‘Food and Drink’ Category
River Place Country Estate and the Al Fiume Italian Riverside Restaurant, which is voted one of South Africa’s top 10 most romantic restaurants by Wine Magazine, offers two Valentine’s Day Specials for 2012 to choose from – an Intimate Dinner at the Al Fiume Restaurant, or a Romantic Getaway at River Place Country Estate with dinner at Al Fiume Restaurant.
Al Fiume Restaurant Valentine’s Day Specials 2012:
- OPTION 1 – all inclusive Romantic Getaway Package that include 4 Star Accommodation; Bottle of Wine and Cheese Platter on arrival; Romantic Turndown Service; a Gourmet Dinner for two at Al Fiume (Deck or Gazebo); Roses, Champagne and Chocolates; Intimate Country Breakfast, all for R2 695 per couple, per night.
- OPTION 2 – intimate, Romantic Dinner (Deck or Gazebo); Musician, for R395 per person.
Al Fiume Restaurant Contact Details:
Telephone: 071-862 9752
Cellphone: 079-886 9827
Fax: 086-545 1110
E-mail: info@riverplace.co.za
Website: www.riverplace.co.za
Physical Address:
Al Fiume Italian Riverside Restaurant
River Place Country Estate
No. 18, R 511,
Hennops River Valley,
Gauteng
9th Avenue Bistro is situated near beachfront hotels, the International Convention Centre and bed & breakfasts in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The restaurant is licensed, with parking available, is wheelchair friendly, and bookings are required for Lunch and Dinner, which is from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, Monday to Saturday.
9th Avenue Bistro Valentine’s Day Special for 2012 is a 3 course menu including a welcome drink and snack, as well as chocolate and coffee to end, for R375 per person.
9th Avenue Bistro Valentine’s Day Menu for 2012:
- A Glass of Moreson Miss Molly MCC and a mini Namibian Crab Tian & Tempura Prawn with Avocado.
- A choice of Appetizers.
- A choice of delicious Main Meals.
- Sorbet.
- A choice of Mouthwatering Desserts.
- Chocolate and Coffee.
- R375 per person.
- Ambience – Classic Elegant
9th Avenue Bistro Contact Details:
Tel/Fax: +27 31 312 9134
Email: info@9thavenuebistro.co.za
Website: www.9thavenuebistro.co.za
Physical Address:
9th Avenue Bistro
2 Avonmore Centre
9th Avenue, Morningside
Durban, 4001
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa
Kaapsehoop or Kaapsche Hoop (established 1882) is a small, historical mining town on the Mpumalanga escarpment, that lies at an altitude of 1712m, free from malaria, with clear skies, crisp mountain air and beautiful views. The small village offers various accommodation venues, from basic hikers huts, self catering and B&B in historical establishments, luxury guesthouses, and even an old train coach.
When visiting Kaapsehoop, be sure to enjoy the Kaapsche Hoop Nature Walk – an easy, leisurely one hour walk to the escarpment, for breathtaking views of De Kaap Valley below.
The Blue Swallow is a very rare bird in South Africa, and are mainly found at Kaapsehoop, nesting and breeding in old, abandoned mine shafts in a natural heritage site outside town. Herds of wild horses roaming free in the area, are believed to be the only wild horses in South Africa.
Kaapsehoop Attractions:
- Historical Mining town (Kaapsche Hoop – original Dutch spelling).
- Hiking Trails.
- Waterfalls and Nature Scenes.
- Wildlife – Wild Horses, Oribi, Blue Swallow.
- Indigenous Plants.
- Rock Field Formations.
- Accommodation Options
Kaapsehoop Contact Details:
Contact Person: Reinette van Niekerk
Cell: +27 (0)82-333-2073
Website: www.kaapsehoopinfo.co.za
Physical Address:
Kaapsehoop
next to Berlin Forest,
Mpumalanga Escarpment
Mpumalanga
South Africa
Kaapsehoop Horse Trails is located on the Drakensberg escarpment, on a 17,000 hectare private concession on the Berlin forestry plantation of Komatiland, about 7km from Kaapsehoop town in Mpumalanga. Scenic horse riding trails winding through grasslands and pine forests, are enjoyed by beginners and experienced riders alike.
Kaapsehoop Horse Trails offers scenic horse riding trails, supervised educational programmes for kids, lead reign pony rides for small children, as well as self-catering accommodation, a coffee shop, and a venue for small functions. Bookings essential.
Kaapsehoop Horse Trails facilities:
- Horse Riding – various rides for beginners and experienced riders, and supervised lead reign pony rides in and around the stables for kids up to 6 years.
- Well-trained cross-bred horses; English or Western type saddles.
- Educational Programme – supervised, fun 5-day pony camps for kids (8 to 15 years), to learn about horses, nature, caving, hiking.
- Self-catering, farm style accommodation, barbeque facilities.
- Coffee Shop – refreshments and meals.
- Venue for small weddings and other small functions, .
- Bookings essential.
Kaapsehoop Horse Trails Contact Details:
Contact Person: Christo (Enquiries)
Tel: +27 82 774 5826
Bookings: +27 76 108 0081 (Mariska)
Email: info@horsebacktrails.co.za
Website: www.horsebacktrails.co.za
Physical Address:
Kaapsehoop Horse Trails
near Kaapsehoop Town
Mpumalanga
South Africa
Postal Address:
Kaapsehoop Horse Trails
PO Box 14017
Nelspruit
1200
Players Cafe and Bar at The River Club, Observatory, Cape Town, is famous for it’s Golfers Breakfast on weekends, as well as the Burger and Beer Special throughout the week. The menu offers a wide selection of main meals, kiddies meals, buffet, breakfasts, light snacks, award winning pub lunches, salads, and delicious desserts.
Players Restaurant facilities:
- Buffet, set and spit braai menus available on request.
- Main meals – pastas, steaks and seafood.
- Delicious Desserts.
- Famous Burger and Beer Special – available 7 days a week (7 draught beers on tap to choose from).
- Menus Catering for Kids.
- Outdoor Dining with Spitbraai Facilities.
- Opening Hours – Monday to Thursday, 8am to 10pm; Friday and Saturday, 8am to 12pm; Sunday: 8am to 9pm.
Players Cafe & Bar Contact Details:
Bookings: 021 448 7906
Website: www.riverclub.co.za
Physical Address:
Players Cafe and Bar at The River Club
Liesbeek Parkway, Observatory
Cape Town, South Africa.
Postal Address:
Players Cafe and Bar at The River Club
PO Box 13245, Mowbray, 7705
Cape Town, South Africa.