Welcome to Sweetie Pie's (2011)
When Miss Robbie Montgomery, a 1960s backup singer and former “Ikette,” suffered a collapsed lung and had to stop singing, she decided to pour her talents into another creative venture—a soul food restaurant called Sweetie Pie's. This docuseries follows the loud, loving and often singing Montgomery family as they work to expand their empire, one soulful dish at a time.
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Episode 1 - Welcome to the Upper Crust
Release Date: 2012-09-15In the season opener, Robbie plans a party to celebrate the opening of the Upper Crust, but Tim claims he's too busy to help with preparations. Elsewhere, Charles seeks a bartending post at the new eatery.
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Episode 2 - The Upper Crust vs. The Lower Crust
Release Date: 2012-09-22Tim views the newly minted Upper Crust as competition and battles Robbie for customers.
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Episode 3 - For Love or Money
Release Date: 2012-09-29Tim lands a huge catering gig for the same weekend as the annual family reunion at Upper Crust, resulting in hurt feelings. Elsewhere, Monique approaches Charles about his slovenly habits.
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Episode 4 - Don't Be a Party Pooper
Release Date: 2012-10-06There's no rest for the weary as Robbie deals with squabbling employees during her birthday week. Elsewhere, Tim realizes he needs to make plans for running Sweetie Pie's after his mom's retirement.
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Episode 5 - Showing Up Is Hard to Do
Release Date: 2012-10-13Jenae makes plans for TJ's first-birthday party, but Tim's duties may keep him from getting to the bash on time.
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Episode 6 - Charles in Charge
Release Date: 2012-10-20Robbie goes on vacation and leaves Charles to run the Upper Crust; Jenae needs help getting her wedding plans back on track.
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Episode 7 - Just Say 'Yes Ma'am'
Release Date: 2012-11-03Tim sends staff members from the Mangrove to assist an ailing Robbie at Upper Crust; Charles decides he wants to be an actor.
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Episode 8 - The Future of the Mangrove, Part 1
Release Date: 2012-11-10Part 1 of 2. Robbie focuses on consolidating restaurants and prepares to receive a community award; Tim works to keep the Mangrove open and unwittingly blows off Jenae.
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Episode 9 - The Future of the Mangrove, Part 2
Release Date: 2012-11-17Conclusion. The staff deals with the fallout from Tim's decision to close the Mangrove. Elsewhere, Jenae plans to move into the new house without Tim; and Charlie wants to be a fisherman.
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Episode 10 - HOLIDAY Special!
Release Date: 2012-11-24A holiday edition, featuring the cast members sharing stories of life behind the camera.
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Episode 11 - Lean on Me
Release Date: 2012-12-01Jenae surprises Robbie with a girls' night out involving a striptease class; Tim hires a new manager for the Mangrove; Robbie arranges counseling for Andre.
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Episode 12 - Voices Carry, Charles Doesn't
Release Date: 2012-12-08Charles is kicked out of Monique's house and opts to move in with Tim. Elsewhere, Robbie learns that she needs surgery on her vocal chords; and Ike gets a huge surprise.
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Episode 13 - Highballs & Low-Balls
Release Date: 2012-12-15Robbie hires a tutor for Andre. Elsewhere, the Upper Crust's liquor license comes through, much to Charles' delight; and a land dispute affects business.