Help Us Grow and Spread Joy, One Chocolate at a Time!

Our Story

Hello! My name is Kenesha, and I am the creator behind the One More Cocoa brand. One More Cocoa is a gourmet chocolate company that takes pride in crafting delicious chocolate creations using only the finest ingredients. We carry a delicious line of artisan chocolate bars, bonbons, and truffles.

One More Cocoa started from my deep love for chocolate and my Jamaican Heritage. Named after the Jamaican proverb “one one cocoa, full basket”, meaning one step at a time,  it has been our guiding principle, throughout our chocolate journey. Founded in 2021, One More  Cocoa is a labour of love and passion. Our cozy chocolate shop in Whitby is more than just a place to buy sweets; it’s a warm and joyful space where we create delightful experiences. From hosting chocolate-making parties for kids to crafting unique bonbons like our Scotch Bonnet Honey Dark Chocolate Bonbon, we are dedicated to making each moment special for our customers.

"During the beginning of the pandemic, some people completed puzzles, others learned to bake bread; Kenesha Lewis, however, became a chocolatier and went on to open her own chocolate shop in Downtown Whitby: One More Cocoa. "

Growth and Recognition

Our dedication has garnered a lot of attention, with features on Etalk, The Foodnetwork.ca, the Toronto Star, and HelloFresh, and we made it to Oprah's Favourite Things List 2023!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI93m2w4KBw

Despite facing challenges, including the impact of the pandemic and financial hurdles, our dedication has never wavered. Featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things List, we have seen a tremendous response from the market, yet we need additional support to meet the growing demand and expand our offerings. With the increasing demands, we have faced significant strain on our current business and staff. We have always prided ourselves on the hands-on approach to our chocolate-making process, but as demand grows, it’s becoming more challenging to keep up. Our production capacity is maxed out, making it difficult to maintain the quantity we need without sacrificing quality. The holiday season surge in orders puts additional pressure on our finances, as we have to buy more raw materials, and packaging, and pay for extra labour, which all adds up quickly. This makes it tough to manage cash flow and limits our ability to innovate and expand our product line.

Due to financial constraints, we’ve had to pass up some incredible opportunities, like advancing our products into retail (Big Box Stores). Despite this, we’ve been fortunate enough to make progress with our Coconut Truffles, getting them into a few select stores. This step forward has been both encouraging and motivating for us, showing the potential of our handcrafted chocolates even in the face of challenges.

Our Vision

Our vision is to inspire pure happiness and create flavours that bring joy and comfort. We aim to become a hallmark of Whitby’s main street, a place where families, friends, and chocolate enthusiasts can come together to celebrate the love of chocolate.

Why We Need Your Help

To bring this vision to life, we are launching this crowdfunding campaign to raise $60,000. Here’s how your support will help us:

1. Infrastructure Improvements: We hope to fix the uneven flooring, install a handwashing station, and update our back counter for hot chocolate dispensers and a coffee machine. These changes will not only improve the safety and functionality of our store but also allow us to introduce new offerings like a cup of our Famous Hot Chocolate. 

2. New Equipment: By investing in machinery automation, we will be well-positioned to increase production capacity, improve product quality, and achieve greater operational efficiency. This strategic investment will support the business’s growth and help us continue to deliver high-quality chocolates that bring joy to our customers.

3.  Enhance Online Presence/Community Engagement: Develop a more engaging and user-friendly website, and implement robust digital marketing strategies.

Join Us in Outstretching Joy

The impact goes beyond the initial allocation—it's about creating a foundation for long-term growth and sustainability. It's an investment in the ongoing success and evolution of One More Cocoa.

We want to create a community of chocolate lovers, who can use our chocolate to share with their family and friends and create memories. Chocolate is a medium for love, sharing and compassion.  

Thank you for believing in us and supporting One One Cocoa. Together, we can continue to create moments of happiness and spread joy through the love of chocolate.

With gratitude,

Kenesha and the One More Cocoa Team