MARBLE BY DAVID HIGGS NOMINEE

BEST FOR Showing out-of-town visitors the very best of Jozi. FOOD Even though this is a steakhouse with a wellused open-flame griller, chef David Higgs’s past in fine dining shows. Expect an enticing spread of light Med starters to heavier Argentinean-inspired grills with some South African twists. Shellfish on a Braai is a visual feast and a tender treat; another must-try starter is the grilled aubergine with baba gahnoush, kimchi peanut brittle and sesame. The rib-eye steak with a rich Béarnaise and smoked bone remains a fan favourite, but the grilled pork belly is popular too, served with mustard sauce, teriyaki sweet potato, pork crumble, and apple salad with lime-honey-ginger dressing. Desserts harken to childhood treats: think ice-cream sandwich and cheffed-up rose-water koeksister with khulfi ice cream and a pistachio tuile. DRINKS Legendary cocktails and everything from old favourite wines to rare gems. SERVICE Spirited and professional. AMBIENCE Ornate detailing and truly magnificent views of the Jozi skyline. (SS)