Top 5 Favorite Halloween Candies and Local Eats in Sacramento

With Halloween approaching, Abridged’s senior food editor Benjy Egel shares his top five favorite candies and highlights dining options in Sacramento. Halloween is a season enjoyed by sweet-toothed individuals, whether they prefer candy corn or mixed assortments.

Egel presents his selections, including 100 Grand Bars, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Nerds Gummy Clusters, Sour Patch Kids, and Butterfingers, while expressing his disdain for Whoppers. Beyond candies, he notes interesting local culinary experiences, such as Lin Dumpling in East Sacramento, which offers delicious wontons and orange chicken. For those interested in more savory fare, a new Hmong barbecue spot, Sactown Hmong BBQ, has opened nearby. With a variety of options, Egel encourages readers to connect with him about their favorite Halloween treats.