Last Friday, I was spoilt by a feast for the senses with a decadent 3 course lunch experienced at 3 decidedly different restaurants owned and run by the Protoulis family.
Established in 1992, each restaurant based at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, in Cape Town are completely unique with their individual décor, menu, wine list and view of the harbour and Table Mountain.
Good things come in threes they say, that’s why they’ve added a trio of fantastic dining experience packages catering for the adventurous at heart!
These are great for corporates and couples alike:
Ride & Dine
Experience Cape Town like never before with Cape Sidecar Adventures and a quick tour around the Atlantic Seaboard, Signal Hill and back to the Waterfront. Then savour a delicious meal at any of the 3 restaurants.
Lunch: 60-minute trip & 2-course meal
R 440 per person
Dinner: 60-minute trip & 3-course meal
R 520 per person
Valid until 31 December 2015
A minimum of 2 passengers per booking.
Fly & Dine
See The Mother City from the skies with NAC Helicopters, then enjoy an magnificent meal (Lunch /Dinner) at either of the restaurants.
A minimum of 3 passengers must be booked at a time and you can select any one of the tours below:
The Hopper Tour: From R 985.00
The Atlantico Tour: From R1 285.00
The Three Bays Tour: From R1 825.00
The Cape Point Tour: From R3 499.00
All per person
Cruise & Dine
How about a lovely cruise departing from the Waterfront followed by a sumptous feast at either of the 3 restaurants?
Lunch: 1 hour cruise & 2-course meal
R 300 per person
Dinner: 1.5 hour sunset cruise & 3-course meal
R 545 per person
Valid until 31 May 2016
Any of these fantastic deals can be booked through AIM Marketing by contacting vi******@ai*********.za
“Perhaps a little less adventure and a little more food” I hear you say. Well fear not for the less adventurous at heart, how about trying one of their fantastic winter specials? You don’t even have to book in advance to take advantage of these great deals!
Currently each is running a Winter Warmer 50% Off special at each restaurant valid until 31 August 2015.
If that’s not enough to whet your appetite how about becoming a VIP loyalty member at each restaurant for FREE? You can earn cash back to be used for future discounts on meals. What’s more, as a loyalty member you will be the first to receive invitations to exclusive events, monthly newsletters and R300 valued discount for your birthday to be used ANY time during your birthday month – for Mahala! Gratis! FREE!
If your taste buds have not been tempted yet, read on below for 3 very tasty reviews that will get you running out the door!
REVIEW:
THE GREEK FISHERMAN
Savour some authentic Grecian goodness at this local Greek gem at V & A Waterfront in my favourite city, Cape Town.
Greeted by the welcoming Piscean placemats and friendly staff, I eagerly grabbed a seat with a harbour view.
With a wide variety of tapas, it was a tough choice but I finally settled on some mussels in tomato & feta; lamb biftekas; pitas paired with a trio of Tzatziki, Taramasalata & Humus dips and a Greek salad of course.
Not normally a fan of shellfish, but I have to say these mussels were some of the tastiest morsels I’ve had. Not tough, not chewy but just right!
The tender lamb bifteka’s with hidden cheesy centres just melted in my mouth. Not to mention the warm pita bread dipped in heavenly humus had me begging for more.
If Seafood is not your thing, don’t fret there is also poultry, meat and vegetarian options available. Not your average seafood restaurant with it’s uber chic fully stocked bar inside..definitely not one to be missed!
This restaurant is family friendly and caters for children too.
With the wonderful winter warmer special currently on offer, you simply have to get down here and taste it for yourself!
Website: http://www.greekfisherman.co.za
Twitter: @Greek_Fisherman
Instagram: GreekFisherman
REVIEW: THE CITY GRILL STEAKHOUSE
This is not your average steakhouse, this modern Afro-Centric steakhouse-by-the-sea delights locals & foreigners alike with their wide variety of meats from your average beef; ostrich; chicken to the not-so-average springbok, kudu and even crocodile are on offer.
Faux Snakeskin placemat
All the African delicacies are cleverly indicated on the menu by a small South African flag, making it easy for International guests to try some authentic African fare.
Another notable feature is the placemats, each representing a different wild animal. A range of snakeskin, paw prints, leopard print and more!
Succulent Springbok Steak with savoury rice & vegetables
My adventurous carnivorous palate settled for a nice sumptuous Springbok steak and a juicy Ostrich kebab drenched in pepper sauce, both served with a hearty side of vegetables and savoury rice, paired with a delicious glass of house red, the luscious Leopard’s Leap pinotage.
Ostrich Kebab with pepper sauce on a bed of savoury rice & vegetables
I was pleasantly surprised as neither left me with a gamey aftertaste; that one usually expects when eating wild meat.They were both excellently prepared!
The wine list is as varied as the menu, and you’re sure to find something to suit every taste and if you get stuck you can always ask their in house sommelier for a recommendation or food pairing. That is which wines would be suitable for the dishes you’re ordering.
For the non-carnivores, there are poultry and vegetarian friendly options available, plus a menu for the kids!
You can even grab yourself some biltong to go from their awesome biltong bar.
So take your taste buds on safari and get down to City Grill Steakhouse to experience their amazing winter special!
*Biltong – South African dried/cured meat, not mechanically processed like jerky
Website: http://www.citygrill.co.za
Twitter: https://twitter.com/City__Grill
Instagram: CityGrillSteakhouse
Review:
MELONCINO
You’ll find more than pizza and pasta at this modern contemporary Italian restaurant.
With a little bit of everything on the menu for everyone, this time I opted for something sweet.
A delicious and artfully plated torta strepitosa ai 3 cioccalati with strawberries, sliced oranges, fresh baked wafer and vanilla ice cream on the side.
The chocoholic in me died and went straight to heaven!
It’s hard not to fall in love with this place with its chic, sophisticated décor and extensive wall of wine on display. Better yet, is the amazing view of one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, Table Mountain, whilst you dine.
Whether it’s something sweet or savoury you’re after, come experience La Dolce Vita at Meloncino!
Website: www.meloncino.co.za
Twitter: @MeloncinoSA
Instagram: Meloncinosa
Wow! What a truly tasty trip my tastebuds have been on…how’s that for a tongue twister? I would say that’s a mouthful, but you’d get more than that at any one of these 3 amazing V & A Waterfront restaurants!
For excellent service, delicious food or perhaps a little something different, you really need to get yourself down to the V & A Waterfront and try it for yourself!
As always,
#wishyouwerehere
