Focussing on what the Cape offers both locals and tourists, Signal Restaurant Manager Martin Drotsky, has placed a unique twist on the series:
“I wanted to choose estates with real heritage, unique placement and a passion to break the mould going forward. I truly believe that all the featured estates within this series contain these elements. I am extremely happy with the line-up and believe we will host some incredible events with them.”
And the journey begins in an area steeped in history and a farm dating back to 1693, HIGH CONSTANTIA. First called Wittebomen, owner/winemaker, David van Niekerk is restoring the farm to its former winemaking glory and now produces a range that includes sparkling, red, white and rosé wines – all of which still echo the gracious past of the former estate while combining the subtle flavours of the Constantia Valley
With dishes that have been designed to complement the nuances of the High Constantia wines, Signal’s Executive Chef, Malika van Reenen, is kicking off the series with a veritable feast! Enjoy a tomato consommé, heirloom tomato, mozzarella and pea crostini on arrival, followed by “eggs benedict”, rooibos-smoked beef carpaccio, olive-powdered ostrich fillet and a braised lamb pot pie – all rounded off with a truly delectable dessert of steamed chocolate almond pudding and burnt butter ice cream.
DATE: Thursday 30th May 2013
TIME: 19h00
The cost is R550 per person and seats are limited to 40 guests per Wine and Dine.
For more information or to book your seat please contact Chantelle Martin on 021 4107199 or on email chantelle@capegrace.com.
With wines sourced from some of the Cape’s premium farms and finely paired dishes from Signal’s culinary team, be sure to highlight the following dates in your diary:
– 30th May, HIGH CONSTANTIA – A Taste Of History
– 27th June, ANTONIJ RUPERT WINES – Refining What The French Started
– 25th July, CHAMONIX – Refining What The French Started: Part 2
– 29th August, RAKA – A Coastal Classic
– 25th September, CREATION – Little Burgundy
– 31st October, LAMMERSHOEK – A Swartland Star
– 27th November, RALL & BIZOE – A Force Of The Future