by Verena Neumayr-Howes | Apr 8, 2020 | Food & Wine, Our Portfolio, Recipes, The Marine
First created in the UK in the early 19th century, this flat-rolled suet pudding is spread with jam and rolled up, similar to a Swiss Roll, before being steamed or baked. It travelled to South Africa with the original colonial farmers and has since become a favourite...
by Verena Neumayr-Howes | Apr 8, 2020 | Food & Wine, Our Portfolio, Recipes, The Marine
This famous spiced sweet bun is a staple in most South African households during Easter. Its origins are a bit of a mystery – one theory is that Brother Thomas Rodcliffe, a 14th-century monk from St Albans in the UK, developed the first bun, called ‘Alban Bun’. There...
by Verena Neumayr-Howes | Apr 4, 2020 | Food & Wine, Our Portfolio, Recipes, The Marine
Pickled Fish (also known as ingelegde vis or Kaapse kerrievis) is a quintessential Easter dish in the Cape. With a murky history, this aromatic, spicy dish certainly transcends faiths – it is rooted in Cape Malay food culture but is normally served during Easter,...
by Verena Neumayr-Howes | Jan 13, 2018 | Food & Wine, Our Portfolio, Recipes, The Marine
May your glass be ever full – full with our special St Patrick’s Day Appletini that is, if you happen to be at The Marine on 17 March. Served in the Sun Lounge, this exclusive cocktail is green of course, to celebrate the most Irish of Irish holidays. Happy St...
by Verena Neumayr-Howes | Dec 13, 2017 | Activities, Cape Town, Destination, Experiences, Our Portfolio, The Cellars-Hohenort
The opening of the Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa) very firmly put Cape Town on the global art map this year. While a visit is an absolute must, MOCAA is just the cherry on top of the Mother City’s thriving art scene. From a grain silo turned modern...
by Verena Neumayr-Howes | Aug 2, 2017 | Food & Wine, Our Portfolio, Recipes, The Plettenberg
This is one of The Sandbar’s signature Martinis, best enjoyed while admiring the sunset, or as an after-dinner digestif. Inspired by our resident mermaid, we shake Vanilla Vodka and Coconut Rum with fresh mint, lemon sour and pineapple juice. Served straight up, it...
by Verena Neumayr-Howes | May 30, 2017 | Food & Wine, Our Portfolio, Recipes, The Cellars-Hohenort
Our talented bartenders are putting a Greenhouse Bar twist on the Classic Margarita to create one of our signature Martinis, the Grapefruit & Pink Peppercorn Margarita. Enjoy it at the elegant Greenhouse Bar to start your evening in style – then wow your...
by Verena Neumayr-Howes | May 30, 2017 | Food & Wine, Our Portfolio, Recipes, The Cellars-Hohenort
Indulge in our decadent White Chocolate & Chilli Signature Martini. As the name suggests, The Conservatory Bar specialises in Mr Bond’s favourite drink, shaken with flair and served within an elegant setting. The sweetness of this particular Martini is offset by...
by Verena Neumayr-Howes | May 19, 2017 | Food & Wine, Our Portfolio, Recipes, The Marine
One of the signature dishes of the tapas menu at Origins, and a favourite at The Marine, these Lamb frikkadels are best served as canapés for about 12 guests. Alternatively, they could be rolled bigger to become the star of a main course, served with a super grain...
