BERTUS BASSON AT SPICE ROUTE

BEST FOR Acclaimed chef Bertus Basson adds a contemporary spin to classic local flavours at this laid-back eatery. FOOD Delight in a compact menu of traditional dishes. Snack on moreish warm vetkoek and biltong butter while deciding. Lamb ribs with denning glaze are a must to start, while the main courses pay homage to homely Cape cooking – think tomato bredie, bobotie or grilled snoek glazed with apricot butter. Side dishes range from pumpkin pie to creamed samp with pickled beetroot and tomato sambal livening things up. To finish, try Tannie Hetta’s apple tart. It’s a menu made for sharing and the good-value Sunday lunch has a selection of dishes served family-style. DRINKS A small range of Spice Route and Fairview wines at reasonable mark-ups. Interesting selection of local craft beer, gin, spirits and mixers. SERVICE Warm, friendly and attentive, neatly blending hospitality with charm. AMBIENCE Book a terrace table in the shade of the oaks. (RH)