By Keenan Lampe Photo by Adam Schwartz
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he new semester is now in full swing and romance is all around. It sounds like it’s a perfect time to take full advantage of yet another economical treasure Madison has to offer. Whether you are looking for the perfect finish to a date, a new place to hit the books or just a snack while out and about, Campus Candy has what you need. This modern candy shoppe, located on State Street, has been delighting college students since Halloween 2010. Regardless of age, the instant your senses are greeted with the sight and smell of 415 different candy bins, it is almost impossible to not transform into a giddy child. Even if you are able to resist the initial urge to skip and jump, gazing upon the novelty candy creations, such as a 27 pound gummy bear, will surely put a silly grin on your face. Just like our favorite stores from “back in the day,” Campus Candy carries all the best candy in bulk. Every variety sells for $2.89 per quarter pound, but this sugary wonderland has been
designated “Deal of the Month” for what it has that your beloved store did not: frozen yogurt. Frozen yogurt on its own is not something to go crazy about. When it tastes delicious and only costs 49 cents per ounce, excitement is justified. Now, if it is affordable, enjoyable and endlessly customizable, that practically warrants a banquet in the yogurt’s honor. In my opinion, this chilled treat at Campus Candy is very deserving of a celebration. Students can select toppings from any of the 415 candy bins in the store, still for only 49 cents per ounce. Customers become artists with an endless palette at their disposal to sculpt edible masterpieces. My visit to the store with two companions resulted in three very different creations. For around $4, one friend combined French vanilla and chocolate frozen yogurt topped with candy “bacon” strips, sour patch watermelons and pomegranate Jelly Belly jelly beans to make a nice snack. In the $6 range, I crafted a filling dessert using watermelon cooler yogurt as my base with chocolate toffee crunch and chocolate