Co-owners Marianne Gibson and Paige Powell, marked three months since they first opened in Dripping Springs in late April, offering a variety of candy selections for guests.Southern Sweets Candy Company owners, Paige Powell (center, left) and Marianne Gibson (center, right), held a ribbon cutting with the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce on July 23 to celebrate the business' recent opening. (Judy LeBas/Community Impact)Guests can “pick n’ mix” their candies or customize their own candy kabob, which includes their selection of candies on skewers. Ready-made candy kabobs, including seasonal varieties, are also available.Southern Sweets Candy Company is well-known for their candy kabobs, which include a selection of candies on skewers. (Judy LeBas/Community Impact)Southern Sweets previously operated as an online shop before opening the new brick and mortar.
Elisabeth joined Community Impact in October 2024 and covers news in Southwest Austin and Hays County, including education, environment and government issues. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin May 2024 with a degree in journalism and certificates in creative writing and environment and sustainability. In her free time, she enjoys catching live music in Austin, watching movies and doing art projects. Send tips, feedback or questions to ejimenez@communityimpact.com.
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