Well, the weather here is certainly “frightful” but the cocoa bar inside is so delightful! 😉 Yeah, I know a little cheesy but I couldn’t help myself. As the snow is falling yet again, I thought I would share with you some of the ways we make it through these cold months…lots of blankets and hot drinks!
Honestly, there is nothing better than a hot drink after spending time shoveling the driveway or playing in the snow. Last year I set up an area in the dining room with all the “goods” to make a perfect cup of hot chocolate and the kids everyone loved it so much that it has become a requirement. I’m pretty sure I’ll be setting this up for many years to come.
I made my own hot chocolate mix but you can buy a large container of it at the store. Just buy lots of different toppings and put everything in clear containers with lids.
The chalkboard is just for fun! 😉
We use our Keurig and it makes a cup super fast. Just open the lid, like you are going to put a pod inside (but don’t) and close it. If you have used a coffee pod, run a cup of water first and dump it so you get clean water for the hot chocolate. A pot of hot water does the trick, too!
This time of year I also love to cook. The rest of the year I can take it or leave it, but there’s something about a warm oven and the smell of a pot of soup filling the house that makes it so cozy. Some of our family favorites are:
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What are some ways you stay cozy through the winter?!?
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gumbo and chili, two must haves around our household pretty much all year. I have a cocoa bar set up for very long in my house, I am afraid I would have to camp out by it!
I love your hot chocolate station, how fun and it looks like you have tons of topping too. Hugs, Marty
Oh how I love the scene outside your window…beautiful…Great hot cocoa station…I can just imagine have a cup and sitting by that window on a snowy day and feel so warm and cozy in your beautiful home!
Your cocoa bar looks fabulous!!! What a perfect idea for the cold months of winter.
Mary Alice
Oh, YUMMY! This says cozy and warm to me. You have quite a wonderful set up. It’s amazing all the hot chocolate combos we could make. And the soup!!!!! Gotta try the potato soup
Your home is beautiful, I loved your tour! So happy to be on the Cozy Home Tour with you.
SO cute! Love all of your fun additions. I’m crazing some Hot Cocoa right now! Using the Keurig like that is brilliant! I will be making at least one of your soups this weekend! That gumbo looks pretty yummy!
I love the idea of a hot cocoa bar! And that potato soup looks so yummy! Have a great weekend!…hugs…Debbie
I should’ve eaten dinner before visiting your blog because now I’m really hungry! 🙂
Such a sweet cocoa bar-thanks for sharing!
Angela, yummy. I’m for sure setting one of these up at our home☺ You have one thing though that we don’t here (and my kids want it real bad), SNOW!! I have to admit that I want a little too! Thanks for the fun idea–♥Angie
Angela I just LOVE your hot cocoa bar! And I admit to being just a tad jealous of the view outside your window that you get to enjoy while sipping the cocoa. 🙂 I’m so glad we got to be part of this tour together my friend! 🙂
Vanessa
I just love your hot chocolate bar!!! We got a Keurig for Christmas….where has it been all my life! LOL!!! I must try your soups..nothing better than a warm hearty soup on a cold winter’s evening! ~Christy
Love, love that hot cocoa bar. It looks so incredibly inviting! Yum. Wish I were there in person.
I love the hot chocolate bar! Now I want one 😉 Definitely cozy!
Hugs,
Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com