Last week I was invited to visit the brand new Ember Meat Room in Stellenbosch, Plein Street. This restaurant is headed by award-winning chef Michael Broughton (previously from the iconic …
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Lunch at Foxcroft
I was recently invited to experience the spring set menu at Foxcroft in Constantia, that was recently extended to mid December 2019. Having never been there before, I jumped …
The winter set menu at Cavalli
I was recently invited to experience the winter set menu with wine pairings at Cavalli Estate on the R44 between Stellenbosch and Somerset West. Cavalli is a pristine destination …
Review: Lunch at Cavalli
On Sunday, my family and I had the privilege of visiting Cavalli Estate for lunch. We’ve been for a few gallery visits and wine tastings there before, but never …
Review: Dinner at 5 Rooms, The Alphen
I received a dinner invitation for two at 5 Rooms Restaurant at The Alphen Hotel in Constantia a few weeks ago. I confirmed our dinner reservation for the evening of …
Review: Vegetarian tasting menu at Haute Cabrière
Last year, I had the pleasure of attending the launch of Haute Cabrière’s new vegetarian tasting menu on the 4th of December in Franschhoek. This 6-course food and wine experience …
Mediocre meals have no place in my world
If you live in Stellenbosch, you are totally spoilt for choice when it comes to restaurants. There are just so many really great eateries to choose from. Of the top …