We know that Christmas means gifts, meals, and sweets, but one of the season's greatest pleasures is to drink a delicious drink: special teas, hot cocoa with marshmallow, coffee with mint... and so many other delicacies! If you also wish to experience drinking something hot in a cozy place as if by the fireside in a winter cabin, here are 5 recommendations of cozy places to relax and enjoy the moment.

And because we know many of our readers go Christmas shopping in San Diego, we’ll also list some options in this city. Here are the top 5 coffee shops in Tijuana and San Diego where you can enjoy the best of the Christmas season (and throughout the year too!)

1. Velvet at Colonia Cacho

One of the coziest ones in Tijuana, this coffee shop’s decor and atmosphere are designed to make every visitor relax and take in the moment. Its outer decoration recalls the charming cabins of Christmas romance movies. Don't miss trying out their delicious hot cocoa with marshmallow, a warm embrace for your palate!

2. Julep in Downtown Tijuana

This coffee shop has become an important meeting point in Tijuana where music and cultural events come together to create an unforgettable experience. During this Christmas season, they are offering special drinks including the pot latte (cold or hot) and the Sugar Cookie American, a perfect drink to warm the soul. Enjoy their unique events such as the XMAS Aura Candle Workshop, a talk with author Elizabeht Quezada about her book "A través del Tiempo", and a fun Painting Workshop. You can also ask for a Moka with different types of milk, perfect for this holiday season!

3. Aletosfera at Gabilondo

If you're looking for a place to delight yourself with delicious coffee and a cozy atmosphere, visit this café in the heart of the city! You'll have the chance to explore a space full of interesting books on sale, which you can read with your favorite drink or use as the perfect Christmas gift for your loved ones.

That's not all! This coffee shop features a special area upstairs where you can get your gifts wrapped. Which means that while you enjoy a delicious latte or espresso, your gift will be wrapped while you enjoy this beautiful location full of charm and decor that will make get into the Christmas spirit. Recommendation: try out their cocoa and their delicious orange latte.

4. Better Buzz at Hillcrest

If you love coffee and modern looking places with a cozy touch, we invite you to visit this coffee shop in Hillcrest. Though there are several different locations of this chain, this is the homeliest of all with a unique atmosphere that will make you feel like you're in your own living room. Enjoy a cup of coffee in its warm and relaxing atmosphere!

For this holiday season, try their matcha with chai foam, whose texture and flavor will delight you and remind you of a snowy tree, or their cinnamon latte with smooth and delicious Christmas-flavored cream.

5. Ryan Bros at Barrio Logan

If you're looking for a comfortable place in San Diego, this is the perfect café for you. With a warm industrial place, this coffee shop offers a unique opportunity for you to try local roasted coffee and artistic coffee and tea drinks. Plus, their delicious snacks are available all day long.

Don’t forget to try their brown sugar shaken espresso (iced), an energizing and sweet drink that will delight you, or their Mexican mocha (hot), a spiced drink that will make you feel the warmth and beauty of the holidays.

Special mention: Carrito Daniel's Coffee at Balboa Park

For a magical experience during this Christmas season, Daniel's Coffee offers delicious drinks that will help you get into the Christmas spirit. This café is perfectly located so that you can enjoy the beautiful Christmas decorations of Balboa Park.