THIS year marks the 30th anniversary of the opening of the Grande Roche Hotel; a remarkable milestone for this celebrated address in the Paarl winelands. And with the town first named for the ‘pearls’ of granite which shimmer on the mountain slopes above, it’s by happy coincidence that the ‘pearl’ is also widely celebrated as the symbol for 30 years of marriage.
It’s certainly been an eventful three decades, and after the two turbulent years of the Covid-19 pandemic owners Hansie and Theresa Britz – Paarl residents who bought the property in 2019 – are thrilled to once again welcome guests and locals to a re-energised Grande Roche Hotel.
Perhaps the most exciting new development comes with the appointment of Kevin Grobler as Head Chef of the Restaurant at Grande Roche. The hotel has long enjoyed a reputation as a destination for gourmands, and Grobler’s arrival in the kitchen marks a pivotal moment in that journey.
The talented chef’s illustrious career includes leading the kitchens of Michelin-starred restaurant JAN in Nice, as well as the acclaimed Delaire Graff Restaurant in Stellenbosch. At Grande Roche the refreshed restaurant space offers a sense of heritage grandeur with contemporary touches, and a menu built on both seasonality, experience and innovation.
The menu sees the inclusion of prawn ravioli, confit duck and cranberry terrine, and cured salmon trout for starters; fried potato mille-feuille, char sui pork belly, and duo of fish – grilled and tartare for mains; and yoghurt panna cotta, chocolate fondant, and grilled pineapple with sea-buckthorn sorbet for desserts. View the full menu here.
In addition, the hotel’s bar has commemorated their 30th year anniversary by concocting a very special cocktail, aptly name the Pearl of Paarl – a fragrant and fruity, perfect for a sundowner, cocktail.
For overnight guests the hotel’s spacious suites offer an elegant address amid the vineyards of Paarl. While each suite offers its own unique charm, a celebration of both local flora and the farm’s rich history is a common thread throughout the property. Wooden beams and exposed thatch neatly encapsulate the rich winelands heritage of Grande Roche, while striking fynbos-inspired signature wallpapers provide a vibrant splash of colour.
To celebrate the hotel’s 30th anniversary Grande Roche is offering two fantastic accommodation packages for guests to experience all that the hotel has to offer.
Grande Roche 30th Anniversary Package #1
- One night’s accommodation for two guests in a Terrace Suite [breakfast included]
- Sunset canapés and signature cocktail of the day
- A four-course gourmet dinner experience at the Restaurant at Grande Roche
- A bottle of selected Under Oaks estate wine to be enjoyed with dinner
Priced at R5 450.00, based on 2 persons sharing
Grande Roche 30th Anniversary Package #2
- One night’s accommodation for two guests in a Terrace Suite [breakfast included]
- Sunset canapés and signature cocktail of the day
- A 4-course gourmet dinner experience at Grande Roche Restaurant
- A bottle of selected Under Oaks estate wine to be enjoyed with dinner
- A 60-minute couples’ massage
Priced at R6 950.00, based on 2 persons sharing
Both packages may be extended upon request, with additional nights booked at a cost of R3 850.00 per night, including accommodation and breakfast.
Valid from 1 March 2023 – 30 June 2023 and subject to availabilitity. Terms and conditions apply.
For booking enquiries, email info@granderoche.co.za or call call +27 [0]21 863 5100. Also enquire about the beautiful High Teas on offer as well as Chef Grobler’s monthly Food & Wine Celebration Dinners.
For more information about Grande Roche Hotel and Grande Roche Restaurant, visit www.granderoche.com or email info@granderoche.com. The Grande Roche Hotel is located at 1 Plantasie Street, Paarl.
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