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Cioccolata

caffetteria
฿220

* Prices are subject to 10% service charge and 7% government tax.

Key Ingredients

milk
cocoa

Experience the velvet embrace of a true Italian tradition, served thick, dark, and soul-warming. This is not just a drink, but a decadent escape into the heart of a Roman winter.

The Dish

Our hot chocolate is prepared in the traditional cioccolata calda style, slowly whisked and heated to achieve a remarkably dense, pudding-like consistency. It is served steaming in a classic porcelain cup, designed to be savored slowly with a spoon.

Flavor Profile

Expect an intense, bittersweet cocoa depth that is luxuriously smooth and coating on the palate. The texture is viscous and rich, finishing with a sophisticated dark chocolate aromatic that lingers long after the last sip.

Heritage & Ingredients

This recipe draws inspiration from the historic chocolate houses of Turin and Venice, where cacao was treated as a precious elixir. We use premium high-percentage cocoa to ensure a robust profile that honors the authentic Italian social ritual.

Fun Facts

  • In Italy, traditional hot chocolate is so thick that it is often considered a "spoon dessert" rather than a simple liquid beverage.

Perfect Pairings

The richness of the chocolate pairs beautifully with the crunch of house-made biscotti or a light, airy panettone during the festive season.