“We start with raw dates–it’s a natural sweetener, then we use mesquite to give it a nice caramel flavour as well as all the nutrients it has. We build that onto a base of chaga and coconut milk, and then steam up the whole thing. We also use vanilla, cacao paste, and cacao powder.
The hot chocolate is really good for you and it tastes amazing. The one ingredient you can’t get anywhere else is the feel-good, raw, loving energy that we put into every cup!” Wild & Raw Superfood + Juice Bar, Kensington Road.
YYC Hot Chocolate Festival is on right now, with 9 of the 32 participating restaurants located in Hillhurst-Sunnyside. All month these businesses compete for popular votes as to who has the best hot chocolate. Proceeds going to Meals on Wheels. www.yychotchocolate.com