I have a sweet tooth. In fact, sugar ranks as my favorite condiment and caramel is my favorite food group. Sprinkle that caramel with a little sea salt and I'm in Nirvana. So, imagine my excitement to hear of the FREE "Poppin' Time Snacker Tasting" this Saturday, October 23, from 1 - 4 pm at The Sugar Cube - one of OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA's sweetest sensations. Close your eyes and imagine this: Popcorn and mini-pretzels coated in peanut brittle and drizzled with chocolate. Let me repeat that. Slowly. Popcorn and mini-pretzels coated in peanut brittle and drizzled with choclolate. Ooooohhhh....who THINKS of these things? Rhetorical question because we all know the answer is The Sugar Cube! Know something ELSE they thought of - Signature Candy Buffets for your special event or party. Located at 210 N Lee Street in OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA, The Sugar Cube hosts a weekly sampling session every Saturday from 1-4pm. From every Jelly Belly known to mankind to artisan truffles to classic chocolates (including an impressive sugar-free selection of chocolates and candies), The Sugar Cube has something for everyone - including a fine assortment of nostalgic treats: Nik'l Nips, Candy Cigarettes, Pop Rocks and Necco Wafers...along with Moon Pies (try popping one in the microwave for a few seconds...yummy!), Salted Nut Rolls and Big Cherry. It's a veritiable dreamland for sophisticated candy lovers - a confectionary that focuses on quality product, independent producers, original flavors and beautiful presentation. Oh, and I have not even mentioned their scrumptious handmade Caramel Apples... So, one of these fine fall days when you find yourself wandering the streets of OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA, stop in at The Sugar Cube and treat yourself.
Sounds yummy! Your area looks lovely as well. Hopefully I can make it out there some day!
Oh my goodness you are making me hungry.. If I break my diet its your fault I fall of the wagon..
To bad Friday I am spending the rest of this year's salary at the dentist :-)
My teeth are aching just reading about this place, but my stomach is growling and mouth watering. Will have to check it out one of these days.
Christa: It is a great area to visit! Come see us!
Stacey: LOL...good thing you're not too close by...
Cindy: Oooh, that does not sound like fun, but I'm sure you'll appreciate it after it is done.
Chris Ann: Come to Old Town...we'll eat our way around town...LOL
OK Susan...now I am going to have a miniature snicker. This shop sounds great and next time I am in Old Town..I plan to buy something at The Sugar Cube. This must be a new shop?
Signature Candy Buffet???? I don't even know why I read your posts anymore - I always leave craving something! ;) Fantastic post, Susan for the Sugar Cube - sounds like they have a little bit of everything.
Rebecca: LOL..the miniature Snicker sounds very good! They have been around for a few years. It's one of those places you try not to remember TOO often.
Leesa: I was writing this thinking of giving a party just to have a candy buffet. That's just wrong. LOL
Susan - I know my boys would love the Sugar Cube in Old Town Alexandria, the name is great!
Susan, Yummm!!!!! This store sounds like a slice of heaven! And, you're making me hungry for something sweet. What a great localism post.
Elyse: Thanks! I'm just glad they aren't open late at night -- more importantly, don't deliver late at night when I'm craving a little something sweet.
Was it as wonderful as you made it sound? It must have been. I will have to give Carmel and salt a try, thanks for the sweet and salty idea.
Elizabeth: You know how you sometimes build up things in your mind, so the reality is never as good? This was NOT like that! LOL There is just something about sweet and salty...
You lost me when you started sprinkling sea salt on your caramel. That just sounds horrible! J
Jim: LOL...yeah, it doesn't sound as heavenly as it tastes. Trust me on this. ;-)
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