Recipe: TheFoodFox "Patagonian calamari is not expensive and makes a very popular starter or addition to your mezze spread. The key to cooking them successfully is a searing hot pan, doing batches so you don’t crowd it. The pan sauce is totally addictive, so be sure to serve fresh bread on the side to mop...

Visit the La Motte Museum to share in Pierneef’s appreciation for the natural beauty of the South African landscape – in his heritage collection as well as a new exhibition of linocuts, entitled, Mountains and Valleys.   Mountains and Valleys presents a selection of Pierneef linocuts. The old master's graphic work was an important trailblazer in the history...

Waterblommetjies (Aponogeton distachyos), also known as Cape pondweed, are bulbous plants that thrive in slow moving water dams, particularly in the Western Cape. The flowers or stems of these plants are used in traditional soups and stews (bredies). Sorrel is a natural accompaniment to waterblommetjies. Cultivated or wild sorrel can be used. If using cultivated...

"There are few things that beat the sight and smell of hearty meatballs in a thick sauce. Served with freshly cooked pasta and parmesan cheese, its comfort food that dreams are made of. These beef meatballs are made with lots of black pepper and are smothered in a bright punchy sauce made with canned tomatoes,...

Vegetables are very important in the Cape’s culinary heritage. Remember that Jan van Riebeeck's reason for coming to the Cape was to establish a half-way station with fresh produce for sailors! For Heritage month, we are sharing some delicious garden-based recipes with wine pairings and even a few tips to start your own vegetable garden!...

Recipe for Luxury Fish Pie with Caper Rösti Topping  Recipe: Sophia Lindop This beautiful combination of seafood in a cream and herb sauce topped with a golden-brown crust of potato with delightfully tart and tangy capers is just a dream. Especially when served with the elegant complexity of the 2023 La Motte Chardonnay. Serves 6 -...

Sardine and Fennel Bruschetta with Slow Roasted Tomatoes, Garden Greens and Herbes de Provence Crust Such a basic little dish - Sardines on Toast. All at once complexity of flavour and an easy, fragrant freshness. Just perfect with a fresh white such as the 2024 La Motte Sauvignon Blanc or an elegant rosé such as the...

Parmesan gnocchi, curried butternut velouté, poached egg, thinly sliced coppa  Recipe: Chris Erasmus An elegant dish that offers smooth comfort with beautiful layers of flavour. The 2022 La Motte Chardonnay is exactly what you need in your glass. Gnocchi Serves 6 600g potato flesh, cooked and pressed through a sieve, keep warm 125g 00 flour...

Butter and Almond Roasted Cauliflower Steak, Babaganoush Puree, Horseradish Yoghurt, Home-made Sprouts Recipe: Chris Erasmus A vegetarian dish with so much complexity, texture and flavour, it needs a wine that matches its intricacy! Enjoy with a delicious glass of 2019 La Motte Syrah. Cauliflower Serves 2 1 whole cauliflower 3T butter Salt and pepper to taste ½ cup...

Aubergine and ricotta cannelloni with tomato and rosemary  Recipe: Chris Erasmus Very similar to Melanzane alla Parmigian, the flavours of this tomato-based Italian favourite are ideally paired with a lighter style of red wine. The versatility of the Merlot-based  2020 La Motte Millennium makes it a delicious and reliable partner!  Cannelloni 3 large aubergines, sliced 4mm thick 4T olive oil...