CocoaPariis

Let me take this time to reintroduce myself. My name is Koshie also known as “Cocoa”. I am the founder of CocoaPariis, LLC () which is a lifestyle brand that elevates the experience of self-care and overall wellbeing through social experiences. As well as cofounder of Amazin’ Graze, a lifestyle food stylist collaborative. Despite my accent (which usually makes an appearance whenever I get excited talking about char·cu·te·rie /ˌSHärˈko͞odərē/, fermented grape juice or any food really…lol!) I am a Richmond native and global citizen. My family is originally from Ghana, West Africa and migrated to Richmond to cultivate roots. Richmond is more than my home, it's my foundation. It is  embedded with so much history, culture and BLACK capitalism. Richmond has a proud legacy of achievement among African American residents which is still apparent today and I’m honored to be apart of. Next time you see me let’s talk char·cu·te·rie /ˌSHärˈko͞odərē/ , Richmond and all things self-care. 📸 @richmethods 🎨 @nicolegoreartistry 🎬 @commonhouserva

Dress: @hanifaofficial Earrings: @styledentity MUA: @reganwmua Talk: @tedxyouthrva That one part: “If you think about it, there’s so much power in food! Every ingredient tells a story. It’s our legacy and history. It’s traditional, ancestral and passed down from generation to generation. An identifier of origin, it’s our identity. It’s transformative, modified from culture to culture. It’s modern and has a sense of ingenuity from dishes to cooking styles. Food is currency and political. It’s how we survive! Food can be a reward or a punishment. It can be used as a weapon or peace offering. It’s a form of love you can feel and taste, it’s community, food is the one universal language we all understand, it’s healing, it’s self-care!”

Thank you empowher and Capital One for allowing me to hold space to share about self-care and wellness.

Easy to talk to.Hard to get a hold of.

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Everything about the @thewellcollective___ “Nourish Dinner Celebrating Black Women In Food” felt good! From Chef @leahbcooks curated menu and cocktail pairings to @audiophilegirl historical context behind each dish. @revolutionary_yogini the tablescape was beautiful and intentional. Thank you @ashleyj_williams

A silent film…IG removed the audio @instagram

Meet Koshie France Owner & Food Stylist of Cocoa Pariis LLC. She creates grazing tables and charcuterie boards that are thoughtfully curated and packaged in vintage cigar boxes. The boxes include assorted cheeses, gourmet spreads, cured meats, veggies, spiced nuts, crackers, fresh & dried fruits all from local vendors. You can customize every box to your charcuterie style. Looking for the perfect gift? Her charcuterie boxes never disappoints! She hopes everyone experiences a bit of self-care from every box. Give this woman owned business a follow and stay tuned for more features on WOMEN OWNED WEDNESDAY! ✨✨✨ @cocoapariis Ayannah Edwards REALTOR® Keller Williams Realty 804.665.4380 [email protected] https://linktr.ee/ayannahedwards • • • #pathwaygrant #rva #rvanewbuild #rvarealtor #chesterfieldnewbuild #grants #firsttimehomebuyer #rvabuyersagent #rvalistingagent #realtor #newconstruction #creditrepair #varealtor #richmondvarealtor #moseley #richmondva #virginiarealtor #rvablackrealtor #rvatoprealtor #rvablackowned #rvawomenowned #rvatopproducer #rvarealestate #kellerwilliamsrealty #kellerwilliamsrealtor #rvarealtors #rvaluxuryrealestate #customcakes #rvabaker#womenownedwednesday