Every month Executive Chef Scott Shepherd and his team, pairs with various wines farms and bring us a gastronomical experience. Each evening is better than the other and no one is the same.
Our love affair with Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa started about a year ago and I can honestly say we feel right at home now. The reception, hotel, restaurant and waitstaff are all so friendly and helpful, they really do go the extra mile for their guest.
At a cost of just R 595.00 per person for a +/- 5 course dinner and wine paring, you will not be disappointed, the menu’s all read and taste like a dream.
Even better take them up on their offer eat and stay offer, for only R 2695.00 per couple, you not only get the 5 course gastro experience, you get to stay offer and enjoy their amazing buffet breakfast.
Below are the menus from a few of the evenings we attended this year.
Canapés
First Course – Sauvignon Blanc
“Cabonara” with Confit Pork Cheek, Crackling and shaved Chestnuts
Second Course – Pinot Noir
Seared loin of Salmon, Fennel pollen and Sweet Onion
Third Course
Palate Cleanser
Fourth Course – Shiraz
Hoisin Duck with wild Mushroom Floss
Fifth Course
Palate Cleanser
Sixth Course – Pinotage
Jasmine tea smoked Pork Ribs with Wilted Cabbage and smoked Potato
Seventh Course – Cabernet Sauvignon
Dark chocolate Parfait, Chocolate soil and Black current Yoghurt ice cream
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Canapés
Deconstructed Ceaser Salad
First Course – Chardonnay
Crab and Poached Crayfish Bouillabaisse
Second Course – Chenin Blanc
Fish and Clam Curry
Third Course
Palate Cleanser
Fourth Course – Gewurztraminer
Duck breast with celeriac, bulgur wheat and cherries
Fifth Course
Palate Cleanser
Sixth Course – Merlot
Farm lamb and Escabeche of vegetables
Seventh Course – Grand Reserve
Bitter chocolate textures
Upcoming dates for the rest of the year :
22 April – Quando
28 May – Mooiplaas
24 June – Morgenster
22 July – Black Elephant
26 August – Nitida
23 September – Blaauwklippen
28 October – Groote Post
25 November – MAN Vintners
16 December – D’Aria
Be sure to contact Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa mpc@lefranschhoek.co.za and make your reservation. They are patiently waiting on your email.
