The unspoilt culinary hotspot on the hill outside Bot River coaxes a slow exhale with the release of their new winter menu which pays homage to real Overberg tastes with a pinch of nostalgia.
Gorgeously appointed at Gabriëlskloof Estate, an award-winning wine, olive and lavender farm, this stylish yet relaxed destination restaurant lures travellers along the N2 with unhurried lunch indulgences of hearty fare that embraces the true essence of the region.
“Whether you are swinging by for a wine tasting, to buy farm honey on tap from our Deli, to have lunch served up with chocolate box views, or are planning to tie the knot, Gabriëlskloof has it all. At the restaurant we pride ourselves in honest country food, made with the best seasonal produce sourced from the farm, local artisans and friendly neighbours,
“Steering clear of bite-size plated art, our latest menu warmly embraces our country roots with a touch of ‘Frans’, as we allow the ingredients to speak for themselves. Unpretentious yet elegant cuisine with a rustic charm, cooked from the heart to feed the appetite and soul,” says executive chef Frans Groenewald, who has been at the helm since the restaurant opened its doors six years ago.
Some of the rich tastes to comfort the winter blues include Frans’ signature slow roasted Bot River Leg of Lamb served with warm slaphakskeentjies (pickled onions). Other sensory indulgences tempting with elements of ‘Frans’, include a ‘drunk’ Elgin Free Range Coq au Vin with green farm olives or crispy Anysbos pork belly, sourced from a neighbouring farm with heavenly Hemel-en- Aarde wheat and pumpkin risotto. For a lighter yet luscious lunch treat, try his Confit of Trout served with warm sweet potato and chick pea salad.
Gabriëlskloof not only lifts the lid on wholesome country goodness but also enjoys international recognition as a refined wine tasting destination. The restaurant’s inviting lounge area, complete with a cosy fireplace, offers the perfect spot to unwind with a bottle of Gabriëlskloof’s finest cellar gems. On sunny days the outside ‘stoep’ with its French-country feel beckons enthusiasts to recharge those batteries with a laid-back wine tasting before tucking into a more relaxed Deli Menu.
Both the restaurant’s A la Carte Menu and the Deli Menu change on a regular basis depending on the chef’s inspiration, the weather and their homemade pantry supplies. A two course A La Carte meal costs R165 per person and a three course indulgence R195 per person.
Gabriëlskloof Restaurant is open daily for breakfast and lunch, except on Tuesdays and bookings are essential. To reserve your table at this best kept secret of the Overberg contact them on:
Tel: +27 (0)28 284 9865
Email: restaurant@gabrielskloof.co.za
