ChocolaTree was this vegetarian-in-training's oasis in the desert. Delicious, filling, healthy food. A helpful and friendly staff, and an ancient gnarled tree sitting on top of an energetic hot spot. Perhaps foolishly - time will tell - I had impulsively decided to stop eating meat the day that I had the veggie omelette at The Secret Garden (also Sedona & in my reviews). This meant that I was positively starving and it was already later than acceptable to get food in the area, maybe 9pm. Tanya at the Secret Garden had recommended I go to this place because they had a wonderful energetic zone here but I had forgotten about it until I found myself heading to stargaze while a little hungry and realized they were open. I popped a U-turn into their shaded lot it was dark when I arrived so lots of stars, and went into the wooden and rustic yet modern restaurant. It kind of feels like the restaurant springs from a tree that is still living, it's very nice. I mentioned I was going stargazing and that I'd been recommended this place and Daniel who was working referred me to the Pacha Mama latte... this was absolutely delicious and when I went back to look at the contents of the drink I realized it had a world tree seed in it.. !? I wondered if it was a ceiba seed. It was smoky and chocolate with a hint of cinnamon and a lot of something to blow your heart chakra open. I sat on one side of the circular wooden base of the tree, and observed a stage and other beautiful parts of the garden - I took a walk around before I left. I packed up some mushroom risotto for my stargazing - hoo boy I ate it all. Salt & pepper to your hearts content but a vegan meal that sticks to your ribs and feels grounding is priceless. Thank you, Daniel for answering the door after I'd already gone to the car, and for taking time to give me directions when I realized I had no idea where I was going. The stargazing trip was truly spectacular and something I will never forget. Sincerest thanks for a full belly and an open heart! read more