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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Monday, December 17, 2012

Quote of the Week - 12.17.12





Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful.
~ Thich Nhat Hanh

Because of Fair Trade, chocolate is more delicious.
~ Coco-Zen

Sunday, December 9, 2012

Quote of the Week - 12.09.12





What soap is to the body, laughter is to the soul.
~ Yiddish Proverb

What laughter is to the soul, Fair Trade can be to chocolate.
~ Coco-Zen

Monday, December 3, 2012

Stuff We Found Today - 12.03.12




Eco-friendly Christmas Trees



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Sunday, December 2, 2012

Quote of the Week - 12.02.12



Every day holds the possibility of a miracle.
~ Elizabeth David

Every day holds the possibility of Fair Trade chocolate.
~ Coco-Zen

Saturday, December 1, 2012

Chocolate Holiday Critters Have Returned





Dressed to the nines in festive bow ties, these adorable peanut butter bears and peppermint penguins are back for the holidays and ready to celebrate! Made with organically grown ingredients and Fair Trade chocolate, these little critters are sure to bring good cheer this holiday season.

Check out our Holiday Shop to find the perfect chocolate treats for your favorite chocoholic!

Thursday, November 29, 2012

20% Off chocolate treats for everyone...2 days left!




2 days left to save on chocolate treats for everyone...
Place your holiday orders by Nov 30th and save 20% off your entire purchase. Shop on Coco-Zen.com and use promo code PREHOL2012 upon check out. All holiday pre-orders will begin shipping week of Dec 10th.


Beautiful bars of chocolate goodness...
Studded with a variety of dried fruits, nuts and spices, these bars of organic and Fair Trade chocolate are a beautiful, gourmet treat for any chocolate lover.




Our twist on a traditional French confection...
Traditionally served at the end of Christmas dinner, French mendiants are chocolate disks, studded with nuts and dried fruits to symbolize the four mendicant or monastic orders. We've taken these sweet little confections and incorporated fruits and nuts from around the world, making our Chocolate Mendiants a beautiful treat for anytime of year.

Sunday, November 25, 2012

Quote of the Week - 11.25.12




Good fortune is what happens when opportunity meets with planning.
~ Thomas Edison

Good chocolate is what happens when cocoa meets with Fair Trade.
~ Coco-Zen

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Stuff We Found Today - 11.18.12



Amazing Shapeshifting Mimic Octopus



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Quote of the Week - 11.18.12




The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.
~ E. E. Cummings

The most wasted of all days is one without Fair Trade chocolate.
~ Coco-Zen

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Quote of the Week - 11.11.12




He is able who thinks he is able.
~ Buddha

He can have Fair Trade chocolate who thinks he can have Fair Trade chocolate.
~ Coco-Zen

Monday, November 5, 2012

Quote of the Week - 11.04.12




Love is just like rice - plant it elsewhere and it grows.
~ Malagasy Proverb

Love is like Fair Trade chocolate - share it and it grows.
~ Coco-Zen

Monday, October 29, 2012

VIDEO: Maria | Playing For Change

Here's the newest video from Playing For Change...sweet and beautiful.





"Today we are proud to share a new video for our 'Live Outside' series, featuring Louis Mhlanga. 'Maria' was recorded and filmed in Louis' back yard in South Africa. Sometimes great music is just in the moment, and today we celebrate these moments together through music."

Quote of the Week - 10.28.21




Happiness never decreases by being shared.
~Buddha

Share a little happiness...share some Fair Trade chocolate.
~Coco-Zen

Friday, October 26, 2012

Stuff We Found Today - 10.26.12



Zombie pumpkins at New York Botanical Garden



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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Quote of the Week - 10.21.12





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

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Stuff We Found Today - 10.07.12



Waste Free School Lunches



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  • Show The Love - These guys make hand-crafted jewelry with recycled metals and ethically sourced stones...and they're super cool!

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Quote of the Week - 10.07.12





Smile, breathe, and go slowly.
~ Thich Nhat Hanh

Smile, breathe, and eat Fair Trade chocolate.
~ Coco-Zen

Monday, October 1, 2012

October is Fair Trade Month...Easy Ways to Get Involved!




"This October is the 9th annual Fair Trade Month.  Throughout the month, ethically-minded consumers, retailers and brands will unite to celebrate and promote Fair Trade. A variety of education events, in-store sampling programs and online initiatives have been planned to help increase awareness and sales of Fair Trade Certified products, ultimately leading to greater impact for farmers and workers in developing countries."

Visit Fair Trade USA's Fair Trade Month webpage for information about Fair Trade, events, and how you can get involved. They've even put together 10 Easy Ways to Celebrate Fair Trade Month...check it out!

Of course, don't forget Fair Trade chocolates for Halloween this year!


Sunday, September 30, 2012

Quote of the Week - 09.30.12



 

If you are too busy to laugh, you are too busy.
Unknown

If you are too busy to enjoy some Fair Trade chocolate, you are too busy.
- Coco-Zen

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Stuff We Found Today - 09.25.12



Hummingbird Clearwing Moth



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Monday, September 24, 2012

Quote of the Week - 09.23.12




Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.
Mahatma Ghandi


Happiness is when planet, people and chocolate are in harmony.
- Coco-Zen

Monday, September 17, 2012

Stuff We Found Today - 09.17.12



National Geographic: Miniature Chameleon from Madagascar


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Quote of the Week - 09.16.12





Success is more permanent when you achieve it without destroying your principles.
Walter Cronkite


Chocolate is more delicious when you achieve it through Fair Trade.
- Coco-Zen

Sunday, September 9, 2012

Stuff We Found Today - 09.09.12


Solar energy globes can harvest energy from sun or moonlight



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Quote of the Week - 09.09.12





Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.
Winston Churchill


Fair Trade chocolate is a little thing that makes a big difference.
- Coco-Zen