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Hug Mugs and Amazing Hot Chocolate at Max Brenner

Ok, another post about Max Brenner, but I am obsessed with their Hug Mugs. Today, I had lunch  there starting off with a dark chocolate-hot chocolate in a Hug Mug. They are shaped like a cacao bean with the purpose of keeping your hands warm. Following, I had the asian chicken salad which was very mediocre. I should have stuck with dessert. Buy a hug mug here.

Max Brenner Philadelphia

When it comes to dessert, I always say, "If it isn't chocolate, it's not worth it." So you can imagine how excited I was to see the chocolate shop/restaurant Max Brenner open recently in Philadelphia (1500 Walnut St), its 3rd location in the US. I popped in search of an iced drink and a sweet treat. The barrista made me an amazing iced latte with a light shot of chocolate. So refreshing! I also tried a complimentary dessert pizza with chocolate and marshmallows on a doughy crust. I have to say, I was wishing the crust was made of graham cracker. I'm really looking forward to going back to Max Brenner for brunch, the menu looks fab!

 

St-Germain-des-Prés~Chocolat Chaud

My favorite hot chocolate experience was at a small outdoor cafe in St. Germain~Paris, France. I love the entire presentation of all of the hot chocolate fixings, where you mix your own warmed chocolate and milk together.

Bon Appetit!

Toronto's Soma

Here's a sample of Toronto's Best Hot Chocolate, from Soma. Order the Mayan hot chocolate for a cocoa flavored hot chocolate with a bit of spice to it. One of the most unique hot chocolates I've ever tasted.   

Harrod's Chocolate Bar

Everyone knows I love hot chocolate and sample it wherever I go. Here is a cup from the Chocolate Bar at Harrod's in London. Italian hot dark chocolate with vanilla cream. So thick and creamy, it makes a fabulous dessert!