Hot Chocolate (Chocolat Chaud)

Hot chocolate is one of many culinary favorites enjoyed amongst common people and the very rich. This drink was introduced in France for the first time in 1615 at the wedding of Louis XIII and his bride, Anne of Austria. The drink was a big hit and became very popular during the reign of Louis XV, who insisted on making his own hot chocolate for himself and his lovers. The King would add more chocolate than recommended because of its energy-boosting qualities and its role as an aphrodisiac. Even Marie-Antoinette enjoyed a particular type of this drink that was infused with orange blossom or sweet almond. Today you can enjoy variations of hot chocolate in Paris. Whether you’re craving milk chocolate, thick African dark chocolate or spicy chocolate, Angelina is the most famous spot in town, located on the very chic Rue de Rivoli. There is also another Angelina tearoom inside the Palace of Versailles, so anyone can drink like a King or Queen!