4 WINTER MEALS TO KEEP YOU COSY
South Africans love to soak up the sun. And who can blame us? When you’ve got our kind of blue skies and warm days, it’s a pity to let that good weather go to waste.
So, when the temperature starts to dip, we all look for something that makes winter feel a little more welcome. For many of us, that something is comfort food. A warm bowl, a slow-cooked favourite, a hearty plate or a sweet dessert can make a cold day feel easier to settle into.
If you’re looking for winter meals that bring warmth to the table, here are four comforting favourites to enjoy at your local Turn ’n Tender.
BUTTERNUT SOUP
Winter and soup just make sense together. Let’s be honest, there are few things better than a warm bowl of soup when the weather is cold and you’re looking for something comforting to start your meal.
Our Butternut Soup is a simple winter favourite that brings that cosy feeling from the first spoonful. It’s smooth, warming, and a great way to ease into your meal before moving on to one of your favourite mains.
Whether you’re stopping in for a relaxed lunch or sitting down for dinner, it’s a comforting choice when you want something that feels made for winter.
SLOW-COOKED RIBS
When winter calls for something hearty, ribs are always a good answer. Slow-cooked until tender, sticky and full of flavour, our ribs bring the kind of comfort food that feels generous without being fussy.
Choose from our Beef Ribs or Pork Loin Ribs, covered in our original Turn ’n Tender basting sauce and served with your choice of side. It’s the kind of meal that gives you warmth, flavour, and that satisfying feeling you want from a proper winter plate.
Explore our steakhouse menu to see the ribs, sides, and other winter meals waiting for you.
OXTAIL
Oxtail has a special place at the South African table. It’s the kind of dish that reminds you of slow Sundays, family meals, and plates that were made to be enjoyed properly.
At Turn ’n Tender, our oxtail gives you all that deep, slow-cooked comfort without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s rich, hearty, and made for those colder days when you want something that feels familiar, filling and full of flavour.
If you’re searching for comfort food or restaurants near me on a chilly day, this is the kind of meal worth sitting down for.
HOMEMADE MALVA PUDDING
If there was ever a dessert made for winter, it’s Homemade Malva Pudding. Warm, sweet and proudly South African, it’s the kind of dessert many of us have grown up with, and still look forward to when the cold sets in.
It’s a classic way to end a winter meal, especially after a hearty main. Whether you’re sharing dessert or keeping it all to yourself, Homemade Malva Pudding brings the kind of comfort that feels just right at the end of the table.
FIND YOUR WINTER MEAL AT TURN ’N TENDER
Comfort food doesn’t just fill the stomach. It brings people together around the table, especially when the weather calls for something warm, hearty and familiar.
The best way to enjoy winter meals like these is to head to your local Turn ’n Tender for a sit-down steakhouse experience. From Butternut Soup and slow-cooked ribs to oxtail and Homemade Malva Pudding, there’s something comforting waiting for you.
Looking for restaurants near me this winter? Find your nearest Turn ’n Tender and reserve a table for a meal worth warming up for.
