With comfort food on the menu and a roaring fireplace in the corner, some of the best dining is to be had during winter. Here are over 30 incredibly cosy restaurants to visit this winter.

With comfort food on the menu and a roaring fireplace in the corner, some of the best dining is to be had during winter. Here are over 30 incredibly cosy restaurants to visit this winter.
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