Top 5 Chocolate Spots: South West London
Rebecca and Max here, back with another instalment of our Top 5 Chocolate Spots. Navigating the chaos of Clapham, finding serene and tranquil corners of Tooting, and perhaps one of the greenest and oxygen-rich cafes on an unassuming corner in Kennington. We are of course exploring the finest Islands Chocolate drinks that South West London has to offer, and this time, we’re going iced.
Some days, you feel like the sun’s positive rays are beaming down directly on you. On this particular Wednesday, this was exactly the case. Blue skies, golden pavements and smooth shades of chocolate brown was the colour palette of the day — providing the perfect backdrop to visit some of our favourite and well-renowned specialty cafes in the South West of London. These included Urban Botanica, 7oz Coffee, Moonstruck Cafe, Lina Stores and Arêvery. Read below to discover our chocolates of choice!
Urban Botanica - Kennington
Urban Botanica Coffee is a Kennington destination spot. This Cornucopia of houseplants and coffee stakes it's place on the understated and colourful Kennington Road. Peaceful botanical decor and a brand hue of pink create an exceptionally calming atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a sip of iced chocolate, made with our 45% Hot Chocolate.
7oz COFFEE - CLAPHAM NORTH
A stones throw from Islands original office location (back in the days when it was just Wilf & Zander) Islands Chocolate has been on the 7oz Coffee menu for years. Run by husband & wife team , XX & Basak, Seven Ounce is 'where every cup stands against the ordinary'. A 45% Islands Chocolate Iced Mocha is a must.
MOONSTRUCK Cafe - SOUTH LAMBETH
Perhaps the most intricately designed stop on any of our choc spots so far. Thoughtful interior design evokes a beautiful calm as soon as you walking into Moonstruck Cafe, with walls, accents and even the coffee machine tinted in a peaceful moon green pantone. A sticker room (head there to spot the Islands Chocolate stickers), art installation in the basement and exceptional coffee menu offer escapism from the chaos of city life. Their 55% Milk & 75% Dark Iced & Hot Chocolates are not to be missed.
LINA STORES - CLAPHAM COMMON
One of our newest stockist, Lina Stores now use Islands 45% Hot Chocolate across all 11 of their London locations. Overlooking the common, their outside seating area is the perfect spot for enjoying an iced chocolate on a summers day!
Arevery London - Tooting Broadway
An oasis of Ibiza-vibes in the chaos of Tooting Broadway, Arevery London (formerly MUVS all day), a purpose led concept store, coffee & wine bar. The clean and natural aesthetic provides a welcome contrast to the busy street, sweetened by a beautifully crafted Islands 55% Milk Iced Chocolate.