I love hot chocolate, dammit.

Zucco dishes it up schnazzy.

I realize this is one of those far-from-controversial opinions. Proclaiming a love for hot chocolate falls along the lines of revealing a long-held affection for large-eyed puppies. That said... wouldn't you agree that it's still about the best thing winter has to offer?

Ice Skating and Hot Chocolate
From this week's Manhattan User's Guide:

Skate: Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers
Hot Chocolate: Le Gamin, 183 9th [21st] 212.243.8864

Skate: The Pond at Bryant Park
Hot Chocolate: The Pond Snack Bar

Skate: Rock Center Rink
Hot Chocolate: Cafe SFA at Saks.

Skate: Wollman Rink
Hot Chocolate: Serendipity

Skate: Lasker Rink
Hot Chocolate: Hungarian Pastry Shop, 1030 Amst [110th/111th]

Skate: Riverbank State Park
Hot Chocolate: You’ll have to fill your thermos for this one – Jacques Torres perhaps...350 Hudson [King] 212.414.2462