JOHANNESBURG, June 5, 2025: There’s something about winter that calls for comfort food, the kind that warms you from the inside out and feels like a well-deserved hug after a long day. At City Lodge Hotels, our winter menu is packed with flavourful favourites that bring the heat in all the right ways, especially when paired with our Easy Red (Pinotage) and Easy White (Sauvignon Blanc) sommelier’s choice house wines.

Take our rosemary lamb cutlets: tender, juicy, and bursting with herbaceous flavour, they’re served with your choice of golden French fries or fluffy maize meal, and a selection of sauces to suit your taste. Pair them with a glass of Easy Red to match the richness of the lamb beautifully.

Go all in with our Shisa Nyama platter, consisting of a generous spread of BBQ-dusted chicken, boerewors pinwheel, sticky BBQ ribs, beef rump kebab, pap, chakalaka, and grilled sweetcorn ribbons. It’s bold, hearty, and unmistakably local, and with a glass of Easy Red in hand, the smoky, spicy flavours really sing.

Nothing beats a classic: from the grill, our 300g beef sirloin is cooked just the way you like it - tender, juicy, and full of flavour. Served with your choice of golden French fries or fluffy maize meal, it’s comfort food at its finest. Add your favourite sauce (Madagascar Pepper, Mushroom, Chakalaka, or Chimichurri) and a glass of our Easy Red for the perfect pairing.

If you’re after something creamy and comforting, our mild chicken curry hits the spot. Served with fragrant basmati rice, sambals, and a crispy poppadum, it’s a gentle nod to spice that pairs perfectly with the freshness of our Easy White. The wine’s light fruitiness lifts the dish while balancing its creamy texture.

For those craving a taste of the coast, our Mozambique-style chicken combo is a must. Marinated chicken quarters and wings are grilled to perfection, served with golden French fries and a tangy corn and chive salad. A chilled glass of Easy White is all you need to bring out the zesty, tropical notes of the marinade – perfect for sunny winter days on the pool deck.

Our sommelier’s choice house wines, created in partnership with Diemersfontein Wines and Thokozani Staff Holdings, are all about easy enjoyment and great food pairings, whether you’re staying the night, meeting friends for lunch or dinner, or simply treating yourself. They are part of our comprehensive beverages menu that includes a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and cocktails.

If you’re simply in the mood for something sweet, we’ve got you covered with a tempting line-up of desserts. Think gourmet Cake of the Day, indulgent Sour Cherry Black Forest pudding, creamy Strawberry Cheesecake, or a classic Malva Pudding served with ice cream and custard. Each one is a comforting treat that goes well with our range of hot drinks, from aromatic teas to rich, freshly brewed coffees.

Although City Lodge Hotel Maputo in Mozambique, Town Lodge Windhoek in Namibia, and Town Lodge Gaborone in Botswana don’t yet stock our sommelier’s choice Easy house wines, each hotel offers a well-curated wine list featuring similar Sauvignon Blanc and Pinotage options that pair beautifully with our delicious menus.

Come in from the cold, find a cosy spot in one of our 58 hotels, and let us serve up something special. Winter’s here and City Lodge Hotels is ready to warm things up, one comforting bite and perfectly poured glass or mug at a time.