SLOWreading | Chocolate & Poetry Chapbook (PDF download)

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In July 2024, slowcocoa proudly hosted NYC's first craft chocolate poetry night in collaboration with Kaleidoscope Studios in Brooklyn. We paired over a dozen original performances from talented local poets with a curated selection of slowcocoa craft chocolate.

This digital program is a record of that gathering. It publishes each poem in full, alongside poet bios and corresponding chocolate pairings. All proceeds from the digital program are going to Urban Word NYC, an incredible organization that empowers marginalized young voices in NYC and beyond through literacy programs, creative writing workshops, and performance opportunities – notably founding the National Youth Poet Laureate Program.

Donations are available on a sliding scale. To contribute an amount other than the preset options, simply choose any option and adjust the "quantity" to your desired contribution level. Thank you for your support!

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Cobi is so friendly and makes best chocolate I’ve tasted in recent memory

Cobi is so friendly and makes best chocolate I’ve tasted in recent memory. He always gives out samples and freebies. Love seeing him at the farmers market each week!

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Jodi G.

Creamy chocolate made by people who care about the earth and humanity! Great flavor!

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Abbe K.

Delicious hand crafted chocolate. Not the kind you just eat mindlessly, but the kind you savor with every bite.

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William S.

Excellent product - quality and variety are first rate; customer service is friendly, I know they value my business!

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Robert E.

I'm a hardcore dark chocolate lover, and can humbly say I've had some of the best chocolate from all over the world....and Slowcocoa is in the very top rank. This is SUPERB chocolate, made with the finest ingredients and with loving care by true craftspeople. I cannot recommend it highly enough!

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Susan S.
I enjoy trying something new every week! I will always get the hot chocolate though!

I enjoy trying something new everyw

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Barbara M.

The CUTEST vegan mini Springtime treats!! I’m SO excited (making May Baskets - IYKYK)!! GREAT price too!! ❤️ 💕❤️💕❤️

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Susan S.
Every time I visit I have a new adventure! I plan to taste my way through all of the flavors!

Every time I visit I have a new adventure! I plan to taste my way through all of the flavors! Coby is so friendly and knowledgeable, it makes shopping here a real pleasure!

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Mele M.

Absolutely love this chocolate. You have to try the Salty Kiss!!

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Susan S.
I really enjoy shopping at this booth! Coby(?)

I really enjoy shopping at this booth! Coby(?) is so friendly and knowledgeable!

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Madeleine K.

This chocolate tea changed my life and I have been pushing it on anyone and everyone who will listen. It is so good for you and so delicious.

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Marina M.

The tastiest chocolate I’ve ever had. Kobi is thoughtful and conscientious about his craft from start to finish and the proof is in the chocolate! Would make a great gift or a treat for yourself!

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Marissa D.

This chocolate is unlike any I have ever had! I love that most of the bars are only made with two ingredients (the most important): organic cacao and organic sugar. So yummy and smooth, and the hot chocolate is to die for. Will definitely be getting more for myself and loved ones!

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Liana L.

This is truly the best chocolate I've EVER had, and I'm a TRUE chocolate lover. They care so much about the quality of their chocolates, and it really shows through in the flavor. Nothing I've been able to find at grocery stores hold a candle to it. They are always coming out with new fun origins to try, and a lot of the chocolate bars have a little poem inside to go with it which is so lovely and sweet. Such an innovative way to enjoy this delicacy, and I can't imagine finding a more flavorful chocolate bar than these ones. Thank you slowcocoa for bringing such delicious joy to my life!

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willow h.

delicious and carefully crafted with lots of love!! so much care and attention is put into the sourcing and producing of this chocolate and it shows in the hand-packaged products and the deliciousness of every variety!

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Mandi N.

Best chocolate ever! Love supporting local NYC businesses :)

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Nitin R.

I tried this chocolate at the Larchmont Farmer’s Market. Really really delicious!! High quality chocolate and not too sweet. Kobi gave me free samples and he’s a delight!

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Dr. K.V.

Such an awesome organization & quite literally The BEST chocolate I’ve experienced. The story, the vision, the minimal high-quality ingredients— sensory & energetic depth to the 9’s. So Many Layers of Love. Truly experiential, mind-body-soul food-medicine

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Natanel F.

Some of the best new vegan craft chocolate on the market right now. This delicious company keeps me coming back with their new creative flavors and pop up shops in farmers markets around the tri-state area! Highley recommend for vegans AND non-vegans!

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Jordan G.

This is my new favorite chocolate!!

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Tovya

For slowcocoa (and slowcocoa alone) I’d brave the subway an hour and a half, 8 am, Sunday morning. Those spicy Pequin mangos will really wake you up, yowza :0

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Diksha M.

I don't usually care for typing a review but this chocolate bar was so good that I had to type this. I have a really sweet tooth and have limited options because I'm a vegan. I'm so glad to have discovered Slow Cocoa. 10/10 would recommend

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Zach W.

Some of the best chocolate I’ve ever had — including non-vegan chocolate. The consistency and flavor is incredible. Truly.

PS. The white chocolate is better than any non-vegan white chocolate (in my opinion). I’m not a white chocolate person, but slowcocoa white chocolate is one of my all time favorites. 10/10

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Sara A.

Dark chocolate has never been a favorite of mine, but WOW! After tasting @slowcocoa for the first time, this vegan, craft chocolate is my new go-to! Try it for a whole new experience of decadence.

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Daniel M.

Great chocolate and even better company! Watching the slow cocoa process is a magical experience topped off with an unforgettable taste!

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Anna G.

Unique, creamy, rich, vegan chocolate that is so thoughtfully made and packaged. There’s nothing else like it!

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Marina G.

The best vegan chocolate I’ve ever had. I’m not even vegan, but I can honestly say this is the tastiest, most high-quality chocolate. The delivery was fast and packaging is so cute. Will definitely be buying more!

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yonatan a.

An inspiring endeavor bringing vegan chocolate, fair trade, mindfulness and slowness- tastes great, highly recommended