The tasting menu served at La Bodega was inspired by South African food traditions, incorporating eclectic elements from the exotic continent into a delightful evening presented by Romar Trading.
Working his magic a la minute, in the small yet efficient kitchen, and cooking a delicious meal for 30 wine-lovers, Monrick Croes, of the Art of Dining Service Management.
Wine Artists Clive Faustin and Monique Bower shared the hosting of this very congenial party, featuring Shrimp Kebab South African Style, as an appetizer, a Creamy Mushroom Soup Laced with Curry, and as main course Pork-Loin Drizzled with Port Reduction Sauce, paired with Yellow Rice with Raisins and Tomato Relish. For dessert, Pumpkin Tuile with Vanilla Ice Cream and Hot Chocolate Fudge provided the perfect last touch.
The wines, all South African, were introduced with Faustin’s signature flair and knowledge, Two Oceans, 2010 Chardonnay and Two Oceans 2009, Sauvignon Blanc with the appetizer and soup, and Rust En Verde Stellenbosch 2006 Shiraz, and 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, in between and with the main course.
All invitees were received upon arrival with a chilled flute of bubbly by Concha Y Toro, Castillero del Diablo Brut Reserva, while the tasting concluded with Concha Y Toro, Late Harvest, Sauvignon Blanc.
Presented each end of the month by Romar Trading this special pairing of international food and wines enjoys a large following, and with limited seating the affair gets sold out each time. Faustin reports that on the last Friday of 2011, Champagne will be tasted and paired with some spectacular dishes, those interested better sign up, fast with: [email protected]
