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North Carolina Home to Some of the Best Hot Chocolate in the Country

By Randi Moultrie December 16th, 2022
Cocoa with marshmallows and chocolate in a red mug on a wooden table near a burning fireplace.

Are you a fan of hot chocolate? Hot drinks don’t work too well with me as I seem to just feel like I am burning myself, but hot chocolate drinks can be very tasty and a treat for the holidays. One North Carolina has been deemed the home to some of the best hot chocolate there is. Can you guess where you can find this hot chocolate?

The Charlotte Observer reports that a study done by Yelp shows that French Broad Chocolate Lounge in Asheville makes some of the best hot chocolate in the country. Yelp looked into businesses with hot chocolate-related reviews throughout the country. The study also took into consideration their volume and ratings. This North Carolina chocolate lounge got reviews that rave about its rich flavors and the warmness of the drink. That warm adjective sounds like even I may enjoy it if it’s not scorching hot, hmmm. Besides the classic hot chocolate flavor, you can also mix it up when you visit. Check out their Mexican-style hot chocolate that has cinnamon, almonds, and more infused inside. They are also serving up a lot more holiday flavors that you would love to try.

Asheville is home to tons of other treat shops that you can enjoy whenever you visit. As the city is great to visit in the winter, treat shops will make you feel like you’re getting a taste of the holiday spirit. Check out the full article here.

15 Limited Edition Pumpkin Spice Foods, Drinks and More

Ready for some limited edition pumpkin spice foods, drinks, and more? Fall is one of my favorite seasons. Among my favorite things about the season are the activities, the weather, and most importantly, the treats.

Despite the fact that fall doesn’t begin until September 22, some restaurants and retailers are already gearing up for sweater weather. I mean it’s only September 13th and I’ve had about 10 PSLs already.

This fall season, Offers.com has rounded up some of the best restaurants and retailers offering pumpkin spice items. The following are my 15 favorite Limited Edition Pumpkin Spice Foods, Drinks, and Goodies. You can see the complete list here if you are a fall fanatic just like me.

  • 1. Trader Joe’s...HAS EVERYTHING!

    If you simply cannot choose a pumpkin spice treat and need some inspiration, there is no better place than the unofficial pumpkin spice headquarters, also known as Trader Joe’s. There is a good chance you’ll find at least nine out of nine of the following in our pantry’s rotation this fall:

    • Pumpkin Rolls
    • Mini Hold the Cone, Pumpkin Ginger
    • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Spread
    • Pumpkin Bisque Soup
    • Pumpkin Pie Spice
    • Spiced Madeleine Cookies
    • Pumpkin Spice Pretzel Slims
    • Pumpkin Spiced Pumpkin Seeds
    • Pumpkin Frosted Toaster Pastries

  • 2. Jordan’s Skinny Syrups Pumpkin Collection Trio

    Make your own pumpkin coffees and teas at home with the Jordan’s Skinny Syrups Pumpkin Collection Trio for only $9.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond.

     

  • 3. Yankee Candle Pumpkin Scents and More

    Nothing screams autumn quite like the smell of pumpkins and now you can have the aroma in your home anytime you want, thanks to Yankee Candle. You have the option to choose from an assortment of spiced pumpkin candles and room spray. Candle prices start at $12.

  • 4. Pumpkin Spice Oat Bar

    Bobo’s did it again! This 100% whole grain oat bar, beloved in a variety of flavors, is bringing back a wonderful addition this fall with its Pumpkin Spice Oat Bar. Bobo’s is a small-batch bakery that uses wholesome ingredients to deliver simple, nutritious oat bars, and its irresistible Pumpkin Spice Bars are available at Kroger, Target, Whole Foods, and at Bobo’s online, where shipping is FREE.

  • 5. Pumpkin Gooey Bars

    Love baking? I know during fall I sure do. Make some Pumpkin Gooey Bars from Williams and Sonoma to get you in the fall spirit. It only takes eggs, butter, and cream cheese to make the baking mix. For only $15.95, each box makes 16 chewy squares.

  • 6. Burt’s Bees Pumpkin Lip Balm

    If you love having hydrated and moist lips, then you’ll love this product from Burt’s Bees. Just in time for the autumn, the personal care company has a limited edition Pumpkin Spice Lip Balm on sale for $43.39 to avoid your lips from ever getting chapped.

  • 7. Merrick Oven Baked Pumpkin Patch Dog Treats

    No need for jealous puppies in the house. At Chewy, you can buy Merrick Oven Baked Pumpkin Patch Dog Treats made with real pumpkin. These delicious doggy snacks are on sale for $7.98 (orig. $8.99).

  • 8. Pumpkin Pie Blizzard Treat and Pumpkin Cookie Butter Shake

    In the past, Dairy Queen has never let our pumpkin spice dreams melt. Last year, both the Pumpkin Pie Blizzard Treat and Pumpkin Cookie Butter Shake were available at participating Dairy Queen locations nationwide, and this year, we expect that these delicious treats will be back.

  • 9. Jack Skellington Pumpkin Pie Pop

    Available at Fairfax Fare and Catalina Eddies, from September 1 through November 1, get your hands on the Jack Skellington Pumpkin Pie Pop when hanging at the Disney Hollywood Studios.

  • 10. Pumpkin Donut Muffin Mix

    Who knew Pumpkin Donut Muffin Mix existed? We sure didn’t, but it’s definitely worth a try. You can get in on this fun and amazing bakery item from Miss Jones Baking Co. now for only $5.99.

  • 11. K-Cups Starbucks® Pumpkin Spice

    Enjoy Starbucks® Pumpkin Spice with easy-to-use K-Cup® from Keurig. You can also sign up for an auto-delivery subscription from Keurig to make sure you never run out of your favorite coffee while saving up to 15%.

  • 12. All at Dunkin'

    Available hot or iced, this fall you’ll find the Dunkin’ version of the pumpkin spice latte — coffee, pumpkin, and vanilla flavors, topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and cinnamon sugar — along with its entire lineup of fall favorites. Dunkin’ also is likely to bring back its pumpkin donuts, muffins, and MUNCHKIN Donut Holes.

  • 13. Pumpkin Spice Flavored Black Tea

    Snag some delicious Pumpkin Spice Flavored Black Tea from $5.93 to $18.45 and enjoy fall notes of cinnamon and pumpkin. Available at the English Tea Store.

  • 14. Tim has the pumpkin

    A plethora of all things pumpkin spice begins in earnest at Tim Hortons on Aug. 25. Hot drinks, cold drinks, frozen drinks, and sweet treats abound. Check out the offerings:

    • Pumpkin Spice Latte (available hot or cold)
    • Pumpkin Spice Iced Capp
    • Pumpkin Spice Muffin
    • Pumpkin Spice Timbits
    • Pumpkin Spice Glaze Donut

  • 15. Oreos that are pumpkin-spice flavored

    Oreo has announced that the highly sought-out pumpkin spice sandwich cookie is making its return back on the shelves, starting August 15. If you aren’t familiar with the flavor, it’s two golden Oreos with pumpkin spice-flavored filling between them.

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