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The old-fashion Sheffield sweet shop that’s been open for 152 years

Clementine Hall - 13th July 2026

You might have walked past Granelli’s countless times, but did you know it’s one of Sheffield’s oldest family-run businesses?

Whether you have a sweet tooth or not, you just can't beat the experience of a proper sweet shop.

The walls lined with colourful tubs of sugary treats, rustling paper bags and the sound of sweets being weighed in the scale - it's a feeling of nostalgia that can't be replicated.

Granelli's on Broad Street first opened in 1873 by Luigi Granelli, who moved to Sheffield from Genoa in Italy.

Images: The Sheff

Images: The Sheff

The shop began by selling ice cream before becoming the sweet shop that generations of Sheffielders have grown up with.

Today you’ll still find shelves packed with over 200 different kind of sweets, from a mix of traditional favourites including pear drops, chocolate limes, chewing peanuts, bonbons and fudge alongside newer sweets too like Millions and Sherbet Fountains.

You can still grab an ice cream if you don't fancy sweets, of course served in a classic wafer cone with a flake plonked on top.

It's a proper Sheffield institution, but what makes it even better is that many of the sweets sold at Granelli's are made by local firms.

Images: The Sheff

Images: The Sheff

Maxon's are a Sheffield company, Willett's from Chesterfield and the famous Bassett's of Liquorice Allsorts fame was founded in Sheffield in 1842 with their factor still in Hillsborough.

They're all sold at a decent price too, so you're not breaking the bank to satisfy that sweet craving.

So if you're looking for a real nostalgic experience in Sheffield then Granelli's has got to be your next stop, and by supporting a local family business you can feel good about it too.

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Sheffield restaurant crowned one of the best local restaurants in Britain for 2026

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The Good Food Guide has just released its list of the 100 best local restaurants in Britain – and one in Sheffield has made the list.

The latest edition of the Best 100 Local Restaurants list celebrates the very best venues that are loved by their communities.

A team of reviewers and inspectors scour the country to find the best of the best, and this year a beloved Sheffield restaurant has earned its rightful place back on the list.

The Orange Bird over in Hillsborough is an award-winning South African restaurant that may be small in size, but the flavours coming out of the kitchen are anything but.

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Images: The Sheff

The Orange Bird has become one of the city’s biggest word-of-mouth food spots, with locals flocking there for its bold, modern South African-inspired cooking and seriously impressive braai dishes.

And if you’ve ever tried getting a reservation, you’ll already know just how in-demand this place has become.

Run by Anne Horner and Matthew Duggan-Jones, The Orange Bird has built a loyal following thanks to its vibrant menu packed with smoky, fire-cooked flavours, quality local ingredients, and dishes made for sharing around the table.

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Images: The Sheff

But don't just take our word for it, here's what the Good Food Guide said: "The Hillsborough district of Sheffield is home to Matthew Duggan-Jones' homage to his South African heritage, in which the braai barbecue is a long-standing social tradition.

"Behind the Orange Bird’s dark-hued facade, there is always the infectious feeling of a party going on – 'it’s consistently delicious, exciting and inviting,' notes one local."

The Orange Bird was placed at number 54, which we think is pretty good going.

You can read the full list by the Good Food Guide here.

Read more: The Hillsborough restaurant redefining bold South African flavours in Sheffield

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Sheffield sisters open second matcha cafe just months after launching their first

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There's just no stopping these sisters, as The Matcha Spot announces second site.

Yes, it's another matcha story but we've got to say, we're very excited about this one.

Let's back track to last year when The Matcha Spot popped up in The Moor and made a name for themselves for selling the most wonderful green creations in the city.

Fast forward to February, they opened up their first permanent spot in the city centre on Campo Lane which was a resounding success.

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Images: The Sheff

Their focus is serving good quality matcha in all shapes and sizes, our personal favourite being the blondie matcha that is the perfect afternoon pick me up.

It's become such a success, that The Matcha Spot sisters are now opening a second site in Sheffield just months after opening their first.

The Matcha Spot 2.0 will be located on Ecclesall Road and will be opening next month, so we really don't have long to wait.

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Announcing the very exciting news to Instagram, The Matcha Spot said: "Our second home is here! Thank you SO much for all your support!! We’re so excited to be opening our second location for you to get your matcha fix…..

"281 Ecclesall Road. Coming soon."

We couldn't be happier for the girls, and we couldn't think of anyone more deserving of the success. We'll see you on the opening date ready and raring to get our hands on a white chocolate and raspberry matcha.

You can find out more about The Matcha Spot here.

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