Chocolaterie Tessa, located at 7425 Burnet Road, Austin, will close permanently. According to a letter to customers from owner Tessa Halstead, May 23 will be the shop's last day of business. Halstead said the loss of South by Southwest Conference & Festivals and summer weddings and events impacted revenue significantly. Also, she said nearly half the chocolate shop's sales came from holiday business that may not return. "It's time for us to shut our doors while we can still say goodbye to everyone with dignity and goodwill," Halstead wrote. "I can say on behalf of myself, my family, and my staff, we gave it our very best." 512-200-2837. www.chocolaterietessa.com