I had my 15yo daughter write a review. "We visited Sweet…read morePete's Candy Store twice this week with different groups and both experiences were fun and memorable. The staff were friendly, informative, and genuinely seemed to enjoy being there, which made a big difference in the atmosphere. The pricing can be a bit confusing. Some items had small signs nearby that we had to search for, others were labeled directly on the items, and a few weren't priced at all. The lollipop class was both informative and enjoyable. The instructor was fantastic with the younger ones and still managed to keep the attention of the teenagers. You could tell he was experienced in speaking to a crowd and skilled at condensing a lot of information into something easy to follow. We got to watch him make a lollipop completely from scratch, from pouring the boiling sugar onto the table to mixing and twisting the colors into a swirl for us to shape ourselves. The second visit was for a chocolate bar making class. We had the same instructor, which was great, and this time he had another candy maker helping because there were almost twice as many people. Together they managed a very excited group of children beautifully. I went on a similar field trip here about two years ago, where instead of making the bars ourselves, we filled out little menu cards choosing our toppings and type of chocolate, and the staff made them for us while we went on a tour. Personally, I preferred that setup. This time, the toppings were left completely up to the kids, which led to a few of them putting their hands in the bowls instead of using the spoons provided. I understand that isn't Sweet Pete's fault and falls more on the parents' supervision, but it did affect the overall experience for me. Overall, Sweet Pete's continues to be a great destination for both education and fun. For a more educational and hands-on experience, I recommend the lollipop class. For a more kid-focused activity, the chocolate bar class is a hit."

The minute you walk in you are treated to their signature salted Carmel which was delicious!…read moreThe staff are lovely and there seems like they are well staffed and understaffed at the same time? It felt like a lot of Indians with no clear chief. The tour starts in the chocolate room, gotta love that! Chocolate covered chips, cookies, marshmallows and fudge all around. The restaurant was filled with dirty tables, the bar was in disarray. The food portions looked small however at least it kept coming out! The owners family has been in the candy business for years and he still works there everyday, that's awesome! :)) I'm glad we checked it out. Thank you Sweet Petes! You can trust me, I am a candy eating American. ;D

Quick Chocolate Cream treat after an afternoon stroll, and yep it was so good that I forgot to take…read morea photo as the heat was melting it quickly after stepping out of the store. Kudos to the staff who always keeps this store organized and well-stocked with a variety of sweets to choose from.

Who doesn't love a good treat on sunny days? I stopped in here to try the Dubai Gelato. They were…read moreadvertising it with a huge sign outside. I ordered it but they were out of strawberries. So, I used the black berry sorbet as a substitute. Customer service was basic. I would've have expected them to offer the desert with some sort of discount since technically they didn't have all the ingredients. Nevertheless, it was still tasteful. I also liked the complimentary chocolate covered popcorn. They offer an array of treats but are very pricey. The "non" experimental Dubai Gelato (calling it that because it was missing the real ingredient) was $16 alone. I don't recall seeing prices listed and hasn't prepared for that. Overall, its a nice place for a pick me up kind of treat/day.

Flavored salts made locally that are truly the best. I recently had the chance to catch back up…read morewith her at the AB market and she had their lemon herb salt back in stock but I did end up going with Boujee Chicken (blend of purple sage, lavender oregano, and tarragon) and their Dill Pickle. I am definitely looking forward to some air popped popcorn this week with some Dill Pickle seasoning salt! Follow Sarah on IG for more recipe ideas (also on summa salt website). Also, let's discuss salts in coffee. She has them. Buy them. 10 out of 10.

Got my first order and when I say obsessed and is an understatement, I mean it! I can't remember…read morethe last time I was as excited to see my food or be in the kitchen. Customer service is A1. The thought behind & love that is put into each product makes a difference. Each salt is super aromatic and I already know this will elevate my spice game!!!I will definitely be gifting this to some of my family & friends for Christmas !!

I purchased an oatmeal cookie and it was fresh and quite delicious. The cases were so very pretty…read morewith all Sorts of goodies. This place needs some serious spotlight as it has a cafe attached and the chocolate item look amazing. Think of the brother sister duo that was sold out and then think this place. Definitely a place to hype. Not on the beaten path, I spotted it driving by it on accident. Chocolate popcorn looked amazing and I'm pretty sure they do custom order anything. Definitely will come back for more cookies.

Renee and her family is the BEST!!!! I have gotten all my birthday cakes for my kids from her every…read moreyear since they were babies and she NEVER DISAPPOINTS!!! She really cares about her customers and gives the best service. The cakes, cookies, brownies are so so delicious, moist, not overly sweet. Simply perfect! I will be back year after year.

Grabbed a Too Good to Go "Prepared Foods" bag and was really happy! Similar to the same bag at…read moreWhile Foods, but the variety is better and the pickup time is great (10am-6pm). My $10 bag contained four items, all with be used for easy lunches. A tuna salad croissant sandwich, a chicken salad wrap, bbq ribs, and a chicken quesadilla. The tuna salad croissant was fresh and delicious. Since the pickup window is longer, you go to a register to ask for your bag. Really pleased and will definitely grab this one again in the future.

We are used to shopping at the Fresh market in Mandarin and decided to try the one in Riverside. We…read morelike the pan sausage for breakfast with a sage. It was the absolute worst sausage I've ever had in my entire life.. we usually get it from the fresh market in Mandarin and it's excellent. The customer service wasn't up to par either.

Boston Kwick Mart is a great European food market with an emphasis on food from Bosnis, Hungary,…read moreRomania and the like. I must say that I wished they chose a better name because many will dismiss it as a convenience store. Service is incredibly friendly and helpful. I found a great looking hot ajvar and can't wait to get home and try it. They have a small refrigerator filled with sausages and other meats. They also have a lot of candy and sweet type stuff. I definitely recommend here and give it five stars.

Bosnian kwik mart is offering great food varieties. Service is good and employees are…read more friendly. Great shopping atmosphere.

If you are looking for a lovely book and gift shop, this is the place! The gift room, the book…read morearea, and the children's gift nook are all beautifully arranged on the first floor of this lovely Victorian house in Jacksonville's Cathedral District. No crowding of merchandise; unique and lovely gift ideas; friendly and helpful staff - what can I say? Charming. Check it out!

Gorgeous church in the middle of downtown Jax. I attended the 9:00 service, and it still had organ…read moreand a lot of music. I like that the readings and scriptures are all printed in the bulletin so there is no flipping back and forth in the book. You will, however, need to consult the hymnal from time to time. A gift bag was given to me as a visitor which included information about various areas of the cathedral as well as a magnet, candy, and a newsletter. I appreciated the dean here--her energy is fantastic :)

This is a must visit for popcorn lovers. There are over 50 types of popcorn so deciding what to…read moreeven try can be difficult, but the staff has been pretty friendly the few times I have visited. Within 5 days I have already been twice and if I lived nearby I would have a real problem. So far I've tried the White Cheddar Chipotle, Garlic Butter, Garlic Parmesan, Five Alarm Fire, Aged Cheddar, Cheddar, White Cheddar Ranch, Beer Cheese and probably even a few more I forgot. My favorite was the Garlic Butter until I tried the White Cheddar Chipotle which has just the right amount of heat. If you love hot Cheetos then the Five Alarm Fire would be up your alley. It is very hot, but does have food flavor. My 11 year old is in love with this popcorn. I personally got about 3 or 4 flavors to mix them. The pricing is a little expensive, but this is definitely a gourmet popcorn. The popcorn is fantastic and with so many flavors you won't get bored easily.

I love popcorn! Maters Taters & Popcorn may be my new favorite addiction! I think I have been…read moreabout once every 5 days for the past three weeks and I will continue to go back! There are over 50 flavors (probably 70) of popcorn so there is something to satisfy absolutely anyone. The staff is lovely and will let you sample flavors so you can find your new favorite! I have fallen in love with the white cheddar ranch, white cheddar chipotle, aged cheddar, scorpion Chicago, five alarm, and dark chocolate covered. I can satisfy my sweet tooth or savory wants. This family owned business is wonderful and I think their products make a great snack or a great gift! I would highly suggest stopping by and trying something new! There is someone for anyone. They have some interesting flavors I have not seen anywhere else such as Mountain Dew, Dr Pepper, Strawberry, cinnamon kettle corn, horchata, sweet chili, blue cheese buffalo and that is just a tiny portion of their offerings. Definitely give them a try!!!

I find myself wandering into Midnight Sun every time I'm nearby. They have a nice selection of…read morecrystals in about 1/3 of the store (and a wide array of price points) while the rest of it features other metaphysical products plus jewelry, clothing, and associated "hippie"/boho odds and ends. Folks have been friendly whenever I've come in, and they really stood out when I brought my young niece in. She is in grade school, and we had a chat in advance about how it was an "eyes, not hands" store -- I kept her very close because I didn't want to be the person who lets a kid get rowdy around fragile items! My niece made great behavioral choices, and she picked out a pendant. The person behind the counter was so lovely with her and invited her to look at the color options for the necklace cord, which thrilled her! She wore her necklace proudly the rest of the day, and I think her first experience in a store like this being such a positive one will put her on the path of loving shiny rocks the way I do.

While there is a large selection and my wife enjoyed the store…read more This review is less about the store but the uncomfortable "joke" made by a woman who worked at the store. My two year old girl was about to go behind the register and the lady said something akin to "Want to put her for work? We can tie her upside down by her little toes?" She didn't say it in a rude tone, but what the.... I get it. Your into crystals and magic. You may even believe yourself to be a witch, but my two year daughter is not a sacrificial lamb or something to hanged by her toes. I just awkwardly smiled and walked out the store.

The out front sign should say Clines QUALITY Meats! This place has everything for the Boujee Home…read moreand off Duty Chef! They've got what you need. Just made the best Steak Au Pouvre all with ingredients found there. From the Green Peppercorns to the Russet Potatoes, Shallots, Demi Glaze, Bone Broth, and Crème Fraiche. Can't forget the most perfect Ribeye Cuts for this night! Next time I'll get pics!

This place has some fun specialty items. It's a bit on the pricey side but worth the splurge every…read morenow and then