Winery Restaurants: Haute Cabriere Seasonal Sensations

SEASONAL SENSATIONS AWAIT AT HAUTE CABRIÈRE CELLAR RESTAURANT

South Africa, Franschhoek; NESTLED in the mountains overlooking Franschhoek, the gourmet capital of South Africa, lies Haute Cabrière Cellar Restaurant, which continues to delight locals and tourists alike with Chef Ryan Shell’s seasonal cuisine paired with the estate’s impeccable wines and Cap Classiques.

“We’ve introduced our Taste of the Seasons blackboard menu,” Chef Ryan says, “I’m so inspired by the bounty of seasonal produce – I create dishes from what we grow in our new veggie garden on Haute Cabrière.” Dishes are almost rustic yet always refined and expertly crafted, pairing perfectly with the Haute Cabrière wines and Pierre Jourdan Cap Classiques.

The cellar setting provides an intimate and sophisticated space, wonderfully cool on a scorching summer’s day, while the outside terrace boasts magnificent views and the perfect al fresco dining experience.

With the Taste of the Seasons blackboard menu served at lunchtime, Chef Ryan is given free rein to play with the bountiful produce available to him. The two starters, mains and desserts complement the à la carte menu perfectly, and diners can mix and match to their heart’s desire.

Chef Ryan is passionate about combining an air of finesse with the delicious authenticity of homemade produce. “We make our own biltong, clotted cream, breads, and preserves. We also make Pinot Noir butter and salt – it’s fantastic!” he enthuses.

Highlights from the menu include tuna tartare, bursting with freshness, and accompanied by a sesame tuille, creamy avocado parfait and smoked tomato purée; the smoked ricotta ravioli wows with flavour and textures of beetroot; while Karoo lamb loin makes the most of quality ingredients with smoked aubergine and Pinot Noir and pecorino gnocchi.

All dishes can be enjoyed as starters or mains, which provides the perfect opportunity for diners to play with wine pairings. Desserts are rich, such as the meltingly delicious Valrhona petit gateaux with white chocolate mousse and hazel nut ice cream, or fresh and flirty like the assiette of strawberry, showcasing this summer fruit in a multitude of delicious ways.

For wine aficionados, the 6-course Vintage Menu, available at dinner, is a must: the dishes are created to complement a magnificent selection of wines from the estate, including a few older vintages from the vinoteque. The wines provide a classical foundation for the food to shine.

“We’re also making the most of our outside deck area,” says Christiane von Arnim, Marketing Manager. “You can come here for a light bite after wine-tasting, or enjoy something more substantial.” The new Delicious Little Things menu that is served on the terrace in the afternoons from 15h00, hits all the right notes: from moreish nibbles such as crunchy sweet potato chips, rich smoked salmon mousse, Caesar salad and zesty marinated olives, to more substantial eats like Wagyu sliders, pork and apple sosaties, biltong pâté and salt and pepper squid,– all as heavenly as the view over the Franschhoek valley below. The platters of local artisanal cheese and charcuterie are perfect for sharing, while sweets such as chocolate brownies and jam doughnuts will satisfy those with a sweet tooth. With the estate wines, all available by the glass, afternoons on the terrace are sure to become a highlight for visitors to the Franschhoek valley.

So whether visitors are after a light meal on the terrace, bountiful seasonal fare with a great view or a gastronomic journey all paired with award-winning wines, it’s all on offer at Haute Cabrière.

Haute Cabrière’s Tasting Room and Restaurant are both situated on Franschhoek Pass (Lambrecht Street), Franschhoek. Tasting Room hours are: Mon – Fri: 09h00 to 17h00 – Sat: 10h00 to 16h00 – Sunday: 11h00 to 16h00.

Haute Cabrière Cellar Restaurant is open for lunch from 12h00 to 15h00 Tuesday to Sunday; and dinner from 19h00 to 21h00 Tuesday to Saturday. The Delicious Little Things menu is served on the terrace from 15h00 – 19h00 Tuesday to Saturday. The lunchtime Taste of the Season menu is priced at R295 per person for 3 courses and R395 per person for 6 courses, including wine pairings.  The 6-course Vintage Menu is priced at R650 per person, including wine pairings.

For reservations and enquiries: Email restaurant@cabriere.co.za or call 021 876 3688.

Source: Press Release
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