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Constantia is coming into Autumn which is such a
beautiful time.
True happiness is the full use of your powers
along lines of excellence in a life affording
scope.
- John F Kennedy |
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A word from Lars
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“Our Sauvignon Blanc harvest
has been delayed into March and the crop is down
by approximately 30%.
From a quality perspective
this is great news, as slow ripening translates
into physiologically ripe grapes showing elegant
and rich yellow fruit characters.
The 2009 vintage was
exceptional and 2010 looks hugely promising as
well.” |
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Restaurant News
One
of the best kept secrets in Constantia is Buitenverwachting Restaurant's High Tea.
Served between 3 and 5.30 p.m. on Friday and
Saturday it is a delicious spread of
savoury and sweet temptations served buffet
style - scrumptious ...
It is definitely an Austrian High Tea with
‘sweet temptations’ such as Sacher Torte, Walnut
Torte and Black Forest Torte being just a few
amongst a large selection of cakes.
Savoury and Sandwich selection number Spinach &
Feta Quiche, Roasted Butternut & Bacon, a large
selection of dainty sandwiches and so much
more ...
Finish up with freshly baked scones served with
whipped cream, strawberry jam and grated
cheddar. Guests help themselves and can either
sit in the elegant lounge or in The Courtyard Buitenverwachting’s inviting al fresco
restaurant.
At R140 per adult and R70 per child its good
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Talented Pastry Chef Lewisa Baardman is the
genius behind the delicious pastries & desserts
that come out of the kitchen at
Buitenverwachting. |
Tapas are served on boards designed by Edgar
especially for this new eatery. Daily selections
are displayed on a blackboard from which choices
can be made to suit one’s palate in sets of 3, 5
and 7. Include palate pleasing samples sized
dishes such as Pan Fried Prawns with
Avocado, Seared Tuna with Wasabi and Risotto,
Green Asparagus Soup served with Smoked Chicken – the selection changes daily and your scribe
can only tell you that each exquisite small dish
is mouth wateringly delicious!
3 Courses for R99
5 Courses for R129 or
7 Courses for R159
Enjoy in The Courtyard to the sound of the
refreshing fountain, amongst the lush plants
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Meet Etienne
It is Buitenverwachting
Restaurant’s privilege to have Etienne Francois
Borman as their Restaurant Manager. A born and
bred Capetonian his name bears testimony to his
French roots. It seems that his intuitive feel
for food and wine is born and bred.
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A qualified
financier, he worked as an accountant
for a little over a year and was not a
happy camper. He took off for London
where he worked as a waiter whilst
deciding what to do with his life ... he
loved the buzz; he loved the people; he
loved the food and has been in the
hospitality business ever since.
His choice of
restaurants to work for has always been
CV driven and after working for some of
the top eateries in London we are
delighted that he chose
Buitenverwachting to join when deciding
to return to the Cape.
Etienne says, “this gem is one of the
best in South Africa and to work with
one of the top Chefs,
certainly one of the best I have ever
worked with, is inspiring!”
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Favourite dishes on the menu are Caesar Salad as
a starter, Springbok with Foie Gras as a
main and the Yoghurt Crème Catalan with
poached Rhubarb to follow. He loves to quaff the
Hussey’s Vlei Sauvignon Blanc, with Christine
his favourite red. Another favourite is the Eben
Sadie - Palladius. He lives in the Restaurant
Manager’s Cottage on the slopes of the
Constantiaberg in Hussey’s Vlei which is sheer
bliss after 11 years of London’s constant rush!
His
philosophy in life is to be happy every single
day and it shows ...
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Ilze’s Cellar Door News
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A reminder that our Tasting Room is open:
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Monday to Friday from 10h00 to 17h00 |
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Saturday 10h00 to 15h00 |
Yes we know that many tasting rooms are open on
Sundays and we are not but we have a
comprehensive staff policy where our workers
have a village and family life is encouraged.
Our Manager Lars Maack is of the philosophy that
it is very important for families to have a day
of leisure and/or worship together. More on this
soon... It works for us!
Please accept our apologies if it is an
inconvenience to you... we will more than make
up for it when you visit!
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The Chardonnay is selling out fast. |
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Both the 2009 Sauvignon Blanc’s are
excellent, you’re welcome to join us for
a tasting. |
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Swiss Air has chosen Buitenverwachting’s
Sauvignon Blanc 2009 for their Premier
Wine List. (A nice pat on the back for
our winemakers). |
Winzer Platters are available at the
Cellar Door served on a wooden board with a
selection of cheeses, cold cuts (kudu/schwarzwald
bacon/salami), pickles, grapes, nuts, landbrot
and served with rye bread. These tasty platters
are proving extremely popular and are great
value at R75.
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Some reasons to love March
15th - Ides of March - a soothsayer warned
Julius to beware and we all know what happened
to him on that fateful day
17th - St Patrick’s Day - universal day of
celebration for the Irish and those who love the culture
Birthdays - Michelangelo; Albert Einstein; Harry
Houdini; Dr Seuss; Barbie and our own Brad Paton
First Walk in Space March 1965
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THE CELLAR - 021 794 5190 FOR WINE
TASTINGS OR PICNICS
THE RESTAURANT - 021 794 3522 FOR INFORMATION OR TO BOOK
Buitenverwachting, Klein Constantia Road,
Constantia, Cape Town, South Africa
Telephone: +27 (0) 21 794 5190 | Facsimile: +27 (0) 21 794 1351 |
Restaurant: +27 (0) 21 794 3522
Email: restaurant@buitenverwachting.com | Website: www.buitenverwachting.co.za |