Best Cup of White Hot Chocolate

In the winter's chill when most of Cape Town shuts it's doors; the young come out to play. I personally love going out when it's pouring - as long as I'm snug. Which is why I am sharing where to stay snug and find the best cuppa out there.

I am arguably one of the biggest white hot chocolate fans. I will order it when I see it on the menu, but unfortunately, it often disappoints.

Pink, a house turned coffee boutique / restaurant / store, serves, to date, the best white hot chocolate that has ever passed my lips. What makes this hot chocolate for everyone is that you have a choice: full cream, low fat or water. And it is simply delicious.

The place is a mismatched set of tables and chairs with a splash of pink everywhere you look, and it's completely covered so that even in the rain, you're still pretty cosy. Some rooms in the house have been converted into sales racks where you can find paper straws, toys, kitchen ware and ornaments. It's a great place to buy gifts for those who appreciate good craft. 
It is open for breakfast and lunch daily, but Pink also opens for dinner (2 course or 3 course) every Wednesday and Thursday, where you bring your own wine and enjoy a reasonably priced meal.

I recommend going here if you want a cosy, warm meal, the best white hot chocolate in existence, or you aren't sure what to buy your mother for mother's day.

Last minute details (updated):

Watch out for: children
Address: 46 Goldbourne Road, Kenilworth
Telephone: 021 762 5510
Hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 4pm, Sat: 9am - 2pm, Sun: 9am - 3pm

La Belle

Wow! This place really has it all. A beautiful setting that has you staring off into the trees above you, a menu that suits anyone; especially your stomach, a patisserie/deli counter that will have you drooling in front of everyone, a very well put together wine list and even a selection of fresh smoothies for those extra hot days we've been having.

We’ve been there a couple of times now and it never disappoints. Located at the Alphen Spa in Constantia and open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It doesn't have a large menu that you get lost in but you will be definitely questioning each dish as you try to make a decision -and even if you take a chance at something you won’t be disappointed. Their blueberry flapjacks are a must, they leave a taste in your mouth that you never want to go away. Their fillet is always cooked to perfection and finished off with a lovely béarnaise. The pork belly is one that even Babe would give a prize to. A salted caramel tart that will literally make you wish you could regurgitate it back up again so you can savour its flavours again.

Yes this a spending place, but well worth a try.

Last minute details:

Watch out for: milfs, tourists
Address: Alphen Drive, Constantia
Telephone: 021 795 6336
Website:http://www.alphen.co.za/laBelle