Pete Matangos has the best candy in the area! He is so nice,…read morefunny, and the perfect person to deal with the public!! Whenever I travel to see my family I always try to stop in for some Venetian Mints to bring to Seattle. They are a big hit! Thank you, Pete for your wonderful store! Louise Bianco

Chocolate Perfection…read more This chocolate is pure bliss. The texture is smooth, and the flavor was rich and deeply satisfying, with a perfect balance of sweetness. You can taste the love and care in every bite--simple, pure, and absolutely delightful. Their chocolate covered cherries are incredible!!

I recently participated in Georgie Lou's Retro Candy's 6th Annual Sweetheart Stroll, and while this…read moremay have been their sixth time hosting it, it was my first time even hearing about it. I immediately corrected that mistake by buying a ticket the moment I saw the event posted--and then started counting down the days. The concept alone sold me: a ticketed, adults-focused stroll through downtown Carlisle, with participating small businesses offering tastings, experiences, treats, and deals. Sweethearts of all kinds were welcome--couples, besties, gal pals--and dressing in red and pink for Valentine's vibes was strongly encouraged. Say less. Ticketing was super easy, and Georgie Lou's did a fantastic job with pre-event communication, especially via social media. One post in particular deserves a shout-out: a reminder to bring a bag to carry your treats. This is something I absolutely would not have thought about until I was awkwardly shoving sweet treats into my coat pockets. I came prepared with a small reusable shopping bag (pink, obviously), and by the end of the stroll it was completely full of sweets, trinkets, and purchases. Meanwhile, others were struggling with overflowing pockets alongside gloves, hats, maps, and life regrets. Lesson learned. Excellent advice! I found parking around 1pm and headed to Georgie Lou's to check in and grab my materials. The staff were incredibly friendly, checked my name off the list, and sent me on my way with a Map of Hearts, a button identifying me as an official 2026 Sweetheart Stroller, and a small sweet treat to kick things off. I also took some time to explore the shop itself--my first visit--and wow! They have managed to pack an impressive amount of nostalgic goodness into a small space. Total blasts from the past, plus candies I'd never seen before. Super fun shop! From there, the stroll itself was a delight. Georgie Lou's clearly put a lot of care into coordinating participating businesses, and it showed. Most spots offered sweet treats, discounts, or special offerings, but every single business was warm, welcoming, and happy to have folks stopping in. Even though I've done a few downtown Carlisle walk-style events before, I still discovered shops I'd never been in--and every purchase I made that day was from a place I was visiting for the first time. That alone feels like a win. Overall, this was a fantastic way to spend a few hours on a very chilly January Saturday. It got me out of the house, walking downtown, supporting local businesses, and discovering gems I usually zoom past while driving from Point A to Point B. I had such a great time that I jokingly asked if I could pre-register for next year... apparently that's "not a thing yet." Fine. I'll wait. :) This has officially been added to my annual tradition list. Great event, great execution, great vibes. Well done, Georgie Lou's!

Great nostalgic candy shop...lots of unique inventory! Definitely a great gift spot for people of…read moreall ages.

Been shopping here for over 50 years. Go to for quality baking/cooking ingredients. Vast array of…read moredelicious goodies. Chocolates, nuts and novelty candy and treats. Carry quality goodies U won't find elsewhere. Supporting a family business feels good too.

Best place to find unusual candies and candies from your past. Peanut butter and nuts are here and…read moregreat choices. Best place for your Easter basket finds and all year round for healthy choices as well. Love coming here. Best variety.

I think you should stay away from this establishment. I especially recommend that you stay away on…read moreSaturdays when fresh pastries and other delights are available. I'm not being selfish; I'm simply concerned about your health LOL Wow. Just wow. I'm not sure where to begin with the superlatives. My companion and I paid our first visit on a recent Saturday morning. She had heard about the almond croissants and wanted to drop in and try one. It was all over once we entered the store and I was grateful to finally pry her away! This quaint little shop is tucked away in a mainly residential area a few blocks off Jonestown Road in Colonial Park. The shop is utterly immaculate, and from what we could see the production area was also spotless. The young man working the counter was very friendly and quite patient as my companion bounced from item to item, adding to our quickly burgeoning order. I finally managed to stop her and we escaped with an almond croissant, a butter croissant (mine), a bacon and Swiss quiche, and two wonderfully crafted desserts. I would have included a photo of the butter croissant, but I devoured it before we left our parking space. The photos are of one of the desserts--now long gone!--and the bacon and Swiss quiche, which I am savoring as I post this review. The quiche shell is basically perfect and the bacon is generously portioned and good sized, thick bits. Just wow. Frederic Loraschi Chocolate is absolutely worth a visit. Ever single aspect of our visit was superb, and I know we'll be back repeatedly. HIGHLY recommend. Do note that baked goods are only available on Saturdays, and the shop closes at noon on Saturday.

Wow! Heard about how great this place is and their croissants on Saturday... CLOSED?! Maybe stay…read moreopen till 4pm? so people travelling to you out of the area can enjoy.

The smell of the most delectable warm chocolate tickles the nose immediately. The staff greeted us…read moreand directed us to exactly the items I needed to complete the Mother's Day shopping. I selected the caramels, bridge mix, quail eggs (chocolate covered caramels- YUM!), and a small selection of truffles. I even picked up a few items for myself.

This place is amazing. These days when know one knows anything the shoppe they work in, the…read moresalespeople at Macris chocolates know their chocolate. I so wish I lived closer (well maybe not -I would eat too much chocolate). It reminds me when I was a boy at The Chocolate Twist in Bonwit Village (Commack) NY.

I love this place! Once again I forgot to take pictures. I went in on a mission this rainy cold…read moreday.... soup. I was NOT disappointed. It's like they knew! Haha...but seriously they had so many options I struggled to choose. Ultimately, I landed on the pot pie. It does not disappoint. Now I'm home wrapped in a blanket enjoying this delicious dinner. Staff here is always so nice. It's easy to get to, and has easy parking.

Our favorite local farm store. We love their produce...delicious. Staff is always friendly and…read moreextremely helpful. Seasonal decorations and plants are also a staple purchase for us. We love to just walk around and take in all the sights. A true Mechanicsburg treasure.

What a great locally owned store with a large variety of food staples and Eastern European…read moredelicacies at reasonable prices. The owner John is very personable, knowledgeable and friendly. He truly enjoys his customers and is dedicated to an excellent customer experience. We love to visit the store and always find a wide variety , excellent quality at reasonable prices. The breads are fantastic! Can't wait until our next visit to see what's new. We definitely recommend supporting this small business!

This is a very interesting place! Food from all over the world. Excellent chocolates! Items you…read morecan't get except for here!. Owner is very helpful and will explain anything you need to know about the product . I will be visiting again soon.

I hadn't noticed this candy shop until today. I decided to get my wife and son a treat. Maybe me…read moretoo. It's a small store with a nice selection of chocolates. Some made locally and some from Europe. They have a plant based selection as well as truffles, and other treats. I do think it's a bit expensive and that's why I gave it four stars instead of five. The worker was very nice and helpful. Probably a good place for presents.

If you're looking for a unique gift for a chocolate lover this place is great. They source…read morechocolate from all over the world and make some extremely interesting truffles. I had a pecan cluster that was about the perfect combination of the right bitterness of a darker chocolate with caramel and pecans. I would stop in again just to grab one of these. They're just off of Market St in Camp Hill and it's easy to miss as the building is tiny. We definitely will be back in and check out their sister store in Mechanicsburg downtown.

Sharon was easy to communicate with. She quoted a couple different cakes for me. She delivered the…read morecake. The cake (pound cake) was so delicious. The frosting was too sweet for me but I understand that that's what is used to decorate it. Going to post the inspiration and Sharon's cake for comparison. I chose to do the cake in buttercream frosting for a cheaper option. She can do fondant though!

I have known Sharon for years and cannot day enough great things about her and her business…read more Love her!