Home fermentation is having a moment
19 June 2017
Fermentation and pickling are traditional methods of preserving food that have been practised across the globe for many centuries. With this age-old practice being the new flavour sensation we are experimenting with innovative flavour combinations on our Babel winter menu. Join us for a warm winter lunch and experience the taste of fermented beetroot with star anise, caraway or fermented orange juice during breakfast. Read more
RECIPE: Smoked trout with Jerusalem artichokes, oyster mushrooms & blood orange cream sauce
08 June 2017
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Wash and dry 400 g Jerusalem artichokes. Place on a baking tray, drizzle with a little olive oil and scatter with fresh thyme. Cook for 10 minutes until soft and remove. Season with salt and pepper and keep warm. Read more
Raise a glass with us!
26 May 2017
We’ve had quite a few reasons to raise our glasses this week! Having just stepped out of the judging booth, our Bordeaux king, the Nebukadnesar 2014, came out with a gold medal and a score of 95 out of 100 at the Decanter World Wine Awards, as well as a gold medal at the International Wine Challenge. It is a structured, modern-style Bordeaux blend that is destined to become a classic, and we couldn’t be more proud of its success. Read more
RECIPE: Baked Goat's Cheese with Honey & Thyme
23 May 2017
As the weather cools the herbs in the garden is thriving. The thyme is looking exceptional, and a trusty cooking companion for the autumn kitchen's more warming dishes. Read more
How do you like them apples?
09 May 2017
Winter Pearmain, a delicious apple variety, is an ancient fruit grown here in our garden under the watchful eye of Oom Anton Roux. For many years he ran his own nursery, where he propagated and grew varieties of old-fashioned gems. Read more
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