restaurants
D'Vine Restaurant Willowbrook
Entered into the Top 100 Restaurants by Wine Magazine for 2005. More than just a simple restaurant tukked away down a leafy lane, D'Vine offers discerning diners the opportunity to enjoy a memorable dining experience in a delightful setting. Under new ownership, ambitious General Managers Anton and Ed, are determined to put D'Vine firmly on the map as a destination offering first class fine dining. The restaurant is divided into three distinct areas, namely, the main restaurant with eye-catching emerald green décor, a smaller more intimate annex, and an attractive enclosed terrace. In addition, the sheltered garden has several tables for guests to enjoy either breakfast or lunch al fresco. Adjacent to the main dining area is a spacious conservatory complete with well stocked bar and grand piano, where guests can relax in an informal environment whilst enjoying the beauty of the meticulously maintained garden. The conservatory leads through to a superbly appointed lounge, elegantly furnished in an array of autumn colours with comfortable couches and a welcome fireplace. Perfect for pre-dinner drinks, the lounge is fortunate to have a cigar menu for the pleasure of guests who relish this after-dinner ritual. Newly appointed Head Chef, Loran Livesey, has lost no time in impressing diners with her culinary expertise and the innovative menu offers fine dining at its best. Favourites on the starter menu include the Wild Mushroom Crepe served with a Truffle oil and Parmesan crakkling, and the superb Seafood Ravioli with delicate Prawn bisque. Main course recommendations are the Loin of Springbok with hot minted Strawberries - definitely an unusual combination, but one that works perfectly, or the Tiger Prawns with a Curry bisque and< Coriander pesto which is both fragrant and fulfilling. Dessert lovers will be suitably impressed with out of the ordinary desserts that include Fig and Apple Samoosas, or homemade
L'Auberge du Paysan Restaurant
A dream was realized in September 1991 when L'Auberge du Paysan Restaurant opened its doors to a very special clientéle. A subtle feeling of the South of France, a definite flavour of the Provence and a touch of the olde worlde European charm and culture, join to bring you a fine French restaurant. Here you will enjoy traditional French cooking prepared by chef/patron Frederick Thermann and his team of professionals. Situated on the Wine Route amongst the vineyards between Somerset West and Stellenbosch, this unique country restaurant is part of a real farm where the diners enjoy all the good things of the country, including fresh produce from the farm gardens as well as L'Auberge du Paysan Pinotage from our very own surrounding vineyard. At L'Auberge du Paysan you will be pampered by professionals who care and who are dedicated to creating for their guests a memorable experience. Here you will be treated to fine cuisine served in utmost comfort which is in keeping with our commitment to consistent quality. Brasserie & Tastevin Visit "Froggies" a different, more relaxed and less expensive alternative. You can spent the evening with us, pop in and enjoy cocktails, wine tasting, a quick meal or just dessert and Irish coffee, next to open log fires on cold winter nights. At our new Brasserie and Tastevin your will find modern French/European cuisine served in a relaxed friendly atmosphere yet still ensuring the high quality of meals. An interesting selection of popular open wines is available. Enjoy the new styl Brassiere atmosphere, relaxed seating and lightning. Taste Oysters or mussels with sparkling or dry white wine, a fish bouillion like Bouilabaise, Snails in garlic butter as in Brussels - grilled steaks, fresh fish from False Bay or simply Spaetzle with Springbok ragout, or vegetarian with black mushrooms, herbs and cream. Froggies offers light meals, to be enjoyed with a carafe of wine in
