All Sweets and Treats in Missouri

18575 Highway 32 Ste. Geneviève, MO 63670 Call us at 573-883-9800 Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Dairy Queen is an American chain of soft serve ice cream and fast-food restaurants Read more…

Gegg’s Farm Market: An Artisan Experience in the Most Unlikely of Places Off State Route B in Ste. Genevieve County, on your way to Charleville Brewery and Winery, stands Gegg’s Farm Market—a far-flung mini Bucee’s celebrating local agriculture, artisan foods, and community sourcing in county setting where farm-to-table means walking distance to actual farms. Operated by Pat and Jessica Gegg (the same owners behind the acclaimed Silo Farm Haus), this unexpected retail treasure stocks locally grown and rendered pork rinds, cuts of meat from local farms, homemade sourdoughs, cookies, brownies, bulk jellybeans, and pickled everything—while anchoring the operation with full-service Blue Bell Ice Cream bar and made-to-order sandwich shop featuring homemade bread baked in-house. The signature Cajun Turkey sandwich (absolutely not to be missed) exemplifies the operation’s philosophy: take exceptional local ingredients, combine with quality execution, deliver experience that justifies the drive. Open Thursday-Sunday 9 AM-5 PM, Gegg’s Farm Market transforms rural location into destination—the kind of place wine country visitors stumble upon and immediately text friends about. From Silo Farm Haus to Farm Market: Pat and Jessica’s Expanding Vision Pat and Jessica Gegg operate within philosophy many entrepreneurs miss: build one excellent thing, then expand thoughtfully in directions that Read more…

Kona Ice of the Mid-Mississippi River Valley Across southeast Missouri and southern Illinois, a bright, island-themed mobile shaved ice truck brings tropical treats and community celebration to events from Ste. Genevieve summer festivals to Chester parades, youth sports games to school fundraisers. Kona Ice of the Mid-Mississippi River Valley serves fresh-made shaved ice in classic and seasonal flavors, distinguished by signature music, colorful design that’s impossible to miss, and self-serve Flavorwave™ that lets guests customize their own combinations. More than mobile dessert vendor, Kona Ice operates as active community partner—giving back through school partnerships and fundraisers, supporting youth organizations, turning ordinary events into small celebrations with tropical flair. Whether parked at river festivals on warm afternoons, serving Little League teams after games, or bringing island vibes to corporate gatherings and birthday parties, Kona Ice delivers what one satisfied customer calls “a sweet stop to hit your sweet spot” with Midwest friendliness and aloha spirit. As the company tagline promises: “The Koolest Experience on the Planet.” Practical Information Business Name: Kona Ice of the Mid-Mississippi River Valley Service Area: Southeast Missouri and southern Illinois (including Ste. Genevieve, Chester, Perryville, surrounding communities) Business Model: Mobile shaved ice truck serving events, festivals, private Read more…

Lovegoods Candy + Toys – Where Magic Meets Nostalgia at Downtown’s Gateway At the corner of Market and 4th Street—the literal entrance to Sainte Geneviève’s historic downtown—Lovegoods Candy + Toys occupies the building with the town’s most Instagram-worthy feature: a colorful mural spelling out “STE GENEVIEVE” that draws photographers and selfie-takers before they even step inside. Opened in August 2025, Lovegoods brings whimsy and wonder to Missouri’s oldest town, creating a candy and toy destination where magic meets classic American nostalgia in a shop that’s part sweet emporium, part toy wonderland, part downtown landmark. Lovegoods channels a spirit of open-mindedness, creativity, individuality, and finding magic in unexpected places through eclectic inventory mixing traditional favorites with unique discoveries, creating shopping experience where kids find classic toys and candies their grandparents remember while adults discover novelty treats they’ve never encountered. The mural-adorned building serves as downtown gateway marker—arriving visitors driving up 4th Street toward Market see “STE GENEVIEVE” spelled out large and bright, signaling they’ve reached the historic core while Lovegoods itself welcomes them with doors full of possibilities for treats, toys, gifts, and discoveries. The Sweet Side: Candy for Every Craving Lovegoods’ candy selection spans the full spectrum from nostalgic classics Read more…

Shaved Ice 21561 Highway 32 Ste. Geneviève, MO 63670 Facebook Phone: (573) 615-8803 Website: Luna’s | All Natural | Missouri, USA Hours:  Open Seasonally Monday 3:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday – Thursday 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. About Luna’s:  Luna’s Shaved Ice has the fluffiest shaved ice around and features all-natural syrups, hand-dipped ice cream for shaved ice sundaes, and fresh fruit toppings! Read more…