Miami, FL Nashville, TN New Hampshire Newport, RI Orlando, FL Palm Springs, CA San Antonio, TX Savannah, GA Smoky Mtns. A Delicious Affliction Photos courtesy of Kilwin's Chocolates A visit to northern Michigan isn't complete without at least one taste of fudge. In 1947, Don and Kathy Kilwin launched a candy business aiming to delight chocolate lovers. More than 30 franchise shops have sprouted from their original Petoskey location, satisfying the sweet tooth of folks across several states. A visit to the fudge shop provides a look at the fine art of candy making.
Visitors find that fudge making is almost as enjoyable to watch as tasting the final product.
Using long wooden paddles, skilled fudge makers repeatedly fold the candy into long loaves as fascinated visitors gather around the table and peer in from the glass storefronts. The enticing smells waft through open doors on warm days to greet passersby. Fun Fudge Facts Chocolate, vanilla and maple are the top fudge choices, but there are dozens of variations of flavors and colors to experience. Most fudge shops will mail fudge anywhere in the United States. Instead of sending a postcard, send a sweet message to a friend or simply send a supply home for later treats.