This event is in the past.It took place on November 19, 2025 at Abrons Arts Center.
Educational Talk
Educational TalkFrom Yesterday to Tomorrow: Pretzels, Peppermints, and Peanut Butter Cups
Lower East Side
Mitch Cohen, owner of Economy Candy—NYC's oldest candy shop—sits down for an interview about sweets, history, and the Lower East Side. Conducted by Caroline Weaver of Locavore.
Local business history
Interview format
Lower East Side
Food & culture
Tips
✏️Caroline Weaver also runs CW Pencil Enterprise
🎭phenomenal sound and accessibility at this venue
🍬Economy Candy is a 5-min walk on Rivington St
From Yesterday to Tomorrow: Pretzels, Peppermints, and Peanut Butter Cups
Lower East Side
Educational TalkEducational TalkMitch Cohen, owner of Economy Candy—NYC's oldest candy shop—sits down for an interview about sweets, history, and the Lower East Side. Conducted by Caroline Weaver of Locavore.
Local business history
Interview format
Lower East Side
Food & culture
Tips
✏️Caroline Weaver also runs CW Pencil Enterprise
🎭phenomenal sound and accessibility at this venue
🍬Economy Candy is a 5-min walk on Rivington St
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