Local candy shops see rise in Easter chocolate sales

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Easter shoppers are fueling a sweet surge across the Coast with local candy shops seeing a noticeable boost in chocolate sales.

At La Passion Artisan Chocolates in Gulfport, staff say foot traffic usually picks up in the evening as customers stock up on holiday treats.

The shop is also reporting a strong increase in demand for handcrafted Easter favorites, from chocolate bunnies to filled confections.

The rise in sales reflects the spirit of this Easter tradition.

With Easter just around the corner, more local candy shops expect the sweet momentum to continue.