On a chilly winter morning in January, the town square of a small village nestled amongst the snow-capped peaks was bustling with people. Today was their “Annual Hot Chocolate Contest”. The event was a beloved tradition, from local cafes to chefs, to home cooks, to children and elderly, everyone loved it.

Emma, a small bakery owner, was a first-time contestant this year and was very anxious about the competition. She wanted to promote her small business and also share her amazing hot chocolate recipe with the people. Days and nights were spent perfecting that recipe, which had a hint of smoky caramel and a sprinkle of edible........

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