Big news, food lovers: La Petite Ferme is unveiling its brand-new seasonal menu on 9 June, and it’s the kind of culinary shake-up that deserves a drumroll (or at least a celebratory clink of wine glasses).
Perched on the slopes above Franschhoek, this iconic restaurant has always done things a little differently—think refined country cuisine with a wink.
The new menu? It’s a delicious mashup of bold creativity, local heritage, and seriously good taste.
Starters That Steal the Show
The first act kicks off strong. There’s panko duck with a silky smoked pea velouté that somehow tastes like comfort and elegance all at once. Or go bold with chicken curry ravioli, laced with saffron and kissed by curry leaf oil—because who says pasta can’t pack heat?
Craving something oceanic? The Thai-inspired bouillabaisse brings a splash of Far East flair to a French classic. And vegetarians, rejoice: the heirloom beetroot with basil & mint consommé is as pretty as it is punchy.
Mains Made to Impress
If the starters are flirtatious, the mains are full-on romantic. Think Karoo lamb two ways (slow-cooked comfort meets seared sophistication), or a perfectly crispy seabass dressed in Cape Malay spices that nod to South Africa’s rich culinary heritage.
Game lovers will swoon over the venison loin—especially when it arrives with a golden mielie pap croquette that’s like grandma’s pap gone gourmet. Every dish is thoughtfully paired with a wine from La Petite Ferme’s own cellar—because why not?
Sweet Endings & Cheesy Dreams
Dessert here is anything but an afterthought. The guava mousse and sorbet with triple sec jelly tots is pure, playful joy. Or lean into nostalgia with the French Farmhouse Favourite, finished with a scoop of masala ice cream that tastes like a warm hug in spice form.
Prefer a savory finale? Go for the curated cheese board, or get adventurous with the combo of onion, walnut, and pear—a little sweet, a little salty, all brilliant.
Come Hungry. Leave Happy.
Whether you’re toasting something big or just treating yourself because it’s Tuesday, La Petite Ferme’s new menu is an edible love letter to seasonal ingredients and bold ideas. It’s got layers. It’s got heart. And yes—it’s got duck in panko.
Reservations are open. Appetites are welcome. June 9 can’t come soon enough.
Franschhoek Pass Road, Franschhoek
reception@lapetiteferme.co.za
