The Marine Hotel in Hermanus will commence a food-and-wine series which will consist of four dinner events in partnership with three award-winning Hemel-en-Aarde wineries: Creation, Bouchard Finlayson and Hamilton Russell Vineyards. The first three dinners of the series will each focus on only one winery per evening and will be hosted by the respective winemaker. Talented Head Chef Tronette Dippenaar has prepared incredible menus to match the vintages that have been selected.

The fourth Food & Wine Pairing will feature all three wineries and takes the form of an exciting pop-up by Greenhouse restaurant, currently ranked 6th Best Restaurant in South Africa.

Greenhouse Head Chef Farrel Hirsch has created a seven-course tasting menu paired masterfully by Sommelier Michelle Michaels. The first dinner pairing in this series is happening at 18h30 on Saturday, 29 June 2019 at The Pavilion at The Marine, hosted by winemaker, Jean-Claude Martine from Creation wines.

The evening will kick off with pre-drinks and canapes followed by a short welcome from The Marine’s general manager, Sebastian Berinato, the Head Chef Tronette and the winemaker, Jean-Claude. The first course consists of South Atlantic Tuna Tataki paired with the Creation Sauvignon Blanc 2019. The second course features a dish called Seafood on the Beach, a sensational medley of seafood, paired with the Creation Chardonnay 2017.

The third course will be a Grilled Outeniqua Springbok Loin, paired with the Creation Reserve Pinot-Noir 2017. The dessert is a Black Cherry Sago, paired with the Creation Cape Vintage 2017. The evening ends with a lucky draw where there are great prizes to be won! This fabulous four-course menu is R495 per person, with wine pairing included.

Bookings are essential.

See below, the dates for all four of the events in this Food & Wine series:

• Saturday, 29 June 2019 – Creation Wines
• Saturday, 27 July 2019 – Bouchard Finlayson
• Saturday, 31 August 2019 – Hamilton Russel Vineyards
• Saturday, 07 September 2019 – Creation, Bouchard Finlayson, & Hamilton & Russel Vineyards

For more information or bookings, contact: T: (028) 313 1000 E: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

About The Marine
The Marine, a member of The Liz McGrath Collection, is one of South Africa's most spectacular seaside hotels. Located on Hermanus’ famous cliff path, overlooking the breathtaking Walker Bay, the hotel offers visitors the unique opportunity to experience the finest land-based whale watching in the world from June to November each year. Guests are even able to view these majestic creatures from the comfort of their own sea view room. The Overberg region is also a must for adventure sport seekers, offering a host of activities – including hiking, mountain biking and marine sports. Back at the hotel, guests can indulge in exceptional culinary delights created by Head Chef Tronette Dippenaar: from breakfast at the 1920’s-style Pavilion restaurant, to lunch and dinner at Origins at The Marine, as well as High Tea and sundowners in the Sun Lounge & Bar. The 40 elegantly appointed rooms and suites include 10 Luxury Doubles with Sea View and 10 Premier Suites – both categories are perfectly positioned for watching pods of dolphins and whales as they swim in the bay below. Guests may take a refreshing dip in The Marine’s pool, located in the hotel’s tranquil courtyard, or in the Tidal Pool, which can be accessed from the cliff path.

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