Monday, 20 January 2014

Prof Tim Noakes - The Real Meal-Revolution



The Real Meal-Revolution

A scientist, a nutritionist, and two chef-athletes - the crack squad behind The Real Meal-Revolution have walked or in some cases run the hard yards.

Authors: Tim Noakes; David Grier; Sally-Ann Creed; Jonno Proudfoot

Foreword by Gary Player: “Make no mistake, this is a food revolution and you have no better guide on this journey than Tim Noakes.”

Published by Quivertree Publications with Exquisite Photography by Craig Fraser


Where:              Buitenverwachting Restaurant

When:              Thursday 30 January

Time:               12h00 for 12h30 (starts promptly)

Speakers:        The Authors in conversation



The Real Meal Revolution is not a book to be read when you’re hungry. Regardless of your preferred style of eating, the recipes in this book are enough to send you scampering to the kitchen, inspired to prepare one of the 130 tasty recipes.

Yet, while the recipes are all equally delectable and delightfully easy to prepare, with only a few ingredients, the book is much more than just recipes. It contains research which backs the high-fat, low carbohydrate style of eating, graphs documenting its success in studies, testimonials from professional sportsmen such as Gary Player, and case studies of ordinary people who have had phenomenal success with the diet.



The tagline on the book “Changing the world, one meal at a time” speaks volumes.

Prof Tim Noakes is back in the news, with the recent launch of this co-authored book, essentially a cookbook, that outlines both the controversial high-fat-protein and no-carb dietary regime he now advocates and recipes to live it. It's called The Real Meal Revolution, and is described by its publishers as "Part myth-busting scientific thriller, part mouth-watering cookbook".

The book contains much of the science behind Noakes' about-turn on conventional beliefs about weight loss, heart health, obesity and cholesterol as well as many other health-related issues.

Noakes contributes the science and rationale behind this diet, while all the recipes in the book have been created by Jonno Proudfoot, an accomplished chef and athlete, and who initiated the whole concept.

Another writer is David Grier, the amazing ultra-athlete who has run for charity around the world. He has a passion for helping children born with cleft palates, and he believes that The Real Meal Revolution will help these children have the operations they need. He is also an author of many of his own books and is an accomplished chef, too.

The fourth writer is Sally-Ann Creed, a nutritional therapist who has qualifications as a 'clinical nutritionist' and who has a high public profile for her takes on what makes for healthy nutrition.

"All of the recipes are beautifully photographed and delicious!

Chef Patron Edgar Osojnik will be preparing a delicious luncheon from Recipes in the book which will be accompanied by Buitenverwachting’s elegant wines.  Menu will be available shortly.

The fully inclusive price for the luncheon is R250 per person.

Booking is expected to be brisk so please get in touch for more information or to book as soon as possible.  Sandy 021 685 8016 or email sandybailey@telkomsa.net



All information contained is obtained from various sources on the internet.
(The book was sold out within weeks) The 3rd re-print will be arriving shortly before the luncheon and should be available.






Wednesday, 13 November 2013

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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Tuesday, 15 October 2013

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.



 

Saturday, 14 September 2013

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.






Monday, 22 July 2013

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, 6 June 2013

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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Thursday, 9 May 2013

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!!!