As winter sets foot in full swing, what’s better than a plate of piping hot biryani to beat the wintry chill? This spicy, comforting dish that is a combination of rice, fragrant spices and marinated meat or vegetables is not only a great way to stay warm, but also makes for a filling and affordable meal, especially when paired with the accompanying raita (yoghurt dip), dhal, side salad and pickles.

We bring you a list of restaurants in SA serving up a biryani that’s sure to tickle your tastebuds.

Johannesburg

Cape Town

Pretoria

Durban

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