Every once in a while, you’ve got to treat yourself. And when that time comes, there’s no better way to treat yourself than by embarking on the sweetest road trip in Mississippi! We’ve done all the research and mapped out a route to six chocolate shops scattered throughout the state. All you have to do is gas up the car and prepare for a palate-pleasing adventure.
At 736 miles, the road trip will take about 12-1/2 hours – roundtrip.
google.com Of course, you can always change the route to suit your needs or time constraints. To alter the map, click here.
- Margarete’s Fine Chocolates (Tupelo)
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Margarete’s Fine Chocolates/Google This Tupelo sweet shop has been satisfying sweet tooths since 1996. Visit today, and you’ll find a selection of fine gourmet chocolate as well as an array of chocolate-covered confections, including chocolate-covered strawberries. One of Margarete’s best sellers, the chocolate-covered strawberries are whipped up daily, using a variety of chocolates. For more information, click here.
- Indianola Pecan House (Indianola)
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Indianola Pecan House/Facebook This may not be a typical chocolate shop, but a visit is sure to make your sweet tooth go nuts. A longtime favorite, Indianola Pecan House carries pecans as well as an array of other nuts – all of which have been sweetened up in some way. Of course, pecans reign supreme and come in just about every way imaginable – from pralines and pies to fruit cake, cookies, and more. For more information, click here.
- Nandy’s Candy (Jackson)
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Nandy’s Candy/Facebook Confection perfection awaits at Nandy’s Candy, which has been Jackson’s go-to candy store since 1980. Though not huge, the shop is stuffed to the brim with sweets of all sorts, including a variety of handcrafted chocolates. Divinity, pralines, fudge, and candy and caramel apples are also part of the sweet selection – and just like the chocolates, are all made on-site. For more information, click here.
- La Passion Artisan Chocolates (Gulfport)
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La Passion Artisan Chocolates/Google La Passion Artisan Chocolates may be one of Mississippi’s newer chocolatiers, but that doesn’t make it any less worthy of a visit. Sure to delight, the sweet shop specializes in hand-crafted chocolates, which are made using nostalgic flavors with modern twists. For more information, click here.
- Coast Candymakers (Gulfport)
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Island View Casino Resort/Facebook Coast Candymakers is part of the Island View Casino Resort; however, it’s located right next to the resort, which means you don’t have to battle resort crowds when visiting. And you’ll definitely want to visit, as the quaint shop is brimming with delectable sweets, including traditional chocolates and chocolate-dipped goodies. For more information, click here.
- Candy Cottage (Ocean Springs)
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The Candy Cottage & Gourmet/Facebook Candy Cottage carries an incredible selection of sweets and treats. In addition to old-fashioned candies and homemade confections, like pralines and fudge, there are handmade chocolates and chocolate-covered treats, including chocolate-covered potato chips and pretzels. For more information, click here.
So, did you know about these chocolate shops? Ever visited any of them? Did we miss your favorite sweet spot? Tell us!
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Of course, you can always change the route to suit your needs or time constraints. To alter the map, click here.
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Margarete’s Fine Chocolates/Google
This Tupelo sweet shop has been satisfying sweet tooths since 1996. Visit today, and you’ll find a selection of fine gourmet chocolate as well as an array of chocolate-covered confections, including chocolate-covered strawberries. One of Margarete’s best sellers, the chocolate-covered strawberries are whipped up daily, using a variety of chocolates. For more information, click here.
Indianola Pecan House/Facebook
This may not be a typical chocolate shop, but a visit is sure to make your sweet tooth go nuts. A longtime favorite, Indianola Pecan House carries pecans as well as an array of other nuts – all of which have been sweetened up in some way. Of course, pecans reign supreme and come in just about every way imaginable – from pralines and pies to fruit cake, cookies, and more. For more information, click here.
Nandy’s Candy/Google
Nandy’s Candy/Facebook
Confection perfection awaits at Nandy’s Candy, which has been Jackson’s go-to candy store since 1980. Though not huge, the shop is stuffed to the brim with sweets of all sorts, including a variety of handcrafted chocolates. Divinity, pralines, fudge, and candy and caramel apples are also part of the sweet selection – and just like the chocolates, are all made on-site. For more information, click here.
La Passion Artisan Chocolates/Facebook
La Passion Artisan Chocolates/Google
La Passion Artisan Chocolates may be one of Mississippi’s newer chocolatiers, but that doesn’t make it any less worthy of a visit. Sure to delight, the sweet shop specializes in hand-crafted chocolates, which are made using nostalgic flavors with modern twists. For more information, click here.
Coast Candymakers/Google
Island View Casino Resort/Facebook
Coast Candymakers is part of the Island View Casino Resort; however, it’s located right next to the resort, which means you don’t have to battle resort crowds when visiting. And you’ll definitely want to visit, as the quaint shop is brimming with delectable sweets, including traditional chocolates and chocolate-dipped goodies. For more information, click here.
The Candy Cottage & Gourmet/Facebook
Candy Cottage carries an incredible selection of sweets and treats. In addition to old-fashioned candies and homemade confections, like pralines and fudge, there are handmade chocolates and chocolate-covered treats, including chocolate-covered potato chips and pretzels. For more information, click here.
This isn’t the only route your sweet tooth will love. Read about another here.
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