Theresa's Culinary Getaway

Celebrating life … A winters tale in the wine-lands …. The Eatery at Winshaw Vineyards serving exquisite food with beautiful flair and ambience

Special when friends invite you into their beautiful space doing one of Spain’s most popular dishes - PAELLA

Loving this comfort one pot wonder!!

So many interpretations/ just a guideline of ingredients then follow your instinct!!

Ingredients

1/4 C Olive Oil
1 big onion finely chopped
1 red bell pepper
3 garlic cloves
bayleave
1 t paprika
pinch of saffron
1/2 C white wine
5 C chicken stock
4 bone chicken thighs cut into bite sizes
2 C spanish rice ( arborio)
1 lemon
big handful of chopped parsley
6 roma tomatoes finely diced
Add seafood to your liking
firm white fish
calamari
prawns
mussels
salt&pepper
more lemons to garnish

Discovering hidden gems while searching for a new culinary getaway, bring
me so much joy and fulfillment.

I had an amazing experience visiting the beautiful village of BARRYDALE in The Klein Karoo… in awe of our country and its people. Very excited taking my group of ladies on this journey later this year.

This is just a glimpse of what awaits.

Experiencing a pause in life…

Our lunch club treated ourselves to an exquisite fine dining lunch at the elegant Petite La Colombe located on the Leeu Estate in Franschoek.

It was a feast for the senses, offering a delicious and very satisfying experience

Embark on a culinary adventure with us at JD BISTRO alongside the talented Renee Daneel ( chef and owner)
Picture Perfect dishes served admist the rustic charm of the countryside ambiance where every bite were a testament to Renee’s skill and passion for cooking.

West Coast Escape - Gladly sharing these beautiful places and spaces with you

The Olive Tree Villa - Yzerfontein
Tucked among Olive Trees offering unparalleled vistas of the ocean
A haven for rejuvenation of mind, body and soul.
An oasis celebrating contemporary design boasting stunning interior and top notch equipment.

Villa Kersbos - Dwarskersbos
Fell in love with the neutral tones, textures
simplicity and stylish interior
Contemporary beach house living with amazing views of the ocean
indoor/outdoor fireplaces
swimming pool & wood fired hottub
This is a must stay for my next getaway!

Another 6 SHADES OF RECIPES
get-together from our lunch club.

Scroll down to see who prepared what dishes!

Venue Christine Capendale .. perfect peaceful setting for sharing, caring and meaningful conversations to flourish

A feast for the senses …. Italian Easter Table Escape demonstration by the evergreen Claire Lake followed by inspired delicious Italian dishes prepared by Rivergate Farm

LUNCH CLUB RECIPE FUN!

A casual lunch invite among 6 friends, evolved into a lunch club named
SIX SHADES OF RECIPES….

What a delightful experience sharing and cooking our best recipes that is perfect for easy entertaining.

I will gladly share this from time to time

This was our first and second get together

A FEW DAYS OF GASTRONOMIC DELIGHTS….

We embarked on a culinary adventure through the picturesque region of Robertson & Bonnievale where every moment is a feast for the senses.


Field Kitchen

Restaurant

No secret my love for Italy… the things i love most about Italian food culture is the celebration of simplicity …
Easy entertaining- had to share this

EGGPLANT ROTOLO RAGU

2 T olive oil
2 carrots /1 big onion / 2 celery stalks
3 garlic cloves
600 g beef and pork mince mixed
1 C red wine
1 can of tomatoes
1 T italian herbs / 2 T tomato paste
3 big 🍆 eggplants
50 g grated parmesan
150 g ricotta
Chopped parsley and lemon zest to serve
Salt & Pepoer

Heat oil add chopped carrot,onion,celery and garlic.. saute slowly for 5 min.
Add mince, herbs, tomato paste,tin of tomatoes and wine.
Cook/simmer slowly for 2 hours.
(the way the Italians do)

Thinly slice the eggplants lengthways.
Drizzle with olive oil and cook them in batches in a frypan till slightly golden.
Drain on paper towel. Cool slightly.

Transfer the ragu to a serving dish and roll up the eggplants and push them into the ragu mixture.
Top with the parmesan / ricotta flavored with parsley and lemon zest
Bake for 10-15 minutes and serve with penne pasta or crusty bread
Saluté

Exploring and rediscovering off the beaten places in the countryside is always such a wonderful adventure.
Today in the village of Napier I experienced a treasure trove of places and people… antique shop, ceramic artist, most amazing fig farm, best fresh tomatoes ( gift from the antique shop) freshly baked bread from a wood fire oven.
Fell in love all over again with the beautiful shabby chic full of soul eatery
JD BISTRO where i enjoyed a delicious lunch!!
Hope you enjoy my day of exploration and pics!

A glimpse of what awaits in 2024 visiting the exquisite island Sardinia.

Another fabulous foodie adventure with incredible cuisine, traditions and a touch of glamor

I enjoy creating table settings for my friends on special occasions or casual visits. It’s a creative outlet that brings joy to gatherings

My Culinary Affair with the evergreen and beautiful Halfaampieskraal

If you are in search of “la dolce vita” this is the place to be!

A unique gastronomic experience with amazing ambiance and style.

Plenty of reasons to love what i am doing !

Final getaway for 2023 in the beautiful Overberg

DAY 1
Winetasting and lunch in the hemel & aarde valley

Cooking demo at Christine’s Food Studio
Hermanus - Fab festive food for summer entertaining

Tablesetting and Styling done by me

Our 5th year reunion with this amazing group of ladies - celebrating my secretgetaway … yes sometimes one just needs to get off the beaten track and breathe deeply

The start of our road trip to Robertson - be sure when visiting the amazing wine region to put this one on your itinerary

Delicious food and winetasting experience !
Kapokbos for the gourmet traveller

Once a year HALFAAMPIESKRAAL in the beautiful country side of the Overberg invite and welcome you to enjoy a MEZZE lunch on the farm.

For a short while you are transported to enjoy Greece on a plate

Superlative cuisine beautifully presented in a charming and quirky atmosphere with like- minded people who appreciate and love people like Jan- Georg and team doing the ordinary….. extraordinary!!

A magical day spent at The Spice Route in Paarl @ Brenda’s

The artichoke workshop was presented by The Wine Hive ( a unique wine bar celebrating South African and Italian wines) followed by a delicious and delectable lunch prepared by them.

Another beautiful day spent with like minded foodie friends

Our yearly road-tripping with my foodie friend Christine Capendale.

The evergreen Babylonstoren and our beautiful mother city Cape Town ( the new 7 wonders of the world)

DAY 4 and …..

In search of LA DOLCE VITA
A few more highlights of Salento the southern region of Puglia with its unique gastronomic, cultural and religious traditions.

A destination to inspire and delight!

DAY 3

PUGLIA in which every colour is a mood, a world, an inspiration, as these are the colours of Salento. Deep, indescent, rough edged, full of emotions and shades.

The food of Puglia is authentic, direct and deeply seductive

DAY 2
MONOPOLI- our 3 night stay in an ancient fortress restored and furnished with elegance

Visiting the villages of
OSTUNI
POLIGNANO A MARE

Cooking today … history, tranquility and a touch of luxury in simplicity at a Masseria that has been revived as a charming boutique hotel surrounded by 24 acres of olive groves, citrus and almond trees

The food of Puglia is authentic, simple, direct and deeply seductive

It is with great pleasure i welcome you to beautiful PUGLIA. A landscape dotted with lovely villages, whitewashed houses, ancient churches, magnificent palaces, narrow alleys,splendid views of the Adriatic sea.

Follow me and my culinary group on another amazing 7 day trip into this charming and luxury getaway.

DAY 1 TRANI
Coastal Trani is a Mediterranean beauty … 2 days at leisure to unwind and relax before we start our journey ……

AT THE TABLE OF SUPER TALENTED SANDY’S COOKING CLASS
where like minded ladies gathered….

We learned to cook

- One pot wonders
- Brought home new skills and ideas

Unique memories saying goodbye
to one of our dear cooking
sisters that passed away this week

Let me walk you through these dishes bursting with flavors and deliciousness

Autumn in the Overberg
Exploring beautiful places and spaces

Our 3-day ESCAPE to the beautiful arty village Riebeek Kasteel
A luxurious getaway enjoying the superlative delicacies of earthy food and wines!

Savour these memories with my amazing group of ladies that will last a lifetime

During February i am busy planning my getaway to the amazing PUGLIA with 10 ladies ( fully booked)

A visit to the adorable quaint village of Riebeeck Kasteel - a walk in the vineyards- tasting wine and olive oils (will post this experience beginning March)

Then some pics of my love language- gathering of people around my table - enjoying the company of friends and food…

Life is beautiful

Baby Shower for Robyn ….
Mother - to - be for Hannah
Amazing location with lush gardens overlooking the sea @ Campsbay Retreat
The world was painted PINK and dazzled with beauty and style

We were treated with delectable canapes, live music and a harvest table loaded with delicious platters of food