We at GILTEDGE know just how important culinary experiences are on any trip. If you’re travelling to South Africa’s Garden Route and Overberg region, you’ll be delighted to discover the wealth of fine dining options on offer.
Here is the GILTEDGE team’s pick of fine dining experiences in this region:
La Pentola
Experience fusion cuisine at La Pentola in Walker Bay, a world heritage site famous for its spectacular landbased sightings of southern right whales. Executive chef Shane Sauvage has over 30 years of experience, which shows. Expect a blend of international flavors and South African influences. Dining at La Pentola is a culinary journey showcasing the best global cuisines enhanced by local ingredients.
The Wine Glass
Explore a selection of nearly 100 wines at The Wine Glass in Hermanus. Delight in tastings, whether by the glass, bottle or in a flight of six. Representing wines from Botriver, Hemel & Aarde, Stanford, Elim, and Agulhas, this fine wine establishment makes appreciating the region’s wines an effortless and enjoyable experience.
Creation
This leading winery in Walker Bay has won numerous national wine tourism awards for its originality and innovation. With views that easily rival the food and drink, this culinary experience is not to be missed. Expect locally sourced artisanal and seasonal ingredients perfectly paired with award-winning Creation wines. Enjoy charcuterie, cheese and chocolate, and freshly baked goods.
Nguni Restaurant
Enjoy sampling new South African flavors and dishes at fine dining Nguni. Highlights include excellent Springbok, fish dishes, and bobotie spring rolls served with spicy District Six blatjang. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of South Africa in a welcoming and stylish setting.
Seafood at The Plettenberg
Discover a culinary delight of seafood dishes, Asian flavors, and well-loved comfort foods. With a menu that changes seasonally, expect fresh and vibrant offerings that capture the essence of this exceptional coastal region. Indulge in a dining experience that celebrates the bounties of the sea. Seafood is always the star of the show making the most of the ocean setting.
Zinzi Restaurant
Drawing inspiration from Africa and beyond, Zinzi Restaurant showcases a menu that exemplifies the art of cooking simple yet flavorful food. With seasonal changes, the menu celebrates local produce and the chefs’ creativity. Enjoy a variety of beautifully presented dishes at affordable prices, accompanied by a selection of superb South African wines.
Emily’s Restaurant
Sit down for an authentic farm-to-table dining experience at Emily’s Restaurant. Fresh herbs and vegetables from the garden and seasonal offerings from local producers dictate the menu. Vegetarians and vegans are accommodated, ensuring a diverse culinary experience.
Barrington’s
Offering a uniquely South African take on smokehouse cuisine, Barrington’s specializes in slow-cooked, pulled, free-range meats paired with regional ingredients. With a focus on freshness and flavor, this establishment showcases the best of South African culinary traditions. Be sure to stop at the brewery, bakery and wineshop before leaving.
Serendipity
This award-winning fine dining restaurant is a luxurious hideaway nestled in the tranquil town of Wilderness. Humble township stables like samp and pap, South African venison, Cape Malay flavours and other excellent South African products form the basis for the stellar dishes created by classically trained chef Lizelle Stolze, who spins local fare into her own style of haute cuisine.
International visitors will learn about the local culture and cuisine as they sample ostrich or springbok in a slow-cooked wine reduction or roasted vegetables in a mieliepap basket on tomato seshebo topped with creamed spinach, and for dessert, perhaps Amarula crème brûlée or saffron-infused milk tart.
Fine dining and much more await you on a trip to South Africa. Contact the GILTEDGE team today for assistance planning your trip from start to finish.
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