1. Julie’s House

📍Kraanlei 13, 9000 Ghent

The first cafe we recommend is Julie's house. It's the right place to enjoy a hot chocolate and wind down in the cozy setting.   

You can choose between different types of chocolate. If you prefer a lactose free cup of hot chocolate there's a variety of milk such as soy, almond or oat milk.

There are also several toppings that you can put on your drink such as marshmallows or caramel syrup. We highly recommend the dark chocolate with a chocolate cupcake! 

Everyone in Ghent knows Julie's house. When you enter you immediately feel the warmth and the cozy atmosphere. It is the ideal place to relax. You can also visit them for breakfast, brunch or afternoon tea.

Julie's house is located in the center of Ghent which is great whenever you visit the historic parts of the city. 

Since it's such a hot spot in Ghent, we advise you to make a reservation. 

Reasons why you must visit Julie's House:

• You're able to customize you're chocolate drink
• The interior is cozy
• The pastries are delicious
• The location is perfect whenever you visit Ghent

Opening Hours:

Wednesday  to Sunday from 9h00  to 18h30

Tuesday  closed 

Contact: 

Phone number: 09 233 33 90

Email: info@julieshouse.be

Check the site: https://www.julieshouse.be/en

2. Coffee House Hogent:
Tom & Della’s

📍Schoonmeersstraat 52 Building D, 9000 Ghent

If you like to quickly pick up a hot chocolate  just before your class starts at HoGent, then Coffee House Tom & Della's is the right option for you! 

Still a bit sleepy before your lesson? Then opt for the chococcino. It consists of hot chocolate with an espresso shot and is ready to wake you up!

Besides a hot cup of chocolate milk, you can also buy delicious coffees and pastries. For lunch, you're able to choose between a healthy salad, wraps and many more.

Tom & Della's offers cozy seats where you can catch up with your classmates or work for school. 

Good to know:

• Eco-conscious: bring your own reusabele cup for take away or use their reusable cups and bring them back next time!
• They are active on the app too good to go.

Opening Hours:

Monday  to Friday from 8h00  to 14h30 

Saturday and Sunday closed 

Contact:

Phone number: 0472 72 04 98

Email: hogent@compass-group.be

Check the site: https://www.instagram.com/coffeehousehogent/

3. In Choc 

📍Sint-Veerleplein 13, 9000 Ghent

Another one of our favorite cafes is In Choc. We were quite literally in shock when our order came along!

In Choc offers different variations of chocolate milk. there are flavors such as Oreo, caramel or hazelnut. We recommend the white chocolate with raspberries! :) 

If you're looking to eat something, In Choc offers waffles, pancakes and homemade cakes. Everyday is different at In Choc since they have a concept called cake of the day. Seems to us a justifiable reason to try their cake everyday!

The drinks are a feast to the eyes as well. With lots of whipped cream and different edible decorations you can taste it through your screen.

In Choc offers you just that little bit more, so you leave feeling good every time. 

What else do you need to know?

• They use local products.

• Afternoon tea can be delivered to your home on weekends.

• They offer more than 12 different kinds of chocolate milk.

• You will always feel at home!

Opening Hours:

Wednesday  to Friday  from 10h00 to 18h00.

Saturday  and Sunday  from 9h00  to 18h00.

Monday and Tuesday  closed 

Contact:

Phone number: 09 223 48 56

Email: Tania@inchoqgent.be

Check the site: https://www.inchocgent.be/

4. Mayana

📍Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 208, 9000 Ghent 

Eventually we ended up in chocolate heaven! As soon as we walked in, we immediately felt the Scandinavian vibe. Mayana has a calming atmosphere which is great for studying or catching up with friends. 

Mayana is the most famous chocolate bar in Ghent, and definitely the best in town.  The ideal place to relax and just enjoy the creations they make. Don’t worry when you are in a hurry, there is also take-away!

• You can choose your own chocolate for your hot chocolate. 
• Lots of chocolate treats like brownies, pancakes, choc & dips and many more. 
• Tip: If you want to know what the delicious pancakes at Mayana taste like, be sure to check out the blog of top 5 best pancakes in Ghent.
  
  
  
  

We ordered the marshmallow chocolate milk which was delicious!  It was better than we could've imagined. 

The brownies are mouthwatering, you get a very large portion. Perfect for sharing or when you have quite a big appetite.

Opening Hours: 

Monday to Thursday from 12h00  to 10h00.

Friday from 12h00  to 6:00.

Saturday and Sunday closed 

Contact: 

Phone number: 0478 78 80 93

Email: hello@mayana.be

Check the site: https://mayana.be/

5. Homemade Hot Coco

📍Wherever home is 

Last but definitely not least we find that the best hot chocolate is the one you make at home. 

A lovely cup of hot chocolate can improve any film or book that you’re enjoying. 

With this recipe you can make the best kind of hot chocolate at home for you and your loved ones. 

Don’t worry! We’ll provide you with the best recipe approved by our team!

You’ll need:

• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½  cup chocolate (chips, chunks or shavings)
• 4 cups milk
  
  

Optional:

• Whipped cream
• Marshmallows
• Caramel syrup

How to make our Homemade Hot Coco:

1. In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cocoa powder. Add milk, chocolate chunks, and vanilla.
   
2. Place over medium heat until steaming, whisking constantly to avoid burning the chocolate
   
3. cool to desired serving temperature and serve with your favorite toppings such as whipped cream and marshmallows.
   
   source: https://natashaskitchen.com/hot-chocolate-recipe/

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