FOOD & DRINK
Sweet Somethings
Rho dy-m a de co nfe ct i o n s to t h r i l l yo u r Va lentin e or level u p a wed d in g recep tion By Patty J
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edding favors are an ageold tradition, from 16th centur y French aristocracy gifting their g uests perfume and tiny boxes of bonbons to the dipped chocolates, peppermint patties, and even hot cocoa bombs following today’s nuptials. Send your g uests off on a sweet note or treat your loved ones to favors with local flavor from these eight Rhode Island makers.
A Piece o f C a ke Situated on Post Road, this dessert studio is a destination for custom cakes, but their smaller treats aren’t to be trifled with. Cookie dough is offered by the cup, with five flavors and over a dozen toppings. Order batches of the classics like bonbons and chocolate bars or contemporary bites like cake pops as parting gifts for your wedding attendees. Warwick, APieceOfCakeRI.com
A ndre’z D i ppe d A nd D rizzled
Awesom e Swe et s You’ll be happy to hear that this nut-free bakery carries allergen-friendly hot cocoa bombs, in small and large sizes, with mini marshmallows. Nothing proclaims your fondness for someone like a box of chocolates, and here you’ll find a nice variety of morsels to consider, with fillings of lemon, peppermint cream, caramel, and beyond. Pawtucket, AwesomeSweetsBakery.com
Chocolate D e l i c a cy For small-batch sweets that are thoughtfully made, Chocolate Delicacy is a must. Wedding favors are the perfect way of expressing Ocean State love on your big day, and they make it so easy with lighthouse, lobster, and quahog
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Hauser Chocolatier Peppermint patties from Seacoast Sweets
Photo (top) by Theresa Oliver, courtesy of Hauser, (bottom) courtesy of Seacoast Sweets
Open since 2015, this chocolate cafe is the perfect stop for spoiling your significant other on Valentine’s Day. Opt for their signature large and loaded (with toppings) apples, or for wedding favors, choose from white chocolate-covered strawberries, mini bride and groom dipped pretzels, and Oreos are always after-dinner winners. North Providence, AndrezDippedAndDrizzled.com