Dragon's Beard Candy
Chinatown shop pulling traditional dragon's beard candy by hand, a fine spun sugar treat.
- Montréal
- Maple and sweets
About Dragon's Beard Candy
Dragon's Beard Candy is a small shop in Montreal's Chinatown. It pulls traditional dragon's beard candy by hand, stretching a block of sugar again and again into thousands of fine threads. The strands are wrapped around a filling, and the result is light, delicate and melts quickly in the mouth.
Watching the candy being made is part of the fun, so it is a nice stop for kids and visitors. Eat it soon after buying, since the fine threads do not like humidity. It pairs well with a walk through Chinatown and a pot of tea nearby. The shop keeps an old craft alive in downtown Montreal.
At a glance
- Category
- Maple and sweets
- Based in
- Montréal
- Size
- An independent, smaller maker
- Listed in
- Made in QuebecMade in QuebecMade in MontrealMade in Montreal
- Website
- dragonsbeardcandy.com
Questions people ask
Is Dragon's Beard Candy made in Quebec?
Yes. Dragon's Beard Candy started in Quebec and is based in Montréal, on the island of Montreal, so it is listed in both Made in Quebec and Made in Montreal.
What does Dragon's Beard Candy make?
Chinatown shop pulling traditional dragon's beard candy by hand, a fine spun sugar treat.
Where can I buy from Dragon's Beard Candy?
Start with its official website, dragonsbeardcandy.com. Look for Quebec maple and sweets at public markets and fine food shops, and at sugar shacks in spring. Many makers also sell online.
Is Dragon's Beard Candy a big company or a small business?
Dragon's Beard Candy is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.
What are some local brands similar to Dragon's Beard Candy?
Other local brands in Maple and sweets include Divine Chocolatier, Squish, État de choc, Qantu.
How did Dragon's Beard Candy get on this list?
Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run Dragon's Beard Candy and want to update this page, contact us.
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