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Specialty Foods & Treats in NEPA

Northeastern PA’s specialty food shops and sweet spots serve handcrafted chocolates, pastries, and local favorites year-round. From bakeries and candy shops to gourmet markets, every visit celebrates creativity, culture, and the joy of great taste.
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A Guide to Specialty Foods & Treats in NEPA

Get ready to taste your way through Northeastern Pennsylvania’s sweetest shops and most flavorful markets. NEPA’s specialty food scene spans generations, from old-school bakeries and family delis to small-town ice cream parlors, international groceries and local healthfood stores. You’ll find handcrafted candies, signature pierogi, artisan breads, and farm-fresh dairy that make every stop a little more delicious. Whether you’re shopping for dinner or a special treat, these local favorites bring creativity and community to every bite.

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Michael Mootz Candies
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Beyond chocolate, NEPA’s bakers and markets shine with flavors that change with every season.

Seasonal Treats & Holiday Favorites

Each season in NEPA brings something new to savor. Warm up with homemade pies, breads, and chocolates in winter, then cool off with fresh ice cream and frozen desserts in summer. Come fall, pumpkin spice, cider doughnuts, and caramel apples take over local menus, while spring brings Easter candies, butter lambs, and baked goods made from family recipes. No matter the season, NEPA’s bakeries, chocolatiers, and specialty markets serve delicious traditions worth celebrating year after year.

Every visit supports the small businesses and family traditions that make Northeastern PA’s food scene so special.

Watch & Experience NEPA’s Sweet Side

Catch NEPA’s specialty food makers in action. From chocolate tempering to bread baking and ice cream churning, these videos highlight the people, process, and passion behind the region’s favorite treats.
A tray of freshly made chocolate peanut butter cups on display at Michael Mootz Candies and Creamery in Hanover Township, PA.
Plan Your Next Sweet Stop

Hungry for more? Explore our full list of specialty food shops and treat spots across Northeastern Pennsylvania, plan your next foodie stop, and bring home a taste of NEPA.