Great Brak River Chef Wins CXPRESS Culinary Award

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Stefan Jamneck (left) of the Transkaroo Restaurant in Great Brak River is the CXPRESS Garden Route Gastro Nomix Chef of the Year for 2011. A special award was made to Mike Clarke from Clarke of the Karoo in Barrydale.. The Ordre Mondial Wine Server of the Year (this new category was announced at the 2010 awards): went to Joseph Pietersen of Serendipity and the Eden School of Culinary Art Young Chef of the Year went to Matteo Battaini of La Locanda. The function was held  on Monday at the brand new stylish Salina’s Beach Restaurant in Wilderness.(Photo: Denise Lloyd)

Stefan Jamneck from Great Brak River is the Gastro Nomix Chef of the Year for 2011.

Stefan Jamneck of the Transkaroo Restaurant in Great Brak River is the Gastro Nomix Chef of the Year for 2011. He was given this prestigious award at the annual CXPRESS Garden Route Culinary Awards evening which took place on Monday at the brand new stylish Salina’s Beach Restaurant in Wilderness.

The runner up was Alma Oosthuizen  of Chef Alma @ Groenvlei. The Gannet Restaurant in Mossel Bay is also one of the Top 20 restaurants in the vicinity.The cream of Garden Route restaurateurs, chefs and servers were there to share in the fun while the Top 20 restaurants in the area were announced. This year the function was graciously sponsored by Nell-Marie le Roux from NLR Wines.

Chef Francois Ferreira headed the Panel of Judges

Celebrity Chef Francois Ferreira,  Bailli Délegué of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs South Africa and foodie par excellence Anne Hadley spear headed the panel of judges. Anne’s late husband and long-time CXPRESS food critic, Ian Hadley, was the initial driving force behind the Gastro Nomix Top 10 Garden Route restaurant awards more than a decade ago. Recently the official nod was received from the South African Chefs Association, who declared the awards a nationally recognised event.

The other floating trophies went to the following persons

• Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Server of the Year: Shane Schoeman  of Pomodoro
• Ordre Mondial Wine Server of the Year (this new category was announced at the 2010 awards): Joseph Pietersen – Serendipity
• Eden School of Culinary Art Young Chef of the Year: Matteo Battaini – La Locanda

 Special Achievement Award went to Mike Clarke from Barrydale

This year the panel   made an exception to the geographical criteria, i.e. just off the Garden Route track, in selecting Mike Clarke from Clarke of the Karoo in Barrydale.  Mike was at the Beacon Isle Hotel for many years and then popularised Crabs Creek in Knysna. Over the years, Mike has worked hard to keep a consistent high standard of cuisine and service, and Clarke of the Karoo has become a destination restaurant on the R62.

 The Top 20 Culinary Destinations on the Garden Route in 2011 are

• The Rose on York (George)
• Transkaroo (Great Brak River )
• Lemongrass (Plettenberg Bay)
• Chef Alma @ Groenvlei –(Sedgefield)
• Cruise Café ( Knysna)
•  Kafe Serefe (George )
•  House of Flavour (George)
• Caloroso Café –(George)
•  The Gannet ( Mossel Bay),
•  Joplin’s ( Wilderness )
•  La Capannina (George)
• Pomodoro (Wilderness),
• Thyme & Again ( Plettenberg Bay )
•  Bramon (Plettenburg Bay),
• Kurland Hotel (Plettenburg Bay)
•  La Rosa Blu (Hops Valley)
•  Roadside Deli (Hops Valley),
• Waterside Grill @ Hyatt Hotel,-(Oubaai)
•  Cornuti al Mare –(Plettenburg Bay) a
•  Zucchini at Timberlake (Wilderness)

Lalakoi Publishing Salutes the  CXPRESS Culinary Legends

During the past decade of CXPRESS Culinary Awards, some of the restaurants have consistently performed so well that they have always claimed a place on the Top 10 and Top 20 lists. This year the judging panel suggested a new category called CXPRESS Culinary Legends, which are restaurants that have made the grade for three years and longer and especially those on the ‘Best’ list for three or more years.

The Garden Route Culinary Legends for 2011 are:

• Serendipity –(Contemporary South African Dining
• La Locanda (Casual Italian Dining)
•  Pembreys –(Elegant Dining)
• Sand at The Plettenberg ( Fine Dining)
•  The Girls ( Casual Dining)
•  Ile de Pain –(Bistro Style Eatery)
•  The Bell Tavern at Belvedere (Pub Style Eatery)
•  Travel Bugs  (Coffee/Tea Emporium)

Special Merit Award went to Kelvin Appelgren of Caloroso Café

This award will not necessarily be granted annually, but only when there is cause to. This year the award went to Kelvin Appelgren of Caloroso Café who, through dedication to his art, has inspired everyone on the Garden Route coffee scene to up their game.

Bravo Lounge at the Garden Route Casino opens to the Public

On the 16th of November 2011, we were invited to the ribbon cutting ceremony at the new entertainment area to the Garden Route Casino, the all new Bravo Lounge. The Bravo Lounge is an exciting new attraction to the Garden Route.

Theatre Entertainment at the Bravo Lounge in Mossel Bay

The Bravo Lounge and Theatre offers guests the best of local as well as national entertainment. Guests can sit and relax in the up market and modern seating while enjoying a range of entertainment ranging from Jazz, Cabaret and lots more.

Sarah Theron and the Campbells at the Bravo Lounge in Mossel Bay

The Grand Opening of the Bravo Lounge will be held on the 24th of November 2011. Sarah Theron and the Campbells will be entertaining invited guests the night.

Restaurant and Bar with Live Entertainment in Mossel Bay

The Bravo Lounge boasts with seating for 200 guests, a restaurant and bar area to ensure an ultimate dining and theatre experience. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the night.

Loslippig met Ian Wessels

Friday 09 December 2011 @ 20h00
Tickets cost: R80.00 per person

Heinz Winkler & Charlize Berg

Friday 16 December 2011 @ 20h00
Tickets cost: R80.00 per person

Michael Lindt and Thelma and Jovan

Wednesday 14 December 2011 @ 20h00 FREE
with Wim Erasmus
Friday 30 December 2011 @ 20h00 R30.00 per person
Saturday 31 December 2011 @ 20h00 R80.00 per person

Bravo Lounge in Mossel Bay offers free Wireless Access

Guests are welcome to bring their Laptop to the Bravo Lounge at the Garden Route Casino. There are various power points available.

Hours of the Bravo Lounge in Mossel Bay

The Bravo Lounge is open daily from 11am till late.
For Bookings contact the Garden Route Casino in Mossel Bay at 044 606 7777 or 044 606 7541

Blasters Ready Steady Cook Competition

Everybody’s invited to the ‘Blasters Ready Steady Cook Competition’.  Charlene Munro will see to a cosy atmosphere with her live music. Tickets cost R70 p.p. and include wine tasting and pizza.  Guests will also judge each contestant’s plate.  This event promises to be any food lover’s game! Order from the menu for the kids while they play for free.

Wi Fi Hot-Spot in Mossel Bay

Did you know that Blasters is a Wi Fi Hot-Spot? The Sports Bar area seats up to twenty people and are surrounded by three huge LCD t.v’s. While you’re watching your favourite sports game, why not order a Springbok Platter? It has a selection of meats, chips, onion rings and biltong. Yum! Kids have their own menu designed especially for youngsters.

Mossel Bay Creche

Moms can book their kids into the Creche while shopping or enjoying a snack with a friend, or let the kids play in the Jungle Gym, Put-Put or Skate Range.  Blasters also has a male and female Pool Club that is open to the public.

Fun-Filled Family Restaurant in Mossel Bay

Don’t hesitate to contact Elmarie for all your party needs.  We do team building and private events as well.  So you see, Blasters truly is the most fun-filled family restaurant around!

Blasters Family Restaurant

Child Friendly Restaurant in Mossel Bay

Blasters is a family restaurant situated in Voorbaai, Mossel Bay.  It is wheelchair accessible, and  100% child friendly.  The outlay of the building makes it easy for parents to keep an eye on their youngsters whilst relaxing or socializing.
Much care is taken to keep all age groups entertained through out the year, no matter the weather!

Mossel Bay Creche

Tiny Feet Creche also at Blasters In Mossel Bay takes care of toddlers while their parents work, gym, or shop.  It is packed with toys and activities for boys and girls. Also indoor is a ‘Mega Soft Play Jungle Gym’.
Canons keep all the boys happy for hours while the girls love the huge slides! It is open to kids under 12.  Toddlers have their own separate,enclosed play area.

Blasters Mossel Bay also offers a Blacklight Put Put as well as a Roller- Skate Arena

There is an indoor ‘Blacklight Put-Put’ with underwater scenes and artwork never seen like this before in South Africa!  It is open to all ages.

Blasters recently exchanged its Paintball room for a Roller-skate arena.  This is especially popular with teens.  It hosted numerous birthday parties.  The arena has its own pool table and seating.  There is a variety of skates for hire at a small price.

Watch the Rugby World Cup  at Blasters Sports Bar

Blasters is known for its Sports Bar with three big screen TV’s, ideal for watching the Rugby World Cup games  The couching in the lounge area is so comfortable; it will make you feel right at home.
Two pool tables and three dart boards ensure fun for everyone, whether they’re watching a game or having a drink.  Visitors are welcome to make use of the outside Braai’s. The area is enclosed and has ample seating and umbrellas.

Ask for quotations on parties and other events in store.   Reminder:  “Ready, Steady, Cook!” on Friday, 26th August 2011 at 19H00.  Tickets are available at the restaurant at R70 p.p. and include a mouth watering pizza, wine tasting and judging.

Special Offers and Family Entertainment at Blasters

Blasters Restaurant Special Offers

We would like to remind you that the 1kg ‘Rib n Chip’ special at R65 on Tuesdays and Thursdays are still standing.  A double Brandy and Coke cost an unbeatable R13, and if you become a corporate member you will qualify for discount on food, drinks and activities!  We do not know how long these  Special offers will be standing. Better to visit Blasters as soon as possible or give us a call to confirm what our current specials are. We have different great Special Offers right through the year.

French Fondue at Blasters in Mossel Bay

Another social event is under-way. The “Masked French Fondue”  on the 20th of July is bound to be exciting.  Customers can expect a selection of wine, cheese and freshly baked breads by a few local bakers.

Cheese and Wine Function at Blasters

Get your ticket early to avoid disappoint. Help us find Mossel Bay’s best baker, richest cheese and finest wine.  It’s all about pairing them together!  Tickets cost R65 per adult while their kids play for free.

• Blasters will also be open 7 days a week during the winter  holiday.

Red Cherry Café

red cherry cafe mossel bay

The Red Cherry Café is situated at the Garden Route Casino just outside of Mossel Bay;
adjacent to the world renowned Pinnacle Point Hotel & Golf Resort. Here, within the glitz
and glamour of the Garden Route Casino, you will find the warm and welcoming Red Cherry Café.

Cafe at the Garden Route Casino

The Red Cherry Cafe at the Garden Route Casino provides a delicious a-la-carte menu, including a wide variety of breakfasts, traditional toasted sandwiches, toasted gourmet sandwiches, traditional burgers, gourmet burgers, salads, dunk in wedges, tortilla wraps,steak house classics, seafood specialties, scones, muffins, waffles, cakes, beverages and meals for the little one’s.

The Lighthouse Restaurant

the lighthouse restaurant

Restaurant in Mossel Bay

The Lighthouse Restaurant at The Point Hotel is situated on the spectacular Point in Mossel Bay – just below the St Blaize Lighthouse. The stunning views over the sea and rocks gives one of the most dramatic settings in the Garden Route. The menu caters for all tastes, serving an assortment of Cosmopolitan fare, Provencal inspired Mediterranean-style pasta, chicken, meat and fish dishes.

Seafood Restaurant in Mossel Bay

The a La Carte menu at The Lighthouse Restaurant in Mossel Bay specializes in seafood and offers only the finest ingredients, such as West Coast Crayfish, Prawns, Mussels, Mossel Bay Oysters and Line fish caught off the Mossel Bay coast.

The restaurant is open all day. Buffet Breakfast, Lunches, Dinners, as well as light meal are served throughout the day. The diverse A La Cart Menu is served in the restaurant or from room service from 10h00 am until 23h00 pm. Buffet Breakfast is served from 07h00 to 10h00 – 11h00 on weekends. Set menus and Buffets are available for functions and special occasions.

Admiral’s Buffet Restaurant

Admiral’s Buffet Restaurant

Admiral’s Buffet Restaurant Garden Route Casino

Admiral’s Buffet Restaurant is situated within the Garden Route Casino just outside of Mossel Bay and adjacent to Pinnacle Point Hotel & Golf Resort.

400 Seater  Buffett Restaurant in Garden Route

The Admiral’s Buffet Restaurant at the Garden Route Casino has a separate 60+ seating conference section and the restaurant is a 400 seater. It is full of comfortable and private nooks  to accommodate just about any and every occasion.  The Buffet area is comfortably situated in the center of the Restaurant, allowing easy access from all dining areas.

Large selection of food from fresh fish, stews, carvery, steaks as well as the traditional Boboti at Admiral’s Buffet

A section for starters begins the meal. Next in line you will find our selection of stews and bakes, consisting of anything from fresh fish to old time classics such as Bobotie. Next is the Carvery section, filled with stuffed, rolled Pork, succulent Beef Roast, grilled Chicken pieces. The grill also affords the pleasure of a stir-fry section, always filled with the freshest ingredients for the more health conscious. To round the meal off you will find an assortment of delicious deserts served both hot and cold.

D’Bistro Restaurant

d bistro restaurant mossel bay

Mossel Bay Restaurant

D`Bistro  Restaurant is located in Mossel Bay on the Main Road in the old St. Blaize Villa, built in 1906. It features a unique combination of Boutique, Antique & Gift Shop and a Restaurant with national and international dishes. The front room seats up to 30 People and includes a library with a variety of books and games which can be conquered, while you are waiting for your culinary experience. There is also a fireplace-room in the back which seats up to 28 people and is our favorite room for that special function.

Venue for weddings at Mossel Bay

We are now excited to inform you that we also offer you a venue for evening functions and Weddings. The above can be customized far all your specific needs and occasions through our function co-coordinator and chef. D`Bistro is situated in Mossel Bay, but we offer our services for outside functions and weddings, in the greater Garden Route area. We also have business breakfasts and Business Lunches for up to 25 people.

Baron Steak House Mossel Bay

baron steak house

The Baron Steak House is situated at 2 Point Road, Point Village, Mossel bay, next ot the Ocean Grill Seafood Restaurant.

Venison like ostrich and Kudu available at the baron Steak House in Mossel Bay

Athos personally supervises the kitchen to insure that good quality food is being served to you, our valued customer. Due to popular demand we have reintroduced our well knpwn selection of venison on our menu. Take a walk on the wild side and try our Ostrich or Kudu steak, a specialtaste, only available at  The Baron Steak House

Steak at The Baron Steak House Mossel Bay

We are now open for breakfast from 09H00 till 12H00 You can now also order your favourite dish from our menu as a take-away.

Christmas and year-end functions at The Baron Steak House and Ocean Grill Seafood Restaurant

Our Restaurants, The Baron Steak House and the Ocean Grill Seafood Restaurant easily seat 300 people. We are open for any function, i.e. Weddings, Christmas Parties, Birthday, etc. You choose the menu and we will do the rest!

If you are looking for a great evening out, with the right food, atmosphere and service, do not look further. Give us a call or send us an e-mail to book Your table or to discuss your needs.

Valentine’s Day Menu at Rosebud Restaurant at Diaz Beach in Mossel Bay

rosebud restaurant

Treat your Valentine at the Rosebud Restaurant at Diaz Beach in Mossel Bay

For Valentine’s Day 2010 the Rosebud Restaurant offers the following 3 course menu for only R 140 per person! Treat your loved one to a superb meal at the Diaz Beach Hotel & Resorts popular Rosebud Restaurant and go for a romantic Sunday afternoon walk on the beach!  The Rose bud is one of  Mossel Bay’s most popular Restaurants.

rosebud restaurant

Valentines’s Day menu at Rosebud Restaurant

Starters
Beetroot & Apple Soup
Or
Cheese Fondue for two

Mains
Fillet of Beef Served with Mushroom Canneloni, Potato Crisps, Asian Greens and rounded of with Rosemary and Red Wine Jus
Or
Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast Served with Duchesses Sweet Potato, Garlic Baby Onions and Sultana Compotte

Dessert
Strawberry Créme Brule
Or
Chocolate & Brandy Mousse
Or
Indulgent Chocolate Platter for Two.

Dining out at the Rosebud Restaurant in Mossel Bay

The Rosebud Restaurant at the Diaz Beach Hotel & Resort in Mossel Bay is a fully licensed restaurant that offers dining out in a relaxed and casual beach atmosphere.

Rosebud Restaurant open daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

The restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with the choice of a buffet meal or a mouthwatering variety of à la carte dishes.

Relax on Beer Garden Deck
Guests can laze in the sun whilst enjoying an ice-cold draft on the Beer Garden deck, with its superlative views stretching out over the resort and ocean.

Contact Details:
Tel No: +27 (0) 44 692 8400
Fax No: +27 (0) 44 692 0049

For more information on the Rosebud restaurant click here

De Vette Mossel Beach Sea Food Restaurant

De Vette Mossel is one of only a few open air Sea Food Restaurant in South Africa.The are still open until end of April 2010.we will lett you know on this site when they will be open for the next season.

de vette mossel seafood restaurant

Enjoy sea food in abundance between in open air sea food restaurant near Mossel Bay

De Vette Mossel is an unique beach sea food restaurant where you can kick off your shoes on the beach between Great Brak River and Mossel Bay and enjoy sea food in abundance! Until the end of April 2010 this popular Restaurant will be open on Saturdays and Sundays.

de vette mossel

De Vette Mossel is also the perfect venue for functions, parties and even beach weddings!

Contact Details

Bookings are essential!

Please phone 079 339 0170 or send an SMS!

For more information on De Vette Mossel and contact details click here

Should you be interested in hosting a function or wedding at De Vette Mossel, click here