Tamera Young of North Highlands is the mother of one eight year old daughter. She has been living in the area for more than 11 years, but has only recently come into the spotlight as a confectioner with what some people are calling "the perfect candy." Tamera makes a handmade pecan caramel candy that is out of this world! Whether or not you like pecans or caramel, you are sure to enjoy this candy. Personally, I’m not a fan of pecans, but I’ve been telling everyone I can about these caramels. They are fantastic! They don’t stick to your teeth, and are just the right mix of chewy and crunchy.
Tamera uses a family recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation for 150 years. She has personally been making the candies for the past 18 years after she discovered the recipe while going through family items with her mother. The original recipe did not call for pecans, but Tamera added them in an effort to keep the candies from sticking to the pans. It was successful, so the perfect combination of caramel and nuts was born.
Now you, the readers of the North Highlands News, have the opportunity to "taste and see" what I’m talking about. Tamera is taking pre-orders for Valentine’s Day throughout the month of January. If you wish to place an order, you need to do so no later than January 31st. The orders can be picked up on February 12th. The cost is $10 for a box of 10 pecan caramel patties. Supplies are limited and available on a first come, first serve basis, so place your order soon!
For more information or to place an order, please call Tamera directly at 916-331-9797.