If our hot chocolate article last week wasn't enticing enough, you can grab a free cup of warm deliciousness at Tangysweet today. The offering was created by pastry chef David Guas of Acadiana, Ceiba, DC Coast, and TenPenh fame. It uses Valrhona chocolate, and can be topped off with homemade whipped cream and a choice of Valrhona shavings, mint, and cinnamon. Check out original Tangysweet profile, and then get your free Chocolat Chaud today only; Tangysweet hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. more ›

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It's been a warm week, and lately everyone has been sweating the gourmet hot chocolate coming out of the Cocoa Gallery. But with cooler temps predicted for the next week, you can stay in and enjoy this thick, creamy hot chocolate. And because you don't need a liquor license, you can make it as Irish as you want. more ›