Franschhoek Life April 2021 by Franschhoek Life

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Become your own Masterchef with a Culinary Masterclass at Haute Cabrière – live cooking demos hosted by Chef Nic van Wyk, welcomed by a sabrage – a practice pioneered by founder, Achim von Arnim.

Enjoy the spectacular sunset views from the Miko terrace at Mont Rochelle. Choose from a selection of fine wines and curated cocktails – Happy Hour, every Friday and Saturday between 17h00-19h00.

Join museum curator Elzette de Beer for a walkabout through the La Motte gallery, sharing insights into the personal stories and memorable connections behind a special selection of artworks Celebrating the love of art.

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FOOD & WINE

Feast with Leopard’s Leap

Autumn is the perfect time of year for recipes that are moreish and comforting without being too heavy. Try this delicious and easy Chicken Carbonara with a glass or two of the popular Leopard’s Leap Chardonnay Pinot Noir! INGREDIENTS (Serves 4) 250g dried penne pasta (cooked according to instructions on packet) one handful freshly chopped parsley 2 cups cooked/cut up rotisserie chicken ½ cup cream ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 tsp olive oil ½ tsp salt 2 large eggs 250g crispy fried bacon 1 small onion, finely chopped ½ cup chopped mushrooms METHOD · In a large bowl, mix the eggs, cream, cheese, parsley, salt and olive oil and set aside. · In a large frying pan, fry the bacon until crisp, then crumble and set aside. · In the bacon fat, fry the onion until translucent and golden, then add the cooked chicken pieces and stir to coat. · Drain the pasta and, while still hot, add to the onion-chicken mixture and mix well. · Finally, pour the egg/cream sauce into the pasta and stir over low heat for one to two minutes, until fully incorporated. · Remove from heat and fold in the bacon, reserving some to sprinkle on top before serving. · Serve with a well-chilled glass of 2020 Leopard’s Leap Chardonnay Pinot Noir!

New Autumn Menu

Open Saturday & Sunday Lunches · Friday & Saturday Dinners BOOKING ESSENTIAL For more info or bookings please contact La Petite Ferme on 021 876 3016 or reception@lapetiteferme.co.za or visit the website www.lapetiteferme.co.za

Where Old Roads Lead

Old Road Wine Co. knows a thing or two about finding special vines in rugged corners of the Franschhoek Valley. From Old Road Wine Co.’s cellar door next to the road into the village wine maker Ryan Puttick has explored the byways of the valley to find the grapes he needs to craft his best expression of each cultivar. He seems to be on the (old) road to success.

The single-vineyard Pepperwind Syrah hails from lofty vineyards guarded by Verreaux’s eagles, where it is rumoured the cooling south easterly winds also bring the unique peppery spice to the wine. Generous skin contact yields optimal flavour and colour. Malolactic fermentation in the barrel is followed by 18 months maturation in the same second and third fill French oak barrels. The result is an intense wine with layered flavours of berries, pepper spice and outstanding structure. It is characterised by an excellent balance between bright, juicy fruit and integrated, spicy oak and earthy minerality. The finish is moreish and refreshing. Grapes for the Stone Trail Single Vineyard Chenin Blanc are from an unirrigated, 35-year-old vineyard reached by a meandering trail among fynbos and forest. Once trellised this vineyard has reverted to an improvised bushvine. At 380m above sea level the vines benefit from cooling afternoon breezes resulting in fruit with excellent acidity and perfect balance.

Fermented and matured for nine months in mostly older French barrels the result is a wine with length and depth that retains its natural fruit character. Maturation on the primary lees with regular stirring added further complexity. Concentrated yet fresh, with mouth-filling white pear, quince and gooseberry, followed by aromatic almond blossom and a balanced, lingering finish. Its depth of flavour is one of the Stone Trail’s stand-out features, along with a bright, focused acidity and earthy minerality which should see it age well. Based on these two example one hopes winemaker Puttick finds time to explore more old roads in search of fine vines. www.oldroadwinecompany.com

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LIFESTYLE

Ricci Shachar Leads Boschendal into the World of Online Retail

Residents and visitors of all ages have always relished the multi-layered experience offered by the magnificent Boschendal estate. Now, there is even more to get excited about as the omnichannel offering is unveiled, an online shopping portal that will enable customers from various regions of the Western Cape to buy a range of locally sourced and curated kitchen, home and garden products and accessories, ranging from tableware to linen, candles and wood ware. You can also expect to find previously loved cookery and gardening books sourced from a local Stellenbosch bibliophile. Ricci Shachar, formerly of Superbalist, is the driving force behind the Farm Shop’s move to digital. Customers can expect to find a superb range of products and a smooth online shopping experience. The e-commerce offer is about taking the farm shop online. Joining her on the omnichannel project as homeware curator and creative lead on e-commerce, is Paul Duncan, a former magazine editor and previously the design head of homeware at Woolworths. The omnichannel sourcing ethos is underpinned by integrity and mindfulness, a narrative synonymous with the Boschendal brand and its ongoing commitment to sustainability and ethical procurement. Great care has been taken to follow through on this approach, right down to the packaging. Nothing in the online store will be mass-produced and the collection will focus on exceptional items produced by stand-out local artisans and suppliers. Products developed or made on Boschendal farm and available at the brick-and-mortar shop, include farm fresh eggs, grass fed Black Angus beef, Duroc pork, an array of fresh fruit, cheese, vegetables and flowers, ceramics and beautiful woodwork. There is also an on-site bakery with delectable goods baked by Christine de Villiers and her team – and of course the legendary Pasteis de Nata! Big hits are the convenient frozen and ready-made meals, soups and desserts prepared by Chef Allistaire and his team and a bespoke gift collection to build your own gifting sets, choose from curated gift boxes or give the gift of choice with a generous gift voucher … everyone can enjoy a bit of Boschendal at home. Next day delivery to Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch (free delivery on orders over R750), scheduled days for delivery to CPT suburbs. www.boschendal.com

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VISIT PAARL S OUR OR OUR HOWROOM ONLINE S TODAY! TORE

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12h00-17h00 From R600 for a double basket. Spend the day lazing on picnic blankets while enjoying an Easter picnic basket and sipping on wine. On the 3rd and 4th Newton & Co will be playing live music and little ones can look forward to our fun-filled Easter egg hunt. Guests are welcome to bring their own blankets or chairs.

CULINARY MASTERCLASS AT HAUTE CABRIÈRE

Live cooking demos hosted by Chef Nic van Wyk on select Thursdays. The class commences with a sabrage – pioneered in South Africa by founder Achim von Arnim. Then cook up a storm, followed by lunch in the terrace restaurant.

10 Franschhoek venues have paired up with a Cap Classique house or two for a session of fabulous MCC tasting along with delicious food, live music and loads of fun.

11h30 | Dates: 22 April, 20 May & 24 June R350pp. BOOKINGS reservations@cabriere.co.za or WHATSAPP 064 928 1044

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FRI-SAT

TUESDAY

FOLLOW THE BUBBLES FESTIVAL

Choose your venue, select a time and purchase a session ticket: R100 per session (includes two tastings). Buy a once-off glass at R50.

WED-SUN

BOOKINGS reservations@boschendal.co.za

30-2 A P R I L - M AY

EASTER PICNICS & EGG HUNTS AT BOSCHENDAL

22 APRIL

LA MOTTE

FRANSCHHOEK THEATRE

DINNER AT ORANGERIE

Join museum curator Elzette de Beer for a walkabout sharing insights into the personal stories and memorable connections behind a special selection of artworks in the exhibition Celebrating the love of art. This special selection of art works by La Motte owner, Hanneli Rupert-Koegelenberg includes works by Irma Stern and Käthe Kollwitz. R80 per person. Reservations are essential.

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Visit the Orangerie Restaurant at Le Lude for dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings to enjoy a beautiful experience of fine French cuisine, award-winning Cap Classique and the evening splendour of the Franschhoek valley. The Orangerie is not affected by loadshedding.

Dinner is served from 18h00-20h30, bookings essential.

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DAILY

BOOKINGS 021 876 8850

DINNER AT THE DELI Not sure what to do about dinner? We’ve got you covered! The Deli’s pizza oven is fired up and ready to serve our mouthwatering pizzas when you need it most. And to top it off, kids under 12 eat free on weekdays! Dinner served Mon-Sun from 17h00-21h00.

021 876 2961 · www.lelude.co.za

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OYSTER & BUBBLY HAPPY HOUR AT GRANDE PROVENCE

Happy Hour Oysters: all day, every day – R140pp for six oysters and MCC bubbly Oyster pairing: R180pp for three oysters and three MCC bubbly. Advanced bookings not essential.

BOOKINGS restaurant@lelude.co.za

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MOTHER’S DAY RESIN JEWELLERY MAKING WORKSHOP WITH LORINDA

LLOYD & FLOWER CAFÉ

Join us for a fun, artistic and inspiring jewellery workshop for beginners. Start with tea & croissants before heading into the garden to forage for jewellery ideas, followed by jewellery making and lunch. Only 20 spaces available | R1195pp | 08h30-14h00. reservations1@boschendal.co.za

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VISIT www.grandeprovence.co.za

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LIFESTYLE

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RADAR

BROOKDALE BEAUTY

TURNING OVER A NEW LEAF

The sustainably-farmed Brookdale vineyards are situated at the foot of the lofty Du Toitskloof Pass where the granite soils are rich in clay and schist. The high-altitude site means the vineyards are exposed to strong winds that reduce yields and offer muchneeded cooling in Paarl’s warm climate.

Franschhoek Flowers is open for business again. The local floristry studio, which specialises in bespoke floral decor for weddings and events, also offers beautiful hand-tied bouquets and arrangements on order to private clients. To order, visit their online store (www.franschhoekflowers.co.za/shop) or contact them directly.

Winemaker Kiara Scott uses traditional viticultural techniques to craft her wines. This third vintage Chenin Blanc is medium yellow in colour with a nose that displays notes of white peach, citrus, fynbos and vanilla oak spice. The palate is full, bold and coats the palate with layers of green apple, sweet orange rind, yellow fruit, and citrus blossom.

Franschhoek Flowers has also introduced a Floral Subscription service whereby clients can subscribe to receive a beautiful handtied bunch of fresh flowers every week for only R1 200 per month. A lovely way to add colour to your home in the winter months. For more info or to subscribe, email info@franschhoekflowers.co.za www.franschhoekflowers.co.za | 072 253 3217

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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF CUNARD

2023 marks 100 years since RMS Laconia completed Cunard’s first World Voyage and to celebrate Cunard are embarking on a season of global adventures inspired by this pioneering feat in ocean travel. Cunard’s fleet will embark on two Centenary World Voyages in 2023: on Queen Mary 2 and Queen Victoria. Each will be complemented by a series of shorter travel adventures, with Queen Elizabeth undertaking full circumnavigations of Australia and Japan. Cruises in and out of Cape Town start from R34 870 pps. whitestar.co.za

NORVAL FOUNDATION

PRESENTS ‘THE REUNION: GEORGINA GRATRIX’

This is the first solo exhibition of Gratrix’s work at a museum. The exhibition brings together 27 major artworks, completed between 2011 and 2020. ‘The Reunion’ features still lifes and various portraits, based on images pilfered from social media platforms, newspapers, popular television series, films and society magazines. Included is Nine Weeks (2020) – a series of watercolour self-portraits made by the artist, one each day, over the first 63 days of the government mandated lock-down – in which the artist charts her changing mental states during a period of isolation. On show in Gallery 1 until 31 May. www.norvalfoundation.org/membership/ to purchase your access card or another membership option.

BRIGHTEN UP YOUR AUTUMN

AT THE ENTHRALLING NEW EDITION OF SPIER LIGHT ART The third edition of the much-loved annual Spier Light Art is on until 18 April 2021. Each night, visitors will experience a dazzling array of light, sound and video artworks throughout this historic Stellenbosch farm.

The ART EXPERIENCE is free; however, visitors will need to reserve a timeslot on Dineplan to ensure compliance with COVID-19 safety protocols and government restrictions. The best time to visit is at dusk, when you can catch both the beautiful sunset and the switching on of the lights. FOOD AND DRINK – Pre-book a sunset picnic visit the Spier Farm Cafe, various pop-ups, the Spier Hotel restaurant and Vadas Smokehouse & Bakery. Or just enjoy a glass of wine from the Wine Truck. www.dineplan.com/widgetframe/tLqHxpNh?date=2021-03-19

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LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL

Beyond

THE NEXT CHAPTER IN THE PETER TEMPELHOFF STORY

Peter Tempelhoff’s career is signposted with courageous culinary statements and award-winning venues. But, in a change of pace as he writes the latest chapter in his narrative, he comes back full circle to a simpler more traditional approach. The new concept, beyond, at Buitenverwachting Sustainable and seasonal produce and a respect for wine farm, comes with the dual challenge of offering provenance inform the menu, and Tempelhoff and his something fresh, while acknowledging the estate’s team craft these seasonally significant flavours into a centuries of history. The answer to this challenge comes memorable culinary experience with food that comforts by way of a light touch and uncompromising standards and nurtures served à la carte, to old-fashioned service as far as ingredients go (a Tempelhoff trademark). ‘If I standards. He’s joined in this exciting new episode by could choose a quote to sum up the philosophy behind core members of his stellar team at FYN, group executive the food at beyond, it would be something Marco Pierre chef Ashley Moss and Head Chef Julia du Toit. Du Toit’s White said: “Mother nature is the artist, we are just vision for this new venue includes a paring back – a cooks”,’ he says. stripping down of food to its essence. ‘We have become so used to trying to fuse flavours together that we have forgotten how to keep things simple – simple, elegant food that’s still packed with flavour,’ she says. The idea of a fresh take on tradition comes through in the simple, elegant interiors. A contemporary and casual, but refined space, conceived by Tristan du Plessis, this setting is as timeless as the menu and echoes the elegance of the dishes. The wine too, tips its hat to history, and Jennifer Hugé, longtime colleague of Tempelhoff (and general manager at FYN) cites the Constantia Valley as inspiration for the masterful selection. A recent addition, The beyond Sunday SMOKEOUT, runs every Sunday (weather dependent). Guests are invited to join beyond’s chefs as they cook over the fire, firing plates of free-range meats, the freshest seafood and organic vegetables, accompanied by an array of delicious salads and a welcome glass of Buitenverwachting MCC Extra Brut Sauvage. beyond is open for lunch and dinner every day Tuesday to Saturday (save Sunday, which will be a lunch sitting only). beyondrestaurant.co.za

Hazendal: A Destination For All Your Journeys

Stretched across the Bottelary Hills in the Stellenbosch winelands, Hazendal wine estate is a world-class destination offering culture, cuisine, adventure and entertainment for the entire family. Though packed with contemporary appeal, Hazendal is in fact one of the oldest farms in the South African winelands, dating back to 1699, when Governor Willem Adriaan van der Stel granted Christoffel Hazenwinkel the right to farm and settle on 60 hectares of land. Noting the abundance of Cape hares [Lepus capensis] in the area, Hazenwinkel named his new farm Hazendal; Dutch for ‘Valley of the Hares’. Over the course of three centuries the farm has changed ownership several times, until in 1994 this storied Cape farm found a new custodian in Russian-born businessman and philanthropist Dr Mark Voloshin, who has poured enormous passion and resources into modernising and rejuvenating the estate. Hazendal celebrates both its Russian owners and rich South African heritage with the myriad attractions that are on offer today, including a Russian Tea Room that celebrates the central role of tea in Russian culture, while introducing guests to traditional Russian pastries and savoury snacks. The Babushka Deli offers a family-friendly dining experience headed by Executive Chef Michélle Theron serving all-day breakfasts, gourmet sandwiches and seasonally inspired lunch plates. For something different, the Pivnushka Beer Garden, brings together the estate’s wines alongside local craft brews and flame-grilled fare in a space that’s ideal for casual get-togethers. The elegant Wine Lounge, offers a number of wine tasting options and The Marvol Gallery, housed in the estate’s historic original first homestead building – is home to an ever-changing roster of artworks, jewellery, sculpture and intricate objets d’art, much of it from Dr. Voloshin’s own private collection which includes an impressive portfolio of works from the respected Grekov Studio and a permanent display of Vladimir Tretchikoff among others. Hazendal’s Classic Car Collection showcases a variety of historic beauties from Dr Mark Voloshin the private garage.

Something Unique in Knysna Visitors to Knysna’s Thesen islands are always impressed by this “not your average” five star boutique hotel. The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is something of a landmark on the island and part of a Heritage Walk, with its four imposing steam towers visible from afar. The hotel is built around an old power station with all the old machinery lovingly restored to form an integral part of the hotel’s aesthetics. Guests can soak up the history as they walk past massive turbines, steel pillars and pipes that now form part of its funky décor. Each of the rooms provide luxurious amenities and the décor combines an industrial backdrop of bare bricks with plush touches. The unusual instruments and contraptions dotted around the hotel and painted in vivid colours, will keep visitors fascinated for hours. Boasting one of the finest spa’s on the Garden Route, The Turbine Spa has a wide range of relaxing treatments from massages to facials and a Rhassoul Steam Room. The hotel recently appointed, award-winning culinary professional, Greg Coleman as the new Head Chef. Coleman cut his teeth as Sous chef at the Beverly Hills Hotel and Mount Nelson Hotel, before moving onto Plettenberg Bay Hotel as Executive Chef, Pezula Championship Golf Course Clubhouse and the East

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There is even monthly Jazz Club evenings, hosting some of the most popular names in the genre; the likes of Emma de Goede, Sisonke Xonti and international jazz star Chad Lefkowitz-Brown. Dating back to 1790, Hazendal’s iconic Homestead has been sensitively restored and upgraded into an opulent guesthouse capable of hosting up to 10 guests in five elegant en-suite bedrooms with modern comforts and conveniences and some winelands glamour. While adults can enjoy the journey of art and culture, younger visitors will be entranced by the colourful world of Wonderdal.

Head Café, where along with six others, was pronounced a “Trailblazer” at the 2015 World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the SA Sustainable Seafood Initiative (Sassi) Award ceremony for actively promoting sustainable seafood at the restaurant. Coleman oversees The Island Café restaurant which overlooks the stunning canal and serves up dishes from a diverse à la carte menu and The popular Gastro Pub.

This unique edutainment experience combines learning with play, magic with innovation, allowing learners aged 5-13 to journey through the worlds of science, nature and life skills in the company of their Amuki companions. These five animated friends represent the five elements essential to life in Wonderdal – Sun, Earth, Sky, Water and Care – and are both the guardians and playmates for every young visitor to this enchanted space.

The hotel also has its very own adventure centre, the Turbine Water Club, and can arrange a variety of waterand land-based activities such as lagoon cruises, forest walks, city tours and bicycle hire.

Wonderdal is always access-controlled and supervised, allowing parents, and caregivers the opportunity to explore Hazendal estate with peace of mind while young visitors are enchanted by the wonderful world of Wonderdal.

Situated in one of South Africa’s most picturesque and popular coastal towns. The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa has it all … luxurious accommodation, exceptional cuisine, stunning views and a range of world-class facilities.

Hazendal’s gardens have been extensively landscaped to offer an array of green spaces to relax and recharge and will soon boast a world-class golfing facility too.

Weekend rates start from R1800 – per night and weekday from R1500 per night (expires 31 August 2021).

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Lose yourself in the magic of Hazendal

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