PEMBREY'S BISTRO

BEST FOR A gourmet celebration. FOOD The chalkboard menu of Peter Vadas changes often and offers a pleasing array of starters like legendary gruyère cheese and nut soufflé, classically seasoned steak tartare and decadently delicious roasted marrow bones with toast. Light-as-air ravioli with fillings like butternut and almond topped with mascarpone can be ordered as a starter or main. Mains hit the spot with delectable pulled lamb bobotie and roast fillet of springbok in a quince port sauce. Peter’s bread-and-butter pudding served with home-made cardamom ice cream or the lush lemon posset with berry sorbet and honey ice cream have regulars returning again and again. DRINKS An award-winning wine list featuring some excellent smaller vineyards, as well as tried and true South African favourites. SERVICE Viv Vadas answers questions about wine and the menu while the small staff serve at a brisk pace. AMBIENCE A rambling old-fashioned house offers relaxed hospitality. (CP)