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    The wrappers for Alter Eco's truffles are actually compostable!
    James K.

    There's too much to say about their chocolates but I'll just limit this to the ethical side of the review. OK, I'll say one thing about their chocolates - check out their truffles! Overall, I think that Alter Eco deserves 5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact, based on these factors: * Alter Eco has developed compostable wrappers for their truffles! The wrappers are made mostly from eucalyptus and birch. * The box is also FSC-certified and it looks like Alter Eco is very close to its goal of excluding plastic (even shrink-wrap for shipping) and only using packaging that's recyclable or compostable. * Alter Eco covers 100% of its carbon footprint by planting trees and conserving land in the Peruvian Amazon, through the Pur project. * 92.8% of the truffle ingredients are Fair Trade certified - in fact Alter Eco pays 1.3 times the Fair Trade price. * All of the relevant truffle ingredients are certified organic and are sourced from farmer-owned coops * To go beyond organic the Alter Eco Foundation was launched to transition cacao farmers from monoculture to regenerative agroforestry * Alter Eco is a certified B Corporation (with a very good score of 134)

    Denise C.

    Very interesting chocolate business concept. I saw their booth at the Bastille Day party at Justin Herman park. I was looking for chocolate for a friend recently and that's why I was inclined to check this out. I thought 4 bars for $10 was a great deal. The orange chocolate bar was $1...so that's what I got--5 bars for $11! The chocolate is very unique and tasteful. Started by two Frenchman who are now based in the Bay Area. Reminds me of the chocolate company Tcho, but it's more environmentally conscious. If you see Alter Eco, check them out. The samples were generous and really helped me decide what I wanted.

    Look for the 'Fair Trade' logo on ALL products.
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    I am a HUGE fan of Dark Chocolate and finding GREAT Vegan Dark Chocolate is hard to come by. I came across Organic/Vegan Alter Eco Dark Almond Chocolate yesterday (06-02-2013) and I am in love. This Dark Chocolate was included in my Healthy Surprise box and I quickly began the search of where I could find it locally. I quickly went onto Alter Eco's website and discovered that they had a search feature that allows you to enter your zip code and find local store that sell 'Alter Eco.' After discovering that several Whole Foods store sold 'Alter Eco' I gave them a call and quite frankly the person(s) I spoke with had no idea what I was talking about so I called 'Alter Eco' themselves and they were extremely helpful. The folks from 'Alter Eco' went into great detail about all of the 'Fair Trade' products they carry. Alter Eco not only sells Chocolate but they sell Quinoa, Rice & Sugar, all of which are 'Fair Trade Certified' items. You might ask yourself what is 'Fair Trade'? Well 'Fair Trade' means the producers have been paid a price that ensures sustainable production and living conditions, along with a premium to support the growth and advancement of the cooperatives and their communities. Contract prices between Alter Eco and the supplying farmers are 10% to 30% higher than the local market price, with an additional Fair Trade premium set every year by the Fairtrade Labelling Organization (by product category and country of origin). In a global food system where farmers often carry debt three times their annual income, Fair Trade provides concrete opportunities for a stable, prosperous life. I was pleased to discover that since 2007 Alter Eco has provided: $1,116,000 beyond market prices. $150,000 in premiums. Sustainable development for 6 co-ops. A living wage for 5,300 farmers. Alter Eco is also NON-GMO. To me there is no question where I will be buying my Vegan Dark Chocolate from this date forward. I truly do not care that I am paying $1.00 - $1.50 more for Chocolate knowing where it comes, who Alter Eco is supporting and the quality/care that goes into the product. If you have yet to try this product Vegan or not, you have to give Alter Eco a shot and I in my opinion you will not be disappointed.

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    Rada I.

    Not only do they strive to promote fair trade by using a sustainable approach, they are also dedicated to the excellence of their products. Beyond the core green foundation of the company, well...I'm a chocoholic and their varieties of chocolate are simply amazing. From the coffee to the tea, to the other goods, their products are truly of superior quality.

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    deliciously smooth and melty chocolate. the brown butter dark chocolate is one of my favs. so yummy!! would recommend.

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    Dandelion Chocolate - Iced Chocolate Chai and Chocolate Milk

    Dandelion Chocolate

    4.4(1.9k reviews)
    1.8 miMission
    $$

    Had an absolutely amazing time in the chocolate making class with Graham and enjoyed delicious…read moredrinks and pastries from the cafe. Would highly recommend paying the factory a visit!

    Why add another review to a venue that already has been so well reviewed? Because of the quality…read moreof my experience there; it is worth writing about! We came for a factory tour, about an hour long. It was fascinating and educational to learn about the craft of chocolates from fruit to beans to the chocolate bar, and to get to chocolate taste along the way. Their work is inspiring-adding minimal ingredients to their chocolate bars so that the flavors of the cacao beans shine naturally from where they originate. After the tour, we tried the hojicha hot chocolate, the celebration cake, and the matcha cookie. For the hojicha hot chocolate, the tea flavor was subtle, but good chocolate. The celebration cake was what we expected-glad it wasn't overly sweet so that cocoa is more pronounced, but it also wasn't too rich; I felt the chocolate here in some sense lacked depth. The matcha cookie was my favorite-a cake texture matcha exterior encasing a denser brownie-like chocolate core - a delicious combo! Last thoughts to prep for the experience if you tour- 1.) Eat before you go on the tour-sampling chocolate means you do get caffeinated, and you'll likely purchase more chocolate (more caffeine!) after :) 2.) Included with the tour is a complimentary chocolate drink of choice at the end, in case you were pondering whether to buy the hot chocolate or not ;) 3.) Dandelion Chocolate products are pricey but quality. Paying the price feels like it's appreciation of their art. If you love chocolate, it's a wonderful place to visit at least once!

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    Dandelion Chocolate - European drinking chocolate

    European drinking chocolate

    Dandelion Chocolate - House Hot Chocolate

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    Dandelion Chocolate - House Hot Chocolate (Oat Milk)

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    Dandelion Chocolate

    4.6(391 reviews)
    1.4 miMission
    $$

    ​After hours of dancing at the Carnival, my girlfriend and I needed a break before heading home…read more Since she had never been to Dandelion Chocolate, I knew it would be the perfect spot to unwind. ​I ordered an decaffeinated Americano, which was made to perfection. She hot chocolate that was topped with a marshmallow and was absolutely gushing over it the entire time. Beyond the drinks, the inside of this location is stunning. It's so chic and beautiful, from the gorgeous plants and large windows to the gold trim and chandelier. It is easily my absolute favorite location. It was the perfect way to wrap up an amazing day. Staff was so sweet and very friendly even at the end of their work day. CC accepted. Restroom available Oat milk available

    Fantastic vibes at this spot. High ceilings, black and gold aesthetic, clean fresh feel, the smell…read moreof chocolate lingering in the air... I got the Nibby Horchata (dairy-free), which is made of almonds, hazelnuts, cinnamon, cocoa nibs, and rice, it came out within a minute, and I sat down to do some work. It was a tasty drink, at a good price point (for SF especially), though I do think some oat or cow's milk would have added some more robust creaminess. I think I'd try the iced chocolate chai next time! My friends loved their cacao smoothie and frozen mocha. The wifi is fast and reliable, the music plays softly in the background without being overwhelming (and the rest of the volume level is just low-level chatter, not too loud and not too quiet), and there's plenty of natural light. It's a wonderful spot!

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    XOX Truffles - Truffles 1/4 lb. Take-Out

    XOX Truffles

    4.7(730 reviews)
    3.2 miRussian Hill, North Beach/Telegraph Hill
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    I came in about an hour before closing and got the medium rectangular gift box as a Valentine's Day…read moregift. I really like that you can choose exactly how many of each flavor you want in your box. I didn't realize that before, but it's a great option because you could literally get one of everything if you wanted to try them all. I chose orange, citron/lemon, caramel, earl grey, espresso, raspberry, and hazelnut. There was also a vegan raspberry option since the regular raspberry had sold out for the day, and honestly you couldn't tell the difference. It was delicious. I also tried the lemon in store, and the raspberry was my favorite. One small thing is that once they're bagged up, it can be a little hard to tell which flavor is which since they look pretty similar on the outside. Not a big deal, just something to keep in mind if you're trying to remember what's what. The owner mentioned he's had the shop for 30 years, which you can feel when you're in there. He took the time to neatly tie up the box and even gave me two complimentary pieces. The shop itself is tiny and charming with a good variety of flavors. A friend of mine has been coming here since childhood, and now I understand the hype. I'll definitely be back.

    I stopped by for a sweet treat after lunch - I just wanted something small, so it was perfect that…read morethis shop offers individual small truffles for $1.50/each. I got an espresso, a honey vodka, and an earl grey. The earl grey was my favorite, as it tasted like I dipped a brownie in earl grey tea (in a good way) Logistics: - A few indoor and outdoor tables - Limited street parking nearby

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    Dandelion Chocolate - Lovely présentation - pâte fruits, truffles and chocolate covered nuts 2/13/26

    Dandelion Chocolate

    4.5(25 reviews)
    3.2 miPacific Heights

    Dandelion Chocolate is incredible. I have never had a bad thing from here, and I especially…read moreappreciate the collabs that allow for new experiences and playful discovery. Sophie at this location is a gem. Yes, she's knowledgeable, but more than that, she's genuinely kind and personable in a way that's increasingly rare. There's an intangible warmth to her that turns a quick visit into a moment worth remembering. All around fantastic experience today for my first stop at this location. One suggestion: I really wish they would offer frozen fruit smoothies here -maybe a super simplified version of their café offerings. It would do incredibly well. There's a clear market gap in the area with tons of foot traffic, and it would put something tangible in customers' hands to sip on while they walk around, keeping the unique chocolate experience that's offered at Dandelion at the forefront of the mind. One day...

    Amazing chocolate shop. If you want a keepsake from San Francisco, visit one of their Dandelion…read moreChocolate shops (sometimes you can also find select items in other stores). The first time I visited this location, they were not yet offering tastings, (and the gal behind the counter was not very friendly nor feel approachable). This visit however, they were super nice & friendly, and they had samples. We left with some chocolate bars which we knew exactly what they tasted like. Of course, if you can, visit their bigger location in the Mission, where they have food and beverages on the menu. But if you're in PacHeights area, stop in to taste and pick up some delicious chocolates.

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    Dandelion Chocolate - Inside (2/1/26)

    Inside (2/1/26)

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    Dandelion Chocolate - Large gift box with an assortment of pate fruits, truffles and chocolate nuts 2/13/26

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    Large gift box with an assortment of pate fruits, truffles and chocolate nuts 2/13/26

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