Candy Queen

Candy Queen is a unique and fascinating reality television series that aired on TLC in 2011. Essentially, this show is a sugary-sweet dive into the often intricate and glittering world of event planning, with a twist. The series offers viewers an inside look into the life and operations of the Los Angeles-based candy and dessert bar creation business, Jackie Sorkin’s Hollywood Candy Girls Inc. Centered on the larger-than-life and enigmatic Jackie Sorkin, famous for her stunning and grandiose candy and dessert displays, Candy Queen provides an intoxicating mixture of business, creativity, and absurdly delectable edible creations. Sorkin, with her whimsical personality and uncontainable enthusiasm, is the mastermind behind some of the most unique and awe-inspiring candy creations that have graced events both big and small, celebrity or otherwise. With every episode, Jackie's wild imagination and sweet tooth guide us into the magical universe of sugar artistry. The series traces the day-to-day operations of Sorkin's enterprise, from the initial client meetings and brainstorming sessions to the high-tension preparations and actual event installations. One can expect to see marvelous designs of candy castles, intricate sugar sculptures, candy tables that seem right out of a fairy tale, and themed events that incorporate candies and cakes in the most creative and unexpected ways. Each episode creates a captivating narrative around different events while showcasing the varied candy and dessert themes conjured by Sorkin and her team. But Candy Queen isn't just about artistry, it's also about the nuances of running a business in a highly competitive landscape. Viewers experience the frequent curveballs thrown at Sorkin. Whether it's last-minute changes, logistical hurdles, disagreement with clients, or achieving perfection under tight deadlines, the show keeps audiences on their toes. The dynamic crew complements Sorkin’s vibrant character. Imagine a harmonious hodgepodge of strong personalities and one can begin to understand the entertaining dynamics of Sorkin’s team. There’re dedicated event planners trying to maintain order amidst the chaos, the imaginative candy crew who fabricate Sorkin's ideas into actual creations, and the install team dedicated to setting up these displays onsite. Each crew member lends their own distinct flavor to the unfolding journey. One of the endearing aspects of the series is Sorkin’s relationship with her staff. At times a delightfully wacky crew, they nonetheless add to the charm of the series and their individual relations with Sorkin range from heartwarming camaraderie to the inevitable tension that springs from the pressurized world of event planning. The constant give-and-take between the team members, their trials, tribulations, and triumphs are all chronicled for the viewers, giving them a thorough gastronomical and emotional treat. Candy Queen also provides glimpses into Sorkin’s personal life. While Sorkin often comes across as the quintessential headstrong businesswoman, viewers also get to see her softer side, as a mother and a wife, juggling a bustling household while handling an equally frenetic business. The episodes have a palpable energy that's underscored by Sorkin's famous catchphrase, "Go big or go home", which is not just a mantra for her professional life, but also a testament to her larger-than-life approach towards the world. It's delightful to watch how Sorkin not only shapes sugar into art but also molds the joy and pizzazz that elevates every event she touches. While the over-the-top themes and setups in Candy Queen are a feast for the eyes, it goes much beyond that. On a deeper level, it is a study of meticulous planning, seamless execution and celebration of perseverance and creativity under pressure. In summary, Candy Queen is a fantastically vibrant journey through an invariably chaotic yet exciting candyland, with Jackie Sorkin as our charismatic tour guide, displaying step by step, how reality can be as sumptuous and exhilarating as a room full of candies. It's a sweet retreat into an extraordinary world that turns something as ordinary as candy into brilliant, immersive experiences. For those who adore sweets, events planning or simply an entertaining reality television experience, Candy Queen is not to be missed.

Candy Queen is a series categorized as a currently airing. Spanning 1 seasons with a total of 6 episodes, the show debuted on 2011. The series has earned a moderate reviews from both critics and viewers. The IMDb score stands at 6.6.