Rocket Fizz is like a retro candy store from the 1960s, carrying every candy brand imaginable. It…read moreconjures up nostalgia from a bygone era before people started buying in bulk from warehouse stores and online. The service is very friendly. A lot of the candy here I'd never heard of before. The candy and drinks are from every region of the USA as well as from Europe and Asia that can't be found in most stores. Shopping here is a fun and unique experience with something for everyone. I bought peanut butter Goo Goo Clusters from Nashville and Twin Bing from Sioux City, Iowa, both candies I have not seen sold in my neck of the woods. Rocket Fizz is a must visit when in Kalamazoo.

This is a definite gem in the Kalamazoo Mall…read more It's an old school soda, candy, and sweets shop that sells everything from glass bottles sodas to Thai chips and exotic taffies. Prices are very reasonable (considering the cost of many of these items) and it's a fun little stop if you're in the downtown Kalamazoo area. It's just a 3 min walk from the Raddison so if you're visiting drop on by. The place has a super fun vibe, with a wall of comedic sodas and memes printed throughout the shop. The staff is super friendly and will take requests for items they don't currently sell and call you when they get it. Highly recommend!!

It's February, which means it's time to start thinking about buying sweets for your sweetie. We…read morecame in because I'm obsessed with cashews and we wanted to check out their prices. We step in and nobody is in sight but within about 20 seconds someone came into the main room and greeted us. We were looking at all the sweet treats and settled on 6 milk chocolate peanut butter cups for 60 cents each. I enjoyed them, but it would have been an extra bonus if they had used sea salt like they did with different items and charged a touch more. Everything was reasonably priced and they had some unique items, like chocolate covered orange peels. If you're looking for some nuts, chocolate or gummies for your significant other and are in the Kalamazoo area I'd come in and check them out. You won't be disappointed.

I stopped in recently to try some truffles and a couple other things. The truffles are not made…read morehere and are actually from Birnn Chocolates in Vermont, but I will say they are good. Some things are made here and other things are bought, fyi. I do think this is info that should be apparent and not something you should have to ask, since everything is repackaged with their own label. They do roast the nuts and make the brittle there. I normally love chocolate dipped pretzels but the coating on those and the graham crackers is way too thick, disappointing. The whole point is to have the contrast between the crunch and the chocolate. The prices are reasonable and the woman who helped me was very nice. I would stop in again to try some other things.

Spotlessly clean!! The staff was very polite and helpful!…read more I tried the Merlot truffle I am a fan of dark chocolate and it was perfect, I also got a ginger orange truffle that was very tasty. I will have to come back for Valentine for treats for the ladies in my life.

Wide selection of truffles. Didn't expect such tasty treats in my little home of Kalamazoo…read more Friendly service from a company with a mission to help disadvantaged youth and to rehabilitate young people that made mistakes in early childhood. Like many of us.

I was a bit disappointed with the changes to their classic signature hot chocolate. It tasted plain…read moreand unsweetened, and the signature flavor I loved seems to have changed or gone. It became similar to any other hot chocolate you buy at gas stations. However, I really enjoyed the chocolate marshmallow pop. it was perfectly gooey and sweet! They also had some great deals during Black Friday night. The service was a bit slow, but I can understand since it was a busy night. The atmosphere was still nice, but the restroom being permanently inaccessible is quite inconvenient.

Everything looks so good and unique. Coffee, ice cream and chocolate. I only got chocolate so I…read morewill comment on the chocolate. They have unique flavors, that you don't see anywhere else. They are also expensive though. Did the math, truffles is about double the price from store bought or chain chocolate shop. I know it is hand made and they have different flavors but I can't tell a difference. It is worth a try if you are nearby. Or just get ice cream and drinks. Those looks good too.

We had a girl's birthday party at the Candy Lady. The event was a lot of fun. The girls made candy…read moresuckers and candy toffee. The instructors were very helpful and patient with the girls. The event lasted 2 hrs ending with birthday cake. Everyone was very excited to take their homemade candy home. What a great birthday party! I would highly recommend this event.

This is such a fun gem here in town. We did a drop in chocolate making class and it was a hit with…read morethe whole family. The ladies working are wonderful and so knowledgeable. If you are thinking of taking a class with them I say do it. And if you need any candy making supplies they have them all...chocolates, molds, packaging literally from start to finish they have it.

My son and I had such a happy, fun experience here! The kind lady working said she was the sister…read moreof the owner. She heard that we needed a quarter, and happily volunteered one for us to use on the super cool gumball machine. Then she overheard it was his birthday soon and gave a bag of free jellybeans! Also let him use the employee restroom. Those small gestures make for a return customer for sure. There were many fun candies and it was all displayed so nicely. Prices were not too expensive but what I'd expect from a boutique shop.

I finally had an opportunity to stop at the Mattawan Candy Company during Shop Small Business…read moreSaturday. Cute store in the McGillan's Crossing complex. They sell bulk candy, old-fashioned candy, and a cooler of different soft drinks. I love that they also carry Cheri's Chocolates & Kalamazoo Kettle Corn, which I was hoping to find for Christmas gifts. So glad I stopped in to check out this sweet store.

Super cute spot with so many great options! Chocolatea…read moreoffers tons of loose leaf tea options in large canisters for you to collect from, complete with any and all supplies you'd need to make a great cup or pot of tea! We stopped by on a recent weeknight, toward the end of chilly night for a pot of tea and a dessert! You can choose from any of their tea offerings for an in-house pot! We loved this option! They also offer single servings of all sort of teas and coffee drinks! They offer a quaint little area to enjoy your treats if you'd like to stay for a visit with a friend! There is also a nice outdoor seating area for when the weather is nice! The dessert case is truly something to behold - so many wonderful looking treats! We also saw a menu with some other food items available such as quiches or sandwiches. The staff were extremely helpful with all of our questions - very friendly and kind! Definitely recommend Chocolatea for a really nice experience that leaves you feeling like a valued customer! :)

I had a few moments between appointments, and chose to enjoy the peace and wonderful tea at…read moreChocolatea. I enjoyed a lovely tea latte and time with my book while sitting by Portage Creek. Not only is the tea selection nearly endless, but the array of decadent chocolates and desserts are perfect accompaniments.

The greatest English toffee around in my opinion, and such a charming setting. Such rich and…read moredelectable chocolate on the outside, such crisp and buttery toffee on the inside. Their gorgeous garden invites you in (and reminds me I've got to get some hollyhocks in the ground), friendly staff welcomes you, and you take your unforgettable treats with you (or potentially dine-in, although seating is extremely limited and this definitely feels more like a takeaway shop). We've long been fans of Eileen's English Toffee, which we've often purchased at vendor events like the holiday makers fair at the Kalamazoo Nature Center, so it's nice to finally know where to get these goodies year-round. The owner teamed up with a baker for this storefront, so be sure to also try the English toffee cookies, scones, pies, and more. It would be easy to miss this business as its in a mixed residential and business district and looks like a Victorian home. Also, be sure to enter in the correct driveway -- it would be easy to misread the sign and wind up at their neighbor's house.

I got this amazing English toffee at the Delray Affair - the Delray Arts Festival temporarily…read morerelocated to a mall parking lot due to COVID-19. I believe it was the owner I met behind the mask lol! The toffee is just as terrific as they claim and doesn't stick to your teeth. The chocolate is the perfect complement with the smooth dark yumminess melting around that butter toffee. Their proportions of brown sugar to butter, the time spent bringing it to a burn - good thing they aren't around the corner or I'd far too much! You can order from them online and there is a telephone number available. My only complaint is their email link is broken.

stopped here to look at what they had. pleasantly surprised, placed smelled great and items were…read moredelicious. Will definitely keep coming back!

I've come here twice to buy treats I can give as gifts. Taste of Heaven offers gourmet popcorn,…read morecrispy rice treats, caramel apples, chocolate-covered pretzels, and more. Everything is nicely packaged and labeled with ingredients. The popcorn, available in both sweet and savory flavors, tastes great--much better than that break-your-teeth stuff you can buy in bulk at the grocery store. Around $3-$6 for a small bag that one person could finish by himself, the offerings are pricey. Again, I only shop here for special occasions. I love that they also carry a small selection of specialty sodas. I drink pop almost never, but if I see a unique flavored pop in a bottle, I'm suddenly all about it. Here I've found Jones Soda flavors I've never seen before. They also sell greeting cards. See? A very present-friendly place. I've always received excellent customer service. The employees are friendly and available to answer questions. You are able to sample any of their popcorn flavors. I do wish they were more proactive about serving their caramel apples though. I bought one and asked "Can you cut it up?" The employee responded, "Yes, that's how I'd eat it." You missed my point, sir; I wanted to know if you could physically cut my apple so that I could conveniently eat it on my way home. Oh well.

This is what we have needed for awhile. Hilal is the way to…read moreeat Kalamazoo. I am Muslim and sick of the meat at Walmart it may not even be real meat in some cases. Shop with the bredren at the International Gourmet Pantry.

The lamb looked fantastic!! Service and products were stellar! Real Greek yogurt and fresh hummus!read more