Imagine indulging in award-winning chocolates from a Black-owned, woman-owned shop in Madison, Wisconsin. I don't have to imagine--I've experienced the best chocolates ever! I'm obsessed with chocolate! @cocovaa has been on my must-try list forever, and I finally made it there just in time before their summer break. When I arrived, most of the treats were sold out, but I got to sample everything that was left. And wow, the chocolates were pure magic, and the exceptional service from the owner and her son made it even sweeter. Here are the flavors I tried: Coffee Creme Brulee - Caramelized sugar on top of coffee & vanilla bean white chocolate ganache, encased in white chocolate. Persian Saffron - Persian saffron-infused white chocolate ganache, encased in dark chocolate. Hazelnut Praline - Milk chocolate & hazelnut praline blended with crispy croquant, encased in dark chocolate. Lemongrass Pear Frangipane - Lemongrass & pear purees encased in dark chocolate with an almond chocolate bottom. Blueberry, Lemon & Lavender - Lemon caramel on top of blueberry and lavender-infused ganache, encased in dark chocolate. Turkish Coffee - Coffee and cardamom-infused single-origin Venezuelan dark chocolate ganache, encased in dark chocolate. Key Lime Pie - Key lime caramel on top with a cookie crunch bottom. Every bite was a delight. Can't wait to go back for more! read more

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I stopped in after learning about this award winning chocolatier, and they did not disappoint! I bought a pack of artisan chocolate eggs and a 9 piece box of chocolates, although I could easily have filled a 24-piece box! The owner and her son operate the business, and she spent a couple of minutes chatting with me. There were few people seated enjoying tea or coffee with their chocolates and pastries made on site, as well as another with wine and chocolates. I couldn't wait to get home to tear into my box of chocolates! A few of my favorites included the Blueberry, Lemon, Lavendar, the Calamansi Caramel, Cherry Blossom, and Persian Saffron! I will definitely return! read more

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This is a small chocolate shop. There are very limited number of seats inside. There were some boutique chocolate and cake in the display, but didn't see any ice cream. It was very hot outside. I was in the mood for ice cream. Thankfully the owner was very creative. She just asked for my taste, and created a pistachio sundae just like that. Its not in the menu. Just custom made for me. Pistachio ice cream, chocolate mouse and cherry. That was a good combination. I took a 4 piece chocolate box as well. Passion fruit mango caramel was my favorite flavor. Passion fruit mango center is sour and sweet. Hazelnut praline was my second favorite item. Persian saffron was a good flavor as well. Ube and coconut was good too, but the least in the 4 I picked. All chocolate looked beautiful and colorful. read more

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If you're looking for cheap and okay chocolate, this is not the place to go. They have a pretty decent array of bon bons. We got a 9 pack which was 30$. The chocolate was heavenly. The preference would be to bring your laptop and do some work in the nice ambient area while you scarf down your bon bons. read more

Amazing creations and unique flavor combinations! I haven't been to the new location but if it's anything close to her prior location, it will be phenomenal. read more

CocoVaa has the best chocolate in Madison! I love going to CocoVaa for special occasions. It is a little pricey, but worth the money and quality of chocolates you are getting. I have gone twice now and have gotten a box of chocolates each time. The flavors are bold and intense. My favorites are the passion fruit mango, rose berry, and persian saffron. You can definitely tell the ingredients are top tier. Next time I would love to try their cakes or desserts! read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

The best local chocolate shop, hands down!!! A Black woman owned fine chocolate shop centered around building community, high quality products with award winning skill and creative flavors! Built from the ground up with care in every detail of the shop and each product. I honestly don't have enough words to describe the amazingness of the chocolates here, the patisserie treats, and the love Syovata puts into everything she touches. Please go support this amazing woman putting Madison on the map as a fine chocolate superstar. read more

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Wow! If you are planning on getting chocolates for a special occasion, loved one, or just want to treat yourself, you NEED to stop by CocoVaa for what I think is the best chocolate in Madison (in the world, if I'm being honest). Each piece looks like the most beautiful gem with intricate designs and unique shapes. The fruity flavors really pop like you just bit into a ripe blackberry or tangy passion fruit. Each bite is smooth and creamy with a delightful crunch of a chocolate shell. We grabbed a box of 9 to try an assortment of delicious candies. Each one is so special, you won't want to share. I think my favorites were the Passionfruit Mango Caramel and the Persian Saffron. There are also beautiful desserts available to eat with an array of teas to enjoy. Can't wait to stop by again! read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - a variety of chocolates - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

My mom and I stopped in over Mother's Day weekend and it was so serene. The chocolate is so delicious(I knew there was a reason I had been avoiding). I love dessert and the caramel was so yummy! My mom had the lemon meringue and I had the chocolate espresso cheesecake! It was such a beautiful time spent there! Thank you CocoVaa!! read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - two plates of dessert - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Such a stunning array of chocolates! If you want to eat - or gift - chocolates that double as works of art, look no further. They also ship nationwide. read more

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CocoVaa has the most decadent chocolates I have had the privilege of buying. It is worth the visit to Madison to experience all she has to offer. I'm excited to return when the shop reopens in September and try some vegan chocolates! read more

Yummy. I love to experience different chocolatiers and they each seem to have their niche. CocoBaa is no exception. All the Chocolates are beautifully decorated and flavorful. She states in a pamphlet sent with the chocolates that she rotates and comes up with new flavors so it would be too difficult to make a list of the flavors in your box. One of the interesting flavors I picked for a 9 piece box was smoky pine. It intrigued me and I am glad I chose it. It was just what it said-smoky with a hint of pine. I loved it and hope it is one of the staples. Other flavors were salted Carmel, cherry, mango, mint and a couple of Other flavors that were unique. If you buy a box you are charged a small amount for The box but if you bring the box back for a "refill" then you can forego the charge for a new box. The boxes are very nice. I look forward to my "refill". read more

I originally learned about CocoVaa from the dumb Mars lawsuit years ago and decided to swing by to get some chocolates as gifts for relatives. These chocolates aren't cheap, but they are award-winning and you'll be supporting a Black, woman-owned business. I had the person working the counter just pick and choose for me (I'm very indecisive) so I don't know exactly what flavors I got, but the one I actually ate I think was passionfruit. I was surprised to find a relatively liquid fruity filling. The passionfruit flavor was quite strong. Clear that she uses fresh ingredients and that's why they recommend consuming within 10 days. A nice gift, with attractive box. read more

These chocolates are absolute perfection - not only do they look incredible, but they taste even better! My absolute favorite flavor that I will always keep coming back for is the Passionfruit Mango Caramel. It is buttery and tart with just the right amount of sweetness. I was also really impressed with the beautiful Hanukkah gift box this past winter. This is an amazing woman-owned, Black-owned business that is creating something unique and wonderful. read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

The most flavorful and beautiful chocolates in Madison. The competition does not come close. I've tried all of the top-rated chocolate shops here: Madison Chocolate Company, Gail Ambrosius, Candinas, Infusion Chocolates and Kilwin's. All of their chocolates pale in comparison to the bold, balanced, and well-executed flavors that Syovata Edari creates in the CocoVaa kitchen. Some flavor highlights: Morello cherry bonbon: I've never tasted something so full of the essence of cherries. It was slightly tart, mouthwatering, and refreshing. Moroccan mint: This is what I wish mint leaves tasted like. It's not like your Girl Scout Thin Mint cookies. It reminds you of the fragrant plant that went into it. I read the description of the flavor after I tasted the bonbon and was surprised that it contained a hint of green tea. Maybe that's what took the mint from a common candy flavor to being a subtle, distinctively herbal essence. I thought this flavor combination was clever. Persian saffron: It's strange, but I feel emotional when I eat this one. After it melts on my tongue, the flavor feels warm and comforting. It makes me think of drinking a warm glass of milk in a cozy place. Pear-hazelnut-blue cheese: One of the experimental flavors that Syovata sometimes puts out. I was a little scared, but I took the leap and I really liked it. It just worked. The blue cheese was not intrusive. The flavors rolled onto your tongue in succession like stages of a firework and melded well with each other. It was brilliant. I cannot praise this chocolatier enough. If all you want from chocolate is to bombard your taste buds with sweetness, then this chocolatier may not be for you, but anyone looking for a memorable, flavor-infused chocolate will love this place. read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Morello cherry tart - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Might've just dropped $40-ish on treats for myself... But one visit and you will understand completely. CocoVaa has won numerous awards for outstanding chocolate and well deserved. Supporting a black woman owned business just is an added bonus. Nowhere else outside of London have I've been able to get Violet truffles on a consistent basis, and now I have found a white chocolate and French violet bar is available as well. I am floating on a cloud right now anticipating sweetness and deliciousness above and beyond anything. read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Yum! - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Nicest people for helping you choose your favorite chocolates. Every flavor was more interesting than the next. I'm excited to try the flavors selected for a box to go. Plus, we got opera cake to go! read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Yum! - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

She is truly magnificent, extremely knowledgeable in pairing of wines!!! And stepping into CocoVaa transports your spirit to your personal happy place!!! Missing CocoVaa something awful!!! read more

I didn't believe the pictures. So I had to come in and see for myself...What an amazing, elegant, classy dream come true for all things chocolate! When I arrived there was 1 gentleman completing his order, and I looked at the two cases and thought that was all. I was mistaken! I looked at the cases and said "Give me 1 of everything!" I ended up with two of somethings...The owner showed me and told me of all of the chocolate, she showed me the most beautiful egg, perched up on top of a wall. Then showed me a sculpture that looked like it should have been in the Chazen Museum...IT WAS CHOCOLATE! She told me of her plans for Easter and showed me the real-looking leopard print shoe, that is also all chocolate! I went in there an spent more money than I wanted to but it was completely worth it, and I will be back. My wife loved the chocolate and couldn't believe the designs and colors on the chocolate weren't stickers or printed paper...CocoVaa, job well done! read more

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Super impressive chocolates now located in a super impressive new space. Then back story of the owner is impressive too and the international awards she's won speak for themselves. This place is definitely worth a return visit next time I'm back in town. read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Amazingly beautiful new space for this local treasure. - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Know how The Barefoot Contessa, Ina Garten, likes to say about a recipe, something classic but now "with the volume turned up"? That is the experience that can be only found at CocoVaa. They take everything to volume 11 & you will not regret splurging! :) Their unique flavor combinations (& inclusion of textures with balance!!) make for the ultimate indulgence This is a destination shop for any devotee of fine chocolates! read more

After reading outstanding reviews of CocoVaa chocolates, we decided to stop by during our annual Madison visit. I'm so glad we did. CocoVaa chocolates are truly delicious and beautiful. We'll definitely be back read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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This is absolutely the best chocolate around, hand's down. I just discovered this place a couple of months ago, and I have been allowing myself a visit every couple of weeks. (We all need a treat to look forward to during these COVID times, right?) The chocolates are unique and delicious, worth every cent. The salted caramel sauce is to die for (on a spoon, straight out the jar!). The caramel pecan bars and hedgehogs are amazing. And don't even get me started on the tarts/tartlets. I'm on my way there this weekend to pick out an assorted box of chocolates for a friend. I might have to pick up something for myself. read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Key lime coconut card tartlet with cardamom cream. - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

This is the place if you want to try really great gourmet chocolate. We met with owner and it felt like she really likes doing this and enjoys every part of it. I tried a piece of everything on the display ( yes i like chocolate) and was simply amazed with the variation of ingredients. The menu is on a rotation and changes in a couple of weeks. You might find something new when you go again. Tip - you can find turmeric milk if you like that. read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Me and misses were told by a family friend to come to this chocolatier and we were not disappointed. We ordered some tasty chocolate candies to take back to Milwaukee for friends and family. While in the restaurant we tried the caramel stuffed cookie tarts and the dark chocolate tart, oh boy tasty! The owner gave us samples of the caramel candy and mango candy, they were wonderful. Now I want to warn you, the place ain't cheap, but if you've been to Godiva, the prices are fairly similar. The next time we come, I'll treat my self to an Ethiopian coffee, our friend said that was good also. read more

I love the chocolate from CocoVaa! They are delicious and the tiramisu cup I got was very decadent. The chocolate was dark chocolate which I enjoy. The workers are always so nice and helpful when I go. Today I also got drinking chocolate and I am excited to try it out soon! read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Tiramisu Chocolate Cup - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I had recently taken my folks and SO to CocoVaa to get a taste of some of the stores Madison had to offer. We treated ourselves to an assortment of unique treats including some insanely palatable truffles (ranging from old standbys to singular assortments), fresh chocolate cake, and coffee. The owner and head chocolatier greeted us and told us the story of her business, the process of chocolate making- from harvest to production. She comes of as passionate, sincere, and level headed. Someone who I trust in curating future experiences for me and my family as well as providing us with some outstanding product. I hear they're serving alcohol now, too. So, more of a reason to stop in. I recommend getting gifts from here or bringing in out of towners to get an idea of what it is to buy local in Madison. Plus, their coffee is primo. read more

Online ordered on Thursday for Sunday delivery. Their message stated they would email prior to their delivery; I left a phone number and address anyways. No delivery on Sunday. No email, no phone call. Wasted my entire Sunday waiting in my apartment for 14 hours. Finally called the place at 4pm. "We received too many orders, no one knows what's going on, half of the people didn't put their addresses in their orders, no one knows what they're doing." ....Great. 1. How can you accept "150 online orders" if you know you don't have the staff to create, bake, wrap, and deliver those orders? 2. How can you not prioritize the orders based on when they were placed? 3. How can you not request extra help from anyone? 4. How can you not reach out to the people who didn't leave their addresses, to prioritize your delivery methods? 5. How can you not reach out to the people who did follow the directions and prioritize their orders, or post something somewhere saying you'll be late with deliveries, prior to closing your business for the day?" This place obviously has teenagers running their business. If you're only open 3 days a week, and you start baking on Thursday night or Friday morning, start planning your delivery routes a day or two early. We would have just come and picked our order up, but according to the kid on the other end of the phone, "don't worry, you'll get your order today." ....Nope. No courtesy call. No email. Nothing. Decided to finally check Facebook again at 9pm and read the message there that they were continuing deliveries on Monday. People work on Monday. Not sure how you'll get their cake to them. What a waste of time. Don't bother. Never again. read more

I was so impressed with the box of chocolates I received as a gift - tiny chocolate works of art filled with an ingenious and delicious combination of ingredients. Absolute perfection! Thank you so much for providing me with an incredible experience. read more

CocoVaa is simply one of the best chocolatiers in the US. She has won numerous international, prestigious awards! And they are so well deserved. Her chocolates are both super pretty and the flavor is out of this world. The packaging is super pretty, to boot The owner is kind, smart and kick-ass. This is a small business that is worth supporting. read more

CocoVaa is absolutely magical! My husband and I loved EVERYTHING we tried! I appreciate how kind and knowledgeable the owner and staff were. Definitely an unexpected gem in Madison! Can't wait to come back! We plan to purchase Christmas gifts for our friends and family online. :) read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Bonbon display - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Best chocolates I have had in Madison, hands down! If you are looking for a perfect and delicious chocolate treat I would highly recommend checking this local shop out. I honestly feel as if these chocolates have ruined other chocolates for me as nothing I have can quite compare to them. While in Europe recently I made it a point to test out and bring back chocolates from every country I visited to try alongside these....none even came close. The Passionfruit Mango Caramel is by far my favorite, with a flavor that just takes you out of reality in its rich, smooth, and fruity flavor that will leave your tastebuds craving more. The Salted Caramel is another great option if you are looking for a classic treat to sink your teeth into! Beyond that, the owner is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and clearly passionate about what she does. She has done an amazing job crafting what is to me, a world class assortment of chocolates. read more

I stopped at CocoVaa last week to pick up a birthday gift for my mom and some extra treats for family. The tarts and bonbons were all wonderful ~ everyone loved them! The "everything" bars that the staff recommended were also a huge hit. The product was outstanding, as was the customer service. Although it was near closing time, the owner took the time to gladly and informatively answer my many questions. I highly recommend CocoVaa, which is a benefit to the Madison community. read more

First thank you for being open and keeping us all safe while you're doing it! I looove chocolate and Cocovaa has taken chocolate to a whole new level for me. I didn't realize it could be this good. The bar is set! The energy of Vata, the owner and her employees is contagious, they love people and they love chocolate. Every time I go to Cocovaa it is a whole experience. If you haven't gone please go!! Don't forget a mask, but they have that too in case you forget read more

A trip to CocoVaa is one to chocolate heaven!The handcrafted bon bons, which are exquisite to the eye as well as the palate, are made with high quality chocolate with unique flavors. If you want a chocolate high, try the drinking chocolate, which has the consistency of nectar with rich flavor. The owner is friendly and clearly passionate about her creations. I highly recommend you try CocoVaa! read more

CocoVaa Chocolatier - Chocolate nirvana - Chocolatiers & Shops Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

I stopped here pregnant with my spouse and the poor guy didn't stand a chance--I needed basically everything I saw haha. EVERYTHING is a must have and the owner is so lovely. I'm already counting down the days til our next visit. And the funny thing is I'm not usually the biggest fan of chocolate, but I like not only the non-chocolate focused products they offer but also the very chocolate focused ones! The quality and artistry put into them is obvious and intoxicating. read more

Thank you for your amazing chocolates! I'm so happy to have found you and your products ! I've look high and low for the best chocolates and I've found CocoVaa !! Thank you !!! read more

Close your eyes and pick something, you cannot go wrong at CocoVaa. There is nothing typical about her flavors, even the ones with nuts stand out do to the quality (hello Nutkrack). Her Mago passion fruit (a favorite) goes great with ice-cream and her house sprinkles. It is seriously a worthwhile treat every weekend. Also, Syovata Edari is the owner and she's as fearless as her chocolate! Go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Amazing chocolates with stellar and surprising flavor combinations. Each one in the assorted box i received was perfectly balanced and delicious. read more

Wonderful, beautiful, creative chocolate. Award winning chocolate. Chic, new space in the new Marling building. Although my favorite flavor is whichever one I am eating, I particularly love the passion fruit and the saffron. I'm still looking for a good reason to buy a chocolate shoe... Go there! You will thank me. read more