Candy Bouquet Candy Bouquet was founded in 1989 in McEntire's garage. Today, the typical Candy Bouquet store is a full-scale chocolate and candy retail operation, although some operate successfully as homebased businesses. Some franchisees operate exclusively as Candy Bouquet, others run this franchise in conjunctions with a floral shop or other retail outlet. With over 600 stores in 49 states and 44 other countries in 2003, the company's growth pattern is strong and steady. So is our Dun and Bradstreet Rating