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Sip, Savor, Support: YYC Hot Chocolate Fest is Back!

What’s better than a cozy cup of hot chocolate on a chilly winter day? How about one that warms your heart and supports a great cause? 🍫❄️

YYC Hot Chocolate Fest is back, and it’s serving up sweet sips for a purpose! Hosted by Calgary Meals on Wheels since 2011, this beloved annual event celebrates local businesses and Calgary’s vibrant culture—one delicious cup at a time. With over 70 vendors pouring their most creative cocoa concoctions, it’s no wonder this festival has become a winter tradition for so many Calgarians.

Ready to indulge? We’ve rounded up the 17th Ave contenders you definitely need to check out. Let’s sip, savor, and support the local businesses—and Calgary Meals on Wheels—together! ☕❤️

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee 

Pistachi-oh La La

Maven

Hot Yuzu Mess

Analog Coffee

The Black Forest

Element Cafe 

The Orange Dream-sicle

The Tipsy Banana

Amato Gelato

Raspberry Fields Forever…..

MIK Coffee and Shop

Silky Chestnut Whispers

The Sweatered Hen

Fireside Cocoa

VBurger

Fireside Cocoa

Ollia Macarons & Tea

Marzipan Hot Chocolate

 

Begonia Bakehouse

Happy Hibiscus

Caffe Beano

French Toast Hot Chocolate

Butter Block Bakery & Cafe

Kinako Shiro-Chocolate (Soy Bean White Chocolate)

The Coup

Sesame Citrus Bliss

Milpa

Mexican Spiced Hot Chocolate

What one did you like the most?!

 

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The 17th Avenue Business Improvement Area (BIA) is committed to preserving the diverse and energetic character of the area’s business community. We advocate for public safety, revitalize public spaces, implement placemaking initiatives and collaborate with City of Calgary departments to enhance economic well-being and attract new businesses, fostering a thriving and inclusive environment for all.

Our borders are from 16th Street to 2nd Street SW along 17th Ave SW and several blocks of 14th (up to 12 Ave SW), 8th Street SW (up to 14th Ave SW) and 11th Street (up to 14th Ave SW).

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