Their chocolate-covered Needhams. For the uninitiated, a Needham is a traditional Maine candy made with mashed potato, coconut, and chocolate. It’s like someone took all the comfort of a loaded baked ...

Almost. Their flavors range from classic dark chocolate to more adventurous options like Needham (a traditional Maine potato candy) and even Scotch. The shop’s interior is sleek and modern, with a ...

This month marks five years since Gerard and Malaika Picard purchased Maine Needhams and began making the iconic potato candy in Saco. To celebrate, the couple is hosting an open house at the candy ...