The classic character of La Motte Cabernet Sauvignon and its affinity for lamb and dark chocolate make it the ultimate wine for Easter. But it would be an injustice to limit this wine to pairings with rosemary flavoured roasts and 70% cocoa desserts. Try a delicious recipe for a Lebanese Lamb Noisette by Sophia Lindop and...

"When La Motte sent me a bottle of their Cabernet Sauvignon, dark chocolate was the obvious pairing. BUT the wine's elegance, velvety smooth tannins, and notes of cherry, oak, and blackcurrant make white chocolate the perfect pairing! The tart case is filled with a cabernet and cherry compote infused with cinnamon and orange zest then topped...

A beautiful contrast to the coolness of the 2018 La Motte Cabernet Sauvignon, the delicious warm spices of Lebanon ensure this lamb noisette to not only be a taste sensation but also the definite highlight of your table. Rolled whole lamb noisette with Lebanese flavours Serves 8 - 10 Ingredients 1 medium-sized onion, peeled and...

Fish cakes can be more than a weeknight dinner. Add interest with a hint of nutmeg, anchovies and fresh herbs, make a delicate velouté with Pernod and serve it with a glass or two of the delicious 2021 Pierneef Sauvignon Blanc! FISH CAKES 500 g Hake 500 g Milk 1 Bay leave A few gratings...

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The Dutch Baby is a puffy pancake similar to an oversized Yorkshire pudding. Enjoy our harvest time inspiration for breakfast, tea time, lunch or literally any time of the day!  INGREDIENTS 3 large eggs 1 tablespoon caster sugar 150 full fat milk 100 grams plain flour salt 25 grams unsalted butter METHOD You will need:...

Oyster Pâté on Sourdough Ingredients 1 small onion, sliced 200 g oyster meat, juice reserved (about 12 large, fresh oysters) 125 ml MCC or a dry sparkling wine 1 sprigs fresh thyme 1 small clove of garlic, sliced pinch of saffron zest of 1 lemon 150 g butter, melted 3 eggs 2.5 ml lemon juice pinch of salt clarified butter Method...

 Ingredients:  ½ cup passion fruit pulp 3 - 4 passion fruits, depending on the size 2 Tbsp lemon juice ¼ cup sugar 6 Tbsp unsalted butter 4 egg yolks (large eggs)  Method:  Place the passion fruit pulp and sugar in a small saucepan, place the saucepan over low-medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Add the egg yolks and lemon juice into a...

Almost too hot to cook? Looking for an easy way with food, but enjoy a fresh take on your favourites? Try our recipe for Sauerkraut, add it generously on top of a good quality Frankfurter in a good quality hot dog bun and you will have an easy meal - especially if you serve it with...

Harvest-time is the most important time on a wine farm, but it is also a time to celebrate the season's special tastes and traditions. After a beautiful cold and wet winter and relative cool start to summer, quality expectations are high and the La Motte winemaking team invites you to join the La Motte Harvest...