What is Coco-Zen?

Coco-Zen is a state of nirvana achieved by surrendering to the taste and aroma
of luscious, rich chocolate.

It's knowing that you are helping our planet and its people,
because all of our treats are handmade from organic and Fair Trade Certified™ chocolate.

A state of ecstasy, peace and harmony, Coco-Zen is oneness with chocolate.

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Sunday, July 25, 2010

Stuff We Found Today - 07.25.10

Upcycled Gown Made From 1,000 Newspaper Cranes

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Quote of the Week - 07.25.10

"The smallest deed is better than the greatest intention."
~John Burroughs

"The smallest piece of Fair Trade chocolate is better than the greatest that is not."
~Coco-Zen
Coco-Zen Fair Trade chocolates

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

VIDEO: The Story of Cosmetics



"The Story of Cosmetics, released on July 21st, 2010, examines the pervasive use of toxic chemicals in our everyday personal care products, from lipstick to baby shampoo. Produced with Free Range Studios and hosted by Annie Leonard, the seven-minute film by The Story of Stuff Project reveals the implications for consumer and worker health and the environment, and outlines ways we can move the industry away from hazardous chemicals and towards safer alternatives. The film concludes with a call for viewers to support legislation aimed at ensuring the safety of cosmetics and personal care products."

Sunday, July 18, 2010

VIDEO: Colbert Report - Science Catfight...


Climate war on the Colbert Report...

The Colbert ReportMon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c
Science Catfight - Joe Bastardi vs. Brenda Ekwurzel
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Quote of the Week - 07.18.10

"Happiness comes when your work and words are of benefit to yourself and others."
~Buddha

"Happiness comes when chocolate is a benefit to yourself and others…choose Fair Trade."
~Coco-Zen
Coco-Zen Fair Trade chocolates

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Stuff We Found Today - 07.15.10

FLOTUS working up a sweat in the WH garden with elementary school kids - awesome!!

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  • A social network for 'off-gridders' - (Mother Nature Network) "Off-grid guru offers a social network and news source for people looking to drop out of the grind and to power up with solar." Interesting movement...
  • Cool interactive maps track Gulf oil impacts - (Mother Nature Network) "Two new data maps let you see the scope of various Gulf oil impacts and raise questions about why certain beaches remain open."
  • FarmVille to offer organic crop - (Mother Nature Network) "For the first time, gamers can grow organic blueberries and learn the principals of sustainable farming." Hmmm...guess this if for all you Facebook FarmVille junkies!

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    Sunday, July 11, 2010

    VIDEO: BP Spills Coffee




    "What would happen if BP spilled a bunch of coffee on their conference room table? Pretty much the same thing if they spilled a whole bunch of oil in the Gulf of Mexico."

    Quote of the Week - 07.11.10

    "He who learns but does not think is lost. He who thinks but does not learn is in great danger."
    ~Confucious

    "He who eats chocolate but does not buy Fair Trade is lost. He who buys Fair Trade chocolate but does not eat it is insane."
    ~Coco-Zen
    Coco-Zen Fair Trade chocolates

    Friday, July 9, 2010

    Organic Raspberry & Strawberry Meet Fair Trade Dark Chocolate...mmm!

    Summer berries are here, and they're bursting with flavor. We're pairing them with deep dark chocolate to create our strawberry and raspberry truffles, but we'll only be making these as long as summer berries are around.... so, order some before they're gone!

    Each batch of strawberry and raspberry truffles starts with organic berries from our local farmer's market. These ripe and succulent berries are then slow roasted for hours, intensifying their flavor. Finally, they're pureed and blended into a dark chocolate ganache with a touch of organic coconut cream.


    Both of our berry truffles are enrobed in organic Fair Trade Certified™ 72% dark chocolate and then topped off with a slice of organic dried strawberry or organic dried raspberry. The "Strawberries & Chocolate" truffles are fragrant, yet subtle, while the "Raspberries & Chocolate" truffles have a bolder and more intense flavor.


    Available in our large dessert-sized truffles, the strawberry and raspberry truffles are both options for our Truffles-To-Give, Truffles-To-Share or Bulk Truffles.

    Psst... our raspberry and strawberry truffles just happen to be vegan, but no one has to know!

    Wednesday, July 7, 2010

    Stuff We Found Today - 07.07.09

    New Fairtrade flavor for Ben & Jerry's!!

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    • Trade Your Stuff! - (The Daily Green) "Try Swaptree for exchanging books, music, movies and more."

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