With winter in full swing, we share our top warming foods that make winter worthwhile. Whether it’s a spice-packed dish, a steaming hot pudding or a festive treat, this is the time to spoil yourself.
Here are our five favourite winter foods:
- Winter stew
Stews are truly good for the soul. Throw some winter vegetables, stock, herbs, spices (and maybe a dash of wine) into a pot, let it simmer till it’s soft and delicious, then “hey presto” — you have the perfect cold weather meal. Make sure to mop it all up with generous chunks of warm bread.
- Chilli
There’s something about the pungent smell of Mexican spices that help chase the winter blues away. A heaping bowl of chilli at the end of the day can make all the sleet, hail and ice worthwhile. For a really hearty winter treat, serve with baked potatoes too.
- Mashed potatoes
Delicious mash, how shall we eat you? Let us count the ways. Maybe we’ll mix you with cheddar cheese, or wholegrain mustard, or steamed cabbage. Or maybe we’ll just serve you the classic way with butter, cream, salt and pepper. So many mashed potato choices, so little time…
- Spotted Dick
Hero of British school dinners through the ages, you’ll be glad to know that spotted dick hasn’t stopped loving you now that you’re all grown up. It hasn’t stopped loving custard either — and thank goodness, for they’re a heavenly match.
- Porridge
It’s in the cold months that this humble breakfast dish really comes into its own. The best thing about porridge is that it can be all things to all people – either super-healthy and stacked with winter berries, or a pudding-like mix slathered with cream, honey and maybe even chocolate chips (well if you’re going to be naughty, it might as well be in wintertime).
We have winter covered, check out our Fine-Dining options across the Elite Group this festive season.
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club
Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa
The Grand Hotel, Eastbourne
Tylney Hall Hotel & Gardens