The journey of Sir Walter Candy Co. began over 25 years ago when Alfonso Porras was captivated by stories from his sister about Walter Zittle, a passionate New Jersey confectioner who had recently hosted her visit to America. Walter shared his extensive knowledge and recipes with Alfonso, igniting a lifelong passion for candy-making. Before his passing in 1992, Walter entrusted Alfonso with his personal collection of candy-making books, a gesture that laid the foundation for Sir Walter Candy.
In December 1997, Alfonso embarked on his entrepreneurial journey by crafting confections in a custom-built trailer and selling them at local farmers markets. His dedication and unique offerings quickly garnered a loyal customer base. By September 2000, his team celebrated the grand opening of their first retail store in Monrovia, California, expanding their reach and product line. Seeking a larger facility to meet growing demand, the Porras family relocated to Salt Lake City in 2008. This move allowed them to enhance their production capabilities and Please log in to see the rest of this story.
