As the holidays approach and cold weather settles in, what better way to embrace the season and counteract the chill than hot chocolate from an authentic Italian chocogelateria?
For Upper West Side residents and those visiting the neighborhood during the holidays, Venchi’s two local shops – 1796 Broadway between 58th and 59th streets and 189 Columbus Avenue at 69th Street – have just the thing, not to mention a limited time holiday offer that just might help check a box on your gift list.
ILTUWS readers who spend at least $30 will receive a free metal tin from Venchi’s holiday collection.
Venchi’s 2023 Holiday Collection items feature limited edition artwork from Andrew Bannecker and include the Prestige Advent Calendar, Christmas Maxi Book, Chocoviar Christmas Hamper and Christmas Carrillon among other festive products that make the perfect gifts. You can view the full holiday collection here. Don’t show up to your next holiday gathering empty handed!
Forbes recently named Venchi (first) in its gift guide for the best Italian chocolates.
Among the other delicious reasons to stop by Venchi this holiday season are a multitude of gift boxes featuring assorted Italian chocolates. Venchi is internationally known for its imaginatively named chocolates like chococaviar, gianduiotti, cremini, and suprema spread.
For those who prefer something cold and creamy, Venchi also carries 20 seasonally rotating flavors of Italian gelato in-store, including pistachio, crema venchi, stracciatella and vegan options like hazelnut, strawberry and azteco.
With 145 years of expertise in chocolate making, Venchi’s history dates back to 1878 when Silviano Venchi, a 20-year-old chocolate lover from Turin spent his life savings on two bronze cauldrons. Today, Venchi is an internationally known brand available in more 70 countries through more than 175 boutiques worldwide, including six locations throughout New York City.
So next time you’re out braving the cold on a holiday shopping spree, stop by Venchi for a sweet treat and gifts that will satisfy any chocolate lover on your list. Just reference this article for your gift!
