Koringberg South African restaurant
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Koringberg The True Love Cafe in Koringberg, in the heart of the Swartland wheatfields, is a celebration of what is simple and pure and true.
It is a place of contrasts. Quiet calm in the refreshing Koringberg air, and loud laughter as old friends and new get together in the retro pub. Old masters on walls which are papered with newsprint. Ed Hardy tattoo designs and vintage portraits celebrating a mother's love.
For Fiamma Forsdick, owner of the True Love Cafe, coming to this sleepy dorp has felt like coming home. After 27 very successful years in the restaurant and catering business, she was ready for something different.
“I just love this place,” she says. “The people of Koringberg are genuine and decent. There's a great atmosphere here.”
Fiamma's establishment is certainly adding to that atmosphere. The restaurant alone is worth the hour's drive from Cape Town. Fiamma, who was trained in Switzerland and was the owner of the cookery school, Yum, as well as seven previous restaurants, is serving deceptively simple, country food.
“No towers or artistic drops of balsamic,” she declares. But the simplest cookery leaves the least room for error, and it is easy to recognise the touch of a master in her dishes.
The menu changes regularly, depending on what is in season, so its worth asking what's on offer when you make your booking. Or just pop in, you'll be sure to be delighted by the experience.
Opening hours are 09:00 until late, Wednesday to Sunday. To book, contact Fiamma Forsdick at 072 572 0586 or 022 423 8386.
Restaurants near Swartland
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and are not necessarily the actual travelling
distance.
Yzerfontein South African restaurant
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Yzerfontein (17.4 km from Swartland) Located on Grootwater Farm, !Khwa ttu Restaurant entices with lighty, hearty and creative dishes picked fresh from the garden and baked fresh from the oven.
Housed in a 40 seater restored original farmhouse, perched on the hills, diners enjoy dining with a view and cooling tea garden complimented by famous vineyard wines.
The menu focuses on fresh products, homemade breads and decadent cakes. Weekends beacon 3-course meals and imaginative deserts.
Enjoy culinary creations from resident Swiss chef and a menu filled with hearty creativity at !Khwa ttu Restaurant in Darling.
Koringberg South African restaurant
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Koringberg (26.6 km from Swartland) The True Love Cafe in Koringberg, in the heart of the Swartland wheatfields, is a celebration of what is simple and pure and true.
It is a place of contrasts. Quiet calm in the refreshing Koringberg air, and loud laughter as old friends and new get together in the retro pub. Old masters on walls which are papered with newsprint. Ed Hardy tattoo designs and vintage portraits celebrating a mother's love.
For Fiamma Forsdick, owner of the True Love Cafe, coming to this sleepy dorp has felt like coming home. After 27 very successful years in the restaurant and catering business, she was ready for something different.
“I just love this place,” she says. “The people of Koringberg are genuine and decent. There's a great atmosphere here.”
Fiamma's establishment is certainly adding to that atmosphere. The restaurant alone is worth the hour's drive from Cape Town. Fiamma, who was trained in Switzerland and was the owner of the cookery school, Yum, as well as seven previous restaurants, is serving deceptively simple, country food.
“No towers or artistic drops of balsamic,” she declares. But the simplest cookery leaves the least room for error, and it is easy to recognise the touch of a master in her dishes.
The menu changes regularly, depending on what is in season, so its worth asking what's on offer when you make your booking. Or just pop in, you'll be sure to be delighted by the experience.
Opening hours are 09:00 until late, Wednesday to Sunday. To book, contact Fiamma Forsdick at 072 572 0586 or 022 423 8386.
Malmesbury South African restaurant
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Malmesbury (29.1 km from Swartland) There are over 237 local Spur steak branches and 28 international ones. Spur offers hearty and satisfying meals with great value for money. The steak ranch is famous for their classic burgers made from AAA-grade beef, served with the crispiest chips and Spur’s own recipe for the tastiest onion rings.
Every branch is lively, vibrant and incredibly family friendly. There is a kiddies menu and a lovely entertainment area for children. The food is generously portioned, extremely tasty and brilliantly priced.
Piketberg South African restaurant
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Piketberg (34.9 km from Swartland) There are over 237 local Spur steak branches and 28 international ones. Spur offers hearty and satisfying meals with great value for money. The steak ranch is famous for their classic burgers made from AAA-grade beef, served with the crispiest chips and Spur’s own recipe for the tastiest onion rings.
Every branch is lively, vibrant and incredibly family friendly. There is a kiddies menu and a lovely entertainment area for children. The food is generously portioned, extremely tasty and brilliantly priced.
Tulbagh South African restaurant
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Tulbagh (36.6 km from Swartland) The Terrace provides an intimate and stylish setting in which diners can enjoy delightful, seasonal dishes. In summer you can enjoy alfresco dining on the shaded patio. For a less formal experience, try having a lighter dish or share some snacks in the laid-back lounge bar. The menu changes regularly in order to optimize the use of the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. A good wine list is available.
Tulbagh South African restaurant
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Tulbagh (36.6 km from Swartland) For authentic Boland hospitality and the best of traditional Cape Cuisine, Paddagang Restaurant in Tulbagh is a must try.
The restaurant is located in the town’s historic Church Street. The Cape Dutch building and manicured garden charms one into feeling that one is revisiting a time gone by. In keeping with the Cape Dutch setting, the restaurant is laid out with yellow wood furniture. In winter the two fireplaces create a warm ambience while dining in the court yard is a must in summer.
The menu represents traditional Cape Boland fare with all the long lost favourites such as Bobotie, Smoorsnoek and Waterblommetjie bredie. Paddagang supports a host of local wines but also two gems from it’s own “padda” label: Paddarotti and Brulpadda.
Paddagang can be hired as a function venue.
Darling South African restaurant
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Darling (51.2 km from Swartland) Hearty South African cuisine with a traditional twist awaits diners in the cosy comforts of a barn, perfectly located for festive lunches and gracious dinners.
Immerse the palate in roasts, seasonal Waterblommetjie stew, boboti and rice, home-made chicken pie, curried Tripe (on request) amongst others, served with a variety of vegetables and fresh farm salads followed by sweet delights.
Located on the outskirts of Darling, Lelieblom Farm offers old time favourites around large family tables, perfect for celebrations or gatherings.
Take a lazy stroll breathing in the fresh country air after a languid lunch viewing the untouched and tranquil surrounds of Swartland Farm, Darling.