We’ve got the sweet tooth hook-up you’ve been looking for. Here’s a quick list of the best places to get your candy kick, whether you’re planning a party or stocking the pantry. This is also a great opportunity to get your hands on candy for Halloween, birthday parties, Valentine’s Day, Easter, Christmas – basically ANY occasion!
Tasko Sweets
Whether you’re looking for nostalgic candy or just a wide selection of sweets to choose from, Tasko Sweets is just the place to visit! Trust us, you won’t want to leave one of these sweet shops, there’s so many delicious treats in store. There’s something for all tastes and budgets. We even got our hands on the popular Flamin’ Hot Cheetos from America. Visit their website to shop their online store if you don’t have a branch near you.
Details: https://taskosweetsonline.co.za/ | taskosweetsqueries@gmail.com | https://taskosweetsonline.co.za/parallax-shop/storelocator/
Dicks Sweets
Since 1938, the family-run Dicks Sweets has manufactured nougat, fudge, Turkish delight, boilings, coconut ice, honeycomb and novelty candies. Dicks Sweets was so in demand that the family decided to open a shop in Montreux (pretty much Northcliff) to cater to the public. Their prices are super low and you can buy in bulk as well. It’s also a great place to find nuts that won’t break the bank.
Details: http://www.dickssweets.co.za/ | http://www.dickssweets.co.za/retail_outlet.html
Sunrise Sweet Markets
Not just another sweet store in Johannesburg, Sunrise Sweets in the West Rand and Pretoria also sells party supplies (think Minions paper plates and party horns). But let’s stick to the good stuff for now. Sunrise Sweets stocks almost every kind of candy you can think of. From shoestring jellies to pink lemonade-flavoured Zombie Chews, they’ve got you covered. And what about chocolate? Oh, yes they have that too!
Click here for more information.
Lindt Chocolate Boutique
No list of candy shops in Joburg is complete without a trip to the Lindt Chocolate Boutique in Sandton. It’s crazy to think that something which started in 1879 in the Bernese Alps of Switzerland has made its way to the edge of Africa. Either way, we’re glad to be able to dabble in the smoothest, silkiest and most chocolatiest chocolate around. Get your fill of Lindt goodness at their flagship store in Sandton City. There you can find all things Lindt, from their chocolate balls to chilli chocolate slabs.
Details: https://lindtonlineshop.co.za/ | https://www.lindt.co.za/stores.
Creative Sweets Factory Store
Established in 2002, Creative Sweets is a family-run business with the goal of providing top-quality confectionery products to South African consumers. They import and distribute items such as sweets, biscuits, chocolates and novelty toys both produced locally and internationally. Creative Sweets is currently the exclusive import agents for Gum-Bo Ballz, Bebeto, Zed Candy, Oatfield Confectionery, Goudas Gilde and King brands in South Africa.
Details: http://creativesweets.co.za/ | info@creativesweets.co.za .
Sweet Depot
If you can’t find it in your local grocery store, then you’ll definitely find it at Sweet Depot in Crown City. We’d never heard of this area (apparently it’s just around the corner from Fordsburg and Selby), but we’ll definitely check it out since this hypermarket sounds ‘sweet’. They have everything from biscuits, chewy candy, chocolates and imported goodies to novelty sweets, toffees, chips, marshmallows, liquorice, lollipops and much more. Talk about a sugar overload!
Details: 011 830 0538 | 8 Discovery Road, Crown Mines.
Geldof Chocolatiers
Geldof Chocolatiers is the perfect spot to get your chocolate fix. They make everything from Easter eggs to chocolate Santas and truffles. Luckily, they have a factory outlet in Fourways and Meadowvale, which stocks all their delicious products at wholesale prices. Tip: ring the doorbell a few times before giving up – they are often busy in the back making chocolate like a team of Oompa Loompas. Just be careful, you’ll want to buy everything in there!
Details: https://geldhofchocolates.com/ | Locations | Facebook Page.
Beyers Chocolate Factory Shop
This is another one for our chocoholics – you can stock up on your favourite Beyers Chocolates at their factory sweet shop in Kempton Park. Just imagine having your own stash of Sweetie Pies, Amarula chocolates, truffles, caramel stars and much more! Seriously, this couldn’t hurt.
Details: https://www.beyerschocolates.com/ | https://www.beyerschocolates.com/store-locator/.
Wedgewood Emporium
Wedgewood is a beloved nougat brand that’s also proudly South African. Visit their new emporium in Parkhurst to experience the sweeter side of life! Gilly Waters – a devoted wife and mother, and ingenious nougat maker, pioneered the Wedgewood brand. A family run business, it is a fine example of proud South African artisanry. Gilly’s recipes are still used to make the brand’s array of confections. From her iconic nougat biscuits, to newer products such as honey nougat ice creams, all of Wedgewood’s outputs are made with absolute love and care.
Details: https://www.wedgewoodnougat.co.za/ | Location.
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