(Image by HQ)
After a recent visit to HQ, it’s safe to say the singular restaurant formula is still thriving. Their juicy sirloin steaks are always prepared exactly as ordered, consistency being a real strong suit in the kitchen. The same goes for the delicious Parmesan-crusted Portobello mushrooms for vegetarians, drenched in their oh-so-good Café de Paris butter, as well as the starter cos lettuce salad, drizzled in their signature Dijon mustard dressing that has everyone trying to figure out the recipe.
Food24 got invited to one of HQ’s Fine Wining nights which takes place once a month. Each month a different wine farm gets involved for a wine pairing with HQ’s regular menu offering, with the addition of a dessert. At R295 per person, its real value for money for three courses, each paired with quality wine.
For added festivities, there’s always a social media competition running on the evening, so get creative with your photography and you could wine a bottle of wine.
Keep an eye out on HQ’s social media for details on the next #HQFineWining dinner, which will be paired with Creation wines.
Here is the schedule for the upcoming Fine Wining dinners:
5th July – Creation
2nd August – Diemersdal
6th September – Ken Forrester
4th October – Buitenverwachting
1st November – Cederberg
The three course meal costs R295 per person, and includes welcome drinks and canapés on arrival.
To book: 021 424 6373 or management@hqrestaurant.co.za
Sample menu:
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Aperitif
Roasted Garlic Crostini served with Herbed Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon
Kleine Zalze Brut MCC NV
Starter
A crisp salad of Cos and Iceberg leaves, toasted pine nuts,
parmesan shavings and dressed with a Dijon mustard vinaigrette.
Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Chenin Blanc 2016
Main
250g Sirloin wet aged for 32 days and grilled perfectly medium-rare, served
with skinny fries & Café de Paris Butter
Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon Barrel Matured 2013
or
(V) Portabella mushrooms stuffed with a rich Duxelle, gratinated with parmesan
cheese and served with skinny fries & Café de Paris Butter
Kleine Zalze Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon Barrel Matured 2013
Dessert
Camomile and Tonic Poached Pears with Grapefruit Sorbet and
Candied Grapefruit Chocolate Bark
Kleine Zalze Family Reserve Chenin Blanc 2015