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The perfect pair: Food & Travel

If you are looking for something exciting to do for the upcoming festive season, then consider arranging travel that involves food, especially since food embodies the culture of the place you are travelling to.

Because food is different in every corner of the globe, and even in different areas of your own province, travelling an hour from home could land you in an area brimming with a variety of different cuisine cultures.

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Only an hour and a half from Durban lies the KwaZulu Natal Midlands – a true gem in its own right.

Start your journey with a stop at the Mandela Capture Site, visit the quirky shops and restaurant at Piggly Wiggly, try the wines at the Meander Fine Wines, or purchase some beautifully crafted pieces at Hillfold Pottery. If you enjoy cheese, then a trip to Swissland Cheese is a must, before making you stop at the gorgeous Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, which offers award-winning gourmet cuisine worth every bite, as well as an array of culinary experiences sure to be the perfect addition to your journey. You are also able to maximise on the experience by indulging in a treatment at the onsite spa, or stay over in one of their luxurious rooms or suites.

Also on offer, if you want to try something new, is macaroon and wine tasting, brandy and chocolate tasting, and more, that is sure to add some excitement to your journey.

So whether you choose to “eat well and travel often”, “taste your way around the world”, or if travelling is food for your soul, make sure to make the most of your new experiences and visit places you would least expect to.

Tip: whilst on your travels, why not shop for food items you can bring home with you, and allow the experience to last a little longer.

Spend Christmas in luxury at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa

This year, forget sweating over a host stove in the heat of summer, preparing a magical meal for your family, and opt for Granny Mouse Country House instead! With a number of scrumptious options available, complete with the most welcoming and decadent surroundings, you can sit back and relax, and really enjoy what the Festive Season is all about, spending time with your loved ones.

Granny Mouse has prepared something for everyone this year, with an array of options, guaranteed to suit even the fussiest of palettes. Languish in the newly renovated Caversham Room, and be in awe as you are served a 5 course meal, with each course served with the best accompanying wine, for only R795 per person.

Indulge on Roast Butternut, Vodka Strawberries, Micro Greens, Herbed Crème Fraiche and Garlic Melba, paired with  Warwick The First Lady Unoaked Chardonnay as your first course and then dive into the second course of Smoked Hake & Prawn Ravioli, Slow Roast Thyme Tomatoes, Caper Parmesan Cream and Micros, paired with Villiera Jasmine. Follow this with

Confit Pork Belly, Cabbage & Apple Chutney, Herbed Potato Puree, Sweet Chilli & Cranberry Jus paired with Cederberg Bukettraube and a palate cleanser or Flavoured Meringues.

If you have room for more, the 4th and 5th course consist of Lamb Loin, Herbed Baby Potatoes, Mint Pesto, Sautéed Peppadew, Olive & Mixed Peppers, Lamb Crackling with Louisvale Dominique, and Frozen Trifle, Minted Mixed Berry Compote, Dark & White Chocolate Mousse, Vanilla Sponge completed with Rustenberg Straw Wine respectively.

For those seeking something a little smaller, and with options for the kids, book at the Bistro for only R390 per person for a 3-course meal, and choose a starter option including, a Chicken Salad, Crumbed Prawns, a Vegetable soup, and all the trimmings. Options for your main include, Chimichurri Beef Fillet, Fish & Chips, Curry of the week or a Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Penne Pasta

Deserts include some decadent (and definitely not waistline approved) treats such as, Frozen Mocha Oreo Bars, Lemon Cheese Cake Mousse, a Homemade Ice Cream Trio and a Homemade Sorbet Trio.

If you’re dining with the kids, and they’re under 12, you’ll only pay R175 per person and they’ll get a specicially prepared chef’s milkshake, Chicken Burger with chips or Tomato Pasta with cheese and a chocolate brownie with vanilla ice-cream to top it off!

Click here to view Christmas menu 2018

With a menu like this, why would you want to cook at all this Christmas? Make your booking today, as space is limited. Email banqueting@grannymouse.co.za or call (033) 234 4071 and enjoy having this Christmas off!