No matter what you’re craving, the sweet tooth holds strong its pull to Belleville. Considering the City is home to Candy Corn history, it should be of no surprise Belleville boasts such a variety of the sweet stuff. Your taste buds will be delighted with the homemade ice cream at White Cottage, and if you’re up for it- take the Pig Trough Challenge: 15 scoops of ice cream, 5 toppings, 1 twinkie, with whipped cream and a cherry on top, of course.

The Candy Bar in Downtown Belleville is full of nostalgia with it’s old-fashioned soda fountain and shelves stocked with candy from sweet dreams past. While you’re Downtown, cross the street to Sugar High, where owner Amber Weiss and her bakery team dish out everything from cake pops and custom cakes to sandwiches and Goshen coffee. It’s a must-visit for the Vegan options in their sweet and savory offerings. Old-fashioned custard more your style? Head right on over to Eckert’s County Store for your fix.

Dishing out Mexican flavors that hang on in your memories, La Guelaguetza on Carlyle Avenue is a PLACE YOU’LL LOVE. Be sure to try the Mangonada and the freshly made chicharrones with some lime and salsa Valentina for a snack on the go.

Source: City of Belleville Visitors Guide, Issue 1