{"id":115072,"date":"2024-08-14T04:30:32","date_gmt":"2024-08-14T04:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/?p=115072"},"modified":"2024-08-14T07:23:13","modified_gmt":"2024-08-14T07:23:13","slug":"bantry-bays-best-kept-secret-botany-cafe-at-the-president-hotel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/bantry-bays-best-kept-secret-botany-cafe-at-the-president-hotel\/","title":{"rendered":"Bantry Bay\u2019s Best-Kept Secret – Botany Caf\u00e9 at The President"},"content":{"rendered":"

Botany Caf\u00e9, The President Hotel\u2019s newly refurbished caf\u00e9 brings a fresh and wholesome dining experience to Bantry Bay. Inspired by Karen Dudley\u2019s The Kitchen, the deli-style eatery boasts fresh daily menus with flavour and sustainability at the forefront. The approachable cuisine, down-to-earth atmosphere and contemporary charm provide an idyllic setting for a leisurely lunch or bubbly and brunch gathering at this coastal attraction.<\/p>\n

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Beyond the food concept, the hotel\u2019s ethos celebrates all things local, down to the interior design.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Keeping in line with the hotel\u2019s commitment to being \u2018Cape Town\u2019s most-loved hotel\u2019, The President<\/a> is diversifying various spaces and offerings throughout the luxury establishment, including the remodelled caf\u00e9. Surrounded by lush greenery and earthy tones, the gorgeous interiors pay homage to the caf\u00e9\u2019s namesake and the region\u2019s rich history.<\/p>\n

Botany Caf\u00e9 draws its name from \u2018Botany Bay\u2019 \u2013 now known as \u2018Bantry Bay’ \u2013 inspired by the botanical garden planted in this bay for medicinal plants and herbs in the early 1800s. With an average of 290 wind-free sunny days per year, it\u2019s still the perfect micro-climate to enjoy a sunny lunch spot during winter.<\/p>\n

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A Culinary Experience Curated with Love<\/h4>\n

At the heart of Botany Caf\u00e9 is the hotel\u2019s head chef and curator of flavours, Sergio Adams, and his talented team. With a rich background in culinary arts and locally inspired cuisine, the team brings their passion for creating wholesome meals to Botany Caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n

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Inspired by culinary doyenne Karen Dudley’s The Kitchen, the menu celebrates diverse flavours and wholesome, plant-forward dishes. \u201cWe wanted to have pleasing, fresh flavours that are familiar yet different. These flavours represent how we like to eat in Cape Town \u2013 inspiration from around the world combined with local flavours. It\u2019s all about mixing it up and combining contrasting flavours to create something unique and exciting,\u201d\u00a0says Botany\u2019s culinary team.<\/p>\n

The menu is never static; it evolves daily to showcase the freshest, locally sourced ingredients.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Each day, guests can enjoy a selection of five different seasonal salads, that are made with love and are perfect as a deli plate or for takeaway. The caf\u00e9 also offers five varieties of sandwiches daily, crafted with wood-fired bread from The Woodstock Bakery. This bread is slow-fermented and hand-shaped from superior stone-ground flour, ensuring you taste the quality in each bite.<\/p>\n

Current favourite items are the juicy Love Sandwich, all the salads (Kale Salad, Parmesan Cauliflower, Sumac Greens and Tabbouleh, and more) and, of course, the caf\u00e9’s famous World Peace Brownies! A popular combination is the Shared Platter, a selection of deli favourites which can be shared between friends, giving you a taste of everything on offer.<\/p>\n

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For those seeking heartier options, the menu includes a mix of favourites such as the \u2018tart of the day\u2019, terrine, honey mustard sausages, Balochi kebab, kimchi fritters, Arayes (Middle Eastern stuffed pitas) and Involtini di Melanzane (eggplant roll-ups). And if you have a sweet tooth, you can indulge in the delectable array of treats, including fudge, cheesecake, doughnuts, tarts and cakes. To complement the food, there\u2019s a selection of freshly squeezed juices, teas and coffees, perfect for any time of the day.<\/p>\n

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Freshness & Flavour With Each Bite<\/h4>\n

The menu is never static; it evolves daily to showcase the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. This dynamic approach ensures that each visit offers a unique and delightful adventure, reflecting the hotel\u2019s commitment to innovation and quality.<\/p>\n

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Botany Caf\u00e9 will also launch a picnic pantry, allowing patrons to stock and savour deli favourites at home, from pickles to preserves, jams, relishes, party nuts, and delicious sandwich and salad additions like mustards and pestos. You can even order your favourite dishes to serve at home to your own guests. They will also be stocking your favourite merch \u2013 a selection of MIIR drinkware and the beloved Karen Dudley recipe books.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur vision is to curate a memorable culinary experience by engaging all the senses and creating a space where guests can connect with our chefs, the food, and the surroundings. A vibrant deli-style caf\u00e9, where the enticing aroma of Bootlegger coffee and freshly prepared dishes greet you upon arrival. A counter overflowing with a selection of sweet and savoury mouthwatering dishes to draw you in. A space where people can share a true passion for food, sustainability and wholesome eating,\u201d says Reinard Korf, the hotel\u2019s General Leader.<\/p>\n

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The Finishing Touches<\/h4>\n

Beyond the food concept, the hotel\u2019s ethos celebrates all things local, down to the interior design. \u201cBuilding on The President\u2019s ongoing transformation to a more resort feel, the designers, Source IBA, worked with the hotel team to transition this space into a beautiful, Instagram-worthy caf\u00e9 and deli space. They embraced a ‘soft modern’ aesthetic, characterised by clean lines with some curvaceous elements and restrained colours with tactile finishes, ranging from hand-rendered walls, hand-glazed tiles and timber furniture,\u201d says Mardre Meyer, the Creative Director at Source IBA.<\/p>\n

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Earthy tones radiate throughout the caf\u00e9\u2019s interiors, from the limewashed walls to the kombu green tiles and the Monstera plants that grace wall niches, offering a tranquil atmosphere for casual dining occasions and social gatherings. Trendy terrazzo granite stone counters and modern accents like brass pendant lights breathe life into the tranquil yet elevated atmosphere.<\/p>\n

Surrounded by lush greenery and earthy tones, the gorgeous interiors pay homage to the caf\u00e9\u2019s namesake and the region\u2019s rich history.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

With cosy heating and comfortable seating, not even winter could keep you from visiting this dining destination. During summer, patrons are invited to sit near the terrace, where poolside views and the Atlantic Ocean seascape immediately draw you in.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe hope guests have an exceptional experience every time they visit. We want them to feel the warmth of our hospitality and the passion behind everything we offer at \u2018Cape Town\u2019s most loved hotel.\u2019 Whether Botany Caf\u00e9 is their go-to spot after a walk on the promenade, or their favourite spot for meetings, social gatherings or brunch, we want to create a space where they feel inspired, nourished and relaxed and keep coming back for more,\u201d adds Korf.<\/p>\n

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Experience Botany Caf\u00e9 at The President Hotel. Visit the website below for restaurant and accommodation bookings and follow them on social media for upcoming events.<\/i><\/p>\n

presidenthotel.co.za<\/a> | Facebook<\/a> | Instagram<\/a> | TikTok<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Botany Caf\u00e9, The President Hotel\u2019s newly refurbished caf\u00e9 brings a fresh and wholesome dining experience to Bantry Bay. Inspired by Karen Dudley\u2019s The Kitchen, the deli-style eatery boasts fresh daily menus with flavour and sustainability at the forefront. The approachable cuisine, down-to-earth atmosphere and contemporary charm provide an idyllic setting for a leisurely lunch or bubbly and brunch gathering at this coastal attraction. Beyond the food concept, the hotel\u2019s ethos celebrates all things local, down to the interior design. Keeping […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4098],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-115072","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-general"],"acf":[],"brand_slug":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/115072","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=115072"}],"version-history":[{"count":29,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/115072\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":115238,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/115072\/revisions\/115238"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=115072"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=115072"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=115072"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}