Jackie Sorkin, co-founder and co-creator of the highly successful Candytopia, generated an impressive $48M in revenue in its first two years, expanding the immersive experience to 13 locations across the USA after its initial sold-out opening in Santa Monica, CA. This monumental achievement followed her establishment of Hollywood Candy Girls in 2008, a premier fun foods catering and events company renowned for its custom candy art. Through Hollywood Candy Girls, Sorkin and her team, comprised of experts in entertainment, special events, pastry arts, and graphic design, craft intricate candy portraits, elaborate sculptures, and unique candy gifts. The company provides its specialized services across Southern California, Las Vegas, and Scottsdale, in addition to shipping its bespoke creations nationwide.
Her on-screen presence expanded significantly with appearances on Netflix’s ‘Sugar Rush’ and ‘Sugar High,’ Cooking Channel’s ‘Unique Sweets,’ and Food Network programs such as ‘Chopped Junior’ and ‘Dessert Wars.’ This consistent visibility across major networks has firmly established her as a leading authority and recognizable personality in the realm of food art and entertainment. Most recently, Sorkin starred in Hulu’s ‘Candified: Home for the Holidays,’ further showcasing her unparalleled expertise in designing and executing large-scale, festive candy environments. Beyond her domestic television endeavors and the continued success of Candytopia, Sorkin has extended her unique vision internationally, launching Hollywood Candy Queens Kingdom in Taiwan and The Candy Darling in China. These experiential candy wonderlands underscore her continued global impact and innovative approach to creating fantastical, immersive entertainment experiences for broad audiences across continents.