Hankering with a Sweet Tooth

Cute, Girly, and Sweet.

When I walked into the location of the Sweet Tooth Fairy in Provo (East Bay), those were the thoughts that crossed my mind. I had passed the Draper location several times, but I never had an opportunity to stop in. I enjoyed the simplicity of the shop set up, and from what the girl was saying they were in the middle of a remodel as well. I love shops like this because they aren't overwhelming. The layout is simple. The cases are in front of you and everything is lined neatly with a menu that isn't confusing to read. I want to also send a shout out to the amazing girl that helped  me. I soon learned she had a love for food just like I did. I would definitely go back to this location just to have another conversation with her, however I feel bad I didn't catch her name.

I've written before that I think cupcakes are a fad. I still believe that. However, they are a simple fad that I have recently learned in my own kitchen, is COMPLETELY as creative as you want to make them! Not to mention cupcakes are easy to eat and you don't have to leave any evidence!!


At Sweet Tooth Fairy you have your option of cupcakes, cake bites, cookies, and brownies/bars. I needed to get a good opinion going, so I bought a cupcake, three cake bites, and a bar. I am very particular about cupcakes. Dry is bad. Yes, unforutnately it happens, but thank heavens this was not one of those experiences. I chose a raspberry lemonade cupcake. These flavors were amazing! I was more impressed there were fresh raspberries in the actual cupcake. Divine, especially since I love raspberry seeds. The frosting wasn't overly sweet, and the lemon flavor was just right. There were a lot of cupcakes to chose from. This place has a special vanilla cupcake that I will look forward to trying and I usually go for red velvet anywhere I go, but that will have to be for my next trip! Right now, my mouth is watering for another raspberry lemonade ...

The bar I bought caught my interest because it was a combination of butterscotch and marshmallow. Who doesn't love that? (please don't raise your hands) I loved the idea of this, but I guess I expected it to be a little more moist with a little more of each of the flavors. Although, I know sometimes getting marshmallows to keep their flavor and consistency in baking can be difficult. I would probably try it again.


Then there were the cake bites... Again, another trend/fad. Cake bites and cake pops are easy to eat and don't make you feel like you've just consumed a whole slice of cake. They are pretty easy to make as well. These were about the size of a half dollar. And they cost a dollar a piece. *gasp* Oh, the price you pay for fun food!! I decided to try a variety. I got a red velvet one, a fairyfetti, and a double fudge. I am not a chocolate person and I think the double fudge was the best one of all. The white chocolate they are dipped in over powers the cake flavor I think, and the cake is very dense and really moist. They are super cute, and one of the best selling items at Sweet Tooth Fairy. Definitely worth trying, but I think I will stick to the cupcakes.

 Every business has a story and Sweet Tooth Fairy is no different. It is one of "bringing smiles to people with a cookie." Megan Faulkner Brown is the creator of this cute shop. Not only was she able to create a fun product but she knew how to market it. To me, that is one of my most favorite parts of local businesses and I love learning about people like Megan. Her product has been on Rachel Ray, Martha Stewart, and QVC. Too much fun being able to sell yourself and what you love!!!

Check it out if you need a snack on the way to the theatre, or outdoor/indoor movie, or just need something to calm that sweet tooth!!!

 

UPDATE TO SWEET TOOTH FAIRY: THEY ARE CHAMPIONS ON FOOD NETWORKS "CUPCAKE WARS" CONGRATS GIRLS!

http://thesweettoothfairy.com/Default.aspx

Sweet Sweet Afton's

Tucked away in a tiny part of West Jordan is a little village. Gardner Village contains the outlines of the once bustling early Utah mill industry and history. It is now a bunch of little retail shops in the remaining historical buildings.

At the back of Gardner Village is one of the best down home candy stores you can ever possibly visit. Sweet Afton's is always bustling with big and little kids. The building is an old train station. As you walk in you are immediately swept up by the many flavors of home made fudge. We aren't talking your chocolate and penuche (which they do have for simpletons). Think: pistachio, pumpkin chocolate chip, caramel corn, jalapeno, chewy praline, rocky road, orange cremesicle, banana nut, candy corn, I could really go on and on, but their flavors do change often and sell out quickly.




It is hard not to take a stroll around the store to see what is new and what is old. When I say old, I mean you had it when you were a kid and it has finally made its way back into your life! I noticed today they even had candies that looked like peas and carrots. Now, those are peas I could eat! One wall is taffy made by Taffy Town a local company. You want pumpkin pie? They got it. How about caramel apple? That too! Buttered popcorn that won't stick kernels in your teeth?? They have that too! Now, don't get too grossed out, but one of my most favorite items at this store is the chocolate covered sunflower seeds. Yes, you've all seen them at the convenience store check out, highly over priced. Sweet Afton's is where I come to get many different colors at a fair price. **They are highly addictive.

You can find jelly bellys, and licorice, and gum, and don't worry there is even some sugar free fudge and candy variety!! I also suggest trying the home made sucker's that they carry.


During fall you can be lucky enough to get a freshly dipped caramel apple, which they kindly slice for you to enjoy as you walk around the shops.

Ps. they do offer only one sample of fudge- So choose wisely!!


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