Economy Candy
Economy Candy is a candy store in the Lower East Side New York City. It was established in 1937. The managers are the Cohen family.
Serious Eats described Economy Candy as the craziest and best candy store in New York City.
The store celebrated its 85th anniversary in July 2022.
Economy Candy stocks many branded candies, including older brands which are difficult to find elsewhere.
The Cohen family who owns the store also has a history of themselves working at the store.
In February 2023 the store announced its first expansion location, which will be in the Chelsea Market.
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References
- ^ Soto, Kaly (28 October 2010). "Candy of All Stripes, in Stores in New York City". The New York Times.
- ^ Falkowitz, Max (9 August 2018). "A Tour of Economy Candy, the Best and Craziest Candy Store in NYC". Serious Eats.
- ^ Weaver, Shaye (29 July 2022). "Economy Candy is throwing a block party to celebrate 85 years in business". Time Out New York.
- ^ Nadelson, Reggie (28 December 2021). "A New York Sweet Shop Out of Childhood Dreams". The New York Times.
- ^ Berger, Joseph (2 September 2004). "Trendiness Among the Tenements". The New York Times.
- ^ Orlow, Emma (3 February 2023). "New York Icon Economy Candy Is Expanding for First Time in Nearly 90 Years". Eater NY.