When I'm meeting friends in the city, I often take them to this charming café right off the for Bahnhofstrasse shopping street. In winter, their entryway is lit up with ferry lights.

Even in cold weather, you can still sit in their quiet courtyard, cuddling up in cozy blankets they leave on every chair. Or you can warm up inside and admire the courtyard from the tall windows that let in all the light.

If I’m feeling like a sweet treat, I’ll swap out my usual cappuccino for their hot chocolate made with Lindt chocolate.

What to drink: classic hot chocolate with cream (or fresh ginger tea)

What to eat: double baked almond croissant

Address: Kappelergasse 16, 8001 Zürich

Website: www.milchbar.ch