Samuel’s Sweet Shop is a tiny candy store with a huge local following – made even more famous when actors Paul Rudd and Jeffrey Dean Morgan saved it from closing in 2014. Stepping inside is like entering a whimsical world of treats: the shelves overflow with glass jars of nostalgic penny candies, artisanal chocolates and caramels made by their in-house chocolatier, colorful gummy delights, and seasonal confections. They also serve up great cups of java and espresso (so parents can fuel up while kids marvel at the candy). The shop’s decor retains an old-timey apothecary feel with wooden cabinetry and vintage signage. Locals cherish Samuel’s for its friendly staff (you might even catch one of the celebrity owners behind the counter around the holidays) and the sense of pure joy and community it brings to Rhinebeck’s main street.