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Celebrate Friendsgiving All Year Round at Candleporium


cast of all the queens men at Raquel's birthday celebration
When friends become family, even the candid moments feel iconic. This is what celebration looks like. Happy Birthday Racquel!

This past weekend, I experienced one of the most beautiful acts of love and support.

From the outside looking in, I didn’t know what to expect. Just a room of friends gathered at Candleporium Fragrance House. But as soon as I walked through the doors, I realized I had stepped into something bigger than just a night out. It was love in motion: laughter bouncing off the walls, arms wrapping tight around shoulders, and that unmistakable energy that only true friendship and family can bring.


The night was actually a surprise birthday celebration for a "very special lady", carefully planned by her husband and executed by family, friends, and even her castmates. That layer of thoughtfulness and benevolence set the tone: this wasn’t just about candles; this was about community showing up in the most intentional way possible.


Racquel's husband surprises her for her birthday at Candleporium for evening with family and friends
 "The thoughtfulness of a surprise planned by her husband, family, friends, and castmates turned an ordinary night into something unforgettable.

Friendsgiving

Friendship has a way of shaping our lives in ways we sometimes overlook. Whether it’s your chosen family, a circle of longtime besties, or the friends you’ve only recently grown close to, these are the people who remind you of who you are and who you’re becoming. They’re the ones who celebrate your wins, pour into you on hard days, and laugh with you until your sides hurt.


From where I stood, it felt like a movie unfolding. My imagination was running wild as I envisioned the cast. I dubbed one member the group's unofficial "chemist," blending scents with the earnestness of Bill Nye and the flair of a stylish tech expert in designer glasses.


The excitement filled the room as they crafted their own fragrances, genuinely assisting and supporting each other;

Are they making candles or solving equations lol

Laughter served as the backdrop, a testament to the effortless closeness that only genuine community can create. ... because friendship has a way of turning even the simplest moments into unforgettable memories.


Candle making tools
Every detail mattered: from the gold vessels to the fresh roses, Candleporium provided the perfect canvas for connection.

And that’s what struck me most—this wasn’t just about making candles. It was about making memories. Candleporium gave the group more than a space; it gave them a canvas to paint their love for each other across an evening of food, hugs, laughter, and yes—a few tears.


Here’s the wildest part: I had no idea most of them were cast members of Tyler Perry’s All the Queen's Men on BET+. Now I’m about to binge watch just to see how those characters play out in real time, because in person, they lit up the room. This whole night? Definitely top 10 most memorable moments this year. It left me inspired.


Inspired: Not because it was loud or flashy, but because it was simple: friendship on full display. It reminded me that these gatherings don’t need a reason. They need a place—and Candleporium was that place.


If you’ve ever wanted to host your own gathering, a “Friendsgiving” in the truest sense, let this inspire you. Create the moment. Hold space for your people. And let Candleporium Fragrance House help you set the scene.


After clowning all evening long, Rashan Ali and I snapping it up at the end of the night.
After clowning all evening long, Rashan Ali and I snapping it up at the end of the night.

Candleporium Fragrance House

At the end of the night, I walked away reminded that while not every gathering can be this emotional, every event deserves to be this intentional. Candleporium Fragrance House proved it’s more than just a venue—it’s a setting where stories unfold and memories are made. Whether you’re planning a birthday, a private workshop, or an intimate celebration, the experience here balances elegance with authenticity.


👉 Book Your Friendsgiving with Candleporium and turn everyday friendships into extraordinary memories. #friendsgivingatcandleporium


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