Pearl Sugar

[Ernie Diamond]

Are there any sources of pearl sugar in Boston? These are the pastille sized nuggets similar in appearance to the large chunks of salt found on soft pretzles.

[Beach Plum]

Is pearl sugar the same as sanding sugar?

[hadsbc]

Mr. Crepe in Davis Square carries it. 2-pound bags go for $9

[girlygirl]

If you're planning on making the waffle recipe from today's Food section, the article does say that you can get pearl sugar at Mr. Crepes in Somerville. 2lbs. for $9.

[content]

It was $3.29 in November at IKEA for 10 oz.

[chefboyardee]

Hi, reviving this thread, did any of the suggestions pan out? Is it possible to get pearl sugar in Boston. Found a waffle recipe that I want to try and it requires pearl sugar.

[chowmel]

bakers supply in malden

[content]

I've gone the IKEA route as well.

Please let us know if you find a closer source. Thanks!

[sflory]

I think Christina's Spice market in Inman Square carries it.

[enhF94]

I've gotten pearl sugar at IKEA, in Stoughton. Since it's so popular on swedish treats!

Maybe, though I haven't checked, you could check the Danish Pastry Shop in Medford, next to Uma's flowers. (I've not been there, so the name might be a little off)

[Karl S]

Just the baking supply but also the doughnuts? That would merit an alert on this Board on a separate topic.

[Velda Mae]

No, the donut shop is staying open.

[BostonZest]

You could try

VERNA'S CAKE DECORATING SUPPLIES
2346 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02140
617-864-7745
[e-mail]

http://s94019010.onlinehome.us/

Their site makes it look possible. I googled this for you so I can't give a personal recommendation.

[Velda Mae]

I'm sorry to report that Verna's went out of business last Saturday. I'd try Dairy Fresh Candies on Salem Street in the North End. You could also try Sur la Table in the Chestnut Hill Mall. If all else fails, mail order from the Baker's Catalogue.