Houston families and event‑goers now have a taste of Sweden on wheels. Haus Candy, a mobile vintage‑styled candy cart founded by Chelcie and Adam Aldred, began serving the city this October with a rotating selection of 12‑16 pick‑and‑mix varieties. The cart’s concept mirrors the beloved Swedish tradition of self‑serve candy, where customers scoop treats into a bag and pay by weight.
What the cart offers
The cart features an assortment of sweet, sour, foamy, gummy, chewy and gel‑filled candies. Flavors include banana toffee, dizzy skulls, happy chews, sour apple, sour cherries, sour peach and tutti frutti. All candy is imported from Sweden and is free of most artificial dyes. For families with dietary concerns, Haus Candy provides gluten‑free and gelatin‑free selections.
How it works
When the cart appears at an event, two attendants greet guests, offer free samples of every item, and let customers scoop their chosen sweets into a bag. Pricing is calculated by weight, allowing each shopper to control how much they spend. In addition to the mobile cart, the company offers a self‑serve stand for venues that prefer a permanent setup, as well as party packs in 8‑ounce and 16‑ounce sizes for birthdays, corporate gatherings or any celebration.
Local events and availability
Haus Candy’s mobility means it can pop up at a variety of locations across the city. In October the cart is scheduled for Sterling’s Market Fall Festival and a trick‑or‑treat event at Rice Village. The owners, based in the Garden Oaks neighborhood, will travel up to 35 miles for standard pricing and farther for an additional travel fee, making the service accessible to most Houston suburbs.
Founders’ vision
“We have a passion for design and a love for candy,” Chelcie said. “We wanted Houston to have Swedish candy the way it’s meant to be enjoyed: scooped from a cart with old‑school candy shop charm.” The couple noted their surprise at discovering that no other Swedish candy cart existed in the city, prompting them to build the first one themselves.
Why it matters to the community
Beyond satisfying sweet cravings, Haus Candy adds a family‑friendly entertainment option to local festivals, school functions and private celebrations. Its mobile format supports small‑business entrepreneurship, creates part‑time jobs for the two attendants, and offers a novel cultural experience that aligns with Houston’s diverse culinary scene. By providing gluten‑free and gelatin‑free alternatives, the cart also respects dietary restrictions common among families of faith and tradition.
Residents interested in booking the cart for a private event or learning about upcoming public appearances can contact the business through its website or social‑media channels.
Original reporting: Community Impact — Houston — read the source article.
