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A Middle Eastern Feast with Jonathan Franzsen
Culinary Weekend – at De Hoop in the Western Cape: Middle East Cuisine 23-25 May


One way to beat the winter blues is to get cooking- so come and join us at De Hoop for a weekend of exotic, gastronomic and flavourful fun...
Whether you adore multifunctional dips like hummus or tzatsiki, or prefer calling your shish kebabs sosaties , you will be inspired and delighted with the variety of fresh, aromatic and wholesome dishes that chef Jonathan Franzen will create for you- cuisine that comes from the Middle East:  Afghanistan,  Iraq, Lebanon, Turkey, Syria and the Emirati. 
Expect a menu filled with:
FRIDAY 23rd May

Starters:              Bӧrek Peynirli + Bӧrek Kiymela (Pastries with spinach and cheese, and pastries with lamb).
                                Gibneh Beyda (White Cheese Dip)

Mains:                  Samak Mahshi bi Roz  + Salata Baladi  (Sweet & Sour Baked Fish with Rice Stuffing  + Mixed salad).
                                 Kibbeh (Stuffed Cracked Wheat Shells)

Dessert:               Sweet Meats Selection (Various truffles of dried fruits)

SATURDAY 24th May

Lunch
                 Raqaq  (Flat Bread)
                Boulanee + Patlican Salatasi  ( A lamb filled pastry with brinjal salad ).
                Pilaf in Pastry  ( Pastry stuffed with rice and beef)
We will also make the evening’s dessert / and start the meat for supper.

Dinner
Starters:              Hummus  bi Tahina +  Falafel  ( Chickpea & sesame dip + ground spiced Chickpea balls).

Mains:                   Shawarma + Tabbouleh  ( Grilled lamb and Mint, Parsley and Burghul                   Salad).

                                Hünkâr Beğendi  +  Roz bil Zafran  ( Lamb meatballs with creamed brinjal                  and Saffron Rice ).

Dessert:               Baklawa  (Nut filled Pastry)


Sunday 25th May

Breakfast:   Usual served, plus surprise Middle-Eastern morning nosh !

He will be serving rich, fragrant Iraqi Coffee as well as delicious Dried Lime Tea and refreshing Mint Teas throughout.
Cost: R3 250 per person sharing including accommodation, ingredients, recipes.
About the De Hoop Collection
The De Hoop Collection opened in the De Hoop Nature Reserve in 2008 under the creative and entrepreneurial hands of Carl Trieloff and William Stephens, who worked closely with Cape Nature to offer guests a unique experience of unparalleled peace and tranquillity in a spectacular and unspoiled setting, which is scrupulously conserved by Cape Nature.

Accommodation: The De Hoop Collection offers a wide range of accommodation, from affordable options for families on a budget, couples wanting a romantic getaway which is reasonably priced to the more seasoned guest accustomed to high-end luxury. There are camping and caravanning sites for outdoor fanatics, charming self-catering rondawels, slightly more luxurious self-catering cottages in addition to the romantic suites with fine dining. Nature’s diversity is reflected in the accommodation on offer!

Activities: Avid bird watchers will be overwhelmed by the birdlife here, and with an annual Bird Fair in Stanford sponsored by De Hoop, the reserve should be a destination to diarise! All ages are catered for: Nature lovers will be enthralled by the fascinating guided rock pool and eco-quad bike rides to discover the fynbos, as well as the knowledgeably guided beach-based whale watching. The more adventurous and energetic guests can set out on the picturesque hiking and mountain biking trails. With a swimming pool, tennis court, boules courtyard, mountain bikes and a specially-tailored kids’ programme during holidays, complete with baby-sitting services, what more could you wish for in such beautiful surroundings?

Bookings: Reservations can be made at 021-422 4522 or res@dehoopcollection.co.za.
Website: www.dehoopcollection.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/dehoopcollection

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