A Portland franchise of the retro candy/soda shop Rocket Fizz opened earlier this month at 535 SW 6th Ave in downtown Portland. The shop offers a collection of rare sodas (including a "house" Rocket Fizz brand in flavors like cotton candy, gingerbread, and s'mores), penny candy, and taffy. Hours of operation: 9a.m. to 8p.m., Monday through Saturday; 11a.m. to 7p.m., Sunday. More information here. [EaterWire]
