Global culinary icons Margot Henderson OBE (Rochelle Canteen, London), Rose Chalalai Singh (Rose Kitchen, Paris), Fergus Henderson OBE (St John, London) and Hector Henderson (Rochelle Canteen) will be in South Africa for the inaugural Chefs In Residence at the Twee Jonge Gezellen estate in Tulbagh in the Cape winelands towards the end of February.
Known for its historic Krone Cap Classique wines, the estate has long drawn artists to their Artists in Residence programme. They'll now also be drawing chefs for a chefs residency programme — the first of its kind in South Africa.
The chefs were recently at Twee Jonge Gezellen, and will now spend a few more days with ticket-buying guests for two curated lunches over two days. Their menu will consist of their celebrated classics with a twist, honouring the local produce they select from neighbouring farmers and Twee Jonge Gezellen, as well as Nguni cattle and biodynamically grown vegetables from the Reyneke estate.
The lunches are designed to feel like family affairs, and are likely to attract local residents and international visitors alike. Chefs Henderson and Chalalai Singh, who've enjoyed cooking together numerous times before and have worked with famous galleries, artists and brands that include Gagosian, Thaddaeus Ropac and Miuccia Prada, will be joined by Margot’s husband Fergus and son, Hector.
Along with their good food, the Hendersons are known for featuring indigenous ingredients and elevating simple dishes.
Chalalai Singh is known for her creation of playful experiences and her intense sense of flavour. Working beyond the constraints and comforts of a traditional restaurant and their own spaces, the Hendersons and Chalalai Singh will engage with local chefs from Table 7 restaurant in Salt River, Cape Town. Lunch includes a selection of wines from Twee Jonge Gezellen, Reyneke and Porseleinberg.
Tickets are limited to four for each guest and only 60 seats are available each day.
You may add a car transfer from Cape Town to Tulbagh to your lunch reservation. The meals will be served on Monday February 24 at 13:00 or on Tuesday February 25 at 17:00
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