and popcorn plus some seasonal toys too!

What did everyone say to the kernel when he finally popped? Corn-gatulations!…read moreDecided to POP-IN for a visit for movie night. We arriving during a weekday, not busy at all. No one greeted us until later from the back however we didn't mind at all because it gave us time to taste test from the 9 flavors. Whether you're a sweet or savory person, they got you. My favorites were the churro and hatch cheddar/cheddar. By then, one of the employees greeted us and noted the tin can options and that the popcorn is good up to 6 months! My husband first tried the prickly pear popcorn from a grocery store and we liked that as well. We got a couple other bags and will be coming back again. Note, if you buy a tin can, you can bring it back for a refill for half off! Proceeds also go to veterans.

pumpkin! Need it say more? Very helpful staff. The young lady at the front packaged up a fresh…read morebatch of for me.

Ava's Kettle Corn is a pop up shop which, you guessed it, sells a variety of kettle corn. They…read moreappear in various farmers markets and events such as the Tempe Festival of the Arts. They have an Instagram and Facebook page if you want to find them at their next event. Their large kettle corn costs $10; note that this is one of those places that charges you extra if you use a card. I shared the large kettle corn with a friend. It was delicious and we couldn't even finish it all in one day. Note that if you have a hankering for kettle corn, best to grab a bag early since they sell out as the day goes by.

Ava's Kettle Corn... Absolutely fresh kettle corn with just the right amount of sweetness on huge…read morefluffy-popped corn. And it was even better the next day. Acquaintance also bought a caramel corn style offered by Ava's and said it was the absolute best caramel corn popcorn she had ever had! Had actually purchased another brand of kettle corn at the Fountain Hills art festival food area around the corner from Ava's set up by the lake and, even though the bag was $10, I threw it away That other brand was stale and tasted bland. Would buy Ava's brand every time Sadly, I do not live in AZ but will definitely look for Ava's pop up each time I return.

3.5/5 I'm…read morea(poppa)mazed at how perfect the kernels of poppacorn are from Poppa Maize! I saw a big ol' basket of Poppa Maize popcorn packs in front of Pour Jo Coffee last time I went to get a caffeine fix and knew I had to try some. I got the tomato basil and cheese. Each bag was $6. When I got home we broke open the cheesy popcorn bag. The flavor was really good! It just the right amount of seasoning. All the kernels were full, round, and fluffy looking. None of that hard kernel ish that breaks your teeth. Unfortunately, even though the bag had a desiccant packed inside to minimize moisture, the popcorn did taste a little stale/not very crisp. That didn't stop the toddler from devouring it all in one day (And sneaking a few bits to the dogs as well). The tomato basil unfortunately was even more stale tasting which was a bummer considering the price I paid for the bag. I did like the tomato basil flavor though. Maybe if the creator put some "sell by," "best by," or "made on" dates that would help, so people know how fresh their bag is. Maybe some different packaging would help too? Either way, I'd go back to get more popcorn from Poppa Maize if it was sold fresh from the kernel. Currently they seem to sell the popcorn at various small businesses such as Pour Jo Coffee and at local farmer's markets.

This is a pop up shop that shows up at various events, festivals, and fundraisers. Their kettle…read morecorn is vegan friendly which makes me wonder if that's a feature of all kettle corn. As of 2/19/25, there are 4 sizes each priced at $5, $7, $9, and $12. I got the large size ($9) and I definitely couldn't finish it one day. I was very please with the calorie information on their bags which is something hard to find on mom 'n pop shops. It's 170 calories for 30g of kettle corn. The kettle corn was quite tasty so get the two larger sizes if you're looking to share or if you want some extra snacks for yourself throughout the week. They tend to give out free samples if they're at an event. Their website is invalid despite it being printed on all their bags.

From the owner: Poppin' the tastiest kettle corn in town! Always peanut, gluten and soy free - Vegan friendly!…read moreAvailable to book for festivals, events, fundraisers and more.

I was looking for neat southwestern themed favors for my wedding and after eating some delicious…read morecactus candy from a shop in Old Town, I checked out the package to find that the company was local! I scouted their website and gave Desert Gatherings a phone call. They were super friendly and offered me a small discount when ordering 100 of the jelly jars. After placing an order over the phone, I was able to pick up the jelly jars the following day. Awesome service and great pricing compared to other competitors in Scottsdale.

Tried some of their prickly pear popcorn...tasted like kettle corn with no real discernible prickly…read morepear flavor.

Rocket Fizz: The dreams of kids and adults alike…read more Whether you want candy or a fizzy drinks, Rocket Fizz is where it's at. Get some taffy, a weird flavored soda (like pickle or ranch) and have fun checking out their goods. We stopped by in hopes of finding something that screams Arizona but sadly we walked away empty-handed. Nonetheless, it's a great stop with plenty to look at and purchase. Pop in and buy some goods!

What a nostalgic moment to see some of my old time favorite candy!!! The shop has tin signs and…read morecandy for reasonably priced items.

The Williams Sonoma location in Chandler in the Shoppes at Casa Paloma is such a neat store! Upon…read moreentry, you'll be amazed at how large and well-spaced all of the different sections are! They carry all the kitchen necessities and many things you probably didn't know you needed but makes your food preparation easier. I wish they were around ## years ago when I made my wedding registry (The ## is to keep from dating myself!). The store is immaculately clean and the workers are helpful but overly pushy...a great middle ground. They also had some freshly made pasta, citrus-infused water and some mocktail margaritas to try while we shopped. They have some demos/samples for coffee, hand cream, etc. I spent 30min in the store and feel like I still missed a lot of things. I will definitely be back as this is a great place to shop for gifts...and maybe for myself.

Beautiful store with lots of selection. We were greeted right away, offered water or coffee and led…read moreto what we were looking for. I was looking for dishes, but ultimately found something that I liked better at Pottery Barn which is their sister store next-door. The neat thing is they have a little pass-through at the back of the store between the two stores.

First time here and I already love everything about this place. The selection of bakeries, the…read moreselection of drink and snacks to offer you and your bestie, you will have a great time gathering here. The service is simple and yet, very friendly and fast service as well. I tried the latte Nutella and it's absolutely fantastic--well balanced and very tasty! If you are a lavazza coffee beans --this is the place for you, but if you have not yet try, come and check it out yourself. The ambiance is an open space with offer both indoor and outdoor, feels warm and welcoming. I absolutely loved this spot and will definitely come back again soon.

Jimi loves Korean food!!! And this place is no exception. Love the self serve pastries. My wife and…read moreI want to eat here again but agree we have to earn it by walking there. Happy one year anniversary!!! 5 stars