Le Petit Manoir
the once August house on the Franschhoek Main Street is finally nearing completion having hoped to open in April 2018.
The Le Petit Manoir accommodation offering is said to offer those staying at Le Petit Manoir, 180-degree views of the Franschhoek Mountains in one of their 4 suites.
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Over and above the 10 million Rand property investment on purchasing the property the three partners have created a whole new facade and Franschhoek village offering, with the addition of a deli with small plate lunches and a fine dining restaurant which will service non-staying guests as well as those in-house.
The chef at Le Petit Manoir is non-other than Kevin Grobler.
Well known in the culinary world for stints at Delaire Graff, Cavalli and Terroir but most recognisably and indicative of the style and quality to be offered by chef Grobler at Le Petit Manoir is one star Michelin contemporary South African restaurant JAN.
[ RELATED : JAN RETAINS IT’S MICHELIN STAR FOR 2017. ]
Which he was at the helm at predominately considering the year Chef Jan Hendrik would have had travelling, promoting JAN, getting married, creating a bi-annual journal and of course pop up restaurants and event here in South Africa.
In a release announcing Chef Groblers appointment we were told:
Franschhoek has always been a special place for Kevin, as the beautiful town occupies some of the country’s top chefs along with its extended list of spectacular restaurants.
Moving back so soon was not part of the plan but after a brief meeting with Frank and the team, the passion and dedication was contagious, and Kevin knew immediately that he wanted to be a part of the inspiring new journey at Le Petit Manoir.
With this, Kevin brings a wide range of culinary skills and experience to the table that we cannot wait to see unfold.
It has been said before that winning a Michelin Star is harder than winning an Oscar, and whilst we don’t know much about Hollywood, a very modest Kevin explains that it takes extreme hard work and perseverance and that maintaining the award is even harder than receiving it but with a dedicated team aspiring towards the same goal, it can be achieved.
Having held onto the prestigious title for three years, foodies around South Africa will be waiting in line to indulge in the ultimate fine dining experience with its exquisite European flair.
The excitement continues as Kevin uncovers what we could expect to see at Le Petit Manoir.
The European ideals of keeping it simple, clean and sensational will shine through with the quality of the local produce being the heart of every dish.
Without giving away too much, Kevin sneakily reveals an intriguing mouth-watering dish that could top the menu and sums it up in merely seven words; “think chicken livers, charred onion and caviar…” and now let your imagination and taste buds run wild.
From the Le Petit Manoir online reservation system both accommodation and dining reservations, which appear to be dinner only, open in August 2018.
The four Le Petit Manoir suites are fitted with an extra length king size bed, en-suite bathroom, Nespresso machine with complimentary teas & coffees, Smeg mini-bar, fire place, safe, aircon, telephone and Wi-Fi.
As well as access to a private pool and breakfast, with rates starting at R4200.00 a night.