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A
SPECIAL OCCASIONS EVENT
A
scintillating evening at D'oreale Grande Hotel in
Aurelia's Restaurant in Gauteng took place in the sparkling setting of the vibrant Emperors Palace.
South Africa's top Food & Home magazine
will gives us a peak of the evening in their forthcoming issue...
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THE
EMPORERS PALACE
HOTEL CASINO CONVENTION RESORT
D'oreale
Grande Hotel
Luxurious
and elegant, situated just minutes from Oliver Thambo International Airport,
five star D'oreale Grande has become the choice for discerning
travellers, for those needing to be cosseted and
cared for. A great weekend destination! Stunning
brunches, alfresco lunches on the terrace, cocktails at
Neptune's Bar, dinner at Aurelia's and later, glamorous
entertainment, just a stroll away.
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From
the moment you arrive, impeccable attention to detail is
impressive.
Opulent
diamond marbled floors, glowing gold capped columns and faux balconies
of bronze are set between windows with their soaring arches. Hand crafted
furniture, rich Persian rugs and the soft colours of cream, gold
and burgundy surround you with an aura of elegant serenity.
The
scene is set for the Special Occasions French Colonial dinner at Aurelia's.
Crescent shaped Aurelia's
restaurant where ivory
orchids are captured in glass, glowing lights, pale cream
linens
and a splendid seven course dinner is masterminded by Executive Chef
Milton Romi-Babani and presented by his superb team. |
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Homard
Potage Presse, deeply flavoured lobster soup with quenelles and whipped cream. Superb Uitkyk
Estate
Wines complement each course with distinction. |
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Founded
in 1712, Uitkyk,
pronounced '8-cake', meaning panoramic view, is perched on the slopes of
the Simonsberg Mountains near Stellenbosch. Uitkyk commands spectacular
views of Table Mountain and the surrounding Peninsula, reflecting the
majesty and grace of these vistas.
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The
spectacular dinner presented
by Sous Chef Stuart Cason, Jnr Sous Chef Atma Mahadea and their team
begins with Thon Médaillon au Fenouil
d’Asperges. Velvety, fresh red tuna medallions,
in a black pepper, chopped parsley, black and white sesame seed
crust is served with a
chilled roasted fennel and asparagus salad with a truffle oil
dressing, paired with Uitkyk Sauvignon Blanc 2005, a delicate and
herbaceous flavoured wine, grown and made on the Uitkyk Wines estate
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Fricassée
aux Champignons Sauvages. Morels,
cèpes and piffling mushrooms are sautéed with onions and tossed with a light crème fraîche, served in a golden vol-au-vent (puff
pastry), sumptuous with the striking Uitkyk Chardonnay 2005.
  
 Sorbet
Crème de Cassis. A refreshing
taste
for the palate. Choose from Canard
à l‘Orange or Entrecôte
au Bordeaux.
Roasted duck in a fruity citrus sauce with fresh green beans, snow
peas and broccoli sprigs, served on melting potatoes Anna
and paired with the full bodied and dignified Uitkyk Cabernet
Sauvignon Shiraz 2002. Or, if you prefer, a grilled sirloin of beef
topped with bone marrow and a red wine reduction, served with a
Provençal Galette and fresh green asparagus. Uitkyk Carlonet
2001, a Cabernet Sauvignon blend is the perfect wine to serve with this robust
dish.
Choix
de Fromages. The
cheeses from Simonsberg
are the peak of perfection, ripe, yielding and creamy with a full, rich
flavour. Cambrieni, Brie and Camembert, all crafted by master cheesemakers
in leafy historic Stellenbosch, served with chilled plump grapes, preserved
figs and Melba toast. Soufflé
au Grand Marnier,
light as a feather, apple chips and a bitter chocolate
mousse.
Sample the
Choix de Café from
House of Coffees at the coffee buffet set up in their adjoining cosy
lounge, where the knowledgeable barista will guide you through the veritable galaxy of
styles of coffee. Fragrant blends for all tastes; medium and mild, choose Jamaican. The ground
beans are sourced in the Caribbean.
Costa Rica showcases its Latin origin to deliver a taste full of flavour
and that unmistakable House of Coffees aroma. Impressive VIP Gold offers
coffee lovers the pinnacle of taste. Only the finest blends
are selected and roasted to perfection to deliver this smooth
and rounded medium roasted blend.
Served
with French
Chocolates and Petits Fours.
Crunchy Brandy Snap with
pistachio cream, crisp almond biscotti, strawberry kebabs, coffee meringue
and almond springrolls dipped in chocolate.
 Savour
Uitkyk's premier and
award winning estate brandy, Grand Reserve,
distilled, matured 10 years in oak casks and bottled on the
estate. A rare, exceptional brandy of great complexity
with an ideal wood balance and a palate brimming with fruit, vanilla and
spice. A brandy that is a fitting climax to an exquisite dinner
at Aurelia's.
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The suites at
D'oreale Grande are large and
luxurious.
The
classic premier and junior suites with walnut armoires and
capacious sleigh beds, gold and bronze brocaded quilts revealing pristine
white covers and linens in fine percale. Set in the sweeping bay windows
are comfortable chaise lounges overlooking the large azure pool.
  
Guests can choose from Premier rooms of Minerva and
Mercury or Presidential suites that are magnificent. A spacious lounge,
separate dining area for intimate breakfasts or entertaining. Your private chef can prepare a delicious brunch,
or light lunch in the
satellite kitchen.
  
Breakfast/brunch
a great beginning to the day...
Lashing
of smoked Scottish salmon with fresh dill on a light fluffy omelet
filled with sautéed shallots and young spinach leaves served with grilled
tomatoes topped with buttered mushrooms and potato croquets or have freshly made croissants
from the patisserie, delectable served with a smooth as silk salmon
cream cheese. Order a decadent crumpet tower with maple syrup,
strawberries and whipped farm cream.
Divine cambrieni from
Simonsberg can be exquisite
served absolutely plain with a slice of crisp rye toast or for a
special occasion drizzled with caramel and toasted nuts, which hardens to
a sweet brittle. Have fun with coffee, choose from the House of Coffees
Jamaican, something medium to mild but with a full body, or Costa Rica
full flavoured like its Latin origins, or for those that really
appreciate an exquisite coffee the VIP Gold, smooth well rounded and
roasted to perfection.
  
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Indulge at
the health and beauty spa, Octavia's Sensorium.
Enjoy the
sophisticated and fully equipped gymnasium, Swiss and Vichy showers,
expert massages with their hot stone therapy or the Indian head massage.
Take an invigorating sauna, a steam bath or relax in the heated mosaiced
Greco-Roman style spa
bath. From meticulous manicures and facials including the celebrated La
Prairie, and pampering body wraps - have you heard about their chocolate
mousse body wrap? The choice is infinite!
  
Chilled
glasses of Uitkyk Sauvignon Blanc with delicate herbaceous flavours,
served with an array of elegantly crafted nibbles. Lobster medallions on
a fennel apple salad served on Asian spoons, roses of smoked Scottish
salmon with a cucumber and caper relish, Thai roasted beef fillet with
radish and bamboo salad and a peanut dressing, Parma ham and rocket
with shaved parmesan cheese, roasted duck wraps with plum dressing.
Bars
in the suites are fully stocked, choose from the finest French
champagne and sparkling wines to the most sought after wines from
some the Cape's finest estates.
 
A cosy
spot just off the imposing atrium, where you can enjoy a piping hot
latte, among a wide and choice selection of coffees and teas with
sumptuous pastries or snacks from mid morning to late afternoon.
Much,
much later have pre dinner drinks at the bar and enjoy the
classical notes of the baby grand piano before an elegant dinner at Aurelia's.
   
A
gracious host, Jegie Padmanathan, General
Manager of Non-Gaming Emperors Palace, orchestrates, promotes and is proud of the
standard of excellence. "Caring service, attention to detail and
superb value for our scores of international visitors and
guests from greater Gauteng, who are always given a warm
welcome!"
Recently
the most thrilling event for Emperors Palace was receiving the
prestigious accolade of 'Africa’s Leading Casino Resort'
at the 13th Annual World Travel Awards. “Winning this
is a great honour. A fantastic affirmation from our associates
in the travel industry worldwide, a wonderful achievement. We
are very proud to bring an award of this significance home to
South Africa."
 
In
the months ahead celebrated chefs and consultants Garth
Stroebel and Paul Hartmann, are introducing a fascinating and
innovative concept for Aurelia's, classically styled
African fusion menu for a South African table, which is above all, a
melting pot of cultures. Fascinating and vibrant dishes
that will become a talking point.
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Alfresco
lunch beside the pool on the sweeping terrace under the spreading
market umbrellas on a lovely day!
  
Plump
king prawns with a touch of chilli, mustard vinegar, lacy parmesan crisps
and garlic croutons. Soft and
full bodied mozzarella interleaved with ripe tomatoes and fresh basil
pesto drizzled with a fruity olive oil. What could be more delightful served with
a chilled bottle of Uitkyk Chardonnay?
   
Cocktail
hour at Neptune's Bar, cutting edge cocktails and chilled soups in
glorious guises. A Bloody Mary with a twist; fresh oysters and celery.
Melon and salmon cream soup with salmon biltong and cherry tomatoes.
Watercress and apple soup with cucumber wrapped bread sticks.
Delicious
canapés; try camembert wraps in phyllo drizzled with
balsamic vinegar - a great party trick! Toasted bruschetta
topped with brie cheese, cajun chicken and apricot chutney. Parma ham is teamed with avocado and artichokes. Try grilled vegetables on piquant black
pepper feta or mozzarella with sundried tomatoes and pesto - adds a fresh
dimension to familiar tastes!
  
D'OREALE
GRANDE
Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort
P.O. Box 956, Kempton Park, 1620, South Africa
A Peermont Global Resort
Tel: (011) 928-1000
emperorspalace@emperorspalace.com
www.emperorspalace.com
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