{"id":17981,"date":"2025-03-10T10:06:18","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T08:06:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/?p=17981"},"modified":"2025-04-03T19:12:02","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T17:12:02","slug":"beach-vibes-big-bites-weekend-lunch-at-de-vette-mossel-harties","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.food-blog.co.za\/joburg\/beach-vibes-big-bites-weekend-lunch-at-de-vette-mossel-harties\/","title":{"rendered":"Beach Vibes &#038; Big Bites: Weekend Lunch at De Vette Mossel Harties"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>Who says you need salty sea air and crashing waves to enjoy an authentic beach-style seafood feast?<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">At <strong>De Vette Mossel Harties<\/strong>, the <strong>ocean comes to you<\/strong>\u2014right in the heart of the bushveld!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong> With its relaxed, barefoot-friendly vibe and open-fire seafood buffet, this hidden gem has been serving up coastal flavors since 2012.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your hosts, <strong>Jannie and Rochelle Geyer<\/strong>, bring their love for the sea straight from <strong>Mossel Bay and Cape Town<\/strong> to Harties, ensuring that every guest experiences the true magic of the West Coast\u2014<strong>even without the ocean in sight<\/strong>. Oh, and did we mention there\u2019s a tropical island swing? Because what\u2019s a beach-style escape without a bit of fun?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Weekend Lunch Buffet: A Feast Worth Drooling Over<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Brace yourself for <strong>seven glorious courses<\/strong>, <strong>thirteen incredible dishes<\/strong>, and <strong>endless coastal flavors<\/strong>, all served <strong>rolling buffet-style<\/strong>! This isn\u2019t just a meal; it\u2019s an experience\u2014one that kicks off with the smell of freshly baked <strong>potbrood<\/strong> and ends with the perfect combination of <strong>coffee, koeksisters, and rooibos tea<\/strong>. Here\u2019s what awaits your taste buds:<\/p>\n<h4><strong>The Delectable Line-Up:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>\u2705 <strong>Potbrood<\/strong> \u2013 Freshly baked with farm butter and sweet apricot jam. \u2705 <strong>Mussels in Creamy Garlic Sauce<\/strong> \u2013 Mussel meat slow-cooked with onions, garlic, and farm butter. \u2705 <strong>Steamed Mussels in Half Shell<\/strong> \u2013 A white wine-infused delight. \u2705 <strong>West Coast Snoek &amp; Sweet Potato<\/strong> \u2013 A classic, smoky favorite! \u2705 <strong>Seafood Pot<\/strong> \u2013 Three types of fish, calamari strips, mussels, and prawn tails all simmered to perfection. \u2705 <strong>Rice &amp; Garden Salad<\/strong> \u2013 Because some like to soak up that seafood sauce! \u2705 <strong>Hearty Veggie Dish<\/strong> \u2013 With milk and cheese for extra comfort. \u2705 <strong>Meat Potjie<\/strong> \u2013 A treat for those who (gasp!) don\u2019t eat seafood. \u2705 <strong>Fresh Fruit Platter<\/strong> \u2013 Watermelon, sweet melon, or tropical fruit to cool things down. \u2705 <strong>Coffee &amp; Koeksisters<\/strong> \u2013 Paired with authentic South African Rooibos tea.<\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>For the Extra-Hungry (or the Extra-Adventurous!)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Want to take your feast up a notch? They&#8217;ve got some <strong>add-ons<\/strong> that\u2019ll make your seafood-loving heart skip a beat:<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udd91 <strong>Calamari Steak<\/strong> (pan-fried with onions &amp; garlic) \u2013 R95 \ud83d\udc1f <strong>Catch of the Day<\/strong> (220g of fresh, flaky goodness) \u2013 R95 \ud83e\udd90 <strong>Whole Prawns<\/strong> (400g of juicy, ocean-fresh flavor) \u2013 R240 \ud83e\udd9e <strong>Lobster<\/strong> \u2013 SQ (because you know it\u2019s worth it!) \ud83e\uddaa <strong>Oysters<\/strong> \u2013 SQ (the ultimate seaside indulgence!)<\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>How Much for This Epic Feast?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>R370 per adult<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83d\udc74 <strong>R320 for pensioners<\/strong> (off-season)<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc66 <strong>R160 for primary school kids<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83c\udf7c <strong>R60 for preschoolers<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83d\udc76 <strong>Kids under 3 eat free!<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>Bring Your Drinks &amp; Make It a Party!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>BYOB? Absolutely! Bring your cooler box (R120 corkage fee), kick back, and enjoy the flavors of the West Coast right here in Harties. <em>Just a heads-up: own drinks aren\u2019t allowed for company or year-end functions.<\/em><\/p>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>Come Hungry, Leave Happy!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you love <strong>great seafood, fun vibes, and a feast that feels like a beach holiday<\/strong>, then De Vette Mossel Harties is calling your name. Whether you&#8217;re celebrating something special or just living your best foodie life, <strong>this buffet is a must-try<\/strong>. So, <strong>grab your flip-flops, gather your crew, and book your spot for the ultimate weekend lunch experience!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <strong>Location:<\/strong> Hartbeespoort<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcde <strong>Bookings:<\/strong> Because you don\u2019t want to miss out!<\/p>\n<p><strong>The ocean may be miles away, but at De Vette Mossel Harties, the beach is always just a bite away!<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"x9f619 x1ja2u2z x78zum5 x2lah0s x1n2onr6 x1nhvcw1 x1qjc9v5 xozqiw3 x1q0g3np xyamay9 xykv574 xbmpl8g x4cne27 xifccgj\">\n<div class=\"x9f619 x1n2onr6 x1ja2u2z x78zum5 xdt5ytf x2lah0s x193iq5w xeuugli xsyo7zv x16hj40l x10b6aqq x1yrsyyn\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"x1b0d499 xuo83w3\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/rsrc.php\/v4\/yW\/r\/8k_Y-oVxbuU.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" \/>\u00a0On the R511, close to Jasmyn Windmill, Hartbeespoort, Hartbeespoort<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x9f619 x1ja2u2z x78zum5 x2lah0s x1n2onr6 x1nhvcw1 x1qjc9v5 xozqiw3 x1q0g3np xyamay9 xykv574 xbmpl8g x4cne27 xifccgj\">\n<div class=\"x9f619 x1n2onr6 x1ja2u2z x78zum5 xdt5ytf x2lah0s x193iq5w xeuugli xsyo7zv x16hj40l x10b6aqq x1yrsyyn\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"x1b0d499 xuo83w3\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/rsrc.php\/v4\/yT\/r\/Dc7-7AgwkwS.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" \/>\u00a0082 346 3731<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x9f619 x1ja2u2z x78zum5 x2lah0s x1n2onr6 x1nhvcw1 x1qjc9v5 xozqiw3 x1q0g3np xyamay9 xykv574 xbmpl8g x4cne27 xifccgj\">\n<div class=\"x9f619 x1n2onr6 x1ja2u2z x78zum5 xdt5ytf x2lah0s x193iq5w xeuugli xsyo7zv x16hj40l x10b6aqq x1yrsyyn\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"x1b0d499 xuo83w3\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/rsrc.php\/v4\/yE\/r\/2PIcyqpptfD.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" \/>\u00a0harties@devettemossel.co.za<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Who says you need salty sea air and crashing waves to enjoy an authentic beach-style seafood feast? At De Vette Mossel Harties, the ocean comes to you\u2014right in the heart of the bushveld! With its relaxed, barefoot-friendly vibe and open-fire seafood buffet, this hidden gem has been serving up coastal flavors since 2012. 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