I don't normally post reviews, but this one is warranted because "The Shoppe Ice Cream and More" is a diamond in the rough.
This little, tucked-away space in Purvis, MS across from the city park has been a much needed addition to our small town for a long time!
My son and I went there today after a long day of running errands to treat ourselves to a sweet ice cream treat before we went home. Round about the time that we got our ice cream (1 delicious scoop of salted caramel for me and 1 decadent Dutch chocolate milkshake for him) The Candy Shoppe next door opened. We had time to burn, so we decided to explore.
Oh my STARS!!!
As if the The Shoppe Ice Cream and More wasn't good enough, The Candy Shoppe (which is only open on Saturdays and Sundays) was a sight to behold. It was like stepping back in time to the candy stores from my youth and then some! Jars of candy filled the walls with everything from jellybeans in a variety of flavors, to gummy's in a variety of shapes (who knew that there were Lego and Army man gummy's) to dark chocolate covered almonds and crème brûlée malt balls...and that's not even scratching the surface! Willy Wonka, you've got nothing on The Candy Shoppe!!!
We spent a good 20 minutes inside The Candy Shoppe exploring, and had we not had groceries in the back of the family truckster, we would have stayed longer.
Both shops are family friendly, the employees who work there are spectacular, and the offerings are delicious!
**Also, as an aside, check out the wall off coffee mugs inside The Ice Cream and More Shoppe. They are GOLD, and if you're anything like me, you'll find yourself laughing out loud as you read through them while you're waiting to place your order.
My family is so grateful that these businesses have opened in our small town. The family who operates these businesses is purposefully creating a wholesome Main Street, small town feel which has been desperately lacking in our community.
We look forward to heading back soon as the ice cream shop has a delicious menu of sandwiches and salads that we've yet to try. I will update this post once we have had the opportunity. read more