We all know what it’s like, the mid-year slump, as your employees energy levels dip and productivity wanes, but here’s one way to pep up the team and make sure that they regain focus for the final stretch of the year. Book your team into Granny Mouse Country House & Spa.

Nestled in the heart of the KZN Midlands, one-and-a-half hours from Durban and four hours from JHB, this historic property is perfectly placed for nationally based companies looking to bring their teams together for something a little different. Having operated for over 30 years, Granny Mouse has been home to many conferences over the years, and offers everything you could need to rejuvenate your team.

With an array of team building options available both on and off site, including wine tasting, brandy and chocolate tasting, and green team building options, it need not be all business all of the time, but some time to allow your team to revive their sprits through exposure to the relaxed pace of Granny Mouse, and some clean country air. A trip to the on-site Spa may also be the very ticket to generating great new ideas and injecting some vigour back into the team.

When it’s time for the more serious stuff, Granny Mouse has a host of venue options available dependent on the size of your team and your specific requirements. Their tailor-made packages and dedication of their on-site team, coupled with stunning cuisine will provide a relaxed atmosphere to allow your teams creativity to flow.

For more information about how the Granny Mouse team can assist you in making the last six months really count, email banqueting@grannymouse.co.za or call (033) 234 4071.

We know that every year, you spoil mom with a host of gifts, sweet treats and love, so why not try something different this year. Make mom this mouth-watering soy, chilli and orange Pork burger with Coleslaw.  “This not-so-average-burger is guaranteed to be a hit,” says Wayland Green, Culinary Artist at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa.

You will need:

Ingredients

100g    Pork Loin (cut into strips and remove some of the fat)

30ml    Dark Soy Sauce

Orange Juice and Zest

Chilli

Salt & Pepper to taste

Method

In a bowl combine all the above ingredients, and let it sit overnight to marinade and combine all the flavours.

When you are ready to eat this delicious burger, drain some of the liquid away to avoid it burning when you cook the pork. Don’t throw this liquid away though as you will need it later!

Make sure your oven is at 180*C while you prepare everything else.

Put a large pan on high heat and heat it up until it starts to smoke. Pour a little oil in the pan and place the pork in the hot pan.

Spread the pork out evenly to ensure even cooking.

Brown the pork on all sides and add the liquid back into the pan with a teaspoon of butter.

Melt the butter and bring the sauce to a boil.

Transfer the pork into an oven proof dish and place in the oven to finish the cooking.

When it is ready set aside for assembling.

For the coleslaw, you will need:

Ingredients

White Cabbage

Carrot

Gherkins

Red Onion

Mayonnaise

Method

Chop the vegetables as small as you can, and mix well with the mayonnaise.

Adjust the seasoning to suit your taste, and make as much as you prefer, as you can keep the leftovers for dinner the night after!

Now it is time to assemble this gourmet dish for mom!

Get yourself a nice fresh sesame bun and cut through.

Spread some butter on both sides and toast in a hot pan.

Place the pork first and then top with the coleslaw, and voila! A gourmet meal awaits….

Make Mom’s day this Mother’s Day with this best-of-both burger offering salty and sour, as well as hot and cold, with a little crunch courtesy of the coleslaw.