A Cup of Delicious — 02/12/2026

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Yes, box of chocolates is standard, but maybe this Valentine’s Day you get your sweetheart a cup of chocolate. In this week’s issue, John Fladd looks at hot chocolate and its variations.

Also on the cover But first, vote! Vote now! Vote in Hippo’s Best of 2026 readers’ poll, where you can tell us where to get the best ice cream, cocktails and burgers — and rave about non-food faves. See hippopress.com for a link to the survey.

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