The newest Welwyn Garden City sweet shop is already off to a flying start less than a week after opening its doors.
Herts Sweets opened on March 18, when it held its grand opening in Unit 10A, Tewin Road Business Centre, Garden Court, WGC.
On its opening weekend, shop owners Dan Pickett and Kay Willson welcomed over 200 customers to the sweet shop.
Some of the international sweets, candy, cereal and drinks offered at Herts Sweets. (Image: Dan Pickett)
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Pick and Mix options available to customers at Herts Sweets. (Image: Dan Pickett)
Dan said: "It was really good. We sponsor SANDS (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society) so the fathers that have experienced loss that are a part of SANDS United Brighton and Hove football team had also come down to the opening.
"We also had a few people ask us to extend our timings, so we've listened to that, and we are now open from 12pm to 9pm.
Most of the store in lined with shelfs that offer different kinds of sweets available internationally. (Image: Dan Pickett)
"We are also available on UberEATS now so there is a lot going on for our first official week."
The pick and mix tubs, which is a new addition to the store, were the most popular item to be sold as they "flew off the shelf" throughout the week, and the couple are looking to restock again.
Some of the popular items available at the shops, such as pickles of different flavours. (Image: Dan Pickett)
Dan added: "Even though we are a sweet shop, we are trying to cater to everyone as we offer sugar free, dairy free, and gluten free options. We have a range, and we are looking to expand even more."
Kay happily serving a customer at the Herts Sweets shop. (Image: Dan Pickett)
Speaking about what their favourite sweets are, Dan said: "Kay's is pick and mix or Dracula teeth, and I go through stages but it's toffee crumble for now."
The pick and mix tubs that flew off the shelf during the first week. (Image: Dan Pickett)
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Twizzlers and other snacks that are popular among different age groups. (Image: Dan Pickett)
Within their first week, the couple have already had enquiries to cater sweet stands at weddings and birthdays.
The shop owner said: "This was unadvertised and a nice surprise, so it is looking really promising."
Shelfs stocked up and ready for customers to enjoy. (Image: Dan Pickett)
Even though the store has recently opened, Dan and Kay have been working hard to keep up with the demand while "juggling family life and work life", so they will look to hire help in the near future.
"It's just a new routine for us so we are trying to keep on top of that and get used to it, but it is exciting," Dan added.
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