Empire is a store for a shopper with a split personality – on the one hand hedonistic, selling chocolate…More concoctions few mortals can resist; on the other, a spot for the self-aware/soul-searching shopper to learn about and appreciate henna art<strong> </strong>and practice it as a serious form of self-expression.</p> <p>Or, you could skip the philosophical angle and just enjoy the chocolate and jewelry the store sells. However you choose to view Empire, don't miss it. Stores like this are rare.</p> <p>As clean as grandma's kitchen inside, the chocolate<strong> </strong>aromas competes with sweet incense; the courteous, knowledgeable staff can talk henna history, technique and just plain coolness. </p> <p>To get a henna tattoos/body art, you'll need an appointment. Books and henna supplies are available whenever the store is open. Unique small gift items – scarves, jewelry, cards – are also sold at Empire.</p>