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Top Spots For Easter Candy In South Florida

From chocolate to hard candies, these five local candy stores can meet any candy need you might have this Easter. Each of these candy stores is conveniently located throughout South Florida, from Fort Lauderdale all the way down to Key Largo. Some stores specialize in just chocolate, while others have a variety of gourmet candies available. Any of these candies though are sure to be a hit this Easter!
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Romanicos Chocolates

1801 Coral Way
Miami, FL 33145
(305) 854-9936
bestchocolatemiami.com

Specializing in chocolate, this is a must-visit for all chocolate lovers. They have everything from their signature truffles, which are made one by one, to their Miami sushi, which are chocolates made to look like sushi. This marvelous chocolate store and company is owned by Alejandra Bigai, who is originally from Venezuela, which inspires the chocolates she makes. Be sure to 'like' them on Facebook for the latest updates and specials.

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To The Moon Marketplace

2205 Wilton Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(954) 564-2987
tothemoonmarketplace.com

This market is the place to go for those hard to find candies. They sell over 70 types of chocolate covered items and over 100 types of black licorice, all of which are hard to find. So if you are looking for a candy from your childhood you are almost certain to be able to find it here. Originally from Brooklyn, the owner, Antonio, makes sure that To The Moon Marketplace is always fully stocked with everything from nostalgic candy to gourmet foods and even greeting cards. Follow their social media accounts to learn more about this unique store: Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn and even YouTube.

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Key Largo Chocolates

100470 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037
(305) 453-6613
www.keylargochocolates.com

Key Largo Chocolates not only has a delicious assortment of chocolates but offers fudge and a variety of Key Lime flavored or inspired treats, like their frozen key lime pie on a stick. The store boasts being the, "only company in the Keys that manufactures, produces and sells the highest quality chocolates and key lime baked products delivered with the highest levels of service." The store is owned and operated by Master Chocolatier Kristie Thomas and her husband Bob, a former pilot. Head over to their Facebook page for more information and photos of all their treats.

Related: Best Candy Stores In South Florida

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Miami Candies

12400 S.W. 134th Court, Suite 9
Miami, FL 33186
(305) 233-5993
www.miamicandies.com

Whether it's novelty candies, gourmet candies, or even baking decor, Miami Candies has all things sweet available in their store. You don't even have to leave your house to check out this store with their virtual store and images providing a complete insider look into the store. Ideal for those baking treats they even have a link on their site that allows you to search their candy by color! Stay up to date on this wonderful candy store by following their social media: Twitter, Instagram, Google +, and of course, Facebook.

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SugarMan Candy

1720 N.W. 20th St.
Miami, FL 33142
(305) 982-8553
www.sugarmancandywholesale.com

Last but not least, SugarMan Candy has a huge selection of various candies sure to be a hit in any Easter basket. In addition to their original Miami location they also have two other stores in Florida located in Sunrise and further north in Tampa. In fact, while they sell online it's highly recommended to shop in one of their three stores as prices are slightly cheaper on 90% of our merchandise in-store locations. Check out their Facebook page for the latest specials and updates.

Related: Guide To S. Florida Easter Egg Hunts

Suzy Fielders is a working mom of a spirited 9 year old daughter. She has an MA in Communication Studies and BA in Psychology and Communications. She works in marketing/public relations, is a freelance writer and is very involved in the Winston-Salem community and arts & films scene.

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