INDOCHINE AT DELAIRE GRAFF ESTATE NOMINEE

BEST FOR A romantic dinner in the winelands. FOOD Start with the signature tuna tataki flavoured with fermented garlic and curried beef laksa with langoustine dumplings. The starters and sides are so good, it’s tempting to share a few and eschew mains: crunchy mussel omelette, edamame and shiitake pot stickers, spring rolls and Thai beef salad. For mains, the signature vindaloo of local seafood is exquisite, combining steamed shellfish and line fish enhanced by an apple-and-celery dressing. Vegetarians will enjoy the smoky textures of the cauliflower, an exotic green mango salad, and Thai green curry. For carnivores, there’s a spicy spin on sticky beef short ribs or Korean BBQ chicken with kimchi. Leave space for desserts: a signature Willy Wonka green tea and chocolate composition. Finish with an exotic cleansing tea infusion. DRINKS Top-notch wine list of Delaire and other leading Stellenbosch cellars. SERVICE First-class, with meticulous attention to detail. AMBIENCE Chic and intimate fine dining. (GH)