The wonderful world of secrecy …

Saturday the 23 July was a big day in this household.  Today was the inaugural secret lunch at Chez Shamwari; the full menu can be viewed here. I have been looking forward to this day ever since Chez Shamwari became a reality some six weeks or so ago.  I...

Menu for Afternoon Tea 6 August

I’m pleased to announce my ‘Taste of South Africa’ menu.  I’ve provided a few comments & explanations below in italics to help describe what’s on offer.  I hope you like what you see! Sandwiches Smoked mackeral paté (Smoked snoek...

Opening hours & bookings

At Chez Shamwari we can take up to 6 guests who will all be seated at the same table.  This adds to the unique experience of the cosy and intimate venue where you will be sitting next to other guests who you are unlikely to know!  However, no sooner has the first...

Sample menus

Here are some sample menus that have been served at Chez Shamwari: Sample Lunch Menu 1 Cape seed loaf Char-grilled aubergine & roasted tomato salad with goat’s cheese ~ Chicken cacciatore with Sicilian potato cake & Steamed green beans ~ Apple crumble pie with...

Who wants to be a millionaire …

Millionaire’s shortbread seems to be a very popular choice from the staff canteen amongst my colleagues at work.  Not being a huge biscuit fan myself (it’s about cake for me!) it had never made it on to my list of ‘must do’ baking at home.  However, with the launch of...