I first spotted this Latina- Black-owned and veteran-owned small business sweetbasilmacarons when I…read moreattended the vablackbusinessdirectory expo in early August. I was not able to purchase from them. I was already full from visiting other businesses. So when I saw the Sip and Shop event I attended as a vendor, I ensured I didn't leave without purchasing some macarons. Macarons have become one of my favorite desserts with their smooth, crispy shell and moist interior Birthday Cake (Blue) Lemon Meringue Pie (Yellow) Smores (Brown) Strawberry Basil (Red) Vanilla Bean (little brown) Cookies and Cream (little brown one and red) ​ ​My faves: ​ Cookies and Cream - It's like an Oreo x1000 for flavor ​Blue Birthday Cake - I would love a stack of these for my next birthday ​ S'mores - Because it reminds me of being young

Wonderful environment and wonderful macarons! We got a dozen macarons although it's pricey, it's…read moredefinitely worth it! You're getting a dozen macarons for around $30, but they are truly quality macarons! I think these would be wonderful for Valentine's Day, as a gift, or as a dinner treat! You can also get half a dozen as well! They also have bread and other pastries as well! It was clean and the shop is so aesthetically pleasing! I'm so glad this place is so close by!

everything tasted so fresh! it was super chewy and had lots of filling. it was also packaged very…read morequickly. i went to a pop up and they were so nice- i'll definitely try to be back for their main store!

Whipped cream was light, overall the crickets was not as heavy as it looked. Can tell these are…read morehomemade

Expensive but worth it! Truly some of the best macrons I have ever had. The flavors really pack a…read morepunch, unlike many others that have a delicate flavor. But, but...the STUFFED COOKIES OMG! Because they have a stand at the White House farmer's market, a co-worker and I talked for about 5 solid minutes about all of the stuffed cookies. You must try the s'mores, it's the best!

Delicious macarons! They are the perfect soft texture with a little crunch on the outside! I chose…read morethe 6-pack option with the following flavors: cookies and cream, nutella, salted caramel, brownie batter, lemon blueberry and snickerdoodle! My favorite out of these flavors were definitely nutella and the snickerdoodle! The other flavors were also good for sure, just some of them were a little bit too sweet for me. There were two gentlemen manning the store when I stopped by, and they were really friendly and helpful when I was trying to figure out how many macarons to buy, and which flavors to get based on what is popular. They were very patient while I tried to figure out what I wanted to get because they have so many different flavors that sound so good. Overall, good service and amazing macarons! I will definitely be back again!

What a charming chocolate shop! Jenny, the owner and proprietor was super friendly and very…read moreknowledgeable about her chocolate. This is not your kids candy store....high quality chocolates do not come cheap!

I went in to buy some chocolate. I asked the lady what she recommends. The lady then begins to say…read morethey sell acting lessons across the street and she is not going to recommend something. I was in disbelief as I came across as nice and kind and was genuinely just asking for what sells the most? Some type of guidance. It was the most awkward experience I have ever come across! After I picked up on her sarcasm, I let her know, you know what I'm ok, thank you. As I was walking out she said don't believe everything you read on the internet. I have no clue what she is referring to. If you go for some chocolate do not ask what do you recommend. Weirdest experience I have ever had. The person I went with was jaw dropped as well, and said what the heck had occurred? As he found it extremely awkward and weird. I was actually there to buy some chocolate....

Macaron Delight.....has some of thee BEST macarons Ive ever tasted!!…read more So, I came across this black owned and operated macaron business on yelp, and I jumped at the opportunity to support and try out a variety flavors. I seamlessly placed an order online, requested a specific pick up date (which Brian amazingly accommodated), and within a few days, I was handed a beautifully filled box of colorful macarons. Each flavor was distinctly experienced and savored, and the texture of each macaron was sheer perfection!!! And they are a generous size! Brian has officially cracked the macaron code :) Yelp peeps, I highly recommend! And here are some pro tips regarding this new budding business: -All orders are made to order -Orders have to be placed a few days in advanced -currently for pick up only; you select a day and time at checkout -Pick up is located at the Mess Hall window -Street parking is readily available nearby So, if you're a macaron lover..you need to check out this business asap! But honestly, everyone will enjoy these perfect treats!

The pandemic changed everything - and for better or worse, I really wanted to have a special treat…read morefor myself, for sanity ya know? If you, like me, only thought macarons were were special occasions - Macaron Delights will throw that notion right out the window. I've ordered from their small business a few times now for personal use (because these get stolen by my roomies every time I get a box!) and I've never been disappointed. They have a simple, yet full menu of different macarons to choose from, are happy to work with you for custom orders (ever seen a macaron cake? Google its amazingness!), you can conveniently pick up several boxes - trust me, don't be foolish and get just one like I did the first time - or pop in to see what new flavors they are show casing. The fact that they are a black-owned business is the icing on the macaron, warms my heart and helps me feel like I am supporting my community. Decedent, delicate, and delightful all around - buy some for any occasion not just the special ones and surprise someone with a unique gift. The flavors are on point, the fillings are just right, the shells are soft on the inside and just melt in your mouth... Actually, I'll be back, I'm going to ring them up for another order for this week haha.

Hosted a birthday party for my husband this past weekend and ordered these for the dessert table…read more They had to have been so good cause at the blink of an eye, they were all gone. Thank goodness I got to try one before hand. Our guests raved about how yummy they were! They were really perfect for our event! Thanks so much ladies! #ilovemacarons

EXCELLENT MACARONS! The difference between an excellent macaron and an average macaron is huge,…read moreand unfortunately I've eaten way too many average macarons. The macarons from I Love Macarons are excellent!! I try to taste these delightful confections every chance I get. We are so fortunate in the WDC area to have access to the delightful confections from I Love Macarons. Not only are they beautiful, but these macarons are the freshest I've ever tasted. The fillings are smooth, fresh and light. The cookie is slightly chewy, easily giving way to the tender center. My mouth is watering just thinking about them! The company mail orders within the USA and are going to become my "go to" gift to send to my out of town friends and family. Don't hesitate to give them a try...they really are as good as it gets!

Working with Jaylyn was such an easy and great experience. I ordered the 10in Ube cake for my good…read morefriends baby shower and the cake was a hit. The frosting was delicious and the cake was yummy! You can tell love was baked into this cake :)

Great cookies! Love them and they are delicious. She is creative and provides so many options.read more

- very small but cute shop - nice workers with water station…read more- pastry was glossy and well balanced - breakfast is small but healthy and good vinaigrette

This is a solid spot for quick and cozy. The shop is always clean and well-kept, which I really…read moreappreciate. The service is okay -- not overly friendly or especially helpful, but not bad either. It gets the job done. The pistachio chocolate croissant is really good -- definitely one of my favorites there. I just wish they posted when the pastries are made throughout the day. I asked once about timing and didn't really get a clear answer, and it would be nice to know when things are freshest. Also, their London Fog steamer is delicious and perfectly comforting. Overall, a great little bakery with some standout items -- just a bit more communication and warmth in service would easily make this a five-star experience.

What a cute place! Employees were really nice and made conversation with me and helped me decide…read moreon a drink. I got a chocolate coconut muffin which was heated up and delicious! The shop is really unique and has plenty of seating. Coffee was really good and smooth. They have a few sugar free syrups-I had raspberry. Would definitely go back and sit down to drink my coffee. Unfortunately I had to go and couldn't stay.

A cute little coffee shop in downtown! I got a cappuccino which was delicious. Service was great…read more The pastries looked delicious. Can't wait to come back!

Very impressive. Great jars of lemon drops; I remember as a kid. Beautiful chocolates with ganache…read more Chocolate, caramel pecan bites. Cute butterfly and turtle chocolates. Quite a few tarts and parfaits. Also Gelato!Plus Two cute tables in the back to sit and enjoy.

Mixed feelings about this place. Prices don't seem to be listed on any of the items, so you will…read morehave to ask. The chocolates are reasonably priced for gourmet chocolates (~$1-3 each) and taste good, with something like three cases to choose from. Service was fast, but they forgot to package some of our chocolates. When we called about the issue, they did offer us a refund. On the other hand, the pricing of the pastries was astronomical. The one we bought (white rose) cost $18, when I've had a similar pastry in Arlington, VA that only cost $11. Taste-wise, it was fine. They also offer gelato and gift boxes, but we didn't buy any so I can't comment on them. The back of the shop is decently sized and has one or two tables for people to sit at, but the part of the shop that goes past the chocolate cases is very narrow. If somebody has a walker/wheelchair/stroller, or a group in front of you forms a cluster, you probably won't be able to move past them.