Winter Warmers: Six Soul-Satisfying Dishes To Heat You Up This Season
When the temperature drops and the wind picks up, there's nothing quite like a hearty, warming meal to revive your spirits. Shop Penn is serving up comfort in every bite with this year’s Winter Warmers, six carefully crafted winter dishes. From Korean-Mexican fusion to classic French cuisine, each restaurant brings its own warmth to your table.
Chicken Gochujang Burrito from Korea Taqueria
Korea Taqueria's Chicken Gochujang Burrito brings the heat with a perfect fusion of Korean spice and Mexican comfort. Wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, tender chicken is tossed in tangy gochujang sauce and nestled alongside fluffy sesame white rice and hearty black beans. The richness of melted cheese and cool sour cream balance the heat, while sweet corn kernels and fresh pico de gallo add bursts of brightness. Finished with a generous sprinkle of cilantro, every bite delivers layers of flavor that warm you from the inside out—making it the perfect cold-weather indulgence for adventurous eaters seeking comfort with a kick.
Spicy Pizza from Smokey Joe's
For those who like their winter warmth with a fiery edge, Smokey Joe's Spicy Pizza delivers bold, unapologetic heat. This isn't your average pizza—it's a celebration of heat that starts with a foundation of aromatic garlic-infused crust and builds from there. Vibrant hot peppers are scattered across the pie, releasing their natural heat with every bite, while generous shakes of chili flakes add an extra layer of intensity. The garlic weaves through the heat, adding depth and complexity that keeps you coming back for more. It's the kind of pizza that makes you break a sweat even on the coldest days, proving that sometimes the best way to warm up is to turn up the heat.
French Onion Soup from Louie Louie
Louie Louie's French Onion Soup is winter elegance in a bowl, a timeless classic that warms both body and soul. Sweet onions are slowly caramelized to golden perfection, their natural sugars developing into deep, complex flavors that form the foundation of a rich, savory broth. Floating atop this golden elixir is a thick slice of crusty bread, generously blanketed with melted Gruyère cheese that stretches with every spoonful. The cheese forms a golden, bubbling crown that seals in the aromatic steam below. Each bite delivers layers of sweetness from the onions, richness from the broth, and that irresistible combination of crispy, cheesy bread giving way to tender, soup-soaked interior. This is French comfort at its finest—rustic yet refined, simple yet sophisticated, and absolutely essential when you need a meal that feels like a warm embrace on the coldest days.
Meatballs and Ragu from DIG
DIG's Meatballs and Ragu is pure Italian-American comfort, the kind of dish that feels like home no matter where you're from. The star of the plate is a blend of beef and chicken meatballs, expertly seasoned and cooked to tender perfection. These hearty meatballs are then lovingly finished in a house-made tomato ragu that's been simmered to develop deep, rich flavors. The sauce clings to each meatball, its bright acidity balanced by the savory meat and aromatic herbs. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with crusty bread or pasta, this dish embodies the slow-cooked, love-filled meals that make winter bearable—a reminder that the simplest ingredients, when treated with care, create the most memorable comfort.
Chicken Soup from El Taco
El Taco's Chicken Soup is the embodiment of traditional comfort, a steaming bowl of nourishment that warms you to your core. The golden chicken broth forms a savory foundation, enriched with tender rice and delicate shreds of perfectly cooked chicken. A generous topping of fresh cilantro and onion mix adds aromatic brightness, while creamy diced avocado brings luxurious texture to each spoonful. Crunchy strips of corn chips provide a satisfying contrast, and a squeeze of fresh lime slice ties everything together with a citrusy zing. This isn't just soup—it's a remedy for cold days, a hug in a bowl that combines simplicity with soul-warming satisfaction.
Nashty Bowl from Big Dean’s Hot Chicken
Big Dean's Nashty Bowl is Nashville heat meets comfort food heaven. This indulgent creation starts with a generous base of perfectly seasoned crinkle cut fries, crispy on the outside and fluffy within. Two golden Nashville tenders sit atop the fries, delivering that signature spicy crunch that Nashville hot chicken is famous for. The heat is tempered by a drizzle of house-made Comeback sauce—a tangy, creamy condiment that ties everything together. Fresh, crunchy house-made coleslaw adds a cool contrast, while tangy house-made pickles cut through the richness with their bright acidity. It's messy, it's indulgent, and it's exactly what you need when winter demands serious comfort with a kick.
This winter, let Shop Penn be your destination for warmth and flavor. Whether you're craving the fiery kick of Korean spices, the comforting familiarity of chicken soup, the bold heat of a spicy pizza, the homestyle embrace of Italian meatballs, or the refined elegance of French cuisine, our restaurants are ready to help you beat the cold. Stop by, warm up, and discover your new favorite winter dish—because the best way to survive the season is to savor it, one delicious bite at a time.