Many New Yorkers are still limiting themselves to outdoor dining, which all adds up to one thing: There’s never been a better time to indulge in a steaming, creamy, decadent mug of hot chocolate. Thankfully, the city is overflowing with delicious cups available everywhere from coffee shops and cafes to chocolate boutiques, bakeries, and even ice cream parlors.
Many hot chocolate lovers despaired when the great City Bakery closed its doors in 2019. The café was known for its exceedingly rich version of the drink, and its hot chocolate festival every February. And while founder Maury Rubin is offering the occasional special delivery through his Wonderbon Chocolate, there are plenty of city spots picking up his mantle. Whether it’s the thick, molten style or the lighter, thinner version; sweet or more bitter; with marshmallow, whipped cream, or straight up classic recipe, there’s a hot chocolate for everyone in NYC.
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