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New Year's Eve at The Twelve Apostles' Azure
Launch into the new year with a luxurious dinner and bubbly extravaganza overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
Ring in the new year in style in Cape Town at the chic Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa’s Azure Restaurant. This seaside eatery is pulling out all the stops and corks for what promises to be a dazzling five-star festive NYE affair!
The party kicks off at sunset with a glass of Méthode Cap Classique and canapés while a marimba band provides some toe-tapping tunes to get the good vibes flowing, and revellers can expect to encounter oodles more live entertainment, including a magician, and treats before the main act of the evening.
Speaking of which, the headline performance of the soiree is certainly the six-course dinner, which will be served at 8pm. This indulgent feast starts off with a glass of Groote Post Brut Rosé Méthode Cap Classique and a selection of fresh West Coast oysters and seared tuna loin served with lime aioli.
MENU FOR THE 2014-2015 NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER AT THE TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL & SPA
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Spiced Prawn: Lentil Todka, Compressed Cucumber, Apple Relish, Cumin Yoghurt |
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Foie Gras Terrine: Pineapple, Pickled Baby Onions, Rum and Raisin Brioche |
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Crayfish and Apple Salad: Butter Poached Crayfish, Compressed Apple, Apple Cloud, Lime Crème Fraiche, Vanilla and Parsnip Puree |
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Quail: Spiced Breast, Confit Leg, Butternut Puree, Toasted Buckwheat Ragout King Oyster Mushroom, Toasted Walnut, Jus |
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Banbury Cake: Gorgonzola, Port Reduction |
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Burnt Banana Crèmeux: Espresso Bomb, White Chocolate Gel, Cherry Reduction, Salted Crumbs |
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Petits Fours: Passion Fruit Caramel, Chocolate Bon Bon, Strawberry Pâté De Fruit |
At midnight, party-goers will count down to 2015 with glasses of French Champagne to toast the occasion, and the fun doesn’t stop there. Afterward, revellers can join in the celebrations at the Leopard Bar where there will be live music and a DJ to take party-goers into the wee hours of the morning.
Alternatively, for those who have already made dinner plans and are looking for a stylish after-party, there is also a midnight countdown option at the Leopard Bar. For only R150p/p, patrons can enjoy a complimentary glass of MCC on arrival and join in the New Year’s merriment; there will also be an a la carte snack menu available at the bar.
BOOKING & PRICING FOR THE 2014-2015 NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER AT THE TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL & SPA
The six-course dinner will set you back R2200p/p (includes gratuity and a glass of French Champagne at 12am); drinks are for patrons own account. The midnight countdown option costs R150p/p and a minimum of four guests is required for table bookings; reservations at the Leopard Bar tables start from 7pm. Bookings can be made by contacting the Azure Restaurant at +27 (0)21 437 9029 or restaurants@12apostles.co.za; a 48-hour notice period is required for any dietary requirements.
The evening starts at 7pm and dinner will be served from 8pm. The dress code for the evening is elegant smart.
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Looking for New Year’s Eve alternatives? Have a gander at our 2014-2015 NYE overview.
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