I had owned a clothing boutique in Alexandria, VA, for 14 years before I moved to Naples, FL. I knew I wanted to open a store when I relocated, but it had to be something unique and experiential.
I have always been in awe of bees and other pollinators. Although bees are essential to our survival via the food supply, I have never believed they have gotten the recognition they deserve. The intricate and well-organized way hive society operates is a study in nature’s efficiency. In early 2022, I decided to dive deeper into the world of bees. I was impressed by the volume of information which existed about them. I realized that I could study every day for the rest of my life and still would not know everything about them. The more I learned, the more interested I became in their incredible instincts and work ethic.
As I got further into my bee research, I also encompassed honey from around the world in my studies and realized how varied it was, depending on source and the unique terroir of the land. I then took a honey-tasting course which really opened my eyes to exactly how extensive and varied honey sources were. I experienced the goodness of small-batch, artisan honey, and I was truly hooked! These honeys took my experience to entirely new heights. Honey tasting reminded me of the wine tastings I had experienced and loved at vineyards through the years. An idea began to “buzz” in my mind about creating a boutique dedicated to combining bee awareness with the fun experience of honey tasting. I decided I wanted to share my passion for both bees and honey with others in a super-interactional setting. So Grand Central Honey was born!
Opening a honey emporium was a labor of love for me. Everything bee, everything honey. In addition to a curated collection of well-vetted, artisan honeys originating from local, national and world sources, we carry a wide variety of bee-inspired gifts, books, skincare, jewelry, and much, much more.
