I Spy: Foil-Wrapped Chocolates

This is the inaugural entry of a new blog series called I Spy!

There are so many special confections in our tiny little shop, it's impossible to take it all in at once. From imported licorice to Kentucky Bourbon Balls, "penny" candy to chocolate pretzels, each week we'll take a closer look at one of the sugary items that makes us purveyors of the most unusual and extensive variety of candies in town!

Perhaps the most iconic corner of the shop is the one lined in wicker baskets of all shapes and sizes, each the vessel of shiny, whimsical foil-wrapped chocolates. Coins, animals, flowers, characters, sports balls, cars, and airplanes immediately elicit smiles and squeals from children and adults alike! Many generations of candy lovers were introduced to chocolate in this magical area of the store, and have grown to remember them as beloved foiled treasures!

What makes these chocolates even more special? They're gourmet!

The Madelaine Chocolate Company of Rockaway Beach, NY is a small, family owned company that is almost as old as we are! Founded in 1949, just three years after Dundee opened its doors, Madelaine is a great example of the caliber of chocolatiers that we bring to Louisville; they're a small operation that is passionate about continuing a legacy and making a quality product- No waxes or unnecessary fillers, just pure silky chocolate. Their crayons, sneakers, coins, and seasonal selections are full of charm.

"Ideas moulded in to chocolate..." That's the philosophy behind our second foiled chocolate supplier, Storz Chocolates of Germany. Established in 1884, this family-owned company knows their chocolate! These candies are truly objects of the old world, and their unusual shapes and German stamping will make you feel as though you're browsing from a European market! Pirates, dogs, butterflies, airplanes, and snails are just a few of the treats you can enjoy from across the pond!

Remember... Our candies don't just look special, each has a story to tell!

Though many of our sweets are not made in Louisville, they do come from small, independent confectioners and chocolatiers from around the world... By shopping with us, not only are you supporting local business at home, you're ensuring that communities around the world have a local alternative to Hershey and Brachs as well!

Next time you're in the shop, try ordering one of the Storz goodies by its name in Deutsch!

Pirate/Pirat

Snail/Schnecke

Airplane/Flugzeug

Penguin/Pinguin

Butterfly/Schmetterling

Summer Party and Relaxation with Confectionary Style

Unless you bring a spoon, summer is not the time to venture outdoors with a chocolate treat!
Luckily, warm weather and sunshine always seem to inspire picnics and cookouts. Our taste buds crave the refreshing flavor of citrus and berry to satiate the sweet tooth, am I right?
Boston Fruits Slices, tangy and tart gummi fruit salad, salt water taffy, plump marzipan made of almond paste, and chocolate covered dried fruits (if you keep them in the shade!) make great desserts, and look summer-chic on a plate or in a bowl.
Going hiking? Camping? Roasted and salted mixed nuts and a variety of snack mixes are sure to keep you energized!
Here's a little picnic love to inspire your next gathering....


Sometimes it's just too hot to venture outdoors. Summer is a great time for introspection; grab a truffle, or in this case, a chocolate crayon, and jot down some thoughts at your desk with the AC on full blast!


As a Cancerian, I'm all too familiar with the beach themed birthday party. Use our sweedish fish, sour trout, salt water taffy, chocolate foil wrapped fish, and chocolate foiled pirates to decorate a table, fill a goodie bag, or put the finished touches on your cakes and cupcakes! Looking for chocolate seashells? Give us a week's notice and we'll whip up a batch just for you!

GET CRAFTY WITH CANDY: You're at the beach and overcome with beachcomber's fever. You fill a bucket full of prized seashell finds and take them home with pride, only to find that they have no practical use here in Louisville, KY. For a beach themed dinner party or birthday, create a dynamite centerpiece, or adorable placeholders, using these directions:

1. Boil shells to remove bacteria.
2. Use a food-safe clear coat to seal the shell and give it some shine.
3. Place a dessert truffle or handful of colorful gummies in the concave underside of the shell and sit at each place setting for dessert, or make an arrangement in the middle of the table.
4. Wow your guests with your creativity and discerning candy palate!