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Tastes Like Teen Spirit: Announcing Winner of R150 Velvet Cake Co Voucher!

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August 15, 2016

Tastes Like Teen Spirit: Announcing Winner of R150 Velvet Cake Co Voucher!

velvet cake co cakes loop street cape town — Choices, choices…So many to choose from at The Velvet Cake Co

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO ENTERED! I loved reading all your comments, and look forward to running another competition for you guys VERY SOON!

While I wish I could give each and everyone of you a prize, there can only be one winner, and that is……

Faatimah Falal!

Runner up, with a consolation prize of 2 cupcakes or cake cups of his own choice, is the very wonderful Migael Mouton! Congratulations Faatimah and Migael, I’ve sent you an email to put you in touch with the PR, who will organise your vouchers for you. Thanks again for entering and remember, every #whoopwhoopwednesday you can buy a big ole slice of Velvet Cake Co for only R39!

This competition is now closed.

Are you a teenager? Do you love cake? Good! Then you stand a chance to win a R150 voucher from The Velvet Cake Company.

All you have to do is answer the following two questions:

Where do you as a teenager like to eat in Cape Town?
What do you like to order the most from the menu ?

You can win a R150 voucher for The Velvet Cake Company by simply answering in the comments section below! Enter as many times as you like, as long as you only nominate ONE place and ONE menu item per comment.

Entrants must be between thirteen and nineteen years old and reside in or near Cape Town, or be able to redeem their prize in person in Cape Town.

The winner will be announced at 12 noon on Friday 28 August 2016. The decision is final and regrettably no correspondence will be entered into.

Voucher is not redeemable for cash and can only be used at a branch of The Velvet Cake Company in Cape Town and suburbs.

The Velvet Cake Co has a cake for every occasion, with special limited edition cakes, baked cakes, cake in cups and cupcakes that will blow your mind! Buy a mini cake or selection of their adorable cupcakes for a friend or special occasion, or treat yourself any day of the week. Click here to see Cake Selection

They also have amazing savoury quiches! All of these can be ordered full-size for pick up or delivery.

On the menu are dramatic naked rainbow cakes, which comprise six layers of colourful buttermilk cake with cream cheese frosting spread on layer upon layer; Sweetie Pie cupcakes; milk tart cupcakes and a wicked Black Cat peanut butter version too. Or try red velvet and cheesecake combo cakes, and red velvet cakes swathed in layers of Italian meringue.

If you prefer to eat your cake with a spoon, there are also cake cups! Try a rainbow cup, with layers of brightly coloured cake between layers of cream cheese icing; a lemon meringue cup; or a chocolate caramel cup with chocolate cream cheese icing and caramel treat.

They are famous for their Velvet Cakes, in Red Velvet, Chocolate, Carrot or Pink Velvet flavours. Click here: Velvet Cakes

Velvet Cake Co also sell incredible cake toppers with a special message for your special occasions! Click here: Cake Toppers

JUST REMEMBER, EVERY WEDNESDAY IS #WHOOPWHOOPWEDNESDAY AT VELVET CAKE CO, AND YOU CAN BUY A SLICE OF THEIR DELICIOUS CAKES AT ONLY R39! TAKE A FRIEND ALONG AND SHARE!

That’s all, folks! Get busy commenting!

cupcakes velvet cake co — Selection of cupcakes and a cake cup from The Velvet Cake Co

velvet cake co, whoopwhoopwednesdays, cake cape town — #whoopwhoopwednesdays at Velvet Cake Co every Wednesday, slices of cake only R39!

Velvet Cake Co famous rainbow naked cake

Get Next to Nature with Waterkloof Estate Guided Tours

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August 14, 2016

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Get Next to Nature with Waterkloof Estate Guided Tours

waterkloof wine estate biodynamic farmer christo loots — Biodynamic farming guru Christiaan Loots at Waterkloof Wine Estate

Waterkloof Wine Estate is justifiably famous for its eco-aware ethos, wines and cuisine. Visitors to the estate are now offered a fantastic opportunity to get next to Nature with the Circle of Life Guided Tours.

“Circle of Life” is a core principle of Waterkloof’s farming and winemaking philosophy, evident everywhere on the estate. Participating in one of several guided tours on offer affords visitors the chance to see how this philosophy is applied daily.

More than just a typical ‘organic vine to organic wine’ experience, the two-hour Circle of Life Biodynamic Tour takes eco-enthusiasts and wine lovers behind the scenes of Waterkloof’s green way of life, The estate is situated on the crest of the Schapenberg in the Helderberg, in rugged landscapes with spectacular views . The Biodynamoc tour is personally conducted by the estate’s farm manager Christiaan Loots. He is the driving force behind Waterkloof’s cutting-edge, environmentally responsible farming methods, and these insightful edu-eco tours show just how biodynamic and organic farming is really done.

It took Christiaan and his “green brigade” ten years to transform the once depleted, conventionally farmed land covered in alien tree species, infected vines and eroded roads, into the healthy, sustainable life-force it is today. With groups limited to 12 people, you’ll learn more about amongst others, its beautiful Percheron horses that are used instead of tractors, to plough, compost, spray and harvest.

Waterkloof Wine Estate Circle o Tourf Life Biodynamic

“On our Circle of Life Tour you will get to meet our new brood of compost-making chicks; the inside scoop on our biodynamic preparations; to stick your hands into our earthworm farm; the dirty on how we produce our own 100% natural fertiliser; and, much more. Not to mention the clean air and scenic splendour,” says Christiaan.

The estate’s new Tour With Us experience offers a more exclusive and all-round glimpse of Waterkloof by including the bio-dynamic tour with a visit to the cellar; an informative wine tasting; and, a two-course lunch at the estate’s Eat Out Top 10 Restaurant. Groups are limited to six people to keep it personal.

Other guided tours that provide insight into the farm and its eco-friendly approach include a full-circuit, two-hour Guided Walk. It highlights Waterkloof’s Champion status in the WWF Biodiversity

scenery waterkloof wine estate guided tours — Rugged landscape of Waterkloof Wine Estate

and Wine Initiative and its location in the Cape Flower Kingdom – one of the world’s foremost biodiversity hotspots. After working up an appetite soaking up natural beauty on foot, walkers can end their experience with a two-course lunch or dinner, all served up with awe-inspiring farm and ocean views.

Waterkloof Estate with horse and view LR2 — Ride With Us horseback tour Waterkloof Wine Estate

Visitors can also explore the Schapenberg’s dramatic surroundings on horseback. The Ride With Us adventure gets you into the saddle for a picturesque, 60-minute trail ride through the area and ends with a leisurely, two-course lunch at Waterkloof.

Make your visit to Waterkloof even more spectacular by flying in by helicopter from the V&A Waterfront. The luxury Bird’s Eye View excursion includes a tutored wine tasting upon arrival; cellar tour; and, six-course degustation menu with wine pairings in the estate’s award-winning ‘restaurant in the sky’, perched high on the hill, before taking the flight back.

Waterkloof is situated on the outskirts of Somerset West and within a spectacular amphitheatre of vineyards, fynbos and mountains. Its environmentally sensitive approach to farming, honest wines, highly rated restaurant and striking cellar design are pillars of its reputation.

Waterkloof currently produces three wine collections in addition to the flagship Waterkloof range: Circle of Life, Circumstance and Seriously Cool. The estate’s sister company, False Bay Vineyards, produces two ranges: Peacock Wild Ferment and False Bay.

All excursions must be pre-booked. For bookings, dates and terms and conditions, contact Zandri at Tel: 021 858 1491 or send email to zandri@waterkloofwines.co.za.

Activity cost* per person:

Circle of Life Biodynamic Tour: R100

Tour With Us: R520

Guided Walk: R630

Ride With Us: R670

Bird’s Eye View: R10, 500

*Prices subject to change

For more information about Waterkloof visit www.waterkloofwines.co.za or follow @WaterkloofWines on Facebook and Twitter.

nadia barnard waterkloof wine estate wine tour — Waterkloof Estate winemaker Nadia Barnard conducts Tour With Us cellar visits and wine tour

Liquid Gold: Tokara Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Liquid Gold: Tokara Extra Virgin Olive Oil

tokara wine estate olives deli helshoogte pass franschhoek — Tokara Wine Estate, Helshoogte Pass, Franschhoek

Would you ever combine olive oil with chocolate, salted caramel and ice cream? Tokara Wine Estate executive chef Richard Carsten does, and it is sublime.

At a media event this past week, we were treated to a tasting of the estate’s extra virgin olive oils and wines, along with chef Richard’s culinary wizardry. The tasting took place at the magnificent Tokara Deli, famous for its breathtaking architecture and installation art. The food ain’t half bad either, although I am sure anything eaten surrounded by such natural beauty would taste like ambrosia.

The three oils poured for us were a 100% Frantoio, the Tokara Multi-Varietal, and Tokara Premium Blend. These were matched with Director’s Reserve White, Tokara Elgin Sauvignon Blanc and Tokara Stellenbosch Chardonnay. Special olive oil tasting glasses containing measures of each oil allows one to warm the oil by cupping the glass between one’s palms before taking a sip. The idea is to swirl the oil around one’s mouth, from side to side and back to front, before slurping some air in to oxygenate the oil. Much like wine tasting, in fact! The characteristics to look for in a good extra virgin olive oil are: fruitiness, bitterness and piquancy. The Frantoio is quite grassy and peppery, with the Multi-Varietal and Premium blends more balanced and nuanced.

Our lunch concluded with 2 desserts, paired triumphantly with the Tokara Multi-Varietal – a sensational soft chocolate ganache tart with walnut, salt and caramel, and an olive oil cake with vanilla ice cream, lemon zest, grated fresh ginger, pine nuts and white balsamic jelly. Both desserts were extraordinary in execution and simplicity, and I highly recommend you should try them!

TOKARA hosts educational olive oil tastings alongside a wine tasting to the public. When the weather is good, a stroll along the olive orchard path is a wonderful way to get acquainted with the lie of the land, so to speak.

All of these oils can be tasted at the estate tasting room, and are also for sale in the Deli. Other stockists are: Spar, Checkers, Woolworths and select delicatessens countrywide.

At TOKARA, high on the Helshoogte pass between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, the relationship between the olive grove and the vineyard is embraced and celebrated. Renowned for its sophisticated wine and culinary offerings, TOKARA also produces award-winning extra virgin olive oils since 2000.

Anne-Marie Ferreira, founding member of the Olive Shed, recalls what her motivation was to plant olive trees on TOKARA at a time when the South African olive oil industry was virtually nonexistent. “Our family is passionate about wine and food, and both elements play such a vital role in bringing family and friends together. It therefore made absolute sense for us to plant olives to produce quality extra virgin olive oil that would complement our quality wine range.”

The olives are hand-harvested and then processed in a boutique pressing facility on the estate, from middle March each year till the beginning of July. Having planted predominantly Frantoio, Leccino and Mission olives on the property, TOKARA was the first South African olive oil producer to bottle and market single varietal olive oils from these varietals.

“It is something you don’t readily find elsewhere and it is something we pride ourselves on. It gives the consumer a wider array to choose from and with which to experiment,” says TOKARA’s Olive Oil maker Gert van Dyk.

In order to ensure the best quality oils are extracted from the olives, they are cold pressed – with temperatures kept under 30 degrees Celsius – within 24 hours of being harvested. Planted on the steepest slopes of the farm, this olive oil project began with only a 4ha olive grove in 2000. A year later, the first 500 bottles of extra virgin olive oil were bottled. “Extra virgin simply means the highest quality classification that we can give an olive oil,” says Gert. “And you can only make extra virgin olive oil from superior olives”.

At TOKARA, the approach to olive oil is also about changing perceptions of how it is consumed. “You can add it to anything and that’s what we wish to convey to our consumers,” says Gert. “From drizzling it over a salad, to adding it to a minestrone soup, or even incorporating it in desserts – it’s such a natural, healthy and versatile ingredient.”

Striving to create unique and bespoke experiences on the estate, TOKARA hosts educational olive oil tastings alongside a wine tasting offering. When the weather is good, a stroll along the olive orchard path is also a favorite with visitors.

“It’s something different to what other places offer and we are fortunate to be able to showcase this to our visitors,” says Gert.

TOKARA is open 9am-5pm weekdays and 10am-3pm on Saturdays and Sundays. For further information visit www.tokara.com, email wine@tokara.com or phone 021 808 5900.

tokara extra virgin olive oils wine estate helshoogte pass — Tokara Estate Olive Groves, Helshoogte Pass, Franschhoek

tokara olive oils — Tokara extra virgin olive oils, sold at the estate tasting room

Salted Caramel Apple Tart

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August 7, 2016

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This is really Tarte Tatin in a different guise. Because what’s better than upside-down caramelised apple tart?

Upside-down salted caramel apple tart, that’s what. It couldn’t be easier, and you can make it with pears and nectarines too, as long as you choose nice firm, slightly underripe ones.

The real name of this glorious pie is Tarte Tatin, of course, all French and fabulous and famous for being rich, delicious and…uhm, upside down. It’s easy to make, especially if you buy really good quality frozen puff pastry, and follow the nifty shortcuts in the recipe below. The hardest part is peeling the apples and chopping them up!

SALTED CARAMEL APPLE TART

Considering how little effort it really requires, this luscious caramel apple tart with its puff pastry base should be one of your staples for entertaining. Pears make a good alternative for the apples. The tart is best served slightly warm soon after being made.

Serves 8

Ingredients:

1 X 400g packet bought puff pastry, thawed

melted butter for brushing over

Filling:

8-10 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into wedges

100 g castor sugar

1 t (5 ml) ground ginger

4 T (60 ml) unsalted butter

1 t (5 ml) sea salt flakes

Method:

Preheat the oven to 200 C and spray a 28 cm pie dish with non-stick cooking spray. Cut a circle of the pastry, about 3 cm larger than the pie dish.
Place the peeled, cored apple wedges in a large bowl. Sprinkle over the sugar and ground ginger and stir well to mix. Let stand for 30-60 minutes in a cool place.
Melt the butter in a large pan that can go into your oven or else prepare a pie dish while you cook the apples in the butter. Cook apples slowly until just softened and beginning to caramelize. Stir in the salt and mix well.
Spoon apples into the prepared pie dish or leave in your oven-proof pan, and lay the circle of pastry on top. Tuck in the sides snugly around the edges of the filling and prick all over with a fork to let any steam escape. Brush lightly with a little melted butter.
Bake in the centre of the oven for 20 minutes and then turn the heat down to 160 degrees Celsius. Bake for another 20 minutes and remove tart from the oven.
Slide the tip of a knife around the edges of the tart and place a plate upside down over it. Using a dry kitchen cloth, hold the bottom of the pie dish firmly and swiftly overturn in one motion so the plate is underneath the pie crust with the apples on top.
Serve in wedges with ice cold crème fraîche or thick cream.

caramelising apples tarte tatin sonia cabano blog eatdrinkcapetown — Cook the peeled, cored apple wedges in butter until beginning to soften and caramelise around the edges

glazed apples tartate tatin sonia cabano blog eatdrinkcapetown — Cook apples, sugar and butter until lightly caramelised and juices turn syrupy

raw puff pastry tarte tatin sonia cabano blog eatdrinkcapetown — Roll out 400g shop-bought thawed puff pastry and tuck in around apples in the pan. Prick pastry all over with a fork to let steam escape

baked tarte tatin sonia cabano blog eatdrinkcapetown — Bake at 200 C until pastry is golden brown. Remove from oven, let cool for 10 minutes before upturning on a plate to serve

tarte tatin recipe sonia cabano lusciouscapeown — salted caramel upside-down apple tart voila!

Wild and Wonderful, West Coast Getaway Break

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lamberts bay harbour west coast — Fishing boat, Lamberts’ Bay harbour

Is winter giving you cabin fever? Head for the hills, then. Head for the plains, or even the sea! Head for the wild and wonderful West Coast, in other words, where you’ll find plenty of this and more. The newly rebuilt N7 is a joy to drive, and once past Morreesburg, it’s like paradise reaches out to embrace you.

The West Coast is ideal for short family breaks, with most popular destinations mere hours’ drive away. (Very handy if you’re travelling with children and teenagers, since you’ll arrive before they can get bored and start bickering in the car.) Its rugged beauty and simple charms appeal to one and all, and if you’re the adventurous sort you’ll be spoilt for choice of adrenalin rushes. Surfing, climbing, biking, fishing, sailing, golfing, camping sites galore – this is certainly the standard West Coast-style adventure. But did you know you can have superb food and wine experiences too? No, neither did I, at least until recently! There’s more to West Coast food than crayfish, braais and potjies, I was delighted to discover.

An invitation from a friend led to us making a booking to stay a few nights at lovely Piekenierskloof Mountain Lodge recently. The 4 star lodge is perched high up in the mountains above the tiny farming village of Citrusdal – which boasts a very fine golf course, by the way – and offers luxurious accommodation with stunning views over the valley. Barely an hour’s drive out of Cape Town along the newly rebuilt N7, this lodge is the perfect location from which to explore the area in any way you choose. It is exceptionally family-friendly, with enormous play areas set well away from the main building, outdoors as well as heated indoors pools, mini golf, trampolines and games galore. I was surprised – and very pleased – that my teenagers took off to explore the hills and veld around the lodge for hours on end. No mean feat when you consider they’re almost surgically attached to their electronic devices! They loved the zipline and target shooting, and of course room service got a thorough workout too.

Piekenierskloof Mountain Resort garden and pool

We stayed for three days, one of which was spent just driving up along the coast. We tried to find the famous Heerenlogenment Cave but zero GPS reception and my abysmal navigational skills nixed that, so we headed off to Lamberts Bay for lunch instead. Tripadvisor reviews for places to eat in this little fishing village are not encouraging, but don’t be put off. I was determined to have some crayfish and lucky for us we found the delightful Weskuskombuis at harbour’s edge. Spick and span, freshly painted and neat as a button, this cheerful little café and bar serves up humble local boerekos fare with style. The friendly owner Yolindi looked after us like gold and we relished the fresh fish and chips, crayfish, salad and lovely light Malkopbaai chenin blanc. Next time I’ll order the lamb offal, another regional speciality, with a side of roosterkoek, and definitely more Malkopbaai wine!

crayfish west coast weskuskombuis — Grilled crayfish at Weskuskombuis, Lamberts Bay

From our table out on the deck we had a great view of the docks in the harbour, and pretty soon a commotion caught our attention. Several boats were returning with the snoek catch of the day, leading to a flurry of activity and an almost palpable sense of glee among the fishermen. I just had to get up close for some photos, and it was great fun to chatting to the fishermen, keen to show off their catch.

snoek fisherman lamberts bay west coast — Fisherman, Lamberts Bay Harbour

snoek, lamberts bay harbour west coast — A jolly good catch! The day’s snoek haul, Lamberts Bay Harbour

The highlight of our stay was undoubtedly the Carmien Rooibos Tea, wine and food pairing at Hebron Guesthouse. Conveniently located slap-bang across the road from Piekenierskloof Lodge, Hebron is where magician chef Steve Oldroyd prepares extraordinary feasts to pair with local wines and subtly flavoured rooibos teas. He cooks with a delicate hand, creating incredibly finely nuanced layers of flavour and texture. If you thought rooibos was for babies and old ladies, this pairing will blow your mind!
The experience turned out to be one of the best food and wine pairings I’ve ever had. The teenagers enjoyed their part of the meal, too, which naturally excluded wine!

Steve is a keen gardener with a big heart, who cooks with fresh seasonal herbs, fruits and vegetables from his lush kitchen garden. It’s a wonderful experience to sit in the dining room of his guesthouse while he’s bustling about in the open kitchen, chatting away while he conjures up the most seductive aromas and flavours. A definite must-do if you’re ever in the Cederberg! You should book ahead for this extraordinary experience, and stay over either at Steve and wife Caro’s guesthouse Hebron, or else across the road at Piekenierskloof Lodge. Email admin@hebron.co.za or look here Contact Hebron Guesthouse

Chef Steve Oldroyd in his kitchen, Hebron Guesthouse, Citrusdal

carmien tea food and wine pairing menu — Carmien Rooibos Tea, food and wine pairing menu, Hebron Guesthouse with chef Steve Oldroyd

carmien rooibos tea food and wine pairing hebron chef steve oldroyd — Duck Samosas, District 6 Blatjang, Carmien Chai Spices, Cederberg Bukettraube

carmien tea food and wine pairing, chef steve oldroyd, hebron, citrusdal — Grilled springbok loin, lentils and quince jelly, Carmien Vanilla Mocha, Cederberg Shiraz

Afternoon Tea: Table Bay Hotel is Tops

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July 20, 2016

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Afternoon Tea, Cream Tea, High Tea or plain old koek en tee – call it what you want, just have it often. Cake and tea are not mere indulgences, I feel, but necessities to comfort us through this rough old ride called life. My motto? Must. Have. Cake.

Every once in a while, therefore, it is imperative to stop what you’re doing and break for something sweet and hot. Some gin maybe. A glass of bubbly? And nowhere better to do this than at The Table Bay Hotel. A favourite haunt of celebrities and glitterati, this grand 5-star Waterfront hotel offers an Afternoon Tea fit for royalty. Truly, it is plush. Gliding down the escalators from the V&A into the lofty lobby of The Table Bay is enough to make you feel like a Hollywood star. After the fabulous spread of their High Tea, you might want to try on a tiara too.

The nice part about it is that you can choose how much to splurge – have a 1-, 2- or 3-course tea (these things do exist, and they are a good idea), choose from a huge variety of speciality teas, augment with a little cocktail, wine or bubbly, and off you go. One afternoon of your life, sorted.

The menu choices are as follows:

High Tea: R 280.00 a 3-course High Tea inclusive of three TWG teas from the tea menu.

Tea Royale: R 340.00 3-course high tea offering inclusive of three TWG teas from the tea menu, served with a glass of MCC bubbly.

Sinful Delight: R 140.00 A Selection of Sweet Treats from the Dessert Buffet, inclusive of one TWG Tea from the tea menu.

I was invited by Table Bay Hotel to preview the High Tea Winter Menu and took along my 16 year-old teenage son. Not expecting him to make much of the experience, I’m glad to report he loved every second, every little mouthful. He even ordered a speciality tea, the TWG 1837, for its caramel and citrus notes, he said, and this he enjoyed hugely, pausing to give comments on how he felt this tea paired with the food. Want to bond with your teenager? Take ’em to tea at Table Bay.

The 3-course tea we were served starts with little savoury dainties, moves on to a selection of cocktail sandwiches, then freshly-baked cranberry or buttermilk scones, and finally a full-on cake and pastry extravaganza on the buffet table. At R280 this is great value, I think, considering the location with its stunning view of Table Bay across the yacht basin, the impeccable service and the exceptional quality of the food. I’d never be able to manage a 3-course tea on my own, and in future will stick to scones and tea, with a little glass of something on the side. Melt-in-the-mouth snoek tartlets, crispy halfmoon pastries and samosas were a tasty start to the Tea.

Interestingly, local flavours, fynbos and indigenous plants are worked into some of the savouries and sandwiches, like here:

House cured & smoked linefish with cream cheese, spekboom spinach, pickled agave shoots, lemon zest & green onion in roosterbrood.
Malay-spiced beef on a Parmesan cracker with coriander chutney
Chakalaka, dune spinach & Healy’s cheddar puff pastry roulade
Cream cheese, chives & Cucumber in Rice paper

Next came scones and a cocktail for mum. The delicate pairing of my TWG Bain de Rose tea, lemon curd and cream scones with the refreshing, delicate cucumber & Hendricks gin martini is highly recommended. No doubt you’ll have great fun making up your own personal pairings. There are many other cocktails to choose from as well as a great selection of wines, bubbly and imported champagne.

Pastry Chef Bobby Kumar came to our table to chat, a really nice surprise, and it is clear he has a great deal of love and passion for his craft. The buffet table is spectacular, with very vividly-coloured cakes,tortes, dainties and sweet delights, but it was the tastes of these that really thrilled us. Chef Bobby bakes like an angel, producing ethereally light, subtly-flavoured creations that makes you sit back and go ‘Wow! Can’t believe the magic happening in my mouth right now!’

Have a look at this for some motivation to make your High Tea booking right now:

(More than 15 cakes and dainties to choose from. I know, right? Crazilicious.)

Mango mousse on banana blondie with feulletine
Apricot and almond cake
Mini gateaux opera (layers of almond sponge cake, coffee syrup, choc ganache, coffee buttercream, chocolate glaze) – this was SENSATIONAL
Cape citrus and condensed milk caramel custard
Not-so lemon meringue pie (lime mousse on a biscuit base with meringue and raspberry caviar, absolutely incredible)
Cardamom and pistachio éclairs
Ginger and orange Financier
Salted espresso caramel and hazelnut-chocolate tart
Banana cupcakes with maple pecan frosting
Rose macarons sandwiched with vanilla cream cheese
Assortment of homemade choc truffles
Almond frangipane strawberry tart with lemon gelée
Tiramisu Swiss roll
Chocolate praline mousse sphere on a flourless cake
Saffron and almond milk with homemade Oreo cookies
Bain de rose panna cotta, macerated raspberries and lemon curd cream
Cheese board (selected local artisan cheese, with fruits, homemade biscuits and preserves)

Children are made to feel very welcome at The Table Bay, and there is even a special menu for them. On the day of our visit there were two tables of families with young children, who were clearly having as much fun as the teen and I were. And who wouldn’t, with this to choose from:

Kiddies’ Menu:

Almond and cranberry nougat
Assorted marshmallow
Chocolate treat half nougat eggs
Dark chocolate coated nougat

You’ll be looking for these details right about now:

The Table Bay’s famous high tea is available from Monday to Sunday. To accommodate demand, two sittings are staged; the first is 14h00 to 15h30 and the second at 16h00 to 17h30. The price for the winter high tea will be R280.00 per person.

For more information or bookings please contact TableBayDining@suninternational.com or 021 406 5988.

For more info and images on this glorious experience, please click here: Table Bay: The Best High Tea in Cape Town

The Table Bay High Tea2 — Afternoon Tea served on beautiful Wedgwood china at Table Bay Hotel

IMG_20160712_200319 — Lemon curd & cream scones, TWG Bain de Rose tea, Hendricks gin & cucumber martini

IMG_20160712_194828 — Beautiful dainties and pastries on Table Bay High Tea Buffet

Proteas, dainties, pastries and cake at Table Bay Hotel High Tea Buffet

Bot River Goes Big: Spring Festival 2-4 September

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July 13, 2016

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Bot River Goes Big: Spring Festival 2-4 September

Go ahead, mark the date: 2-4 September is the annual Bot River Spring Festival and you don’t want to miss it. All that fresh air, food and wine, yours to enjoy!

‘Bot Rivier?’, I hear you ask, ‘Now where is that exactly?’ Well, for starters, it’s ‘where real people make real wine’, according to the Bot River Winegrowers Association, who add that the character of the region’s wines is akin to its farmers: down to earth, honest and very sociable.

‘From historic and traditional wineries to the most modern, state-of-the-art cellars, the common denominators are a warm welcome; handcrafted, top quality wines; a commitment to biodiversity and the desire to share hours of sociable sipping with fellow wine lovers.’

See? You’ll be in good company if you like a bit of a kuier over good food and wine. So don’t forget to book your tickets on the double via Quicket now; it would be a shame not to experience all the goodness.

This small, close-knit Overberg community offers an authentic experience of hearty hospitality and wholesome country living. Bot River was originally called Gouga by the local San people, meaning ‘abundance of fat’ The same word was used to name the butter made in abundance by the Khoi-San, whose cattle grazed on the banks of the river. Merchants travelling from the Cape traded wares for casks of butter, and named the river ‘Botterrivier’ as early as 1672. Now, of course, the river represents wine!

11 Bot River wine farms are mostly family-owned and run, and the region has a reputation for ‘wine mavericks’. All will share unique products and experiences during the Spring Festival – ranging from olives, jams, preserves and deli goods, lekker wyne to fresh farm produce and indigenous plants. Expect entertainment too – local talent will line up to get folks hummin’ and singin’ along.

The vibe in Bot River is laidback and friendly, making visitors feel instantly at home. A mere hour’s drive from Cape Town to the ‘Botriviera’, the road passes through lush green pastures and acid-yellow canola fields, setting your mood dial on ‘chill’ long before arrival. The annual Spring Festival gets visitors to meet up with local producers and winemakers, getting to know them personally and taste their products out of hand, so to speak. And because good times and new friendships take time to enjoy to the fullest, the Spring Festival lasts 3 days. That’s so you can stay over and start all over the morning after the night before!

“We invite visitors to linger, so they can soak up, sip, savour and share in our passions and pleasures. The stuff that makes us stand out from other wine routes, with lots of barrels of fun thrown in for good measure,” explains Melissa Nelsen, Cap Classique maven and creator of Genevieve MCC.

The Spring Festival officially kicks off on Friday 2 September with a Bot River Magnum Magnificence showcase. This occasion sees local producers presenting some of their ‘big boys’ – magnum bottles – which the sommeliers will pair with food to match the magnificence. Limited tickets for the exclusive Magnum Tasting & Dinner at Beaumont cost R450 per person and include rare cellar releases, fabulous food and sheer sommelier excellence.

On Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September farms host visitors to share unique experiences, like Luddite Wines’ sausage making course. Genevieve MCC’s will sell Oyster and Bubbles all weekend, along with magnums of its newly released 2012 vintage.

Early birds and outdoors fans look smart: catch hearty breakfasts at Goedvertrouw, perhaps to fuel up for a guided fynbos hike later at Paardenkloof Estate. This is also a great spot for family picnics, wine tastings and pairings.

Check out Ecology Lifestyle Farm, who’ll offer specials on fynbos plants at their nursery. A petting zoo, live music and loads of goodies on sale for your own picnic baskets complete the picture.

It’s worth meandering to other nearby destinations too, like Forage Restaurant at Wildekrans, where the chef is a keen forager who loves incorporating local indigenous plants in his menu.

No visit to the Overberg is complete without a visit to Gabriëlskloof, with its spectacular hilltop setting, endless views and superb cooking by chef Frans Groenewald. Local seasonal ingredients feature strongly on his menus, to complement the outstanding Gabriëlskloof wines. Take time for wine tastings or shopping in the well-stocked deli. During the Spring Festival weekend chef Frans and his team will be experimenting with pickles and preserves in their kitchen, sell it in their deli and pair it with the elegant wines in the tasting room. The Sunday Family Lunch is a great way to end the weekend en route home.

Child-friendly hosts for the weekend include Beaumont Estate where a pink sweet stall, pink kiddies’ bowling action, a playground and tractor rides will keep the little ones entertained whilst adults can feast on gorgeous jewellery, plant and produce boxes, delicious food and stellar wines. Barton Estate, all decked out with a jumping castle and tractor rides, will tempt passersby with complimentary canapé and wine or beer pairings and a wine blending competition.

A highlight event of the Spring Weekend will take place at Maramanna Polo Estate on Saturday evening, with a Pink Gin and Bubble Polo affair ending off the day’s entertainment. To drink: local craft gins and a bubbly bar, how cool!

Maybe a good idea to knock back a few of those before embarking on a game of Bubble Soccer:

‘We’ll have some bubble soccer on the go for anyone up for a quick game of ‘inflated’ action. You know those big bubbles kids usually play with on water? Imagine those… but with adults in them, trying to kick a goal through the posts. It should make for some hilarious viewing while we all sip on flutes of bubbly and G&T’s,’ chuckles Penny Verburg of Luddite Wines.

Looks like the good folks of Bot River know how to have a rip-roaring good time…

Tickets for the Pink Gin and Bubble Polo sunset party, starting at 5pm, cost R150 per head and include a welcome drink, a happy box of spring snacks and the bubble soccer action. Book via www.quicket.co.za

So that’s it, folks, now you know it all: The Spring Weekend 2016 sure promises Bot River bliss at its best. All farms are open from 10am until 4pm on both days.

Tickets available at www.quicket.co.za. A weekend pass at R100 per adult gets you a wine glass, an information booklet (collect at the tourism office) and two days of bountiful discoveries.

Limited tickets for the exclusive Magnum Tasting & Dinner at Beaumont cost R450 per person and include rare cellar releases, fabulous food and sheer sommelier excellence. Tickets for the Pink Gin and Bubble Polo sunset party, starting at 5pm, cost R150 per head and include a welcome drink, a happy box of spring snacks and the bubble soccer action.

And would you like transport? R100 per person per day, will take you round to the farms of your choice.

For accommodation options in the area visit: www.botriverwines.com.

For more information on the Bot River Spring Weekend 2016 contact Melissa Nelsen at

Cell: 083 302 6562 or email Melissa@genevievemcc.co.za.

Uptown Chic at Cape Town’s Capital Mirage Hotel

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Uptown Chic at Cape Town’s Capital Mirage Hotel

Exterior night shot 17 — The Capital Mirage hotel, corner Waterkant and Chiappini streets, De Waterkant

Gin & Snooker Lounge 2 — Gin and Snooker lounge, Capital Mirage Hotel, De Waterkant

Gin & Snooker Lounge — Mezzanine lobby, Capital Mirage, De Waterkant

Pool area with view — Forever view from Pool Deck, The Vue, Capital Mirage Hotel, De Waterkant

Nighttime forever view from Pool Deck, The Vue at Capital Mirage, De Waterkant

Capital Mirage Hotel, Cape Town — Capital Mirage exterior, De Waterkant, Cape Town

Visiting Cape Town? Stay in De Waterkant at Capital Mirage. Luxe accommodation, hip decor; free parking and wifi. Special rates apply until September. And there’s a Sky Bar…

Even if you live in Cape Town, why not book a room for a night?
WHY NOT INDEED.

(See last paragraph for special offer rates; it’s waaay less than you think.)

It’s not often I get to play tourist in my hometown, and after my experience of a night at the Capital Mirage in De Waterkant, I might just make a habit of it.

I first discovered the Capital Mirage at a media launch early June and was intrigued on the spot. It’s everything that a millennial urban hotel should be, and it’s quite something.

Plus, it’s got the location, location, location thing bang on right.

I’ve never been exactly sure what to call De Waterkant, perched as it is on the cusp of downtown Cape Town and the Atlantic Seaboard, betwixt the mountain and the sea. Suffice to say, the arrival of Capital Mirage makes it firmly Uptown in my book.

65 luxury studios and apartments are all self-catering, with better appliances and more space than your average city flat; the fittings are plush , the furnishings opulent, the whole edgy and chic. It’s sophisticated, fresh and funky, all at once. Muted grey backdrops make the stunning bolts of colour splashed everywhere really *pop* out; clever use of bronze and metallics add patina and lustre. The public spaces and mini-lobbies on each floor are so groovy, you’ll want to whatsapp friends to dash over for drinks – but THAT is something best left to one of the most stunning spaces I’ve seen for a long time: The Vue Sky Bar with its rooftop pool at the apex of the building.

Think: wraparound floor-to-ceiling glass walls with jaw-dropping vistas of forever. Think: ice blue with shots of gold and smooth white decor. Think drop dead glam.

Think fun, baby.

The Vue has several clever nooks and seating arrangements, including dining areas, so you’ll never feel crowded. Add a very sexy bar serving the latest cocktails and some classy gins, vodkas and brandies, and you have yourself your prime destination come summer.

The Vue also serves breakfast, lunch and dinner for hotel or outside guests. And I can tell you from personal experience, you haven’t lived till you’ve seen dawn over Table Mountain and Bokaap while waiting for your eggs and bacon to be served. It’s magnificent. Just…magnificent. Looking for somewhere to pop the question? Take ’em to early breakfast at The Vue. No way they’ll turn you down. Just. No. Way.

The Vue Sky Bar has a moreish and tempting selection of small plates as bar-or-anytime-else food, and they cater for events too. Why not drop them a line and see what they’re up to? Contact info.thevue@gmail.com

The Capital Mirage offers a selection of luxury and superior studios, and spacious one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartments. All have luxurious bedding and soft furnishings, immaculate en-suite bathrooms, well-equipped kitchenettes and lounges with oversized LED television. And oh! don’t forget the Nespresso machines and complimentary pods, the thickly padded carpets, the sleek lamps, the writer’s nook with comfy desk and chair, the abundance of plugs for all your devices…Yep, Capital Mirage has got it covered for the modern urban traveller.

Some of the finest retail therapy is but a stroll away, and the neighbourhood has a wide choice of dining establishments to choose from. Best of all, the hotel is hugely accessible and supremely well situated for exploring the best of Cape Town, and for reaching the airport.

Enjoy world class services with in-room dining, complimentary uncapped high speed wifi, HD satellite television, complimentary parking and scheduled shuttles to the V&A Waterfront and Cape Town International Convention Centre.

But hey! get a head start on the crush and go now, because Capital Mirage has special offers on accommodation rates until September. Check here for booking details: Capital Mirage Reservations and Enquiries

So, here’s the intel about the special offer: (And I’ll type s l o w l y to let it all sink in…)

Winter Launch Special

The Capital Mirage is tipped to be one of Cape Town’s hottest spots this winter. A winter special is on offer from R1,530 per room per night subject to availability. It can be booked online at www.thecapital.co.za (quote winterspecial) or contact the hotel directly on 021 200 5100 or email mirage@thecaptital.co.za

For more information visit: www.thecapital.co.za or join the conversation on Twitter: @TheCapital_SA or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCapitalHotelGroup

Superfoods, Super Good: Wellness Warehouse New Winter Menu

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Superfoods, Super Good: Wellness Warehouse New Winter Menu

French Toast with a double stack of gluten-free banana bread, dates, honey, bacon, flaked almonds, yoghurt and almond butter

If Cilma Pretorius’ radiant complexion and sparkling eyes are anything to go by, you should be eating at Wellness Warehouse every day of your life. Why? Because this effervescent Group Food Operations Manager is the superbrain behind the new Winter Menu that kicked off on the 6th of July. ‘I’ve never launched a menu before, so I’m a little anxious that it works,’ she quips with a laugh. ‘This is just the food that I eat and enjoy every day, so I’m hoping it appeals to others too.’

It does, Cilma, it does. I took my two children for my daughter’s 15th birthday brunch at our nearest Wellness Warehouse in Kloof Street today. We hadn’t eaten there in a long time, usually getting our Wellness fixes at the cafe in the V&A Waterfront. A minor hiccup there recently led to WW inviting us to try out their new Winter Menu, and after seeing some photos of the new dishes, I leapt at the opportunity.

Apart from the ready meals, grain bowls and salads in the fridges, WW Kloof Street has a large dining space with a daily buffet and wickedly tempting cakes and sweet treats. Looking for paleo, banting, vegan and gluten-free cakes and bakes? Wellness Warehouse has it. And they are delicious. Tahini fudge, banting cheesecake, gluten-free carrot cake, vegan choc cake slice with rich choc icing, almond and orange low carb cake. Yeah, that’s solid gold.

It’s no mean feat to make vegan, paleo and banting meals irresistibly, can’t-stop-eating delicious, and this WW does extraordinarily well. It’s not just where you go to eat healthy food; it’s where you go to eat fantastic, super yummy food made with love and care. There’s more on the menu than superfoods and vegan dishes: healthy proteins feature too. Low carb and banting-friendly egg wraps come with fillings of salmon, ricotta, bacon, avocado, chicken and cream cheese; there’s an ostrich burger, chicken wraps and tempeh, while the daily buffet is 100% vegetarian. The menu is cleverly constructed so you can add-on your own choice of proteins, like ostrich burger patty, grilled chicken breast, falafel balls with beetroot hummus, smoked Norwegian salmon, poached egg or tempeh. Or choose a cheese – ricotta, goats’ milk or feta are available in portion sizes. 4 different dressings can be ordered to pimp your bowls and salad to your own liking.

4 Wraps are on offer at R49, either whole wheat or gluten-free:

chicken, hummus, spinach, coriander pesto & pomegranate
chicken, kale, turmeric kraut and chilli dressing
roasted butternut, tempeh, kimchi and eggplant
falafel tabbouleh classic

Five mains are served in hearty portions and are extremely well priced. They include:

ostrich burger with tomato, brie, beetroot chutney, tzatziki and honey dressing (well that got my mouth watering, and yours?) R60
falafel burger with hummus, rocket and salsa R50
vegetarian lasagna with seasonal vegetables R40
frittata with seasonal vegetables R40
Barley, edamame and green beans bowl with roasted beetroot, toasted pumpkin seeds, chilli and micro greens R45
Millet veg bowl with millet, roasted butternut, spinach, kimchi, cumin, pumpkin seeds and fresh coriander R45
Buckwheat risotto with buckwheat, kale, leeks, roasted cherry tomatoes, turmeric and a dash of coconut cream, topped with chia seeds and pea shoots R50
Lentils and wakame (I had this today and just couldn’t stop eating) with lentils, wakame seaweed, roasted beetroot, topped with coconut shavings, cranberries and turmeric. R48 Note: the vegan bowls are made with coconut oil.

My son chose the Heavenly French Toast (R45) and divinely delicious they turned out to be. After one bite he declared ‘This is sublime’ and a taste convinced the rest of us that it might very well be the best French Toast in Cape Town. Absolutely incredible, a gigantic portion with a double stack of banana bread, dates, honey, bacon, flaked almonds, yoghurt and almond butter. Top that, I say!

My daughter chose the chicken and pomegranate wrap, relishing every bite with oohs and aahs. My lentil and wakame bowl instantly turned me into a future weekly customer: a bowl of crunchy, savoury, sweet ‘n’ salty, tangy, nutty wonderfulness. Curiosity made me order the falafel with beetroot hummus and the Chilli Moondust Pie. I mean, who can resist a breakfast bowl with a name like that, right? It was insanely good. Think rich, creamy chocolate pudding with added supernutrition goodness and crunchy cashews. Think complete gluttony and total abandon…Take comfort that it’s made from Wazoogles mixed superfood powders, banana, avocado for the creaminess, sugar-free peanut butter, raw cacao powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon and dates topped with salted cashews and cayenne. It should be a food group of its own, I reckon.

Lentils, wakame seaweed, roasted beetroot, cranberries, toasted coconut and turmeric bowl Wellness Warehouse Winter Menu

Buckwheat Risotto — Buckwheat risotto with buckwheat, kale, leeks, roasted cherry tomatoes, turmeric, coconut cream, chia seeds, pea shoots

Egg wrap with smoked Norwegian salmon, rocket, ricotta, dill & chilli flakes Wellness Warehouse Winter Menu

Barley, edamame, green beans, roasted beetroot, toasted pumpkin seeds, chilli and micro greens Wellness Warehouse Winter Menu

Protein flapjack with Wazoogles Choc Moondust Powder, banana, tahini, coconut nectar & cacao nibs Wellness Warehouse Winter Menu

Goji berry Wellness Tea: goji berries, lemon, spirulina, lemon and coconut nectar

Wellness Warehouse raw juice cocktails have a dedicated fan club of their own, and whoever devised them has the palate of an angel. Example: Good Stuff Green Juice has carrot, broccoli, apple, red pepper, tomato, kale and watercress(R35). Super Duper Green Juice features Moringa, apple, broccoli, cucumber, celery, spinach, kale, watercress, cos and parsley (R39). The raw juices cost between R35 and R39 for 350ml, which is excellent value compared to other juice outlets. I went for my usual Cleansing Greens Green Juice, a refreshing, salty-tart blend of cucumber, parsley, spinach, apple and lemon (R35) and my son chose a Zinger – carrot, orange, apple and ginger (R35). Three shots can be had at R15-R25: Ginger Shot, The Powerhouse with watercress, wheatgrass and spinach, and The Invincible with ginger, turmeric, lemon and cayenne pepper.

There are no fewer than 10 fantastic 500ml smoothies, priced between R35 and R49. All contain an array of super nutritious supplements, and they are pretty much a meal in themselves. Just the ticket pre- or post-workout, for breakfast or a meal on the run, or a general nourishing treat.

So if you’re still thinking Healthy Eating=Blah, first check out Wellness Warehouse Winter Menu for the fully hey wow whole food experience. Right? Right.

Let’s Do Lunch: Hot Specials at The New Look President Hotel

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Let’s Do Lunch: Hot Specials at The New Look President Hotel

Don’t you just love saying ‘I’m off to The President for lunch, darling’?

Well I do, it makes me feel all chic and swanky.

Chic and swanky indeed is the new-look President Hotel in Sea Point, since it underwent a major make-over under its new independent ownership. Once the flagship hotel in Cape Town, it veered off course for a while and hardly figured as a hot spot for too long.

All that has changed. Back with a bang and better than ever, The President once more reigns regally over its prime spot overlooking the ocean in Bantry Bay. The lobby is cool, tranquil and airy, leading out onto the deck and infinity pool with sea views.

Says sales and marketing manager Nikki Vardan of the rejuvenation project: “People call The President ‘iconic’, and it is, in the sense that it represents the best, most gracious, most beautiful and most fulfilling of what Cape Town lays out for the visitor – but it is an icon not to be admired at a distance, as something remote and impersonal. It is a Hotel to be experienced, embraced and appreciated first-hand – a haven of harmony in the vortex of vibrant city life, where professionals are on hand to meet every need and want in order to ensure a relaxing holiday or business stay.’

Deli counter in Botany Cafe, The President Hotel

The new Botany Cafe and deli is a lovely large all-white welcoming space, decorated with hanging potplants and greenery. Comfy white rattan chairs and slatted wood screens add to a classy, tranquil Long Island vibe. Emphasis is on all things fresh from the garden and farm: organic, artisanal, seasonal and bursting with flavour.

Great plans are afoot to offer knock-out food and wine experiences, with new chief executive chef Craig Paterson steering a talented, focused team. The mission? To position The President among the top contenders in our food-loving city. As well Craig might, with a stellar track record in some of the finest kitchens locally. Among his many plans are a new alfresco bar, a dedicated wine bar featuring their absolutely stunning wine list, and a bang-on-trend bar snacks menu with Wagyu burgers, pulled pork sliders and craft beer tasters too. Very soon The President will be the place to go, so get your glad rags ready for some big nights out.

Botany Cafe Hot Pot Winter Warmer Lunch Specials R65

Lunch at The President is a pretty good deal too. Today my teenage son and I were guests of the hotel for their Winter Warmer Hot Pot Lunch Special. At only R65 a pop, it offers a different choice of pot pies or hearty soups and toasties in the Botany Cafe every day of the week until 31 August. There is also an à la carte menu with excellent choices for appetites of all kinds, be they light and health conscious, or hearty and indulgent. We chose from both menus: smoked venison carpaccio and crispy salt and pepper calamari from the carte, and the chicken and mushroom pot pie from the special menu. My son loved his Mocktail Mosquito, and I relished the excellent Blaauwklippen chenin blanc on recommendation from our lovely waiter Garth Mack. The cocktail menu has all the latest hip drinks and then some, while the Mocktail menu offers serious pleasers for teetotallers. The Blaauwklippen chenin was the perfect pairing with the lush, rich pie.

My son is quite the critic and generally not easily impressed, what with being a 16 year old lad-about-town. So when he declared the chicken pie the best in Cape Town, the hotel beautiful and the staff fantastically nice, he spoke from the heart. Initially he wasn’t that keen on ordering the carpaccio, but at first bite exclaimed ‘Wow! This is awesome!’ and proceeded to polish his plate.

Smoked venison carpaccio, sunblush tomato, Gran Padano shavings, Botany Cafe, The President Hotel

Light and crispy salt and pepper calamari, Botany Cafe, The President Hotel

Chicken Pot Pie, Botany Cafe at The President

2016-07-06 13.30.36 — Rich and creamy chicken mushroom pot pie, Botany Cafe, The President Hotel

Executive chef Craig Paterson, The President Hotel

I loved the setting. It has an incredibly peaceful, happy vibe, and the staff are diamonds. Genuinely friendly and warm, they made us feel welcomed as if we’re old friends. The food tastes clean and fresh, loaded with texture, colour and flavour. Yes, we are already planning a return visit for lunch and definitely dinner for the family at The Islands, for the special menu served there. Have one course for R100, a 2 course set menu for R145, or the full 3 course set menu for great value at R190, not including wine.

And come summer, you’ll most likely find me on a lounger near the pool, sipping something tall and cold under a shady sun hat.

“The Botany Café is not the only menu from which guests can make their selections,” Vardan points out. “There is also a new terrace menu, a revamped à la carte menu and of course, the upgraded room service menu. We have also changed the buffet menus to add spice and variety to the dishes. However, while we have focussed on the healthier options, we have definitely not banished those sinful treats that lead us all astray – we all need to indulge from time to time! So you can still sneak an ice cream or chocolate sundae – and then make up for your guilty conscience with some raw juice or a smoothie!”

A super special touch is the original jersey worn by Nelson Mandela during the 1995 Rugby World Cup, framed in glass by the entrance. There is also a brass plaque commemorating Madiba opening The President on 3 June 1998.

Good to know The President still does him proud, by being a true jewel in the crown of Cape Town’s hotel and restaurant scene!

Book at 021 434 8111 email info@presidenthotel.co.za