With Love Month on our doorstep, some of you may want to celebrate by dining out while others want a cosy night in – either way can be fun and delectably done with the help of these suggestions!
A Romantic Picnic at Home
You don’t need to eat out to have a special date night. Why not indulge in a cosy indoor picnic instead? Set the mood and turn your living room into a candle-lit nook. Grab a cosy blanket, lay it on the floor, and place a few scatter cushions and candles around, with an assortment of delicious food on a cheeseboard platter. While the options are endless, a great idea is the Indezi River Creamery Cheese Duet, specifically designed for two people, including two slices of speciality cheese and a mini preserve that is a delicious pairing. You can delight in the Duet with some crackers, strawberries, grapes, honey, asparagus and cold meats. These can be topped off with some champagne, cider, red wine or beer, or you can opt for nonalcoholic bubbly.
Delicious Dining in Your Kitchen
If you want to have the full dining experience in the comfort of your own home, why not try The Cookhouse? They offer a variety of home-style meals, perfect for any occasion. You can start with one of their tasty soups with added croutons or crusty ciabatta bread and butter. For mains, pair their Braised Beef Pot with Potato Mash and Cream of Onion and Garlic Spinach for a delicious and heartwarming meal. There is also their famous Greek Style Moussaka, which is one of their biggest sellers, which you can complement with a fresh salad or garlic bread. Another option is their Cape Malay Creamed Chicken Masala, which can be combined with basmati rice and sambals or poppodums! To end off with a yummy dessert, there is the Berry Apple Crumble or Homemade Ice Cream (or both!).
A Scrumptious Night Out
Skye Bistro at Fordoun is a great option for those who would like a memorable night out. With a focus on fine dining, this spot combines the allure of romance with a dedication to locally sourced ingredients. Whether you choose to dine by candlelight or witness the lit-up gardens from the veranda, they guarantee an ambience that ignites the flames of love.
For starters, indulge in the Bijou of Pork Belly with apple puree and pine and jalapeño salsa, or savour the creamy Garlic and White Wine Mussel Hot Pot served with toasted ciabatta bread. For the mains, guests can delight in the perfectly cooked Rack of Lamb on Green Pea and Mint Risotto or the Grilled Kingklip served with herbed mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Finally, no fine dining experience is complete without dessert. Satisfy your sweet tooth with the Dark Chocolate Fondant, topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Delicious!
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