Whether you're joining us at the restaurant or enjoying your favourite Franschhoek Cellar wine at home, we're here to make your January memorable.
Blackboard special: Seafood and sip
Seafood Basket and a glass of Franschhoek Cellar Sauvignon Blanc for R220. Sunshine, fresh air, and a seafood feast to match. This month's Blackboard Special pairs the taste of the sea with the warmth of the valley – the perfect way to ease into the new year.
Available all January at the Franschhoek Cellar Restaurant.
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Recipe of the month: Chef Karen's crispy buttermilk fried chicken burger
Bring a taste of Franschhoek home with our chef’s favourite indulgence. Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavour – this burger has become a crowd favourite at our restaurant.
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 4 chicken fillets
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp each: salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika
- 1⁄2 tsp each: dried thyme, black pepper Splash of hot sauce (optional)
Coating
- 11⁄2 cups flour
- 1/4 cup cornflour
- 1 tsp each: baking powder, salt, smoked paprika
- 1⁄2 tsp each: garlic powder, black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
Method
To make
- Whisk together marinade ingredients, add chicken, and chill for 2 hours or overnight.
- Mix coating ingredients. Dredge chicken in flour mix. (Tip: double dip in buttermilk + flour for extra crunch)
- Fry a small test strip, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Fry chicken at ±170°C for 6-8 minutes, until deep golden and cooked through.
To serve
Serve in toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a dollop of sauce (made with mayo, buttermilk, mustard, lemon, honey, salt, and pepper).
A rosé to remember
The Franschhoek Cellar Club House Rosé is a favourite from the very first sip... and the next. Pale blush in the glass, bright and refreshing on the palate, with notes of cherries, red berries, and a hint of spice – our Club House Rosé brings Provence-style elegance to the heart of the Franschhoek Valley. Enjoy it chilled on the patio, at the picnic table, or anywhere the sunshine finds you.
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