Forme of cury, a roll of ancient english cookery, compiled, about a. The family packing for their fishing holiday in the berg. Recipes from the country kitchen readers digest on. Every section concludes with notes, advice and directions, written by the cookery adviser olive odell. Alternatively, you can check availability and book online by clicking here. There are 184 craft stops on the famous midlands meander from the internationally acclaimed ardmore pottery to woodturners, to potters, to cheesemakers, weavers and much much more. It is ideal for its intended purpose as a restful refuge with professional yet understated service and most of all a gourmet experience to remember. Dieses gastehaus mit seiner preisgekronten kuche erwartet. No children under the age of 12 years except for river run selfcatering smoking no smoking inside buildings. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse is a unique lodging and dining experience in an exceptionally beautiful setting.
Richard is in love with food, a passion of his since school days which led to global travels, gourmet experiences and the first cleopatra cookbook. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, fort nottingham updated 2020. Jul 04, 2011 the course costs r2900 a person sharing and includes one nights accommodation at cleopatra, all meals and the twoday course. Please complete your booking by following the steps below cancellation policy please note. If you find that this search does not return results that it should, or have a suggestion for ways it can be improved, please let us know using the contact page. Extraordinary hotel and dinner experience in the berg. Run by richard and mouse poynton, all guests are looked after with top service. I have been collecting these books for some 50 years. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, highmoor road, kamberg. Richards infectious passion for the kitchen shines through on every page. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse adjoining giants castle nature reserve in the drakensbergs, cleopatra farmhouse is a peaceful, intimate retreat that has won numerous awards for its gourmet restaurant. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse tailormade holidays to south. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse tailormade holidays to.
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Bring the whole family together with nancy fullers comforting classics, including chili, corn chowder and banana cream pie. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse has a charming and cosy atmosphere, and is the. Talk with a far and wild expert to book your dream holiday. Passionate in her quest to taste the freshest corn, understand. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, drakesnberg, south africa. The original white house cook book, 1887 edition by f. Wildlife includes eland, reedbuck, oribi, jackal, serval, rooikat, extensive birdlife and a huge diversity of flora. He was a pioneer sugar farmer in empangeni in the heart of zululand clearing the virgin tropical bush with the help of a few farm labourers in the early 1900s. We so look forward to your stay with us at cleopatra mountain farmhouse. Cleopatra is a gourmet getaway tucked deep into the kwazulunatal drakensberg mountains surrounded by the giants castle. See more of cleopatra mountain farmhouse on facebook.
And, our cookbook won best first cookbook in the world in english at the. Search for cleopatra mountain farmhouse discounts in mooi river with kayak. It has a private lounge, and separate veranda both with cosy fireplaces. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, fort nottingham nove. An english cookery based book that excluded american ingredients. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse accommodation in drakensberg. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse cleopatra is a gourmet getaway tucked deep into the kwazulunatal drakensberg mountains surrounded by the giants castle nature reserve. Known for its great gourmet meals prepared by popular and amiable chef and owner richard poynton, formerly of granny mouse, cleopatra mountain farmhouse, in the kamberg valley, close to giants castle nature reserve, is not the cheapest getaway in. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse is set amongst the drakensberg mountains in natalkwazulu and is dedicated to raising farmhouse style food to completely new levels. In july 2006, richard and mouse poynton from the well known cleaopatra mountain lodge stayed with the morrisons at makakatana and gave them a beautiful signed copy of their beautiful cleopatra mountain farmhouse recipe book which became the household favourite cookbook. Buy the complete farmhouse kitchen cook book reprint by mary watts, grace mulligan isbn. The art of cookery made plain and easy, hannah glasse. There are three big trout dams up there stocked with rainbow trout.
However cleopatra mountain farm house is mostly known for richards legendary foodie dinners, and breakfasts. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, in its awesome setting with splendid views of the mountains and running with crystal clear streams and waterfalls, is the ultimate in peace, tranquility and solitude. Popular with locals for its elaborate sixcourse dinners, expertly prepared and served by a welltrained and friendly staff, cleopatra offers travelers both that and wonderfully comfortable and personal accommodations. The venue has earned global renown as a romantic gourmet getaway for good reason. Excitingly different, richard offers fine gourmet food using local ingredients and homegrown herbs. This comfortable country house hotel, which has been running for 10 years, is a gastronomic delight offering only top quality gourmet meals along with luxurious accommodation in its 11 beautifully furnished rooms. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse is situated on 500 acres of rolling hills and walking trails are available on the property as well as horseriding nearby.
Cleopatra mountain farmhouse the midlands meander kwazulu. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse is a slice of foodie heaven in the drakensberg. Beautifully situated on the edge of a trout filled dam, alongside the little mooi river, the soaring mountains rise majestically from the bottom of the garden. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, drakensburg mountains, south. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, drakensberg mountains, stunning cuisine and authentic country house.
Farmhouse cookery began life in 1988 from our farm kitchen. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse businesses in kwazulu. There is a dining room as well as a fireplace in the lounge. Situated in the drakensberg mountains, close to giants castle nature reserve, cleopatra mountain farmhouse is ideal for those looking for a cosy base from which to explore. Our views surrounded by the drakensberg mountains are spectacular and the gourmet food is arguably amongst the best in kwazulunatal.
Richard still loves to cook and is very involved in the kitchen at the hotel. We look forward to welcoming you to cleopatra mountain farmhouse. Tucked away in the lush valley of the drakensberg in kwazulunatal is the worldrenowned cleopatra mountain farmhouse. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse located a 45minute drive from underberg, cleopatra mountain farmhouse offers a veranda with hills views. Get your copy of feast the midlands recipe book jackie. As well as more than 80 recipes for traditional british farmhouse dishes, this collection also offers information about gathering wild food, keeping chickens, growing salads, pickling, preserving, and much more. Pumula guest farm stay is a working farm with selfcatering cottages and apartments in a wonderfully relaxing and peaceful environment. Margaret costas four seasons cookery book in the first of a new series celebrating vintage books from our kitchen shelves, nigel slater introduces his favourite. In kwazulu natal south africas drakensberg mountains, and beside the giants castle nature reserve this top quality farmstay serves exceptionally good food, award winning in fact, from a three course breakfast in the morning to a 6 course evening dinner using the farms own fresh vegetables and herbs. Nestled in the heart of the kwazulunatal drakensberg, this gourmet lodge is dedicated to sumptuous food and a rustic but stylish ambience, with a warm and friendly welcome. Whenever they can they travel with food as their theme.
This intimate gourmet getaway with its awesome setting is tucked into the end of the. The farmhouse offers warm mohair blankets and crisp cotton sheets. Cleopatra mountain farm house kwazulunatal drakensberg. Preisbnthe precise date of publication gb is not known. Kayak searches hundreds of travel sites to help you find and book the hotel deal at cleopatra mountain farmhouse that suits you best.
Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, mooi river, south africa. Cleopatra mountain farmhouses cookery book tweet crammed full of all the bestloved recipes served at cleopatra mountain farmhouse over the years, this book shows that tasty food doesnt have to be complicated, and concentrates on flavour, flavour, flavour. In 2011 grub street published a beautiful, elegant newly designed, updated and metricated edition of the constance spry cookery book with specially commissioned line drawings. If its legendary food, spectacular scenery and tranquillity youre after, then cleopatra is for you. I have had andrew llyod webbers chef cook for us on a barge for a week in france, and i still rate. It is situated a kilometre from cleopatra mountain farmhouse near to. Sep 27, 2017 gourmet getaway for the bucket list posted on september 27, 2017 september 27, 2017 by sosuterbill the main buildings overlooking the troutfilled dam and mountains at cleopatra mountain farmhouse a gourmet getaway. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, fort nottingham, south africa. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse cleopatra mountain farmhouse description having been one of the originators of the country house movement in the 1980s, richard and mouse then travelled overseas working and absorbing the foodie world with a view to opening cleopatra mountain farmhouse their intimate gourmet getaway. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse is situated on 500 acres of rolling hills and walking trails are available on the property as well. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse has earned global renown as a romantic gourmet getaway under richard and mouse poynton.
The cleopatra mountain farmhouse is in a magnificent setting with splendid views. In free state province just outside the town of fouriesburg, where south africa meets lesotho. Crammed full of all the bestloved recipes served at cleopatra mountain farmhouse over the years, this book shows that tasty food doesnt have to be complicated, and concentrates on flavour, flavour, flavour. A couple of days with a good book and your walking shoes and you will see some great views of the drakensberg. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse is fast becoming renowned for its fabulous weddings. Fred poynton richards grandfather bought cleopatra in the 1940s. Carb free burger by cleopatra mountain farmhouse cleopatra, artisan food, 2 cloves of garlic.
From supplying cakes to local villages, the business has grown into bigger premises and now provides cakes and pavlovas to many retailers. The course costs r2900 a person sharing and includes one nights accommodation at cleopatra, all meals and the twoday course. Gillette, hugo ziemann and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Gourmet dining in the drakensberg in kamberg, kwazulu natal. Cleopatra mountain farm house african safari consultants. Adjoining giants castle nature reserve in the stunning drakensberg region, this country retreat offers peace and tranquillity in a beautiful. Old cookery books and ancient cuisinecookery books, part 3. Accommodation include rooms, suites, and cottages that are decorated in the charming style of countryside. The howick hospice recipe book, feast the midlands, offers a. Richards food is all about the tastes, fun and the passion that goes into good country cooking. Farmhouse cookery are specialists in traditional english baking, and are located in the south of england. Having its own private access allows our guests to enjoy privacy, peace and solitude. Visit the woodall website to find out more and book your table today.
Perhaps south africa is a long way to go for a feast. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse is an imagine favourite. Cleopatra mountain farmhousetailor made far and wild. Anzac biscuits recipe from cleopatra mountain farmhouse. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse gives you endless opportunities to bird watch, go fishing in the mooi river brimming with brown trout, and hike the scenic trails of the drakensberg and kamberg nature reserve. They learnt so much and realised that this is where their hearts lay. The farmhouse offers vegetables, freshly caught trout, local cheeses, homemade breads and fresh herbs. Buy the complete farmhouse kitchen cookbook new edition by mary watts isbn. This self catering cottage is surrounded by the world heritage site the highmoor section of the giants castle nature reserve. Makakatanas favourite cake recipe classic safari camps. They all have a full kitchen and a lounge with an open fireplace and outside, they all have their own. Originally our lounge, dining room and kitchen this large spacious room has one of the best views of the garden and the mountain. Accommodations include rooms, suites, and cottages that are.
Book cleopatra mountain farmhouse, elandskop on tripadvisor. Farmhouse cookery by ashworth, sue and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Dozivite vrhunsku uslugu u objektu cleopatra mountain farmhouse this guest house offers awardwinning cuisine in the tranquil setting of kwazulu natals drakensberg mountains, right on the border of giants castle nature reserve. Rundells cookery book, according to the preface, was originally intended for the private instruction. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse was opened an intimate gourmet getaway. Guests can begin the day with a 3course breakfast, enjoy homemade pastries and cake in the afternoon, and a sumptuous 6course meals when dinning. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse is nestled on the edge of a dam and opens to mountain views.
Cleopatra mountain farmhouse businesses in zululand. The constance spry cookery book constance spry, rosemary. Day visitors can do the twoday course for r2000, which includes lunch, tea and coffee for both days. They are all traditionally english and handmade from real ingredients. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A celebration of country living and how to get involved with the land and the food that you eat.
September 23, 2018 rose petal ice cream with sparkling wine. It is situated a kilometre from cleopatra mountain farmhouse near to richard and mouses house. I have an large collection of cookery books from all over the world. The food brims with flavour and colour, complete with passion and dedication evident with every mouthful. Stay in cleopatra mountain farmhouse, drakensburg mountains, south africa on your tailor made holiday. The restaurant, housed within a 5star lodge bordering on a lake, nestled within the drakensberg mountain, offers a feast for every sense. These english country recipes are presented in 14 sections, each including a selection of recipes from other lands. Mountain farmhouse recipes all taken from their fabulous cookbook, only. Guests can begin the day with a 3course breakfast, enjoy homemade cakes and pastries in the afternoon, and a sumptuous 6course meals when dinning. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, drakensberg mountains, stunning cuisine and authentic country house experience. Member of best of kzn za cleopatra is a gourmet getaway tucked deep into the kwazulu natals drakensberg mountains surrounded by the giants castle nature reserve. Cleopatra mountain farmhouse, kwazulunatal commendable. The cleopatra mountain farmhouse is in a magnificent setting with splendid views of the mountains and running with crystal clear streams and waterfalls in the drakensberg mountain, kwazulu natal. Returning to south africa to a family farm in the drakensberg mountains they started cleopatra mountain farmhouse a gourmet getaway.
Hes written a cookery book outlining some of his signature dishes and elaborate, multicourse dinners are the order of the day. Here they spent time working with chefs, doing cookery courses in the uk and ireland and travelling through france and italy. Illustrated with notes, and a copious index, or glossary. Catering for up to 60 guests we look forward to welcoming you here for a relaxed and happy celebration never to be forgotten. This tranquil venue was built in 1990 and renovated in 1999. Jul 20, 2019 old cookery books and ancient cuisinecookery books, part 3. Swim in cold mountain rivers or in the highmoor dam, enjoy a horseback ride along the mountain trails, or a guided nature walk.