A Taste of Autumn at COPA Restaurant: The Ultimate Seasonal Indulgence!

There’s something magical about autumn in Cape Town.

The air gets crisper, the sunsets feel cozier, and most importantly—comfort food reigns supreme.

And if there’s one place that knows how to embrace the season in full, it’s COPA Restaurant at the Pepperclub Hotel.

• Their new three-course Savour the Season: Autumn Menu is an ode to all things warm, rich, and indulgently satisfying. For R395 per person, guests are invited to take a culinary stroll through fall, complete with bold flavors, seasonal ingredients, and a touch of elegance. [full menu]

The Warm-Up: Starters That Set the Tone

First up, diners have two tempting choices. Seafood lovers will want to dive straight into the Arrabbiata Mussels, a bowl of perfectly steamed mussels bathed in a spicy tomato sauce, topped with crispy garlic and fresh parsley, and served with homemade focaccia (because let’s be honest, the best part is soaking up that sauce).

Prefer something on the creamy, cozy side? The Pumpkin & Sage Risotto is here to deliver. With roasted pumpkin, sage butter, and parmesan crisps, this dish is basically a hug in a bowl—autumn vibes, perfected.

Main Event: Cozy Classics with a Gourmet Twist

The main course is where things get truly indulgent. The Fynbos Pork Belly is a standout, slow-roasted to crispy-on-the-outside, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. A honey and lavender butter sauce adds a floral sweetness, while butternut purée and buttered Brussels sprouts round out the dish with deep, earthy flavors.

Vegetarians, fear not—COPA’s got you covered with their Mushroom Bourguignon. This rich and hearty stew of exotic mushrooms braised in red wine, served with baby onions, carrots, and creamy garlic-herb polenta, could make even the most devoted meat-lover consider swapping teams (at least for one meal).

Sweet Endings: Dessert, Because No Good Meal Ends Without It

For dessert, it’s a tough choice between fruity elegance and warm spice. The Vanilla & Peach Terrine offers a light, refreshing end with vanilla bean cheesecake mousse, peach gelee, honeycomb cake, and meringue shards—basically, a symphony of textures and flavors.

But if autumn for you means cinnamon, caramel, and everything warm, then the French Apple Cake is calling your name. Drizzled with spiced butterscotch sauce, topped with maple ginger ice cream, and sprinkled with pecan praline, it’s the kind of dessert that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and stay a while.

Wine, Anyone?

Because no great meal is complete without the perfect pairing, COPA also offers a wine pairing option for R200 per person—because what’s autumn without a good glass of red (or white, no judgment here)?

The Savour the Season: Autumn Menu at COPA Restaurant is the perfect way to welcome the colder months—with bold flavors, heartwarming ingredients, and just the right amount of indulgence. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a reason to treat yourself (do you really need one?), this is a dining experience worth savoring.

So, go on. Book that table. Indulge a little. After all, winter is coming—and you’ll need the extra warmth.