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Thursday 25th
March 2010
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Gabriëlskloof
Botrivier Valley |
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We head out on the N2, with our first stop being in the
Kogel Valley on the
road to Hermanus.
I have discovered
Barton Farm which
was has
Tuscan villas with views of mountains,
olive
groves, vineyards and lavender
fields.
These houses are beautifully
appointed with modern décor,
fireplaces, large open-plan
living areas, private pools and
gardens visited by
Guinea
fowl, Blue Cranes and Peacocks.
The farm produces its own wines,
olive oil and face creams from
their French lavender bushes.
We will enjoy a guided tour of
this exclusive accommodation.
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There will be an
optional wine tasting
(R15 per person). After
our morning visit we
head back on the N2 to
just outside Bot River
where we will find
Gabrielskloof |
Gabrielskloof is a
new winery situated between
Botriver and Caledon a mere 500m
off the N2 highway, offering the
visitor a spectacular cellar
experience with their first
release wines, restaurant and
deli with 360 degree Overberg
views. There is also a chapel on
site.
They also offer home grown olive
oils, and wholesome local
country fare.
Brian & I stopped in for
breakfast on 2nd January and
were pleasantly surprised at the
service and quality of the
offering. |
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This restaurant, owned by two chefs,
Juan vd Westhuizen and
Frans Groenewald,
provides menus based on
the fresh seasonal
produce of the Overberg.
They add their own style
to create varied and
interesting dishes,
offering something
special for everyone. |
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I learnt something new when I was told they usually give
everyone a small ‘amuse
bouche’.
Back to “Google I went –
‘Amuse Bouche’ is
a
little flavourful bite
to amuse your palate,
a French term pronounced
‘uh-MYUZ-boosh’. These
two chefs have set up a
wonderful lunch which I
know you will all enjoy! |
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Cost for this day which
will include your
transport, lunch at
Gabrielskloof
and the visit to Barton
Farms will be R335 per
person.
Guests are welcome at
R355 per person.
Remember wine tasting at
Barton Farms is an
optional extra of R15
per person.
Coach
will leave
Tableview Shopping
Centre at 09h00
and
Constantia Village at 09h30.
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