If you saw a cup of hot chocolate with a gooey, toasted marshmallow rim all over your feed this winter, you weren’t imagining things. The drink that had Ottawa and Gatineau lining up for photos (and seconds) comes from Le Cheesecake Bar in Gatineau.
Known for its cheesecakes and indulgent desserts, Le Cheesecake Bar created a hot chocolate that feels equal parts nostalgia and spectacle. The rich, creamy cocoa is topped with a thick ring of fresh, house made marshmallow, toasted until golden and melting slowly into every sip. It’s messy in the best way, and absolutely worth the hype.
What elevates it even more is what’s happening inside the cup. The whipped cream is made fresh in house too, with a rich texture and ice cream flavor, it’s light, creamy, and indulgent without being overwhelming. And yes, it’s also available on their cold beverages, making their entire menu virally tempting year round.
While their appearance at the Lansdowne Christmas Market was well loved and now dearly missed, the viral hot chocolate is still worth hunting down. It’s the kind of treat you can plan a chilly afternoon around, post skate, post walk, or just because. While the cheesecakes built the cafes initial reputation, the iconic marshmallow rimmed hot chocolate is what turned the café into a viral winter destination.
