From its perch at the very top of the Franschhoek Valley, the acclaimed La Petite Ferme offers not only luxurious accommodation, unparalleled vistas and world-class wines, but it is also home to an award-winning restaurant, where you can relish country-inspired cuisine infused with a refreshing contemporary flair.
As the warmth of summer approaches, La Petite Ferme’s culinary team unveils an enticing new menu that encapsulates the essence of the season. The team’s unwavering commitment to excellence is evident in the meticulous selection of fresh, locally sourced ingredients, thoughtfully blended flavours, and garden-picked herbs, all harmonised to craft a delectable dining experience.
“It is our absolute pleasure and honour to present to you our new ‘bursting-with-flavour’ Summer Menu. Straight from our garden to your plate, a unique dining experience awaits, crafted for you with exquisite dishes, our finest wines, and great company!”
Bread Service
Amuse-bouche
STARTERS
West Coast Fish Cakes
panko crumbed fish cakes | baby arugula salad | ponzu aioli | lemon pearls | teriyaki glaze
Curry Beef Samosa
spiced ground beef | spiced apple chutney | coriander | baby leaves | coconut curry reduction
Crunchy Quinoa with Black Forest Ham
quinoa | organic baby leaves | pickled cucumber | shaved Parmesan | deep fried capers | pickled carrots | La Petite Ferme house dressing
Salt & Pepper Squid
pea purée | pickled ginger | salmon roe | brussels sprout leaves | ponzu-white wine sphere
Rooibos tea-vanilla sauce | micro greens | squid ink coral tuille
Soup of the Day
homemade soup | sourdough croutes | spiced seed mix
Palette Cleanser
MAINS
Beef Mignon
beef fillet | chimichurri | rainbow carrots | crispy kale | charcoal activated mushrooms
smoked forest mushroom | truffle tweel | red wine jus
Karoo Lamb (House Classic)
lamb shoulder rolled in phyllo | roasted aubergine purée | dukkah | honey confit vine tomato
mint yoghurt | herb pomme purée
Moules Mariniere with Pan Seared Trout
West coast mussels | Franschhoek trout | white wine velouté | trout caviar | toasted ciabatta
Petite Poussin
beetroot port | root vegetables | confit tomato | parsnip & truffle gum | truffle pearls | spicy chermoula gremolata | chicken & sage jus
Smoked Duo of Venison
potato boulangère | corn velouté | charred corn | baby corn | pop corn
DESSERTS
Cape Brandy Pudding
hazelnut ice-cream | spiced berry compote | vanilla crème anglaise | vanilla tuille
Panna Cotta
pistachio crumbs | burnt meringue | Rooibos infused fruit | buchu tuille
Death by Chocolate
duo of chocolate mousse | decadent chocolate ice cream | white chocolate & hazelnut crumb
chocolate poppers | poached rhubarb in La Petite Ferme house wine
Old Fashion Milk Tart
milktart | ouma koeksister | amarula ice cream | short bread soil | raspberry pearls
Cheese Selection
Indezi Smoked Kwaito | Belnori Phantom | Klein River Grunberg | home-made chutney
sourdough croute | preserved fig | grapes | truffle honey
Two-course R 750 per person | Three-course R 850 per person
(some dishes may change due to seasonal availability)
La Petite Ferme was recently honoured at the prestigious 2023 Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards with awards in four categories and at the 17th annual 2023 World Luxury Hotel & Restaurant Awards where it received three awards celebrating its culinary and hospitality excellence. The dedicated service team at La Petite Ferme sets the standard for a premier experience, making it the perfect choice for weddings, special functions, events and discerning guests.
To reserve your table and savour the sublime dishes featured on La Petite Ferme’s Summer Menu contact: reception@lapetiteferme.co.za or +27 21 876 3016.
La Petite Ferme, a leading wine estate situated on the slopes of the Oliphants Pass and Middagkrans Mountain Range, overlooking the Franschhoek Valley, is the perfect destination for local and international guests. Offering unparalleled vistas, luxurious accommodation and award-winning cuisine and wines, its accommodation comprises five beautifully appointed Vineyard suites, five recently renovated Manor House Suites – each with spectacular views and comfort and five luxury Winery Suites, recently converted from the old Wine Cellar. It is home to an award-winning restaurant which serves country cuisine with a fresh contemporary touch. In addition, La Petite Ferme’s boutique style cellar, managed by winemaker Wikus Pretorius offers a full range of wines which includes red, white and rosé. The wines are available at selected retail outlets and can be purchased online. The Estate also offers wine tastings, a mobile Beauty Spa that brings the spa experience to the privacy of your room and bikes for guests wishing to sightsee from the saddle. La Petite Ferme was recently honoured at the prestigious 2023 Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards receiving awards in four categories: Best Scenic Environment Hotel; Best Country Hotel in Africa; Best Culinary Experience in Africa and Best Small Hotel in Africa; and also at the 17th annual World Luxury Hotel Awards 2023, earning three awards: Best Luxury Boutique Hotel in South Africa, with La Petite Ferme Restaurant receiving recognition for Best Luxury Boutique Hotel Restaurant in Africa and Best Panoramic Views in Africa. With its romantic setting La Petite Ferme is ideal for weddings, special functions and events for the most discerning guest. Within easy reach of the winelands and tourist attractions, it is conveniently located less than three minutes from the village of Franschhoek and an hour’s drive from Cape Town and the Airport.
Enquiries & Reservations: accommodation@lapetiteferme.co.za
Restaurant Reservations: reception@lapetiteferme.co.za
www.lapetiteferme.co.za
