The official Fine Wining lineup at HQ for 2019 is here, and they have some fantastic, curated food and wine pairing experiences in store for you! 🍇Â
Join HQ on Wednesday 3 April for an unforgettable evening of delicious food, tantalizing wine, great entertainment, and of course a stellar atmosphere at HQ.
For the third dinner of 2019, HQ have partnered with the highly acclaimed Cavalli Estate, for a much anticipated night of fine wine and delicious food. Their fantastic wines have been artfully paired with an aperitif, our iconic salad, sirloin steak and chips, accompanied by a tasty dessert.
Entertainment by Ricky Botsis helps keep the mood light, making Fine Wining perfect for impressing a date, family member or friends.
This 3-course wine pairing and meal costs R295 per person, and also includes your welcome drinks and canapés on arrival.
Bookings via 021 424 6373 or management@hqrestaurant.co.za
Booking is essential as seats are limited.
MENU & PAIRINGS at HQ
CANAPE
Pear and Gorgonzola Tartlet
Cavalli Capriole MCC
STARTERS
Salad of Cos and Iceberg Lettuce, Toasted Pine Nuts, Parmesan Shavings and Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette
Cavailli Filly Chenin Blanc
MAINS
250g Sirloin Steak cooked Medium Rare, served with Skinny Frites and Cafe de Paris Sauce.
Cavalli Warlord
OR
(V) Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms baked with Parmesan, served with skinny Frites and Cafe de Paris Sauce.
Cavalli Warlord
DESSERT
Dark Chocolate Tart with Vanilla Pod Ice Cream
Cavalli Colt Cabernet Sauvignon
Future Fine Wining Dates:
8 May – Klein Constantia
5 June – Nederberg
3 July – Boschendal
7 August – Plaisir De Merle
4 September – Creation
2 October – Ernie Els
6 November – Diemersdal
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