Enjoy a sumptuous feast

True to tradition, the four-star Carnival City Hotel will be staging a festive, family-styled Christmas buffet – with all the trimmings – on Christmas Day.

This year though, the sumptuous feast will be hosted on the hotel’s pool deck.

Guests will be treated to a lavish buffet featuring traditional Christmas dishes and desserts, with a contemporary and decidedly South African twist.

“If you want a bells-and-whistles Christmas meal but don’t want to cook it, you can.

“Join us for an indulgent, el fresco Christmas feast at our poolside.

“Expect a mouthwatering spread and a magical atmosphere,” said Carnival City’s marketing manager, Michelle Smith.

For starters, there’s a choice of exciting salad dishes including sous vide chicken salad with heirloom tomato salad and basil; roasted veg, walnut and golden raisin couscous salad; green salad with rocket; baby gem lettuce, cucumber and green olives; and sweet and sour roasted beetroot; with mandarin orange dressing.

For mains, there’s a choice of warm side dishes such as fragrant pilaf rice; garlic and herb potatoes; and beautifully roasted vegetables.

These are served with a selection of meat and fish dishes, such as Cajun and garlic roasted turkey roll; roasted gammon; baked line fish; mussel veloute; smoked salmon baked penne, as well as beef, mushroom and potato hot pot.

The feast is topped with decadent desserts including lavender panna cotta; white and dark chocolate mousse; chocolate éclairs with a coffee Chantilly cream; apple crumble with custard; and traditional Christmas pudding with custard.

There are two sittings: one at noon until 3pm and another at 4pm until 6pm.

Seats are limited to preserve the intimate atmosphere.

Booking is essential on 011 898-7027, or 7225.

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