Ally’s Local Loves
I love passing along my local favorite finds to others, whether it’s a fabulous new restaurant, retail space, or even my go-to coffee shop (shout out to Summit Coffee in Davidson, NC!) It’s always nice to refer my clients and friends to my tried and true spots. I recently stumbled upon a little chocolate shop owned by two of the sweetest sisters, Caryl Leone and Regina McGrath. South Main Sweet Shop is quickly gaining a following, simply by referrals, from locals and tourists to the quaint Davidson area.
It’s so nice to go into a store where the children can head right for the wall of M&M’s and the adults can purchase some of the most delectable artisan chocolates available. The great thing about South Main Sweet Shop is you can come in to purchase a gift box already preassembled with seasonal treats, or stay and linger, choosing rich temptations of your choice. In the meantime you can learn all about the small batch designer truffles on display. There is something to be said for these unique, owner driven sweets that just calls you to savor each bite. Each sugary confectioner strives to obtain the freshest local, and most organic (when possible) ingredients to add to their recipe. Choosing only a select group of artisans, Caryl and Regina scoured to find the most eclectic mix of chocolates that each tell a story. In fact, they carry a line of gourmet truffles that were featured in the famous Hunger Games trilogy.
I love chocolate just like the next girl, however when you let one of these gourmet chocolates melt in your mouth it’s like drinking a fine wine. You know how you can always tell the difference between Two Buck Chuck from Trader Joe’s (which is no longer two bucks???) and an aged merlot? Same principal here with these incredible delights. One of my favorites was a caramel lavender truffle (it was gone so fast it didn’t make it into the pictures). The caramel was rich and gooey and was followed by a sweet note of lavender.
If you are looking to give a gift to someone or maybe you just need a special treat at the end of a long day, let South Main Sweet Shop be your answer. In my opinion, there is never a wrong time for chocolate.
Mention that you saw South Main Sweet Shop on our blog and receive a 10% discount off of your purchase. Tell Caryl and Regina the staff at AWD says hi as well!
South Main Sweet Shop
428 South Main Street, Suite A
Davidson, NC 28036
704.997.5767
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| Caryl Leone and Regina McGrath |
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| L to R: Dark chocolate with chili spice and Passion Fruit (caramel with tropical passion fruit) |
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| L to R: Rosemary (caramel with fresh rosemary in dark chocolate shell) and French Champagne (milk chocolate ganache with fresh champagne) |
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| Pre-made chocolate assortments |
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| L to R: Earl Grey Tea dark chocolate shell, Pumpkin (milk chocolate ganache with pumpkin spice and pumpkin pie spice, Port with Fig & Plum (milk chocolate ganache, port wine, brown sugar, honey, and cinnamon in a dark chocolate shell) |
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| Many chocolate bars featured at South Main Sweet Shop are from equal trade artisan chocolate makers |
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| A wall full of retro candy to tickle any adult’s tastebuds |
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| A special room just for a wall of bulk candy and bulk bin |
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| The perfect stocking stuffers |
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| Does it get any better then a salty potato chip covered in milk chocolate? |
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| Nostalgic and fun soda kept ice cold |
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