Question 1

Do I need any experience to make a candle at The Candle Bar Su?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. Most guests have never made a candle before. We guide you every step of the way.

Question 2

What's included in a candle-making workshop?

Accepted Answer

All materials, personal guidance, our full scent collection, a drink and a treat, and your own candle to take home. Each experience page lists exactly what's included.

Question 3

How long does a workshop take?

Accepted Answer

About 1.5 to 2 hours. Nobody rushes you.

Question 4

Can I come alone?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and many guests do. It's a lovely gift to yourself.

Question 5

Which languages do you host in?

Accepted Answer

English, Dutch and Sranan Tongo.

Question 6

Where is The Candle Bar Su?

Accepted Answer

Van Roseveltkade 36, Paramaribo, Suriname. Free parking along the Van Roseveltkade.

Question 7

What are your opening hours?

Accepted Answer

Studio: Monday to Saturday, 09:00 to 14:00. On tour and outside the studio: Monday to Sunday, time on request.

Question 8

What if I need to cancel or reschedule?

Accepted Answer

Free rescheduling up to 48 hours before your session.

Question 9

Does submitting a booking confirm my seat?

Accepted Answer

Not yet. You'll receive payment details within 24 hours; your seat is confirmed once payment is received.

Question 10

What is the minimum order for corporate gifts?

Accepted Answer

Minimums differ per gift; some gifts have no minimum. The Owru Yari Collection has a minimum of 10 per gift. From 10 pieces, delivery within Greater Paramaribo is included for the Signature Box, Grani Luxe, Owru Yari Box and Nyun Yari Luxe.

Question 11

How long does a corporate gift order take?

Accepted Answer

5 working days for gifts with card and ribbon, 2 to 3 weeks for personalised gifts and orders from 20 pieces, 6 to 8 weeks for your own brand scent and orders from 50 gifts.

Question 12

How do I pay for corporate gifts?

Accepted Answer

50% deposit on confirmation and the balance after delivery, by bank transfer, with an invoice in your company name. Payment in SRD at the daily rate is possible.

Question 13

Is the Scent Circle membership free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Join online or at the studio and receive 25 welcome Wicks and your Scent Passport.

Question 14

How does delivery work?

Accepted Answer

We deliver every Tuesday and Friday between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Delivery fee SRD 150 (Central Paramaribo). Payment in SRD at the daily rate is possible.

Question 15

Can I shop in person?

Accepted Answer

Yes, at our boutique retail partners TeaSee and the Torarica Gift Shop.

Question 16

Do you ship internationally?

Accepted Answer

Not yet. We're working on it and will announce it as soon as it's available.

Which scent of Suriname lives in you?