SEPTEMBER 2019
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Grande Provence, the landmark 1694 Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek, has gone back to its culinary roots with a new Heritage Spring Tasting Menu. The menu offers a wide selection of fresh, local ingredients, expertly prepared with Chef Marvin’s own twist on South African heirloom recipes. The menu is a collection of true South African heritage food. A must-try this spring!
The Rupert Museum reopens its doors after extensive renovations to the space, visitors are in for a treat with the four current exhibitions on show and Museum Saturdays, with exciting activities, like artist conversation; multi-sensory drawing workshops and art activities for children.
Celebrate the start of Spring at this year’s Franschhoek Uncorked Festival Travel from farm to farm sampling some of the superb wines the Franschhoek Valley is known for. Participating wineries will be showcasing some of their crowd favourites, as well as a handful of new release gems. There will also be added attractions to ensure a truly memorable Uncorked visit.
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Swing Into Spring with Grande Provence
Grande Provence, the landmark 1694 Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek, has gone back to its culinary roots with a new Heritage Spring Tasting Menu.
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The menu offers a wide selection of fresh, local ingredients, expertly prepared with Chef Marvin’s own twist on South African heirloom recipes. With dishes such as fire-roasted beetroot, pink beetroot purée, honeycomb walnut praline, and chevin with suurvytjies dressing; Saldana bay oyster, fynbos-infused kimchi, fresh plums, oyster kaiings, and dune spinach; free-range chicken breast, stewed apricots, pickle curried onions, cream cabbage, and gingerbread jus; and passionfruit curd, buchu ice cream, and boeber with meringues, the menu is a collection of true South African heritage food. A must-try this spring! For something more relaxed, enjoy a country-style picnic under majestic oaks in beautifully landscaped gardens at The Bistro. Packed to the brim with delicious artisanal foods, this is pure indulgence for the whole family to enjoy. Treats include fresh seasonal fruits; tomato, basil, and feta tartlet; estate-made hummus; local cheeses and preserves; salad; Danish pastries; charcuterie; farm-baked ciabatta; and a decadent Valrohna chocolate brownie. Children and vegetarians are catered for too. The picnic basket comes with a bottle of Grande Provence’s popular Angels Tears wine, as well as still or sparkling water. The Grande Country Picnic is available in the summer months from October 2019 to April 2020 at R700 for two people sharing or R350 for a single basket. The cost per child under the age of 10 is R150 for the kiddie’s basket. Another stylish spring experience matches Méthode Cap Classique and fresh West Coast oysters. Served from the oyster bar under towering oaks in Grande Provence’s beautiful sculpture garden, the MCC and oyster pairing offers three uniquely-dressed oysters to complement the character and personality of each of the Grande Provence Brut MCCs at R180 per person. An addition, The Bistro is offering heritage breakfasts, such as egg benedict, omelettes, and granola bowls, from 10h00 daily. For lunch, you will be spoiled for choice with dishes such as burgers, fish and chips, platters to share, and freshly-shucked oysters. To book, please call us on Tel 021 876 8600 | email reservations@grandeprovence.co.za
Enjoy 2 for 1 on drinks from our bar menu everyday from 5 - 7pm BOOK A TABLE: 021 876 2770 | reception@montrochelle.virgin.com Mont Rochelle, Dassenberg Road, Franschhoek
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Revel in Summer at Mont Rochelle
Summer is just around the corner and with beautiful views and extensive grounds, it’s one of the best times of the year to experience Mont Rochelle. Grab a basket! With over 100 acres to explore, picnicking is one of the best ways to see the estate. Choose a freshly prepared basket of goodies from the Country Kitchen and find a secluded corner to enjoy with someone special. Why not combine it with a wine tasting session? After all, a visit to this vineyard hotel would not be complete without tasting a few of their award-winning wines. At the heart of Mont Rochelle is Miko restaurant. Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it boasts impeccable 180-degree views over the Franschhoek valley and surrounding vineyards and mountains. Showcasing the very best that Franschhoek has to offer, each of the seasonal dishes uses the freshest and most local ingredients, which are paired beautifully with home grown wines. A late afternoon cocktail on the terrace is the perfect way to relax and unwind while watching the stunning sunset. Enjoy sundowners with 2-for-1 on all drinks from the bar menu every day from 17h00 to 19h00. There’s no better time to plan a staycation than with the ultimate foodie getaway at Mont Rochelle. Enjoy a spectacular culinary adventure, with a two-night stay, including daily breakfast, a five-course tasting menu with wine pairing at the flagship restaurant Miko, and either a two-course lunch or picnic basket from the Country Kitchen. To make a reservation, please call 021 876 2770 or visit www.montrochelle.virgin.com
Live the High Life at La Residence
In the heart of South Africa’s wine country, the experience at La Residence is focused on fine wine and delicious cuisine. Executive Chef Lennard Marais oversees the dining experience at La Residence. His cuisine emphasises fresh, local ingredients, many of which are grown on the estate. Because the cuisine is such an integral part of the experience at La Residence, our guests will often sit down with the chefs to discuss their preferences and dietary requirements with menus being tailored accordingly. The chefs at La Residence are of the highest calibre, dedicated to ensuring that every meal is unforgettable. At the Chef’s Table in the Great Hall, guests will enjoy a completely interactive evening with one of our celebrated chefs: an evening perfectly curated to your preferences and interests. The experience begins with a leisurely stroll through the La Residence gardens. During the summer months, the abundance of black figs, ripe pomegranates, juicy plums, green artichokes, and fragrant herbs will leave you spoiled for choice as you select the freshest seasonal ingredients for your feast. The four-course meal, complete with amuse bouche, palate cleanser, and petites fours will be prepared in front of you while the chef talks you through the ingredients, cooking techniques, and flavours. All that remains is for you to enjoy your meal accompanied by a perfectly paired selection of wines by our wine steward.
delightful selection of sweet and savoury snacks in the decadent Great Hall or outside in the quiet comfort of The Tea House next to the picturesque little dam. La Residence is open to the public for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner subject to guest occupancies and by prior reservation. Reservations can be made by contacting 021 876 4100 or info@laresidence.co.za. Gift vouchers may be purchased online.
Afternoon tea at La Residence is a lavish affair. Guests can enjoy a
Culinary Heritage – it is all in the sharing!
Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant has always been about sharing: sharing food stories and sharing food favourites. And it is this personal concept of heritage cuisine that is the inspiration behind the restaurant’s new offering. Beautifully creative, every single morsel served in the elegant environment of the restaurant shares a line from the South African food story. With its refined and calm ambience perfect for extended lunch hours, Pierneef à La Motte invites guests to start their meal with shared dishes inspired by the various food cultures and stories from our rich culinary heritage – a variety of breads, spreads, salads, and meats. The family-style starters are accompanied by condiments from Granny’s pantry – fruit and vegetables, pickled or preserved, chakalaka or chutney, kaiings or kluitjies ... a big part of our collective food heritage lies in these additions and Chef Eric Bulpitt’s communal starter serves as an innovative introduction to our diverse culinary traditions. Keeping with the heritage theme but without losing the sophistication it is renowned for, Pierneef à La Motte’s à la carte menu offers a choice of main courses, individually plated with Bulpitt’s signature modern interpretation. Expect a selection that interprets authenticity and wholesomeness with the latest culinary trends. All dishes are introduced with La Motte
Cellarmaster Edmund Terblanche’s wine recommendations, which are available at estate prices. However, the acclaimed wine list also includes other interesting South African, as well as international wine choices.
Desserts can be ordered as an additional course. The dessert menu is a trip down memory lane, revealing a legacy of nostalgic sweets, as well as a selection of South African cheeses, preserves, and lavash.
The two-course menu of a shared starter and main course costs R335 per person (wine and service fee excluded).
In addition, the restaurant offers a lighter option for guests who are in the mood for something to enjoy after a wine tasting, mountainside hike, or visit to the La Motte museum. Choose the Winelands Cheese Platter or a seasonal Farm Plate – both options include a glass of wine at R150 pp. In line with the principle of heritage food, menu choices are ethical and sustainable, making use of seasonal, local, and artisan ingredients, while in the South African tradition of hospitality, dishes are brought to the table with love and generosity. Make reservations online at la-motte.com | Tel 021 876 8800 email pierneef@la-motte.co.za
Variation: A New Wine by La Petite Ferme
La Petite Ferme is as celebrated for our wine as we are for our innovative cuisine and deluxe accommodation. Wikus Pretorius, our winemaker, introduces ‘Variation’, the latest addition to his sought-after Winemakers Edition series. “I think this wine is excellent to drink now but would benefit “I have always enjoyed working with Rhône varieties”, says Wikus. “It was in 2017 that I got my hands on the right from another year in the bottle. Enjoy from now to 2022.” vineyards to make the blend. I want to emphasize what the Build up an appetite by taking a guided walk through the different varieties grown in different soils can produce. The provenance of our estate to learn more about Wikus’s blend comprises three or more Rhône varieties depending Winemaker Series. Our Vine Orientation experience takes on the vintage hence the name ‘Variation’. I want to place on the property and is offered at 10h30, 12h00, 13h30, highlight each vintage for its specific characteristics. and 15h15. Our wine guide leads your journey through our The blend will be different each year, showing us the estate vineyards and a flight of six wines, complemented differences between wines and winemaking styles. by delicious canapés. R200 per person | complimentary for “The 2017 vintage consists of 87% Shiraz that was coin-house guests | Must be 18yrs or older | maximum of six fermented with 1% Viognier and aged in 10% new French guests per orientation. oak for 10 months. 12% Grenache aged in old French oak Contact us to book your cosy table or take advantage of barrels and stainless steel to uphold the purity of fruit. our Winter Packages for the ultimate La Petite Ferme estate Purple flowers, violets, and rose petals dominate the nose. experience. A medium-bodied palate with fine integrated tannins. The www.lapetiteferme.co.za acidity lingers on the palate and highlights the fruit.
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Inspired by Heritage With a delicious seasonal menu – a visit to La Petite Ferme for lunch or dinner is a must. New Spring Menu from 3 September · Restaurant Times: Lunch Daily 12h00-15h00, Dinner Friday and Saturday 18h30-21h00 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 www.franschhoeklife.co.za
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Sensational September Specials at Bistro BonBon Scottish born Chef, Archie Maclean and his wife Dominique welcome you to a Bistro BonBon dining experience.
Enjoy the natural, warm ambiance and feast on delicious food with only the freshest of ingredients and carefully selected local wines. This bistro-style restaurant delivers simple, easy eating, with dishes to suit all palates. Bistro BonBon looks forward to hosting you, your family, friends, and even “man’s best friend” – our easy-going approach to dining accommodates a friendly pet policy too.
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Our Franschhoek Daily Bread – Schoon Bread Café
Franschhoek Valley welcomes SCHOON Bakery to the village! At the heart of SCHOON is a desire to create space for true community. Collaborating with incredibly committed local artisans and farmers, using what they’ve produced to create food to be shared is an immense privilege.
September marks the beginning of the end of the cold winter months and at Bistro BonBon, we want to celebrate this with some “Sensational September Specials”! Every Wednesday and Friday evening for the whole month of September ‘19 we will be running the following specials for Dinner.
SCHOON is putting “daily” bread back on the table with artisanal breads, handmade using ancient techniques and ethically sourced ingredients from local, sustainable farmers – knowing farmers and millers by name. Made the traditional way using only 100% South African stoneground flour, water, salt & wild yeasts. Every loaf is hand-shaped with love & long-fermented to develop the unique flavour.
· Wine Down Wednesdays – Dinner Only. Free carafe of house wine per person when you enjoy dinner with us every Wednesday in September. · Free Fridays – Dinner Only. Two-for-One special. Choose from any main meal on the al la carte menu and get one free! Reservations 021 876 2679 | www.bistrobonbon.co.za
Franschhoek Uncorked: Celebrate Spring
This year’s Franschhoek Uncorked Festival is around the corner and is the perfect excuse to enjoy the warmer weather as you travel from farm to farm sampling some of the superb wines the Franschhoek Valley is known for. One day is not enough time to truly appreciate this magnificent region, so the weekend of 14 and 15 September has been set aside for this social calendar highlight. Participating wineries will be showcasing some of their crowd favourites, as well as a handful of new release gems. With some festival specials on offer now is the ideal time to stock up for the end-ofyear holiday season. There will also be added attractions to ensure a truly memorable Uncorked visit. Think: delicious brunches, live music, ‘out of the box’ pairings, art exhibitions, old school lawn games, barrel tastings, and much more. Be sure to pop into the following participating wineries during the weekend: Allée Bleue Wines, Black Elephant Vintners, Boekenhoutskloof, Boschendal Wine Estate, Dieu Donné Vineyards, GlenWood Vineyards, Holden Manz Wine Estate, La Bourgogne Farm, La Bri, Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards, Lynx Wines, Mont Rochelle, Môreson, Noble Hill, Plaisir De Merle, Rickety Bridge Winery, Topiary Wines
The wheat, rye and other grains all come from South African farmers that use biodynamic farming methods to ensure superior grains that taste better, and are also better for the environment. Only stoneground flour milled gently between two stones at low temperatures is used, retaining all the grain’s natural goodness, including insoluble fibre, magnesium, riboflavin, thiamine, niacin, iron, zinc, vitamins B1, B2, B3, E, and polyunsaturated fatty acids. With natural fermentation, the dough contains the same friendly cultures as homemade yoghurt that work chemically on the whole grains during the fermentation process to make the most of flavours and nutrients, making it much easier for the body to digest. Naturally fermented bread is more gut-friendly, and keeps you fuller for longer. Schoon Bread Café has brought their famous bread and pastries to Franschhoek’s beautiful main road, just steps away from the Huguenot Monument. Visitors and the community alike, are invited to enjoy their favourite Schoon coffee, breakfast or hot-pressed sandwich in the palm tree-lined courtyard, or stock up on picnic supplies – Schoon Franschhoek offers fresh bread, local cheeses and cured meats, our delicious pastries, chocolate, milk, flour, eggs, jams and more. Delicious food, sustainable and real ingredients, a sense of community – and a particular penchant for quality bread served in a warm, intimate atmosphere. Contact 010 446 9882 | www.schoon.co.za
Turn your Uncorked experience into an unforgettable Franschhoek weekend escape. Some of the valley’s accommodation establishments have put together special weekend packages that are too good to miss. And let’s not forget that your festival ticket is valid for the entire weekend – even more reason to spend the weekend in Franschhoek. Pre-booked tickets cost R180 per person. Tickets purchased on the day, at the participating wineries, will cost R200 each. Your weekend pass allows you access to all of the participating wine farms as well as a complimentary tasting glass and free wine tastings. Skip the queues and pre-book your Uncorked Weekend Pass through www.webtickets.co.za. For the detailed programme and accommodation specials contact the Franschhoek Wine Valley offices on 021 876 2861 or visit www.franschhoekuncorked.co.za
The First Miracle Trust is Making Miracles Come True The First Miracle Trust, the social responsibility initiative of Black Elephant Vintners has partnered with the Franschhoek Hospitality Academy and Learning Centre to give youth in the Western Cape an opportunity to see their dreams become a reality and secure of positive future for themselves and their families. The trio that is Black Elephant Vintners (Kevin Swart and Raymond Ndlovu Jacques Wentzel) want their wine company to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those living in the Western Cape wine-lands. Together with Gary Swart, a water engineer with over 25 years of experience running not-for-profits around the world, The First Miracle Trust was born. At firstmiracle.org the belief that it is time for us to begin to tell our own stories that celebrate life and community by performing our very own ‘little miracles’ is key. Aiming to make a difference in the life of individuals one by one, so that each can experience their own ‘little miracles’. Teaming up with selected local partners, firstmiracle.org will use some of the funds donated from making and selling wines to invest in the lives and wellbeing of individuals and communities in the winelands area of Western Cape. By donating to The First Miracle Trust, and/or buying a special limited edition firstmiracle.org magnum wine you can be a part of being a ‘miracle’ in someone else’s life. All proceeds go towards supporting a student of Franschhoek Hospitality Academy and Learning Centre, towards realising their dreams. Visit www.firstmiracle.org for more info.
Wine & Food Tourism Conference 18 SEPTEMBER 2019, SPIER, STELLENBOSCH
Learn from 15+ top-level tourism experts at this year’s conference, themed ‘Trends in Wine & Food Tourism’. Featuring SA’s most respected trends analyst, Dion Chang, as headline speaker, it will also serve as platform for the announcement of the honourees of the inaugural Wine & Food Tourism Awards. Chang’s topic will focus on the trends that are shaping tourism in South Africa, with an in-depth look at the wine and food tourism sector. Other speakers include digital mastermind, Judith Lewis, considered one of the most influential people in the UK digital industry; immediate past Minister of Tourism, Derek Hanekom; advertising researcher and strategist, Katlego Ditlhokwe; celebrated South African chef, Bertus Basson; and Wesgro CEO, Tim Harris; to name a few. Conference delegates will also get to witness the announcement of the honourees of the inaugural Wine & Food Tourism Awards. It will be presented by South Africa’s National Minister of Tourism, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane. Wine, food and hospitality establishments will be highlighted in three distinct categories: Innovation, Service Excellence, and The Authentic South African Experience.
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Go to www.wineandfood.co.za for more information, and to register for the conference. Conference costs: · Price (full rate): R3 800 plus 15% VAT · Student price: R1 750 plus 15% VAT · Discounted price for RASA, SATSA, SAACI, SITE, FEDHASA and Cape Town Tourism members: R3 420 plus 15% VAT Special offer! When you register at full rate for this year’s conference, you now have the opportunity to bring a junior staff member along at no additional cost. This is an excellent opportunity for those in mentorship positions to expose their mentees to all that’s hot and happening in the wine and food tourism sector, and to learn first-hand from wine and food tourism experts in their respective fields. Social media: Twitter and Facebook: @winefoodconf Instagram: @winefoodtourismconf | Hashtag: #wfconf2019 Contact Tel 021 433 1314 | Email specialt@iafrica.com
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Dr. Morne Mostert – Director of the Institute for Futures Research at Stellenbosch University Topic: How artistic thinking enables a mind for the future Pavilion Ballroom, Val de Vie Estate R150 per person
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HERITAGE DAY BRAAI FEAST AT GRANDE PROVENCE
Enjoy a truly South African braai inspired harvest table for a laid-back Heritage Day on the stretched out lawns in front of the new Bistro. Perfect for the whole family. Children can look forward to plenty of action including a jumping castle & lawn games. R300pp for adults and R180 per child under 12. From 12h00 and pre-paid booking is essential.
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SANTÉ WELLNESS RETREAT & SPA Chefs Sharing Secrets, Rejuvenate Dinner, hosted by executive Chef Terrence Ford Three-course Gourmet honestly healthy cuisine. R475 per person. Limited Seats Available.
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FRIDAYS FRIDAY NIGHT MARKET
Jason Lilley, famed for Jason Bakery amongst many other plaudits, teams up with resident Head Chef of The Werf Restaurant to bring you an exquisite journey into all things porcine and dough inspired. Our forestreared Duroc pork will be at the centre of this hedonistic affair accompanied by a melange of Werf Food Garden accompaniments and of course Jason’s majestic dough. R750 pp includes beverage pairing.
The Friday Night Market is back, bigger and better than before! Expect new stalls, new food offerings, farm fresh produce, crafts, fun family activities and a special vibe. There’s no better way to end the week off than with a glass of Boschendal MCC, fresh oysters and local live music. Don’t forget your picnic blankets.
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SPRING TRAIL RUN The Lions Club of Franschhoek are hosting their inaugural Spring Trail Run. There are three distances namely 5km, 10km and 17km. The trails are all on the magnificent wine farm, Glenwood, incorporating the surrounding mountains and views of the dams. ‘All tickets can be purchased online (see below link) or at the registration office on the day – only 350 tickets available.
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ART IN THE YARD | AITY GALLERY PRESENTS TODAY 31.08.2019 | 24.09.2019 – A group show for Heritage Month, this exhibition alludes both to presence/living in the moment, and current and contemporary affairs and issues, and how these two facets of the human existence co-exist. An exciting line-up of artists will explore an insightful variety of perspectives on the theme. 38 Huguenot Road, Franschhoek www.artintheyard.co.za CONTACT 021 876 4280 www.franschhoeklife.co.za
Warm and welcoming Wednesday nights at the Polo Club restaurant offer guests a taste of authentic Argentinian cuisine. On the menu at Argentinian Inspired Steak Nights are Rubeus Wagyu Beef, Rubeus Long Fed Beef and a selection of Argentinian inspired dishes. The Polo Club Restaurant, Val de Vie Estate. 18h00-21h30. Booking is essential. BOOKINGS 021 863 6174
SEPTEMBER SUNDAY BANDS
JOIN US FOR LUNCH AT SANTÉ
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ARGENTINIAN INSPIRED STEAK NIGHTS AT VAL DE VIE ESTATE
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WELLNESS RETREAT & SPA
Open for reservations on Friday’s and Saturday’s at our flagship restaurant, “Nourish”. Discover ultimate wellness and indulge in a guilt free, nutritionally healthy five-course lunch, at only R395 per person. Enjoy progressive sensational flavours and aromas, proving that healthy food can be inspiring, creative and delicious!
1st – Tequila 8th – Gravitee 15th – Good Life 22th – Robust 29th – Newton & Co. www.franschhoekstationpub.co.za
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In front of the picturesque Manor House with the live band – Newton & Co. Enjoy great wines, festival food and kid-friendly lawn games. Oenophiles (wine lovers) can enjoy tastings direct from the barrel, or taste their way through Rickety Bridge’s latest releases. Get your weekend pass at Rickety Bridge.
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Indulge in our Winter Special with morning and afternoon tea till the end of September! R295 pp. Includes a selection of TWG Teas and a Glass of Le Lude Brut or Brut Rosé. Morning tea 10h00-12h00 Afternoon tea 14h30-16h00 Booking is Essential 24hr before. Orangerie Restaurant is open Tuesday to Sunday 12h00 to 15h30 for a lazy long lunch!!!!
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The La Motte Museum introduces a new art exhibition entitled, Land Rewoven. This exhibition comprises a considered body of landscapes by MJ Lourens in conversation with selected paintings of JH Pierneef. Tuesday – Sunday, 09h00-17h00
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RIVER CAFÉ BURGER SPECIAL 1/2 Price burger @ chips 17h00-20h00 Seven days a week Eat in only
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Plaisir de Merle invites you to taste the Plaisir de Merle Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, named in the top ten South African Cabernet Sauvignons in Winemag.co.za’s Prescient Cabernet Sauvignon Report 2019. Stretch out on lush lawns under ancient oak trees with breath-taking views and live music during Franschhoek Uncorked Festival.
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON TASTING AT PLAISIR DE MERLE
Dust off the Winter blues and celebrate the start of Spring at this year’s Franschhoek Uncorked Festival. Explore one of SA’s premier wine destinations, whilst uncovering fine wine gems from the Franschhoek Vignerons.
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You are invited to experience the learning vibe of our working Junior Primary classrooms, by joining a tour on 3, 4 or 5 September. Available times: 08h30-09h30 or 11h30-12h30. RSVP: Cheryl Wittles chewit@bridgehouse.org.za to book and join one of our tours.
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ROTARY FUND-RAISER FOR CHARITY Well-known TV personality Dan Nicholl will be the auctioneer at Paarl and Franschhoek Rotary’s annual Wine & Good Taste Charity Auction at the Nantes Estate. Lots include top wines and nights donated by luxury hotels. Tickets @ R395 include a threecourse luncheon and wine.
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The Rupert Museum Reopens its Doors
With the recent reopening of the Rupert Museum after extensive renovations to the space, visitors are in for a treat with the four current exhibitions on show. THE CAPE TOWN TRIENNIALS – THEN & NOW
TRACINGS – THE RICHARD TOWNLEY JOHNSON ARCHIVE
This exhibition presents a selection of works by celebrated contemporary artists, who exhibited in The Cape Town Triennial shows between 1982 and 1991. Currently featuring the work of William Kentridge, Willie Bester, Penelope Siopis, Peter Schütz, Keith Dietrich, and Philippa Hobbs. Further rotations will include works by Marion Arnold, Deborah Bell, Steven Cohen, Sfiso KaMkame, Karel Nel, Stanley Pinker, Helen Sebidi, and Diane Victor.
Richard ‘Ginger’ Townley Johnson was granted sponsorship by the Rembrandt van Rijn Art Foundation in the mid-70s to continue his various travels and explorations to further trace rock art sites. Johnson’s reproductions of rock art consist of an artist quality and atmosphere, as his techniques of tracing and reproductions were employed to closely resemble not just the originals but also the rock face. The archive collection holds 1,631 paintings.
THE JOHANNESBURG STATION PANELS – PIERNEEF’S JOURNEY Artist JH Pierneef’s most acclaimed public commission was completed between 1929 and 1932. The Johannesburg Station Panels have been characterised as the epitome of the South African landscape genre. The exhibition looks into the artist’s journey by the inclusion of preparatory sketches and linocuts dating as early as 1913.
FACES & FIGURES – SELECTED 20TH CENTURY SOUTH AFRICAN ARTISTS Portraiture captures the relationship between sitter and artist in holding the likeness of the sitter. Faces and Figures explores the work of the following 20th century South African artists – Gerard Bhengu, Irma Stern, Anton van Wouw, George Pemba, Maggie Laubser, Gerard Sekoto, and Moses Kottler. The Rupert Museum has recently launched Museum Saturday, a programme running the last Saturday of each month. Expect exciting activities, like artist conversation with Keith Dietrich, Willie Bester, and Thania Petersen; multi-sensory drawing workshops for adults facilitated by artist Katherine Bull; and art activities for children. There will also be live music, wine pairing, and gin tastings offered in the museum’s café. Booking essential 021 888 3344 | info@rupertmuseum.org
Ignite your Senses at Greenhouse Restaurant Greenhouse at The Cellars-Hohenort – a proud Relais & Châteaux member, ranked as one of the country’s Top 10 Restaurants by the prestigious Eat Out Mercedes-Benz Restaurant Awards, and the flagship restaurant of The Liz McGrath Collection – offers exceptional cuisine where each carefully crafted dish is matched with the finest Cape wines. The award-winning team at Greenhouse uses the bountiful produce of the Constantia Valley to tell the story of the region, creating a multi-sensory, modernist dining experience. It’s a place where local ingredients and great African fables come together in seasonal tasting menus that take guests on a unique culinary experience. It is for this reason that the restaurant has won countless awards and is consistently rated one of the finest dining experiences in Cape Town. New Head Chef, Farrel Hirsch was welcomed to its kitchen in November 2018. Originally from South Africa, Hirsch gained fundamental work experience abroad but it is Greenhouse Restaurant, where he worked as Sous Chef from 2014 to 2016, that he credits for helping to shape his culinary development and the chef he is today. Emerging as a sought-after sous chef, Hirsch spent some time learning new tricks of the trade at Cape Town’s illustrious The Test Kitchen before being offered his first Head Chef role at Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff’s fine dining restaurant in Johannesburg. His most recent position saw him exploring the world of exotic fresh fish as Executive Chef at luxury private resort, North Island in Seychelles.
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heirloom tomato and Huguenot mousse; dune spinach, maple pickled pumpkin, and granola to whet the palate. Mains include free-range jersey beef, tsukudani shiitake, lacquered onion, Asian pesto, and sweetbreads and local Cape fish and scallop to name a few, with desserts that will sweep you off your feet! Not only can guests look forward to Hirsch’s flair for innovation and fresh flavours, but Greenhouse is also offering, fine dining cooking demonstrations, led by Head Chef Farrel. The final of four cooking demonstrations will be held on Saturday, 7th September 2019. From 15h45 onwards there will be canapes and bubbly on arrival and the demonstration itself will begin at 16h00 in The CellarsHohenort Demonstration Kitchen. Once the demonstration is concluded, guests will enjoy pre-dinner cocktails at the beautifully appointed Greenhouse bar from 17h30 onwards. This will be followed by a seated three-course dinner paired with wine from 18h00 onwards. The cooking demonstration and dinner is priced at R2,200 per person, with an additional wine pairing option for R350 per person. Guests will also receive a special gift as a wonderful memento of this special experience in the world of fine dining.
Now, returning to Greenhouse Restaurant for a second time, he brings world-class experience to the table.
As places for the cooking demonstrations are limited, bookings are essential.
Expect delicacies such as Meuse Farm (Hout Bay) vegetables and kohlrabi, blue rock, and fermented pear;
For more information or bookings 021 795 6226 | reservations@greenhouserestaurant.co.za
THE JOHANNESBURG STATION PANELS Pierneef’s Journey TRACINGS The Richard Townley Johnson Archive FACES & FIGURES Selected 20th Century Artists
Irma Stern (1894 – 1966), Two Arabs (1939), Oil on canvas. Rupert Art Foundation Collection George Pemba (1912 – 2001), The Audience (1960), Oil on board. Homestead Collection
Tue – Fri: 10h00 – 17h00 | Sat – Sun: 10h00 – 16h00 Entrance Complimentary | www.rupertmuseum.org info@rupertmuseum.org | 021 888 3344
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Grande Roche Hotel – A Tale of Transformation
S AT, 14 S E P T AT 10A M – 2P M The Westin Hotel, Convention Square, Lower Long St, Cape Town
Paarl’s iconic GRANDE ROCHE HOTEL is back in South African hands. After three decades of offshore ownership, the historic five-star property at the foot of the landmark Paarl Mountain has returned to its former glory as one of the Cape’s premier destinations. Famous for its sublime old-world elegance and idyllic meals shared around a welcoming table, Pete Goffe-Wood is location that overlooks the mountains and vineyards of the the country’s television foodie celebrity who sees himself as magnificent Paarl Valley, the Grande Roche transcends the a ‘dynamic food alchemist and self-professed wine quaffer’. ordinary. Viande means ‘meat’ in French, and it’s a perfect title for
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FINE WINE WEEK In the lead-up to the Strauss & Co Cape Town wine auction, we will be hosting a week of fine wine events. The marquis event is a hedonistic First Growth Bordeaux dinner at Fyn Restaurant, highlighting the 1998 First Growth lot on sale. Tim Atkin MW will host a public tasting of his 95+ point wines, poured by SA’s leading winemakers. Higgo Jacobs and Roland Peens will present another Fine Wine Workshop and, finally, Eben Sadie leads a once-in-a-lifetime vertical tasting of his iconic red, Columella.
Now with new owners, a new restaurant and a refreshed look across its luxury suites, visitors are in for a treat! Entrepreneurs Hansie and Theresa Britz, both born and raised in the charming town of Paarl, acquired the property in early 2019 and immediately set about rejuvenating this icon of the winelands. The estate landscaping has also enjoyed some muchneeded attention. From the cosy lounges and private terraces of the Terrace Suites, impressive views of the replanted, outstretched vineyards in front of the historic manor house and the lush estate gardens, enlivened with indigenous Cape fynbos await.
Book online: www.winecellar.co.za/events
The restaurant space has been transformed into a contemporary setting amidst this world-class travel destination. South Africa’s very own ‘Kitchen Cowboy’ and larger-thanlife personality Chef Pete Goffe-Wood is the warm-hearted maestro putting the spotlight on the rejuvenated Grande Roche Hotel’s freshest food journey – Viande. As legendary in the kitchen as he is for his personal taste in heart-felt and unpretentious contemporary nose-to-tail
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this meat-focused restaurant. On any given day, you will find Goffe-Wood and his kitchen crew hard at work curing, smoking new delicacies, with selected cuts dry-aged on site in imported German meat-fridges. Brandy is the star of the brand-new Viande Bar, a stylish new addition to the restaurant space. Here cosy couches and a brass bar counter cry out for pre-dinner cocktails and afterdinner digestifs. Besides Viande’s meaty offerings, patrons will also find a few surprises through personal touches from Goffe-Wood’s own repertoire of food fancies. And while the revamped property has welcomed locals and travellers again, the upgrades are only the beginning. Further renovations are underway for the Studio Suites, and future projects include upgrades to the top-tier Stable Suite, and the development of a luxury spa facility. It’s been three hundred years in the making, but it seems Grande Roche Hotel is just getting started! For more information about Grande Roche Hotel and Viande Restaurant, visit www.granderoche.com, email info@granderoche.com.
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ROSANTHORN CELLO TRIO The talented Rosanthorn Cello Trio (Carol Thorns, Anjulie Nock and Kirsten Adams) have a new release – a cello version of “Scatterlings of Africa” in honour of the late Jonny Clegg. The piece was composed by Jonny Clegg and recorded by Helmut Meijer with arrangement by Johan Swanepoel. This stylish act takes the cello to new heights with their hauntingly beautiful music and bewitching performances The song is available on iTunes, Spotify and Bandcamp and 50% of all song sales will be donated to Franschhoek Hospice. www.rosanthorn.bandcamp.com www.redcello.co.za/rosanthorn See the Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6p4WuWIvouo
TOKARA CELEBRATES 20TH VINTAGE OF FORMIDABLE WINEMAKING Family values and a single minded vision to produce timeless, world class wines is the bedrock of TOKARA, the prestigious Stellenbosch property that celebrates its 20th vintage this year. A journey that began in 1994 when G.T. and Anne-Marie Ferreira purchased a farm on the foothills of the Simonsberg, fast forward 25 years and today TOKARA is a tourist destination that offers visitors elegant, award-winning wines, two beautiful restaurants, an art gallery and sculpture garden as well as some of the best South African Extra Virgin Olive oil. At its heart TOKARA remains the home to a family with vision, dedication and most of all determination. www.tokara.com
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SALSIFY SUNDAYS Sundays in the mother of all cities are about to get even more delicious with Chef Ryan Cole launch of “Salsify Sundays’. A five-course menu, featuring starters such as FireRoasted Pumpkin Bread with lovage butter, Beef Tartar & a Salsify fish braai. Mains including Roast Baby Chicken with bread sauce dumplings, & Beef Fillet with onion tarte tatin and desserts of decadent Dark Chocolate Soufflé & Passionfruit Swiss Roll. www.salsify.co.za
HOLDEN MANZ LAUNCHES – ELYSIUM 2015 Originally conceived as a project between two of France’s leading winemakers, Michel Rolland and Michel Chapoutier, who wanted to blend Merlot and Syrah. Holden Manz Cellarmaster Thierry Haberer was heavily involved in that project and dreamt of repeating the project himself … The result – 800 bottles of the most stunning voluptuous red wine! Multiple layers of complexity, brooding dark fruits, an earthiness combined with an element of spice and true class combine to make this one of the finest red wines made in Franschhoek for many years. Priced at R1,500 per bottle Elysium 2015 literally takes you to a higher place! To get yours mail gerard@holdenmanz.com
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