In Spain, hot chocolate and churros was the traditional working-man’s breakfast.

Now that sounds like a fabulous breakfast!  Also a very unhealthy one… Fortunately scientists have proven that hot cocoa has 2 times the antioxidants of wine, and 2-3 times of green tea.  So for all you hot cocoa lovers out there, at least you can say you are being semi-healthy   Of course green tea has no sugar, so I still think it’s better than hot cocoa in general.

So we finally have hot cocoa in the new Starbucks Interactive Cup Brewer!  5pm in the afternoon is not exactly prime time to drink hot cocoa when it’s 80 degrees outside, but I must try the latest and greatest.  Unfortunately… it’s just ok.  It pretty much tastes like any instant hot cocoa.  The positive?  It’s HOT!  It burns my tongue… just the way I like it.  But flavor wise, it’s not that chocolately, and I’ve definitely had better.

If you want real hot cocoa, you must go to Bittersweet Cafe located in SF and Oakland.  They have around 8 different types of hot cocoa and all are fantabulous!  Rich and creamy, a true chocolate lover’s delight!  And the best part is you have the option of adding a giant home made marshallow. mmmmm..  They also have a wall of high end, fancy chocolate bars that you just can’t resist buying.  So if you’re ever in the Fillmore area in SF, definitely stop by and grab yourself a cup of hot cocoa.  The bittersweet is perfect if you’re a dark chocolate lover (a true chocolate lover prefers dark chocolate – 70~80% is optimal).  If you want a little kick, go for the Spicy!  And if you just want to enjoy a good cup of hot cocoa, go for the classic.  I’m telling you, if you like chocolate, you will love this place!