Economy Candy
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| Industry | Confectionery sales |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1937 in New York City, New York, United States |
| Headquarters | United States |
Area served | United States |
| Products | Candies |
| Website | https://economycandy.com/ |
Economy Candy is a family-owned candy store on the Lower East Side of Manhattan in New York City which stocks numerous branded candies, including older brands which are difficult to find elsewhere.[1] It was established in 1937.[2] The store celebrated its 85th anniversary with a Block party in July 2022.[3] In February 2023, the store announced its first expansion location in the Chelsea Market.[4]
Serious Eats described Economy Candy as the craziest and best candy store in New York City.[5]
The Cohen family, who owns the store also has a history of themselves working at the store.[6]
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References
- ^ Nadelson, Reggie (28 December 2021). "A New York Sweet Shop Out of Childhood Dreams". The New York Times.
- ^ Soto, Kaly (28 October 2010). "Candy of All Stripes, in Stores in New York City". The New York Times.
- ^ Weaver, Shaye (29 July 2022). "Economy Candy is throwing a block party to celebrate 85 years in business". Time Out New York.
- ^ Orlow, Emma (3 February 2023). "New York Icon Economy Candy Is Expanding for First Time in Nearly 90 Years". Eater NY.
- ^ Falkowitz, Max (9 August 2018). "A Tour of Economy Candy, the Best and Craziest Candy Store in NYC". Serious Eats.
- ^ Berger, Joseph (2 September 2004). "Trendiness Among the Tenements". The New York Times.