Situated in the historic Harbour-Side Cafe building in the V&A Waterfront, the atmosphere will be festive and lively with a five piece band and dance floor on the evening as well as spectacular views of the fireworks.
Tickets are R1300 per person, including a five course meal and bubbly on arrival, with additional bottle of Moët bubbly available at R375 throughout the night.
For reservations email info@hildebrand.co.za or call 021 425 3385
Another highlight on the Franschhoek Valley social calendar is Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyards’ exciting festive season programme that offers superb Christmas and New Year’s celebrations and dining experiences at its two restaurants.
Christmas Eve:
Mange Tout will present a culinary showcase of a delectable 6-Course Set Menu (R590 per person), that offers a selection of tasty temptations that include Tiger Prawns; Gammon and Christmas Trifle.
Christmas Day:
At Mange Tout guests may also book a table for the 5-Course Christmas Day Set Menu (R470), or enjoy a Christmas Day Picnic Basket for 2 from the Country Kitchen (R320 for 2, including a bottle of Mont Rochelle Sauvignon Blanc or Artemis red blend).
New Year’s Eve:
Start the New Year in style at Mont Rochelle, when the two restaurants will be transformed into glamorous festive hubs.
If dressing up in an outfit from the 1960s or 70s is a long-time fantasy, then the classic Vintage Party at Mange Tout will get you into the swing of things for 2012.Mange Tout offers a New Year’s Eve 5-Course Set Menu at R900 per person
The Country Kitchen will set the scene for a New Year’s party in true Mardi Gras fashion, and guests are invited to don their ‘funnest’ party outfit along with their festive spirit, and join in an evening of fabulous food, wine and the sound of island music. Country Kitchen a 3-Course New Year’s Eve Set Menu at R380 per person.
Reservations: Telephone 021 876 2770, or email info@montrochelle.co.za
Throughout the festive season Mange Tout will be open for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays (12:30 to 14:00), and for dinner from Wednesday to Sunday (19:00 to 21:30). A light Bar Menu is also available daily.
Steenberg Hotel, in the spectacular vineyards setting of this historic wine farm in the Constantia Valley, is offering a host of exciting events and special celebrations this festive season. These include the superb festive dining experiences at its famed restaurants, Catharina’s and Bistro Sixteen82 - both awarded the coveted American Express Platinum Card Fine Dining Award this year.
Christmas Eve:
Chef Garth Almazan will be serving up a great value fine dining experience at Catharina’s, with a delectable 4-Course Set Menu at R695 per person, brimming with tasty temptations prepared to perfection.
With mouth-watering dishes such as Butter Poached Tiger Prawns served with sauté baby leeks, pommes maxim, and red beet essence; and a melt-in-the mouth Valhrona Chocolate Panforte dessert with drambuie log, walnut snowballs and black cherry lavender coulis on offer, there is no better way to toast this special occasion.
Cost: 4 Course Set Menu at R695 per person
Christmas Day:
A short stroll away, cellar door restaurant Bistro Sixteen82, offers a more informal gastronomic experience: a 4 Course Set Menu served on Christmas Day, with a 2 Course option for children.
Cost: 4 Course Set Menu at R425 per person, 2 Course Children’s Set Menu at R75 per child under 12 years.
New Year’s Eve:
Celebrate in style on Saturday, 31 December with fine dining at Catharina’s Restaurant that offers a feast for all senses. The embracing ambience, spectacular views and sumptuous selection of dishes on the chef’s 4-Course Set Menu, perfectly complement the charming vineyards setting, with music and vibe provided by the resident DJ for the evening.
Cost: R1 195 per person
Pre-booking for all Festive Season events and gourmet dining options is essential. For more information and reservations contact the Steenberg Hotel by calling 021 713 2222.
Next time you’re in the Cape Quarter, consider the following Andiamo special; Enjoy two pizzas or pastas for only R99 (excludes pizzas & pastas from SPECIALS menu).
The pizza and pasta menu is simply to die for so if rustic food at fabulously tempting prices is the key then this is the place to be. So, if pasta or pizza is your favourite way of enjoying Italian food – this is the best recession beater around and offers the perfect excuse for eating out!
This special is available until the end of November 2011.
Andiamo / Cape Quarter Centre / 72 Waterkant Street / Cape Town / Tel: 021 421 3687 / info@andiamo.co.za / www.andiamo.co.za
Pizza Special
Tuesday and Thursday: Buy two pizzas and geta complimentary bottle of house wine or a jug of draught beer.
Gourmet Burger Special
Wednesday: Buy any two gourmet burgers and receive a bottle of house wine or jug of draught beer.
Cocktail Special
Daily from 5pm to 7pm, all cocktails are half price and draught beers are offered at discounted prices.
Oblivion Wine Bar and Restaurant / 22 Chichester Road / Claremont / Tel: 021 671 8522 / www.oblivion.co.za
