I noticed someone posted a thread about candy, so thought I would mention a business that my Grandparents opened in 1906. Next year will be the 100th anniversary of Sayklly's Candies in Escanaba, Michigan.
My Grandparents each immigrated to the United States in the 1890's, along with 1000's of others. They didn't know each other in the old country (Lebanon), but met through family members while here in the States.
Both settled in Upper Michigan and from what I understand, my Grandpa started a career in sales, along with his brother. He soon tired of being on the road constantly, remember these were the days before automobiles and mass transportation.
My Grandpa Sayklly opened a grocery store and confectionary on Ludington Street in Escanaba, Michigan in 1906. Besides the fresh fruits and groceries, he started hand-dipping chocolates, using recipes from his homeland.
The Candy Factory and the Confectionary have been family owned and operated since 1906. Perhaps you've tasted Sayklly's Candies. At one time they were available through Shopko stores and are still sold through a number of other outlets. They also help charity organizations with fund-raisers.
Check out the website at http://www.saykllys.com for a view of the various types of candies that are still hand-made.
Has anyone ever toured the jelly belly candy factory? Thinking of taking the kids this spring / summer.
I haven't ever toured it, but I want to someday. I got a pamphlet for it last year, but never went to it.
It's in Pleasant Prairie, and from what I know, there isn't much else around there. The road on it is even Jelly Belly related: it's located on 10100 Jelly Belly Lane.
The tour includes a train ride, snack bar, sample bar and much more.
It's in Pleasant Prairie, and from what I know, there isn't much else around there.
Just wondered Rob if you ever made it down to the jelly belly yet. If so, I hope you were surprised how much within a short driving distance there actually is to do. If you go straight back out 165 West. (not far from Jelly Belly) and go back to 94, you will come up on a ton of awesome outlet stores. If you travel alittle north on 94 to the next exit, you will find huge 2 mini golf/adventure land to spend time at.
If you go north from Jelly Belly on the same street (greenbay) just a short distance you will run right into the city of Kenosha which offers an abundance of things for you to do.
You are correct when you say there is nothing much by the Jelly Belly, at least in a walking distance, but get back in the car and there is plenty to do. Oh, did I mention that Andrea Park isn't to far and the beautiful Andrea Lake? Great for picnics, fishing, and they offer a nice beach area. Not sure if you have to pay a small fee for the beach if you are not a resident though...
If you need a list of places to go in the area just let me know since Kenosha is where I live and I love it.
As far as Jelly Belly, the best time to visit is when they are having their warehouse sales. Lots of great bargains.
Re: Candy factory and Confectionary nears 100 years
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Originally Posted by Basset_Lover
I noticed someone posted a thread about candy, so thought I would mention a business that my Grandparents opened in 1906. Next year will be the 100th anniversary of Sayklly's Candies in Escanaba, Michigan.
My Grandparents each immigrated to the United States in the 1890's, along with 1000's of others. They didn't know each other in the old country (Lebanon), but met through family members while here in the States.
Both settled in Upper Michigan and from what I understand, my Grandpa started a career in sales, along with his brother. He soon tired of being on the road constantly, remember these were the days before automobiles and mass transportation.
My Grandpa Sayklly opened a grocery store and confectionary on Ludington Street in Escanaba, Michigan in 1906. Besides the fresh fruits and groceries, he started hand-dipping chocolates, using recipes from his homeland.
The Candy Factory and the Confectionary have been family owned and operated since 1906. Perhaps you've tasted Sayklly's Candies. At one time they were available through Shopko stores and are still sold through a number of other outlets. They also help charity organizations with fund-raisers.
Check out the website at Saykllys Candy for a view of the various types of candies that are still hand-made.
No Jive!, this is some righteous chocolate.
Just looking through the catalog on their website has me drooling and jonesing.
It's not just sweets, the shopper can order mugs, t-shirts, flags, and other assorted chocolate paraphernalia. Is peanut brittle of your liking?...they have it, along with Yooper 100% pure maple syrup.
Enjoy some today! You'll be glad you did! Saykllys Candy
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