Fascinating Book Launch - Buitenverwachting Restaurant

Uncrowned Monarch of the Namib

Kronenlose Herrscherin der Namib

A monograph on a unique African plant with a wonderful array of photographic illustrations, paintings and scientific information for the book connoisseur and collector, 

the traveller, the botanist, the gardener or student alike.

Africana

Where:                  Buitenverwachting Restaurant

When:                  Thursday 21 November

Time:                     12h00 for 12h30 (starts promptly)

Speaker:              Authors - Ernst van Jaarsveld and Uschi Pond in conversation

The book is set to become a collector’s item – a limited edition of 1000 copies

Bilingual: English and German

The Uncrowned Monarch of the Namib, Welwitschia mirabilis – is an extraordinary plant, truly one of a kind and found only in the Namib Desert.  It was discovered by Henry Pearson in 1859. No other single plant has aroused the curiosity and attention of so many scientists.

Meet the authors, the much esteemed Kirstenbosch horticulturalist and botanist Dr Ernst van Jaarsveld and Uschi Pond who have put together a truly spectacular celebration of this iconic plant.

A remnant of the past, representing a group of plants which flourished on earth some 125 million years ago. Welwitschia is thus a true living fossil!  Welwitschia is estimated to grow to about 500 -1500 years old.  It is striking in its morphology and physiology, placing it in a family of its own, the Welwitschiaceae.

So as you can see fascinating! It is an exquisite book with its beautiful illustrations and photographs.

Enjoy a gourmet lunch accompanied by Buitenverwachting wines:

Menu

Amuse Bouche

Tomato Espuma & micro Rucola with Pine Kernel Short Bread

Main Course

Puff Pastry baked Salmon Trout with Sauce Hollandaise

& white Asparagus

Dessert

Lemon Verbena Ice Cream

with Panko-Coconut deep fried Banana, Valrhona-Grand Manier Truffle,

Passion Fruit & Ginger

Friandise & Filter Coffee

Vegetarian Option

Amuse Bouche

Tomato Espuma & micro Rucola with Pine Kernel Short Bread

Main Course

Spring Vegetable Minestrone with Ruote & Truffle Oil

Dessert

Lemon Verbena Ice Cream

with Panko-Coconut deep fried Banana, Valrhona-Grand Manier Truffle,

Passion Fruit & Ginger

Friandise & Filter Coffee

Served with Edgar’s delicious breads and spreads

Price per person fully inclusive is R250

Please call Sandy on 021 685 8016 or email sandybailey@telkomsa.net for more information or to book.

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Launching Jerm Warfare at Buitenverwachting Restaurant

 Launching this fabulous collection of the sharpest, most vicious, most outrageous, wittiest cartoons by Jerm, including those that got him fired for being‘too political’.  Meet this popular cartoonist.

Where                  Buitenverwachting Restaurant

When                    Wednesday 23 October 2013

Time                      12 for 12:30

Speaker                 Jeremy Nell (Jerm)

Jerm (Jeremy Nell) began his career as a cartoonist after leaving his corporate job in 2005; he won his first two major awards at the 2011 Vodacom Journalist Of The Year event.  The Mail & Guardian cited him among their ‘Top 200 Young South African’ during 2012, and he was named one of the ‘Top 40 Under 40’ media personalities by The Media magazine 2013. 

His work has appeared in all the top newspapers and magazines as well as internationally.  This is the first ‘Collection’ of his works and there are lots of jokes not just heavy political stuff.

Please note that the lunch is on the Wednesday instead of the usual Thursday for various reasons.  The November luncheon will be on Thursday 21 November.

Superb cuisine from Edgar Osojnik:

Amuse Bouche

Mini Edgars Caesar Salad

Starter

Creamy green Asparagus Soup with Seafood Samoosa

Main Course

Pan fried Rib Eye with Cafe de Paris Butter,

Red Wine Shallot Sauce, roasted Potatoes & white Asparagus

Friandise & Filter Coffee

Vegetarian Option

                                                                   Amuse Bouche

Mini Edgars Caesar Salad

Starter

Creamy green Asparagus Soup with Mushroom Samoosa

Main Course

Spring Vegetable Puff Pastry Croustade with baby Parsley Potatoes

Saffron Sauce

Friandise & Filter Coffee

The price is R250 per person fully inclusive.  Please either email  sandybailey@telkomsa.net or telephone on 021 685 8016 for more information or to book.

 

Launching - Springbok Factory at Buitenverwachting

All eyes are on the Springboks who are doing well under their new coach.

Meet the author of the newly launched:

Springbok Factory

What it takes to be a Bok

L. McGregor

The luncheon is a fund raiser for the Chris Burger/Petro Jackson Fund

Top Prize amongst others:

2 x SARU VIP Experience tickets for the Springbok vs Australia at DHL Newlands, Cape Town on Saturday 28 September 2013 with access to SARU VIP transport to and from the stadium.

When                    Thursday 19 September

Time                     12 for 12:30

Where                  Buitenverwachting Restaurant

Speaker                Liz McGregor in conversation with Alan Alperstein (Heart FM)

‘A must read for any true rugby supporter’ – Nick Mallett

Liz McGregor is a veteran author and journalist who started off her career on leading South African newspapers. She spent two years behind the scenes interviewing the players, coaches, wives and girlfriends, mothers and teachers. She also spoke to the Bok doctor and physio, the sponsors, brand managers and the logistics guy. And then there’s the boss, the South African Rugby Union. What she discovered is as fascinating as it is complex.

Who can forget the excitement of the 1995 World Cup? The Soccer World Cup in 2010? The send-off of the Springboks to the 2011 World Cup?

What makes a champion sports star? Liz McGregor has found the answers which she gives in her book; they probably apply to winning in most spheres and are of interest to all parents and grandparents.

Edgar’s menu follows; a vegetarian option is available, as always it is superb, as are the Buitenverwachting wines which will accompany the lunch.

Amuse Bouche

Duck Liver Parfait-Apple Cannelloni

set on roasted Sunflower Bread & Sauce Cumberland

Main Course

Filled, pan fried Rump Beef Roulade, its own Sauce

Crème Fraiche Potato & an assortment of Vegetables

(filled with Bacon, Carrots, Celeriac & Gherkins)

Dessert

Mousse aux Chocolat,

crispy Sponge & Almond Crocante, garnished with Fruits

Friandise & Filter Coffee

 

The price per person is R250 fully inclusive.

There will be a fund raiser for the Chris Burger Petro Jackson Players’ fund which helps players who have been seriously injured.  Its core values are empathy, commitment, transparency and sustainability.   Its proud history shows that the love of the game and commitment to its players doesn’t end when the whistle blows after 80 minutes.

Please either telephone 021 685 8016 or email sandybailey@telkomsa.net for further information or to book.

Meet Peter James at Constantia Uitsig - Tuesday 30 July

                                                                         

Date                Tuesday 30 July

Time                12 for 12.30

Venue              River Café, Constantia Uitsig

Speaker           Peter James

An unexpected lunch!  A new venue! Different day!

Pan Macmillan is thrilled to announce that Peter James, international best-selling author, will be coming to South Africa in July/August 2013 on an author tour to participate in Jenny Crwys-Williams’ Bloody Book Week and to launch his latest novel from the Roy Grace Series, Dead Man’s Time which is already in the official UK Top 50. 

Peter is a brilliant and peerless speaker. He has also produced numerous films including The Merchant of Venice starring Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons and Joseph Fiennes.

One of the UK’s most treasured crime and thriller novelists, his Roy Grace series have sold over 5 million in the UK alone and over 13 million worldwide. As popular internationally as he is in the UK, he won the US Barry Award for best British Crime Novel for Dead Man’s Grip in 2012.

The menu with wines paired:

Welcome Drink

Constantia Uitsig Sauvignon Blanc 2012

(5* John Platter)

BUTTERNUT & GORGONZOLA SALAD

Roasted butternut, gorgonzola and slices of poached pear with seasonal lettuce

and toasted mixed seeds with a balsamic & honey dressing

Constantia Uitsig Chardonnay Unwooded 2012

FISH OF THE DAY

Chef’s speciality of the day served with a lemon risotto

Constantia Uitsig White 2012

or

VEGETARIAN PASTA OF THE DAY

Constantia Uitsig Red 2009    

Filter Coffee or Ceylon Tea

Biscotti

The price per person is R225

For further information or to book please either call Sandy on 021 685 8016 or email sandybailey@telkomsa.net

Thursday Luncheon at Buitenverwachting June

Up to the minute, informative and enjoyable.
Relax with a delicious luncheon at a top restaurant.
A great speaker is the ‘cherry on top’.

TONY LEON;  South African Ambassador to Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay; Previously Leader of the Opposition, Parliament of South Africa and Democratic Alliance;  Biography - On the Contrary: Leading the Opposition in a Democratic South Africa (2008), Attorney of the High Court, South Africa and Formerly lecturer in Law, University of Witwatersrand.

The Accidental Ambassador

From Parliament to Patagonia-a midlife adventure

                                                                                                                                                                   

Where:             Buitenverwachting Restaurant

When:              Thursday 13 June 2013

Time:               12 for 12.30 (Starting promptly)

Speaker:          Tony Leon

It is with great pleasure that we look forward to hosting Tony Leon.  His recently launched and delightful book will be on sale; he will autograph copies.  

An enjoyable and amusing afternoon is promised as Tony shares his experiences of diplomatic life.

From the ‘Job Interview’ with Jacob Zuma in Tuynhuis in 2008, to the immersion in governmental bureaucracy and a three-week crash course on ‘How to be an Ambassador’. 

Tony Leon takes us on a journey of cultural immersion, comical anecdotes and political reflection and gives a great insight into life from the outside.

Edgar Osojnik, Chef Patron at Buitenverwachting recently received an award of excellence from Trip Advisor; he will be titillating our taste buds with a gourmet menu which will be accompanied by Buitenverwachting’s superb wines.

Amuse Bouche

Prawn Mousse,

Oriental Salad & Citrus Dressing

Main Course

Meifort braised Oxtail

with roasted Roots & Potato Croquette

Dessert

Malva Pudding

with Custard & roasted Quince

Filter Coffee & Friandise

The cost per person fully inclusive is R250 per person. To book or for more information -  sandybailey@telkomsa.net  or telephone Sandy on 021 685 8016.

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Paul Hoffman SC Guest Speaker at Buitenverwachting

Up to the minute, informative and enjoyable.
Relax with a delicious luncheon at a top restaurant.
A great speaker is the ‘cherry on top’.

The Thursday Club meets once per month, most months. It is not a Club it is a networking of people who enjoy good food; good wine and intelligent conversation. It is open to anyone who is interested in joining us.

The Constitution of South Africa is being constantly challenged! Who better than Advocate Paul Hoffman SC to clarify the situation.  It is an honour and a privilege to host him at our May luncheon.

Thursday 16th May 2013

Buitenverwachting Restaurant

12:00 for 12:30

His topic is How to choose judges for appointment to the Higher Courts.

“The quest for a non-racial and non-sexist order in South Africa calls for a transformation of mind-set, not a counting of chromosomes and measuring melanin cells. Perpetuating racism and sexism in the JSC's processes is not what the law intends.”  Paul Hoffman SC in April 2013.

Advocate Paul Hoffman was invited by three successive Judges President of the Cape High Court to grace their Bench as an Acting Judge.  In 2006, after twenty six years of membership, he left the Cape Bar in order to take up an appointment as Director of the Centre of Constitutional Rights.

Its mission to uphold the Constitution dovetails with his personal commitment to the rule of law and the promotion of constitutional democracy.  As director he wrote widely on threats to the Constitution and appeared in the Constitutional Court as amicus curiae.

Since January 2009 he has been pursuing his passion for exacting accountability by setting up IFAISA Institute for Accountability in Southern Africa.

Edgar Osojnik of Buitenverwachting has created a delicious menu for the May Luncheon:

Amuse Bouche Norwegian Salmon Terrine with Sauce Verde

Main
Roasted Lamb Shank, its own Juice
with creamy Rosemary Polenta, green Beans, Garlic Confit & Shallots

Dessert
Chocolate Almond Brownie
with poached Pear & Crème Anglais

Friandise and Coffee

Accompanied by superb Buitenverwachting wines.

The price per person is R250 fully inclusive.

Promises to be fascinating and fun!!!

TASTE CONSTANTIA AT THE FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

Friday 19 and Saturday 20 April 11h00 - 21h00

Sunday 21 April 11h00 - 17h00     

Tickets are R150 which includes 10 Tasting tickets for the various wine farms

(delicious food is available at the various stands)

Experience the magic of the Constantia Valley - taste the exquisite wines of the Valley - the delicious food from the talented Constantia Chefs - fabulous entertainment!

Safe play area for the children... including climbing walls,

Constantia is arguably one of the world's premier food and wine destinations.

Talented Executive Chef and Partner of Buitenverwachting Restaurant, Edgar Osojnik believes his menu is first and foremost about skill, and maintains: “It has to work, or it’s not going on the menu.” He gets his inspiration from Mother Nature, basic ingredients, and old recipe books: “I don’t follow trends, but I include them”, he says. He uses free range and organic wherever he possibly can.

Chef Edgar

Edgar is presenting the following menu at the Constantia Food and Wine Festival

Edgar’s Caesar Salad with Twist

Pan fried Norwegian Salmon, Gem Lettuce, poached Quail Eggs,

white Anchovies, Parmesan, Pancetta & Croutons

Buitenverwachting 150g Beef Burger

Spring Onion Crème Fraiche, Lettuce, Bacon, Tomato,

Potato Crisps, Balsamico Onions & red Pepper Salsa

Chocolate-Almond Brownie, whipped Cream & Berry Compote

See how to make this delicious Burger here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZkLSQGEnRY 

Fascinating luncheon; Fascinating talk!

Date                     Thursday 18^th April 2013

Time                     12 noon for 12h30

Where                  Buitenverwachting Restaurant

Speaker               Paul John Myburgh

From the moment I read about Paul John Myburgh I knew that we would all love to share his experience! 

Fortunately, Penguin has just released his fascinating book The Bushman Winter Has Come which gives us the opportunity of hearing Paul’s absorbing story…

Guest speaker, Paul John Myburgh, anthropologist and multiple award-winning documentary filmmaker, has had a life-long commitment to Africa that transcends the boundaries of politics and ideology. Apart from many years shared with the First People, he has spent the last sixteen years working on the story of the excavation of the Little Foot fossilised skeleton in the Cradle of Humankind.

He spent seven years with the ‘People of the Great Sand Face’, a group of Gwikwe Bushmen in the Kalahari Desert. But all does not end there.  In The Bushman Winter Has Come, the author imagines a continuing journey towards a place where we may, once again, know who we are in the context of our life on this earth … towards a time when we may answer the Gwikwe’s morning greeting, Tsamkwa/tge? (Are your eyes nicely open?) with a confident yes.

Edgar Osojnik Chef/Patron of Buitenverwachting Restaurant has created a superb menu for this luncheon.

Amuse Bouche

Sweet Corn Roti with Felicity marinated Cucumber

& Prawn – Dhal Espuma

(Felicity Cucumber is named after my mother in law which she always served with curries!)

Starter

Spring Bok Won Tons

set on a selection of healthy Salads

Main

Grilled Chalmar Sirloin with Sauce Béarnaise, red Wine Shallot Jus

Trio of Baked Potato & assortment of fresh Vegetables

Buitenverwachting Wine

Coffee and Friandise

Guests that prefer can order a fish course. There is a delicious Vegetarian Menu available for those that choose.  Dietary preferences need to be notified when making your booking.

Contact Sandy on 021 685 8016 or email sandybailey@telkomsa.net for further information or to book.

The price per person is R250 fully inclusive.

Explore Coffee Culture at Buitenverwachting

You are invited to an exciting morning!

Coffee tasting with a difference! Read on… 

Thursday 4^th April at 10h30 at Buitenverwachting Restaurant

Lars Maack owner of Buitenverwachting is a Coffee Connoisseur so much so that on meeting Warren Machanik a man who is passionate about coffee they put their heads together and joined forces…  The result was that Lars built a roastery to house Quaffee Warren’s excellent Coffee operation that is on a continuing quest to source and enjoy fine QUAlity coFFEE, traceable back to the growers all over the world... then sharing it with other coffee lovers.

This all led to the dawn of the popular Coffee BloC – specialities are - coffee and cakes… new on the menu, divine breakfasts and light lunches.

Kerstin Mercer is a Story Teller par excellence (with a Masters in Drama) and is extremely interesting!  She has made it her business to learn all about coffee: its tastes, its stories and more…  

She will be with us at Buitenverwachting Restaurant to make our journey into the Coffee Culture more exciting and erudite.  You will thoroughly enjoy her stories which span the coffee production to consumption spectrum as diversely as her career and travels.

You will taste four coffees paired to bites all of them superb!

You will be regaled with fascinating information about each!

The price per person is R90 payable at the restaurant on the day.

Please phone Sandy on 021 685 8016 to book or for more information or contact on email sandybailey@telkomsa.net

BARLEYCORN MUSIC FESTIVAL

Barleycorn Music Festival 

Saturday 23 March 14h00 – 22h00 

  

An afternoon & evening of some of the best original music Cape Town has to offer!     Bring your picnic baskets and blankets or buy food at the event, BYO drinks this year (liquor license not yet approved by the time of going to press).    A collection of some of Cape Town’s finest musicians is set to entertain. Tickets obtainable at the gate will cost between R40 and R60. More info at www.barleycorn.org.za

            

Lunch with NoMU at Buitenverwachting

 Look forward to a fabulous afternoon! With Paul and Tracy of NoMU

When:                  Thursday 14 February March

Where:                 Buitenverwachting Restaurant

Time:                    12 noon for 12h30 

The opportunity to meet and hear an exciting, entrepreneurial husband and wife team.

Paul Raphaely and his wife, Tracy Foulkes, are the team behind NoMU, a local range of food and lifestyle products. 

The story behind the growth of their company and their relationship is fascinating.  While the NoMU range of products is exported to 38 countries, Tracy’s primary focus is new product development. She runs NoMU in partnership with her husband and head of marketing, Paul Raphaely. Tracy and Paul live in Cape Town, with their two children, two dogs, a bond and a frustratingly long list of things they never seem to get to.

Tracy has partnered with Penguin Books SA to produce another innovative first for South Africa – the NoMU Recipe Box.  A few special recipes are included and one can add to them...

 Buitenverwachting Restaurant exudes style; it is light and airy and decorated in inviting shades of cream with earthy highlights. Rated as one of the top restaurants in Cape Town, a meal there is always memorable.

Talented Chef Edgar Osojnik has created a mouth watering menu for the luncheon which will be accompanied by elegant Buitenverwachting wine.  The fully inclusive price is R250 per person.

Menu – Thursday 14 March 2013

Amuse Bouche

Melon Soup

with Mint Foam & smoked Kudu

Main Course

Whole, roasted Leg for Lamb its own Sauce

with Pommes Fondant & Greens

Dessert

Sweet Marsala gratinated Summer Fruits

with Raspberry Sorbet

Coffee and Friandise

Vegetarian Option Available

For more information or to book sandybailey@telkomsa.net or @sandysview