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Get Cozy! Nine Great Date Spots To Wine And Dine This Winter
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A cheese shop as date spot? Sure, when it has a cute wine bar tucked into the back, à la Cheesetique. On a chilly night, warm up with hearty soups, pastas, and "grown-up" grilled cheese sandwiches, such as the black forest ham and gooey Gruyere combo. Or just order a board of artisan cheeses to wash down with a few glasses of Syrah. Perk? You can always grab a to-go bottle of wine on your way out, should things go well.

Where: 2411 Mt. Vernon Avenue (at East Uhler Avenue), Alexandria; 703-706-5300.

Photo: Courtesy of Cheesetique