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Feast + West: Easy Elegant Entertaining

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Hey, Reader!

Last week was a snowy one, even for places that are usually free from the white stuff!

It didn't snow much here β€”Β and doesn't often β€”Β but with cooler weather comes the need to get cozy. It's hard to beat a mug of hot chocolate when it comes to warming up!

Something about that first sip transports me back to the days of sledding with my best friend, warm cookies and a movie marathon. Since I've grown up, my hot chocolate has too. No more of the powdered stuff, now I swear by using real chocolate. It's simply the best!

Here are some of my best hot chocolate recipes to enjoy throughout the season:

​Hot Chocolate Recipe #1 β€” Your favorite kitchen appliance for easy dinners can easily serve warm drinks to a crowd.

​Hot Chocolate Recipe #2 β€” Hold onto the holidays a little longer with this recipe.

​Hot Chocolate Recipe #3 β€” This twist on the classic is just in time to ask 'Will you be mine?'

​Hot Chocolate Recipe #4 β€” Share the love with an easy DIY recipe.

​Hot Chocolate Recipe #5 β€”Β Warm up in no time with a little extra booze β€” I mean, boost!

It's not hot chocolate without toppings! Homemade whipped cream, boozy marshmallows or DIY sprinkles take things over the top!

Enjoy!

Susannah

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Feast + West: Easy Elegant Entertaining

Susannah Brinkley Henry

I'm your cocktail bestie! Together we'll shake things up and make everything from classic cocktails to creative concoctions, and even mocktails from time to time. Follow me for delicious drink recipes, boozy desserts and appetizer pairings for easy, elegant entertaining.

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