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GREAT! LAKES CANDY KITCHEN
PicturePamela Canelake Matson, Andrew Matson, Dennis Matson, Patricia Canelake

Pamela Canelake Matson- Candymaker/ Owner
Pamela is a 3rd generation candy maker. She also manages our other family store, Canelake's Candies in Virginia MN
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Andrew Matson, Candymaker, Manager/ Owner
Andy is the manager & 4th generation candy maker at Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen. He has many  tasks that keep Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen running smoothly! 

Dennis Matson, Owner.  Dennis helps maintain the building and grounds, and greets visitors!  He also manages our other family store, Canelake's Candies in Virginia MN. 

Patricia Canelake-Chocolate dipper/ Artist/ Owner
Patricia  is an artist & owner. She  brings her artistry to dipped chocolates & beautiful signs and the outdoor Bear Trail designs.

We're all family descended from the original Canelakes candy business family and are happily in our 19th year, We also credit our success to our employees, who are the best!!!
After starting the store in this location in 2007, in 2018 we also purchased our original candy store, Canelake's Candies back into the family. Thank you to all our great customers for supporting us!

Contact Us
Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen 
218-834-2121
[email protected]











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A seasonal Business
Open April 17-Dec. 18, 2025

Hours: open Daily 9am-5pm
online shipping:
Nov. 1 - Nov 26

GREAT! LAKES CANDY KITCHEN
223 SCENIC DR
​KNIFE RIVER, MN 55609
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