The Candy Store’s Fan Club Contest
July 5, 2010
We recently had a contest on The Candy Store’s Facebook page, where we asked our fans to tell us why they should be President of our fan club. We announced the winners (there was a tie) at our 3rd anniversary party a couple of weeks ago and presented them with delicious candy prizes. We got so many wonderful submissions, and wanted to share just a few of our favorites with you:
| Â | From Cathy C: |
| Â | I think I’m the Candy Store’s biggest fan because I don’t think you could find someone who loves candy more than me (other than you and Brian.) I love candy and sweets so much that at my wedding I insisted on having a wedding cake, a dessert buffet AND a candy bar that was provided by The Candy Store! I still remember the first time I walked by the store March or April 2007 and when I first walked by it was closed (it was the evening) and I was like “WHAT IS THIS PLACE! It’s a candy wonderland.” I went back the next day when you were open and I felt like I’d stepped back in time, back to my childhood, only an even better childhood than the one I’d had, a childhood where stores like yours existed on every corner and you could go every afternoon and literally buy happiness with a few dollars. I love that that is what your store brings to the neighborhood and I hope you open one up in the Richmond soon. I love every piece of candy you’ve got in the store and I think I’ve sampled them all. I feel like your store is literally the happiest place on earth. Happy third anniversary! I’m so happy for you and I’m so happy that I’ve been able to watch and partake in the growth these past three years!!
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| Â | From Jonathan: |
|  | The Candy Store is a happy little turquoise paradise. When I walk in, I am surrounded by dozens of jars of bright, colorful candy from across the globe. Local? Gluten-free? Organic? Not available outside of Japan? They’ve got it. Each selection is hand-picked by the Candy Store’s team of candy experts who have taken the time to learn the origin and ingredients of each candy. Diane has a PhD in candy and the uncanny ability to tailor recommendations based on each customer’s personal candy preferences. Liana adds her keen sense of style and will arrange your candy into an elegant and tasty gift. Brian makes kick-ass brittle. For the past three years, San Francisco has been a little happier thanks to the Candy Store. Congratulations on 3 years. See you tomorrow!     |
| Â | From Cathy B: |
|  | OK I’ll play your game D. I’m your biggest fan and I’ll tell you why. Not only did you and your store become family to me when I was new in the ‘hood, my kid is basically 1/2 chocolate raisin – and you were my crack dealer during those 9 months. I love that you guys are passionate about what you’re pushing, stock everything I grew up on and listen to your repeat clients (i.e. getting rid of those organic choc raisins in favor of the processed ones cos they just taste better that way). I’m such a fan I get my friends to hand-deliver me Brian’s coconut brittle and Summerdown mints when I’m 100 miles away. Watch out for that P&L statement of yours, it’s gonna take a mean incline – we’re moving back in 2 weeks. Can’t believe it’s been a year since your last birthday! Love yer guts!    |
| Â | From Jen: |
|  | I want to submit to be the President of the Candy Store Fan Club!I love having Candy Store as an addition to the Polk Street shops. Of course, I totally adore the candy, but I love how it’s become a gathering place — it’s always fun to walk in and chat with you and Brian and Liana, take friends there, or pick up little treats for the people I love. I really appreciate your passion for the candy, and the things that I’ve learned from going in over the past three years.  Â
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| Â | From Abby (6 years old): |
|  | I am The Candy Store’s biggest fan because… I get to write my name in the book and I already know where The Candy Store is. I visit a lot. And they are very nice to me. And they let me take my time. I tell all my friends about The Candy Store. And my friends sometimes want to go there. I like the owners, and also Liana. I go to a lot of other candy stores, but this one is the best!   Â
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| Â | From Krista: |
|  | How do I tell Nick I love him? Zaanse licorice. How do I tell Nick Happy Birthday and that he’ll always be a kid at heart? Candy legos.How do I say, “sorry babe”? Monkey heads…he can never stay mad when he wears a smile that big. How do I make up for not cooking? Fried egg gummies for brunch. How do I tell Nick to have a safe and happy trip? A turtle, snagx, pig tail, wine gum, monkey head, coke bottle medley with a side of lavender candy.Â
Why do I love The Candy Store? It’s a part of my sweet romance. Â
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