Edina High School sophomores never expected to eat worms when they walked into Mr. Cheng’s class one day last month. The activity corresponded to the locust harvest in the novel “Things Fall Apart.” Little did they know, the barbeque or cheese flavored worms were actually sold in a candy store new to Edina.
Alix in Candyland, located on 5400 France Avenue South, opened in August and has created quite a buzz for its intricate Alice in Wonderland themed interior. The store offers a delicious array of candy, including flavored insects. If you’re unsure of what to buy, EHS senior Tim Sheehan, an Alix in Candyland employee says he “really likes the green tea chocolate bars and mint espresso coffee beans.”
“Like” Alix in Candyland on Facebook and use the buzz words posted to get a discount on your delicious candy!
If your palette craves gelato, newly opened Pandolfi, located at 3904 West 50th Street, has you covered. The gelato is from a Michigan-based company called Palazzalo’s Artisan Gelato & Sorbetto, and Pandolfi offers 24 flavors of this seasonal gelato including flavors like blood orange or triple dark chocolate. In addition, the shop sells “cold and warm (seasonal) beverages, and a fun variety of toys, gifts, trinkets, etc.,” according to the website. For more information about Pandolfi, you can visit Pandolfico.com.
Take a break from studying and discover the sweetness in Edina! Whether it’s candy amidst a whimsical setting or artisan gelato, Alix in Candyland and Pandolfi can certainly satisfy your sweet tooth.