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Bushwick’s Own Candy Chemist Eugene J. is Cooking Up Something Sweet

Harry Potter meets Tim Burton in Bushwick’s newest candy store, Eugene J

By Natalie Taylor

April 4, 2016 · 3 min read

Restaurants

Bushwick’s Own Candy Chemist Eugene J. is Cooking Up Something Sweet

Harry Potter meets Tim Burton in Bushwick’s newest candy store, Eugene J

Natalie Taylor April 4, 2016Apr 4, 2016 · 3 min read

Harry Potter meets Tim Burton in Bushwick’s newest candy store, Eugene J. Candy Co. The Wilson Ave. storefront appears dark and unassuming from the street, but inside, it’s a fairy tale world of sweet, sour and salty treats that satisfy every craving.

The store opened on March 8 and has been attracting customers old and young (the sweet tooth does not discriminate!), and the…

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