FAQs

What is a Candy Buffet?

A Candy Buffet is beautiful display of delicious candy that is personally designed to complement the colour and theme of your event. Candy Buffets provide a beautiful backdrop and delicious decor for Weddings, Red Carpet Events, Fashion Launch, Product Launch, Expo Events, Mat Mitzvahs, Mar Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Engagement Parties, Corporate events you name it you need one!!!

Why should I Include a Candy Buffet at my event?

Candy Buffets are unique and unforgettable. Candy Buffets provide your lucky guests with a totally unforgettable experience that will have their tongues wagging for ages. It can also serve as an alternative to bonboniere or can be combined with beautiful cakes and presented as a divine dessert buffet. Everyone loves a lolly buffet.

Are Candy Buffets a good Idea for weddings?

Yes, they are the hottest item for a wedding reception right now.  Did you know “The Knot” has ranked candy buffets in their “Top 3 Wedding Reception Trends” Candy Buffets are a fabulous way for guests to mingle with each other. Watch your guests eyes light up as they shovel candy with gusto into their sweet bags. We  also custom design lolly bags and lolly boxes to add that extra special touch and also include your own message or logo. Many brides are replacing the traditional wedding cake with a beautifully designed lolly bar.

How much candy do you provide?

At The Candy Buffet Company we calculate based on your guest numbers. We’ve been creating lolly bars for years, we have this down to a science!

What are my choices of candy?

Whether it be rock candy, chocolate varieties, jelly lollies or something sour, we can pretty much get our hands on most lollies – if you have a special request, all you have to do is ask. We have done all the hard work. We have found Australia’s best candy bar suppliers and we are very excited to share their lollies with you!

Will you come to my event’s location and set everything up?

Absolutely! We do all the work leaving you to concentrate on looking fabulous & enjoy.

How much does a Candy Buffet cost?

Please contact us for a free quote.

Can you provide an attendant to maintain the Candy Buffet during the event?

Yes. For an additional fee, we can provide a friendly Candy Buffet attendant(s) to top up the buffet and assist your guests as required.

Who is responsible for set up, tear down, & clean up?

We are! At The Candy Buffet Company, this is why we’re in business!  We arrive at least 2 hours prior the commencement of your event to setup your candy bar.   After the event, The Candy Buffet Company will package all remaining lollies and, if requested, leave in a safe place for your “midnight feast stash”

How long can I have the Candy Buffet at my event?

As long as you like. If your event stretches out over a few days we can discuss a range of strategies on how to achieve the best outcome.

What are the table & linen requirements?

It is imperative that we have a sturdy, strong table to support the candy buffet and the containers. If you don’t have a table, no worries! We have plenty on hand. We can provide linens or the venue may prefer to supply linens.  Any linens or speciality linens will need to be available to our set up crew upon our arrival. Please reconfirm these requirements with your caterer or banquet manager before the event so there is no delay in the set up of the Candy Buffet.

What happens if a guest accidentally breaks a container?

Accidents do happen and we can sort this out after your event. A valid credit card is required and breakages or stolen items will be charged to the card. A list of pricing is available upon request. Our beautiful glassware is hand picked and special delivered, so we take great care in handling.

Do you provide the decorations for around the Candy Buffet?

The Candy Buffet itself is the ultimate decoration of any table. Of course, you are more than welcome to provide any additional decorations if you so desire.

I’m planning an outdoor wedding; can the Candy Buffet be used outdoors?

Yes.  We are able to offer our Candy Buffet anywhere.  The table must be in an area that is completely level.

What areas do you service?

We service all areas across Australia.

Do you require reservations & a deposit?

Yes, we require a signed contract and a 50% deposit at the time of booking the remaining 50% is payable 1 month prior to the event date. We can also work around payment arrangements.

Can we get the Candy Buffet to match my event colours and theme?

Absolutely. Our Candy Buffet designers are the envy industry and are renowned for their inspiring creativity. We love what we do and it shows.

What happens the day of the event?

If your event is at a venue, we will have already contacted your coordinator to discuss our needs. The day of the event, we will set up your custom Candy Buffet at least 2 hours before your guests arrive. Then you can watch in amazement as your guests get a glance at your Candy Buffet!  At the end of the event, we will return to pack up the candy bar while you bask in the glory of a successful event.

OK, I want a Candy Buffet, what happens next?

Good move! The next step is to give us a call at 1300 924 427, get a quote online or send us an email. We can discuss your lolly buffet requirements and outline a range of options to ensure you get the exact candy buffet to meet your needs.