Dylan’s Candy Bar at La Grande Epicerie

Dylan Lauren (fille de Ralph..) had an epiphany at the tender age of five when she first saw the film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and despite pursuing an education in art history, she ended up, during her travels, being more attracted to European confectionary and elegant packaging than anything else. No surprise then that she went into the niche candy business, opening up a handful of locations in the US selling everything from ice cream to baked goods, chocolates and a selection of both nostalgic artisanal bonbons and mass-market faves. For a taste of a small selection of their upscale sweets, make tracks for the Grande Epicerie, where Dylan’s Candy Bar is featured till the end of the month. AM