What a hidden gem! All kinds of old Timey candy and some great ice cream. The people that own the…read moreshopper is nice it can be and they run it seven days a week. If you like sweets, you definitely need to check this

This place will satisfy your craving for sweets. They have ice cream, sorbet, soda floats, sundaes,…read moremalts, chocolate-covered nuts and chocolate-covered pretzels, old-fashioned candy, taffy, fudge, gummies, licorice gum, root beer, sodas and a whole lots of other sugary treats. It's a candy and snack joint! You will definitely find something for everyone here. Hoosier Cupboard is located in downtown Franklin, in a cute little house that also looks like a train depot. Across the way is some sort of train thing, so I'm sensing a theme. My children got an ice cream cone (Blue Moon) and a scoop of chocolate ice cream in a cup. They have kids' sizes, which is appreciated. I am not an ice cream person, so I got two hand-dipped peanut butter cups, one for each hand: one milk chocolate, and the other dark chocolate. Both were delicious! We ate our treats at a table on the outdoor patio. There is lots of outdoor seating, and zero indoor seating. So, your options are to sit outside or get your goodies to go. The people who work here are polite and patient, which is also appreciated. You know how it goes when you visit a sweets shop with kids -- they can't make up their mind about what they want. But the people behind the counter were very kind and waited with the utmost patience while my children made their decision about which ice cream flavor to choose.

wow wow WOW! this was such a cute blast into the past…read more First, you hear that iconic storefront bell ring when you walk in. Then, you see rows, islands, and walls of candies and sodas. You can find classics like Necco, or new things like spicy gummy bears and ranch-flavored pop.. I was most impressed with the *treasure chest* full of cotton candy. From chamoy pineapple to Dr. Pepper (I do not recommend) -- there were so many options!! Out of everything I tried, the gummy sushi platters were my all-time favorite! But I highly recommend picking up something new to go along with it... just make sure it isn't the Chocolate Bacon soda or Salted Black Licorice. I'd only wish those on my enemy :)

Whenever my lil buddy comes to spend time with me, we have to explore things together. It's a must…read more Rocket fizz and I have a wonderful relationship as it always carries some of my old school favorite candies and when my grandbaby mentioned he wanted to try rock candy, I knew exactly where to take him too. Rocket fizz has 2 locations that I am familiar with. One in Plainfiekd and one in Downtown Indy. I love both locations but downtown on the circle was our choice. When the monument isn't under construction I love walking the steps. We parked a block away and walked back. And once inside we were in candy heaven. We spent alot of time perusing. Because their were so many choices it was hard for my grandson to decide until the store clerk mentioned she just made some grab bags. Excited he was. They were pricey but it was for the fun of it all for him. It has been a while since we've gone but he still talks about our visit. And for me, the memories are worth every dollar spent.

I stopped at Natalie's to pick up some candy for my granddaughter (well maybe me). Natalie's is the…read morecolorful candy shop near the end of Terminal B at Indy's International Airport. I liked the front display that features Indiana based products, mostly chocolate. I saw DeBrands, Wolf's and a few others that were new to me. The shop also carries a wall of colorful jellied candies and beans that sell by the ounce. I saw a shelf of vintage candies including Neccos. People came in quickly and picked something up and checked out. Not me. I studied each candy carefully and looked at ingredients before finally selecting some Abbott's Dark Chocolate Abbott's is made in South Bend, Indiana. I like to support the home team. Check out as quick and easy. The clerk was airport friendly efficient.

Candy store near the gates at the end of terminal B. They have all kinds of things from European…read moreCandy, to all of the standards here in America. In addition, they have nuts and drinks. They also have a pick your own section where you can scoop out for $1.79 an ounce any kind of candy you want chocolates and other candies that are not available in bags. Pretty pricey, but for an airport candy store. It's not too bad. The girl at the counter was friendly and quick understanding that many of her customers have to get somewhere fast.

I love Orange Leaf style froyo. And it's gets harder to find all the time. But Ella's has it!…read moreFriendly staff, great flavors, and a cute shop. Definitely worth the stop.

My grandkids love this place. They like that can put what ever they won't on their frozen yogurt…read more We like this place since they have dairy free options. It's great to pay for the bowl and fill it you ! We will be back.

My first visit was honestly underwhelming but I would love to return still! I got four small bites…read moreas a treat and gift. I put them in the fridge until we ate them, so maybe that made them a little harder. The ones I chose tasted sugary over rich unique flavor, which is more what I expected. There's such a wide range to choose from so I would love to try more items!

First: the great. OMG fabulous chocolate OMG nomnomnomnom smoky black-strap caramels cloaked in…read morecreamy milk chocolate with sea salt peanut butter truffle perfect smoky toffee omnomnomnom... Next: the slightly less-so. Ambience was... sparse. Run-down. It reminded me of old artist squats in vacant warehouses, in my early college years... mostly, I think it's a studio space for the chocolatier to practice her art. Still, she served us a tray of chocolates and a cappuccino (the coffee beans were a bit acidic for my taste, but so nice to have a cappuccino with chocolate...) Anyhow, the shop owner mentioned that she has a shop on her website. I recommend her chocolate wholeheartedly.

I consider myself an ice cream snob. My expectations are high and I know homemade ice cream when I…read moresee it. Heartland Homemade is located in an unassuming strip mall (which happens to also have one of my favorite Mexican places in it) so I spotted it and had to make a stop. I chose two small scoops--one blueberry cheesecake and one lemon (maybe it was lemon cream pie?) The very nice young men working said it would be a good combo and they were so right. I truly loved this ice cream and I plan to go back very soon to try more flavors. The ice cream was delicious and creamy, the flavor profiles were on point, and portions and prices were great. I'd post a picture but I forgot. I'll be back. Probably tomorrow. :)

Some places earn a five-star review after one visit…read more Heartland made me come back three times before I finally sat down to write one...and honestly, that's because I kept forgetting to take pictures. I first discovered Heartland's ice cream truck during a neighborhood yard sale. It was parked near the community pool on a hot afternoon, and I figured I'd grab a quick scoop before moving on. Then I spotted Blueberry Cheesecake and Lemon Cream Cookie on the menu. Decision made. While ordering, we chatted with the gentleman at the window and learned they make many of the key ingredients that go into their ice cream. The blueberry flavor actually includes pieces of homemade cheesecake, and the lemon cream cookie has real pieces mixed right in. After one bite, I immediately regretted not taking a picture because I knew I wanted to tell people about this place. Nearly a year later, we finally visited the storefront. I walked in thinking about exactly one thing: that blueberry and lemon combination I'd been craving ever since. I ordered it again...dug right in...and, somehow, forgot to take pictures again. Fast forward to this week. I discovered they sell a Blueberry Lemon Ice Cream Cake. Are you kidding me? My two favorite flavors, from my favorite ice cream shop, layered into a cake? There was no way I was missing it. I'm trying not to sound dramatic here, but if someone told me I could only have one dessert for the rest of my life...this would honestly be my choice. The blueberry and lemon complement each other perfectly, the cake is incredibly moist, and every bite reminded me why I've been thinking about this place for the past year. If you're looking for another chain ice cream shop, keep driving. If you want homemade ice cream made with care--and flavors you'll still be talking about months later--support this local gem. Just don't be surprised if you forget to take pictures because you're too busy eating.

While I love having a shop with chocolates nearby, I'm not typically the biggest fan of chains, and…read morethe prices here are sky high. They do have individual chocolates available by the pound, ice cream, and packaged/ gift chocolates. Last time I also saw some caramel apples covered in a variety of crazy sweet toppings. If you're desperate for some chocolate and on Mass Ave, go for it. I'll take it over grocery store shelves of chocolate, but be prepared to spend big for a tiny amount.

The peppermint ice cream drew me in from the Mass Ave sidewalk since that's my favorite ice cream…read moreflavor and usually a limited time treat. Kilwins is a chocolate or sweet lover's dream. Chocolate treats, ice cream, fudge you got it! There's also packaged treats that would make nice gifts. Spied a chocolate train that we thought our kiddo would love. The ice cream price was rich but didn't regret getting the strawberry ice cream with real strawberries. Service was incredibly kind and helpful. Venue bright and clean but didn't see any seating. That was ok with us as we needed to walk off the treats :)