Ninth Avenue: Vegan Heaven

For four months my vegan gal pals have been scheduling and rescheduling a trip to Cocoa V. Finally: we came, saw and left with bloated bellies. But first…

Blossom De Jour, high-end Blossom’s “shrewd” fast food sister, has recently taken space next to NYC vegan landmark, Cocoa V. So naturally, before laying down a layer of cocoa deliciousness, the gals and I needed a strong food base in our bellies. The Skyscraper, Blossom Du Jour’s fantastic veggie burger did the trick. Atop a great-textured and flavorful patty they pile soy bacon, v-cheese, greens, tomato, pickle, an onion ring (!!!) and a very, very special sauce. This is likely the best vegan burger in all of NYC… and I’ve eaten many [here]!
There she is again.  Per. Fect.
We split their Mac & Cheese, a subtle-flavored but satisfyingly creamy side.

Cocoa V, the world’s only 100% vegan, organic and fair trade chocolate boutique, is in New York City. [Yes, New York City: my home, my love, my lit concrete “Billy Jean” step… and kink in my neck.] Nowhere else can one find high end vegan truffles, bon bons and barks; caramel and chocolate fondue, toffee and truffles than Cocoa V. Best of all is the quality of said items. Refined, exquisite–their chocolate is art: Look!
Did I mention they have cupcakes? Delicious and moist cupcakes with a buttery icing unlike any vegan icing I’ve tasted. Definitely the best in the city.

We arrived late and many selections were out unfortunately. My bon bon choices: pecan praline and coconut caramel. Rich and delicate little bites of chocolate heaven. Who wants to go in on a cater-sized tray?

CandyPenny and ArtSparrow work the cupcakes and camera while I stare helpless at each bite of my vanilla cupcake.

Click here for my first Cocoa V posting and more scrumptious-looking chocolate.