Watch Candy Being Made at Boehms Candies in Issaquah
At Boehms Candies you can taste candy, buy candy, and with a little planning, you can even see it being made.
Located in an Edelweiss Chalet in a park-like setting in Issaquah, Boehms Candies was founded by Julius Boehm. Although Mr. Boehm died some years back, the candy making traditions and standards of excellence continue and today, Boehms Candies make over 150 varieties of chocolates, produced by Master Candy Makers.
You can visit the factory and retail shop anytime during business hours and have a free, self-guided window tour. There are windows along the side of the factory where you can stop to see the candy being made. You’ll also find information about the candy and some of the Boehms history.
Guided tours will be available in the spring. They last about 45 minutes, and cost $3/person. Children aged 5 and under are free.
Location: 255 NE Gilman Blvd. Issaquah, about a half hour drive from Seattle
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9 am – 6 pm; Sunday 10 am – 6 pm. Candy is in production Monday – Friday, 9 am – 2 pm.
Mr. Boehm was as dedicated to his community as well as to his candy, and he was honored many times by the community he loved.
Shortly before his death, Mr Boehm built a replica of a 12th century Swiss chapel next to the manufacturing plant and retail store. The interior features a recreation of Michelangelo’s “Creation of Man” suspended from the ceiling. Behind it is a mural depicting a fallen mountaineer being raised into the mist. The chapel is a popular spot for local weddings.
Photo credit: flickr
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