Sure, sweets play a part in every major holiday but there is no celebration more married to chocolate than Valentine's Day. A heart-shaped box of chocolates? Classic.
These Metro ΒιΆΉ΄«Γ½Σ³»cafes and bakeries are taking on the classics and introducing new and exciting takes on sweetness this Valentine's Day.
Kafka's Coffee Roasters has come up with an eight-inch heart-shaped cookie pizza, complete with a box. The gooey masterpiece is topped with Oreo pieces, Smarties, and marshmallows and available by the slice during the Hot Chocolate Festival.
For a more upscale adult take on Valentine's Day treats, Mon Paris Pâtisserie has a lineup of cakes, chocolate bonbons, and delicate macarons that are showstopping enough to gift. For instance, they've got potted Camellias made entirely of chocolate and a truffle tower.
There are sure to be more additions to this list as we approach the big day so stay tuned! Here's what we know so far.