Monday, July 21, 2014

John & Lynne Ford’s Main Ingredient MENU list of special dinner events

John & Lynne Ford’s Main Ingredient list of special dinner events
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Events are listed in the order in which they will occur, starting with the most imminent date.
Note: These events are published with information provided by the event organisers or their representatives. John & Lynne Ford and their businesses cannot be held responsible for any incorrect or misleading information and receive no remuneration for this service
JULY
Wednesday, 23rd July at 18h00  Le Creuset invites you to an intimate evening with Franck Dangereux of the Foodbarn in Noordhoek. Join us for an event filled with visual and culinary delight as chef Franck Dangereux demonstrates delicious dishes in the latest Le Creuset cookware range, followed by a 3 course sit down dinner. Franck will share some of his chef secrets with us and Le Creuset will spoil each guest with an exclusive Le Creuset goodie bag. 70 places are available - tickets are issued on a first come first serve basis. Cost: R495 per person
Wednesday, 23rd July at 19h00  A TASTE OF MEXICO with Chef Paulina Hefferan. Join Prue Leith Chefs Academy and the Embassy of Mexico for an evening dedicated to showcasing authentic Mexican Cuisine at the Prue Leith Restaurant, Hennopspark, Centurion.  Price: R395 per person for a four course meal. Please specify any dietary requirements when making your booking. restaurant@prueleith.co.za
Wednesday, 23rd July at 18h30 for 19h00. KZN FOOD HEROES  STAR AT THE OYSTER BOX. “KwaZulu-Natal is a treasure chest of amazing produce.  Sourcing fresh produce locally, in an ethical way for use in our kitchens, is first prize for the Chefs at The Oyster Box. The closer to home the food is produced, the fresher it is, the less packaging is involved, the more sustainable it is for the producer and the better it is for our guests. A win-win all-round.” On 23rd July, The Oyster Box will host a KZN Food Heroes Dinner in the Pearl Room, to salute the artisan food produced in our province. Every item on the menu has been sourced from a local producer, who is a master at their craft and understands intimately, the raw materials with which they work. The five-course dinner starts at 18h30 for 19h00, with a welcome drink on arrival and includes a paired wine from Abingdon Wine Estate, with each course. Cost is R475 per person and booking is essential. On the MENU: FIELD MUSHROOM RAVIOLI, BLACK PEPPER MASCARPONE AND SALAMI CONE WITH WARM SESAME OIL. Cured meats from Esposito in the Kamberg Valley are handcrafted from pigs fed on milk, cereals and acorns in season.  With no growth hormones or antibiotics, Brett Moller and Franco Esposito’s specialties are made according to time-tested Apennine traditions.  No flavourants, colourants or 'meat stretchers' are used in their products.  LOBSTER BISQUE, ROOIBOS TEA-SMOKED TROUT AND HOME-SMOKED BACON CRUMBLE. Producing approximately 5000 fish per annum, Wayfarers Trout is raised and cold-smoked on the Farm in Dargle and delivered within three days of being caught.   WONTONS OF SHREDDED DUCK, STEWED ORANGE AND BEAN CASSOULET WITH FRESH CORIANDER PESTO. Award-winning Dargle Duck in the Midlands of KZN, has created a ‘duck heaven’ for their open range ducks, which shows in the quality of the product they produce. APPLE-POACHED PORK BELLY, CORN VELOUTE, POTATO PEARLS AND FARM FRESH VEGETABLES. We are incredibly lucky to have Dargyle Valley Pork right on our doorstep, producing pig and pork products of the highest quality. BAKED CHEESECAKE, SALTED CARAMEL, SEASONAL FRESH BERRIES.     To end our KZN food feast we’ll be serving a baked Cheesecake, made with farm fresh smooth cottage cheese from Chrissies Country Cheese in the Midlands. ABINGDON WINES, are the perfect partner to accompany each course on the menu.  This family run boutique cellar in the Natal Midlands, offers pioneering wines, that reflect the unique terroir and climate in which they are grown.  All grapes are grown, hand-picked, pressed, aged and bottled on the farm.  Abingdon, is the only certified vineyard in KwaZulu-Natal. TO BOOK CALL 031 514 4000 OR E-MAIL restaurants@oysterbox.co.za
Friday, 25th July, 7pm till late  Christmas in July Dinner-dance at Cassia. CASSIA HOSTS CHRISTMAS IN JULY FOR CHARITABLE CAUSE. This July, Cassia Restaurant at Nitida Wine Farm in the Durbanville winelands is hosting a Christmas in July charity fundraiser for the Iris House Children’s Hospice. The three course dinner-dance is being offered at R275.00 per person with R150.00 from each ticket sold being donated to this fantastic foundation; offering guests the opportunity to enjoy fabulous food prepared by Cassia’s French Chef Florent Hameau and his team, accompanied by gorgeous Nitida wines. The festivities include a welcome drink upon arrival, Nitida wines on the tables, three course Christmas themed menu, goody bag, automatic entry into the raffle to win a night’s stay for two at the Crystal Towers five star hotel, lucky draws, auction and dance. Says Cassia owner, Warren Swaffield: “It’s always such an incredible feeling to be able to give back; We are in a very fortunate position whereby we are able to offer such a service to those in need, and we will continue to do so going forward.” Based in Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs, Iris House provides quality care for Special Needs children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions within the Northern suburbs, Mfuleni and Vredenburg areas. This vibrant charity is committed to enriching the quality of life for their members and member’s families. To make your dinner reservation and support this incredible cause contact Iris House on 021 559 8000 or email info@iris-house.org. Venue: Saffron venue, Cassia Restaurant, Nitida Cellars, Tygerbergvalley Road (R13), Durbanville, 7550
Wednesday, 30th July Pop-Up Dinner with Bistro Sixteen82. Adventurous diners looking for a new culinary experience will get their fix with one of Bistro Sixteen82’s enormously popular Pop-Up Dinner. This evening of avant-garde gastronomy will feature a five-course menu presented by a “surprise” chef from an award-winning South African restaurant and skilfully paired with Steenberg wines. Please contact Edwina on 021 713 2211 or reservations@bistro1682.co.za to reserve your seat.
Thursday, 31st July Chef Reuben Riffel will collaborate with award winning chef Richard Carstens for one appearance only on at ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN. Part of the 2014 Reuben Invites series which sees Riffel share the stage with top Cape chefs, the Carstens collaboration is set to be a cracker! One of South Africa’s most thoughtful, imaginative and creative chefs, Carstens has cooked in restaurants in Asia and Australia and now serves up his outstanding fusion food at the beautiful Tokara restaurant on the Tokara Wine Estate in Stellenbosch. Expect appetising combinations of food and texture to delight and excite all your senses, matched with Tokara’s star studded wines. The evening begins with a tasting of Tokara’s wines in One&Only Cape Town’s Vista Bar & Lounge before guests move through to Reuben’s restaurant to feast on a superb 4-course menu prepared jointly by Riffel and Carstens. Listen to them explain their culinary roots and influences and enjoy the tales and anecdotes of these top chefs. The price of the 4-course dinner is R345 per person, including the pre-dinner wine tasting and canapés and excluding any beverages with the meal. Richard will suggest wines to be paired with each dish, although this is not included in the price, allowing you the freedom to select your favourite wines to accompany each gastronomic dish. Don’t miss out on the rest of the “Reuben Invites” 2014 series: 13th August: Chef Margot Janse of The Tasting Room, Le Quartier Francais. 10th September: Chef Bertus Basson of Overture Restaurant, Hidden Valley. 16th October: Chef Ryan Shell of Haute Cabrière Cellar Restaurant, Haute Cabrière. To reserve your “Reuben Invites” table at Reuben’s One&Only, call +27 21 431 4511 or mail to restaurant.reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com
AUGUST
Friday, 1st to Sunday, 31st August  THE TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL AND SPA TO HONOUR WOMEN’S MONTH IN AUGUST WITH SPECIAL ‘PINK TEA’. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa will serve a special ‘Pink Tea’ in association with Pongrácz in honour of Women’s Month. Available at R160 per person throughout the month of August, guests will be welcomed with a glass of Pongrácz Rosé on arrival. Elegantly dry with a wonderful foamy mouthful of black berry flavours, this enchanting blend of Pinot noir and Chardonnay evokes an air of romance with its seductive blush. It will be the perfect partner for a host of pink-themed treats – some of which feature cancer fighting ‘super-foods’ that are high in antioxidants. Red wine pâté de fruits, Forest berry cheesecake, Ruby grapefruit cupcakes and Strawberry mousse will be presented alongside freshly baked Scones with fresh cream, Brazil nut cake, Chocolate brownies and Cream puffs topped with pink chocolate, served with the finest selection of fragrant teas and coffees. The selection of delicate finger sandwiches includes Smoked salmon with cream cheese, Chicken mayonnaise with toasted almond and Roast beef with horseradish and rocket, as well as the traditional Egg mayonnaise and Cheese and tomato varieties. The Twelve Apostles Hotel’s Pink Tea will be served individually on Tea stands, Mondays to Sundays from 10h00 to 16h00 in the Leopard Bar, the Conservatory or the Café Grill, and on weekend afternoons a High Tea buffet will be available in the same venue. Contact restaurant reservations on 021 437 9029 or restaurants@12apostles.co.za to book. Email: reservations1@12apostles.co.za. Become a fan of The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa on Facebook. Follow The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa on Twitter Visit The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa website
Wednesday, 13th August  Dinner at Reuben’s One&Only with Chef Margot Janse of The Tasting Room. REUBEN RIFFEL, acclaimed chef , has announced an exciting and innovative series of dinners at Reuben’s One&Only Cape Town this winter, combining his talents and love of delicious food with those of some of South Africa’s top chefs. The evening will begin with wine-tasting and canapés in the beautiful Vista Bar & Lounge before guests move through to Reuben’s restaurant and enjoy a superb 4-course menu prepared jointly by Reuben and his guest celebrity chef. It’s Women’s Month in August and the 13th sees South Africa’s top female chef, Margot Janse from The Tasting Room, reunited with Reuben, her former colleague, for a nostalgic evening of the very finest food and wine. A Top Ten chef for many years, Margot specialises in unusual South African flavours and ingredients, and her dishes are sure to be an appetising surprise for all. Partnering Margot on the wine-side will be one of SA’s leading female winemakers, Corlea Fourie from Bosman Family Vineyards who will be bringing her handcrafted, food-friendly and Fairtrade wines to the table. Suggested wines will be paired to each dish, although this is not included in the price, allowing you the freedom to select your favourite wines. The event is priced at R345 per person for the 4-course dinner, pre-dinner wine-tasting and canapés, excluding any drinks with the meal. To reserve your table for “Reuben Invites” at Reuben’s One&Only Cape Town, call +27 21 431 4511 or mail to restaurant.reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com.
SEPTEMBER
Wednesday, 10th September Dinner at Reuben’s One&Only with Chef Bertus Basson of Overture Restaurant. REUBEN RIFFEL, acclaimed chef , has announced an exciting and innovative series of dinners at Reuben’s One&Only Cape Town this winter, combining his talents and love of delicious food with those of some of South Africa’s top chefs. The evening will begin with wine-tasting and canapés in the beautiful Vista Bar & Lounge before guests move through to Reuben’s restaurant and enjoy a superb 4-course menu prepared jointly by Reuben and his guest celebrity chef. Top Ten chef Bertus Basson, chef patron of Overture restaurant on Hidden Valley Wine Farm will be joining Reuben on the 10th September. Bertus and Reuben will be combining to create an unforgettable meal showcasing Bertus’s passion for unusual cuts of meat and his beloved smoking machine! Expect plenty of interesting, unusual and always delicious food served with lots of chat and amusing stories on the side! Suggested wines will be paired to each dish, although this is not included in the price, allowing you the freedom to select your favourite wines. The event is priced at R345 per person for the 4-course dinner, pre-dinner wine-tasting and canapés, excluding any drinks with the meal. To reserve your table for “Reuben Invites” at Reuben’s One&Only Cape Town, call +27 21 431 4511 or mail to restaurant.reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com.
Thursday, 18th September ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN HOSTS GALA DINNER IN SUPPORT OF FOREVER WILD LION PROGRAMME In its continued support of South Africa's threatened wildlife, One&Only Cape Town will once again host an annual charity auction gala dinner in support of the Wilderness Foundation. To be held on 18th September at the urban resort's glamorous Ballroom, this elegant affair will focus on the threatened Lion and will support the efforts of the Forever Wild Lion programme. On auction will be international wildlife artworks, luxury getaways and fine dining experiences. To book your seat or your corporate table for this very worthy cause, call 021 431 4511 or email restaurant.reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com
OCTOBER
Wednesday, 1st October from 18h30 to 23h00. Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction Dinners. Price: R700 per person. Bookings & Enquiries:  Please contact the CWG Office. The Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction Dinners offer intimate food and wine experiences at top winery restaurants in the Cape Winelands. With Guild Members hosting the tables at the dinners, you will have the opportunity to meet and talk to the personalities behind the wines you will be enjoying. With sumptuous menus, each dinner promises to be a unique and unforgettable experience. There will also be a special charity auction at each dinner.  Funds raised will be donated to the Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Development Trust which supports the Guild's Protégé Programme. Restaurant Venues: Catharina’s at Steenberg Winery, Constantia, Cape Point Restaurant at Cape Point Vineyards, Noordhoek, De Grendel Restaurant at De Grendel Winery, Durbanville, Cassia Restaurant at Nitida Winery, Durbanville, Tokara Restaurant at Tokara Winery, Stellenbosch, Jordan Restaurant at Jordan Winery, Stellenbosch, Terroir Restaurant at Kleine Zalze Winery, Stellenbosch. For more information or to make your booking, please contact the CWG Office.
Wednesday, 16th October Dinner at Reuben’s One&Only with Chef Ryan Shell of Haute Cabrière Cellar Restaurant. REUBEN RIFFEL, acclaimed chef , has announced an exciting and innovative series of dinners at Reuben’s One&Only Cape Town this winter, combining his talents and love of delicious food with those of some of South Africa’s top chefs. The evening will begin with wine-tasting and canapés in the beautiful Vista Bar & Lounge before guests move through to Reuben’s restaurant and enjoy a superb 4-course menu prepared jointly by Reuben and his guest celebrity chef. Rounding up the dinner series will be one of South Africa’s fastest-rising stars. Ryan Shell from one of Franschhoek’s most popular dining destinations, Haute Cabrière Cellar Restaurant, will be joining Reuben in the kitchen. After spending time working overseas at a Michelin-starred restaurant, Ryan’s food shows imagination and flair, as well as the use of many unusual ingredients, which complement his seasonal flavours. This is the perfect opportunity for curious diners to try some of Haute Cabrierè’s fine pinot noirs with cuisine – a much-underrated pleasure! Suggested wines will be paired to each dish, although this is not included in the price, allowing you the freedom to select your favourite wines. The event is priced at R345 per person for the 4-course dinner, pre-dinner wine-tasting and canapés, excluding any drinks with the meal. To reserve your table for “Reuben Invites” at Reuben’s One&Only Cape Town, call +27 21 431 4511 or mail to restaurant.reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com.
Wednesday, 29th October Pop-Up Dinner with Bistro Sixteen82. Adventurous diners looking for a new culinary experience will get their fix with one of Bistro Sixteen82’s enormously popular Pop-Up Dinner. This evening of avant-garde gastronomy will feature a five-course menu presented by a “surprise” chef from an award-winning South African restaurant and skilfully paired with Steenberg wines. Please contact Edwina on 021 713 2211 or reservations@bistro1682.co.za to reserve your seat.
NOVEMBER

Wednesday, 26th November Pop-Up Dinner with Bistro Sixteen82. Adventurous diners looking for a new culinary experience will get their fix with one of Bistro Sixteen82’s enormously popular Pop-Up Dinner. This evening of avant-garde gastronomy will feature a five-course menu presented by a “surprise” chef from an award-winning South African restaurant and skilfully paired with Steenberg wines. Please contact Edwina on 021 713 2211 or reservations@bistro1682.co.za to reserve your seat.

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