Fred's Famous Peanuts has existed for over 40 years. They sell all sorts of jams, jellies, sauces,…read morehoney, and fruit. However, their claim to fame is fried peanuts. On our way to Anna Ruby Falls, we decided to stop by this shop and explore. Outside they had samples of seven different apple varieties as well as boiled and fried peanuts. Their Cajun and original fried peanuts were so good that we instantly bought a few bags. The store employee was very friendly and told us about the town of Helen and nearby cities. Inside the store has an ambiance of an old timey southern store selling quality hand made food products. I recommend stopping by Fred's and getting some good quality goodies for yourselves and as gifts.

This is a fun stop and I highly recommend it! We came to get hot boiled peanuts - and they were…read moreabsolutely delicious! I also got some Cajun fried peanuts and cider. We loved the decor and small store as well, and the team members were so friendly. Next time we visit Helen, this absolutely will be part of our trip!

So my husband spent quite a bit here on a few pieces of jerky. He doesn't regret it. The exotic…read morejerky was great. Not something you'd eat everyday but definitely something worth trying out. One of the packs that we got was the "Reaper". It was supposed to be one of the spiciest of their selection. It was okay. Maybe our tolerance is higher but the "Reaper" was a disappointment. It had a kick, don't get me wrong, but it faded away quickly and didn't make us suffer. LOL. I wouldn't recommend getting any of the average seasoned jerky though (i.e. Traditional, BBQ, Teriyaki) as they are what they are. Average. And overpriced. The guy that helped us however was great. He was very knowledgeable on the different jerkies and offered samples. He was a cool guy. Wish I remembered his name.

Cool little store and a huge selection! The two people at the counter were very friendly and we…read morechatted for a bit. I ended up getting some gator jerky for the trip home. It was extremely good!

We were close to the day of the eclipse, Our destination was in North Carolina, but we were…read morespending a day in Helen since it was at the foot of the mountain we needed to climb. We popped into the House of Jerky because they had hot sauce. The husbeastie is a fan of the hottest hot sauces, so I wanted to gift him with the best they had. We did, but we also got t-shirts and glasses for the Eclipse.

Do you guys wanna eat some scorpions, crickets, worms, boar, alligator, or kangaroo? You can get…read morethem all at Helen's House of Jerky And Such. House of Jerky And Such is an intimate store around the main streets of Helen. They are dog friendly. In fact, the owner has a huge dog with her in the tiny store. Of course, I wouldn't come in with your pack of 12 dogs without warning. Just like their name implies, they sell jerky. And as I mentioned earlier, they have some exotic jerky like venison, wild boar, alligator, kangaroo, etc. But they are expensive. They are $8 for only 1.75 oz. I guess they're expensive because they are exotic and unique. I tried the alligator and the venison. They were flavored with soy sauce and had a slight, smoky flavor. The alligator was very tough and was moist. It was ok. The venison was good. I had venison jerky before, and they always tasted good to me. And House of Jerky's venison seemed no different. I wasn't a fan of the soy sauce flavor though. But for the price, I would just hunt a deer myself and make jerky out of the whole deer. That's much cheaper. Of course, you can get "normal" jerky and meat sticks here too. They were very spicy and peppery, which I liked. I did not get to try the scorpion candy, the crickets or the worms, unfortunately.

This honey is amazing. I would like to buy more, but I'm not around it. Is there an online shopread more

It's a family small business. The yummiest honey! Fast shipment to So Cal! Will buy again. What…read moreelse can I say?

Very historic little shop. Very small but has a little of everything. There's an eclectic…read moreselection. Lots of local things, as well as shirts, food, peanuts (boiled & roasted), ceramics, apple fritters, apple bread, body lotions, candles, etc. It won't take long to walk through this entire place. Nice place to take a stretch and enjoy the historic building. Very friendly people. Wish more things were clearly priced. Would have purchased a couple things, but didn't want to walk up with 4 things to ask price of them as it is a small place and there were people in there. Maybe it was just the things I grabbed/saw (apple fritter, apple bread, whipped body lotion). They do have a sale rack of clothes.

This is an old style grocery market outside Blairsville. It has gas pumps . We got little bottles…read moreof coke and neihi grape soda. They have hot boiled peanuts. Country ham, chocolates, canned food. They have beautiful photos framed in a room. We loved the chocolate covered peanut clusters. They do have an old fashioned bathroom. Very friendly lady behind the counter.

There are three (!) asian grocery stores in Cornelia. All are good but I go to L&T the most. There…read moreis always a good selection of fresh vegetables and herbs. Most other things that you need, noodles, sauces, condiments, whatever, they have several styles and brands to choose from. Once I even got some delicious homemade spring rolls. If you are showing in Cornelia, I recommend you go to L&T.

This little market has a wide selection! We were looking for fresh lemongrass, fish sauce, rice…read morenoodles, coconut milk (the thick Thai kind), as we were on a road trip in our Airstream and had decided to make some Vietnamese style meatballs and Pho. We also found fresh Thai chilies and basil, mint and cilantro. No problem assembling our needs here! They also had some wonderful home made sides.

The idems they have for sale is unreal. Love this store and the folks that run the placeread more

This place is life changing. they have the best biscuit i've ever tasted! they have everything you…read morecould possibly need. if you stop in as a fisherman like i did, they have plenty of trout bait for you to refill your stock. they have a good menu and plenty of gift options. not to mention the candles they sell are amazing! the staff was super nice and welcoming! next time i'm in suches i will definitely stop here again!

Summary: If you love honey, beekeeping, handmade products, or visiting places where people make you…read morefeel like family the moment you walk in, Blue Ridge Honey Company needs to be on your list. We made the 90-minute drive two days in a row because one visit simply was not enough. Between the honey tastings, incredible staff, behind-the-scenes tour, body balms, bee pollen, beekeeping supplies, handmade candles, and warm hospitality, it truly felt like stepping into a honey wonderland. We came home with lots of goodies, huge smiles, and absolutely no regrets, except maybe not buying even more Sourwood honey. In Full: Wow! I had the time of my life touring Blue Ridge Honey Company, sampling amazing products, and meeting some truly wonderful people. I tasted Sourwood, purple, Tupelo, mountain wildflower, and several creamed honeys for the first time. The blueberry and blackberry creamed honeys were fantastic, and the habanero-infused honey was delicious. But the Sourwood honey stole the show. It was buttery smooth, slightly nutty, and hands down the best honey we have ever tasted. Sampling the different varieties was a blast, but be warned: once you start tasting, you will want to buy everything. Keneddi introduced me to their new Tallow Honey Balm, and she was right when she said a little goes a long way. It felt amazing, smelled wonderful, and worked so well that we literally turned the car around and went back to buy it. We also picked up the passionfruit Whipped Body Butter, which is equally impressive. Keneddi was incredibly sweet, knowledgeable, and made the experience even more enjoyable. One thing that stood out was the atmosphere. The entire place feels like family. I actually asked if everyone was related because of how close-knit and welcoming everyone seemed. The answer was no, but it certainly feels that way. Everyone spoke highly of owners Bob and Suzette Binnie, as well as their coworkers, which says a lot about the culture they've built. The store itself is bright, inviting, and packed with products. There was more honey than I have ever seen in one place. Even without a formal tour, visitors can view much of the operation through large observation windows, making the experience educational as well as fun. Marilyn went above and beyond by giving us an impromptu private tour. She patiently answered our endless questions, shared the company's history, and made us feel incredibly welcome. We truly appreciated her time and generosity. The first visit was so much fun that we drove 90 minutes back the very next day for more goodies, especially more Sourwood honey. Everyone was helpful and knowledgeable without being pushy, and the tasting experience alone is worth the trip. Tera helped us save money on pellets by pointing us toward a larger, more economical bag. Lisa was also incredibly kind and helpful. We sampled a wide variety of honeys and learned a great deal. I also fell in love with their bee pollen and brought home two jars. Next time, I may need the five-pound bag. The selection is impressive: honey, candles, body products, books, apparel, beekeeping supplies, and much more. They even sell candle-making molds, supplies, and instructional books. Marilyn handcrafts many of the candles, and they are beautiful. We also briefly met Bob, Syleena, and John while a truckload of honey was arriving in the rain. Everyone we encountered was friendly, hardworking, and genuinely happy. As a bonus, we picked up a Dadant smoker and can confidently say it lives up to the hype. It lights easier, stays lit longer, and outperformed our old smoker in every way. Thank you to everyone at Blue Ridge Honey Company for the incredible hospitality. You made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. To anyone considering a visit: go. It is absolutely worth the trip, and you will not be disappointed!

Cute little shop with friendly staff and live honey bees inside! I like how they tell you the…read moreorigins of each type of honey. And there are a variety of sizes to choose from. Very reasonably priced as well, not a total tourist trap.