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In support of Ukrainian Newcomers, Hot Chocolates and Cakebread Artisan Bakery on 5th Street in Courtenay currently have a supply of Perogies (Varenyky).

 

No matter how you pronounce these delicacies, at $10 (Perogies) a dozen, they are yummy.  Made by volunteers in an Island Health inspected  facility with Food Safe supervision, this is an opportunity to support our newest citizens and sample the authenticity of a Ukrainian kitchen.   

 We often sell out fast so keep an eye on social media or give the shop a call.

Join us in the store Saturday, July 16th for some great specials for those who like it hot, OR cold (or even crunchy)!

From June 5-11, Hot Chocolates staff will be participating in this years Commuter Challenge by walking, cycling, taking transit or carpooling.

Join us in being more active and environmentally aware!

Gael!

Congratulations on having the most votes in week 2 of the photo contest and a $50 Hot Chocolates Gift Certificate!

What could dogs, calendars, photographs and chocolate possible have in common? Let us explain!! Operation Freedom Paws (visit their website at info@ofpcanada.org) is holding a contest... Submit a picture of your dog (that's the dog and photograph connection) and if it's chosen as one of the "top dog" pics, your pooch could end up on a calendar to be admired by thousands! (that's the calendar piece).  Where does chocolate come into this equation? Well, Hot Chocolates is proud to be one of the sponsors of this unique non-profit that assists in rehabilitating and training rescue dogs to provide companionship and assistance to folks with PTSD and/or various medical conditions.  Along with your favourite "pooch pose", send an entry fee of $20 and keep your fingers crossed that your canine buddy is one of the top 12 for the 2023 calendar. For more info on the contest, visit https://www.gogophotocontest.com/ofpcanada

The Easter Bunny hopped into town to join our own Judy Atkinson for a Pop Up (or is that "Hop Up"?) fundraiser for Ukraine.

Together we have raised over $1200 for Rotarians in the Ukraine to use where it is most needed.

Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us!

Take a guess at how many Easter eggs are hidden in both of our display windows and enter your name for a chance to win our Benjamin Bunny, valued at $79.99!

Details In Store.

 

 

Who doesn't love a Treasure Hunt?  Especially when the Treasure includes a Mt. Washington family pass, gift certificates from the Old House Hotel and Spa, Locals Restaurant, Kingfisher Oceanside Resort Spa and Restaurant; $1,000 spending spree at Canadian Tire OR Quality Foods; $1,000 gas card from Peninsula Coop. 

 

Valley Vonka and the chocolatiers at Hot Chocolates have been busy producing hundreds of delicious chocolate bars. For a donation to Y.A.N.A., the bar you purchase could hold a golden ticket.  Six such tickets have been placed in bars that are for sale at various outlets around the Comox Valley (including our own Hot Chocolates).  Stop by, make a donation to Y.A.N.A. in exchange for a chocolate bar to enjoy while you search through the wrapping for a golden ticket!!  

 

Happy Treasure Hunting!!  Be sure to check out Y.A.N.A.'s website at www.yanacomoxvalley.com to learn more about this community organization that has been helping local families for more than 35 years.  Talk about a community treasure!

$1 of every heart cookie purchased will be donated directly to the Rotary Disaster Relief Fund. These funds will be used in the Ukraine and surrounding areas by local Rotary members. This channel of support gives donors the greatest assurance that contributions are going to help those most in need.