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Pittsburgh-Area Chocolate Company Empire Expanding

A celebrated Pittsburgh-area chocolate company is making a major addition to its operation. Get the details here.

PITTSBURGH, PA — Sarris Candies, a Canonsburg-based nationally known and family owned chocolate and candy company, is opening a factory store.

Sarris announced that the store will open on June 1, with tours of the factory beginning in July.

Sarris has customers aplenty. The company has 115,000 Facebook followers. What can they expect with this new venture?

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A factory store where they can browse a selection of handcrafted chocolates, treats and ready-to-gift favorites.

"Whether you're stocking up of stopping by for something special, the Factory Store makes every visit worth savoring," a website post announcing the opening stated.

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Guided tours above the company's production space in which chocolate lovers can see Sarris from an entirely different view. The tours will offer lessons on the company's history, chocolate-making process and the traditions behind the family business.

A private event space designed for birthday parties, corporate meetings, and special celebrations, with our team available to assist.

"Whether you’re planning a school trip, bringing family to town, gathering with coworkers, or celebrating a special occasion, our Chocolate Factory is designed to bring people together through the treats and traditions that have made Sarris Candies part of so many sweet memories," the website announcement stated.

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