Johannesburg - Mother’s Day (May 8) attractions in and around Johannesburg will not disappoint.
From scrumptious dining at Clico Restaurant, to award-winning hospitality and spa at Valley Lodge & Spa, to the ultimate family-friendly safari at Tau Game Lodge, choices abound…
Valley Lodge & Spa in Magaliesburg offers an ideal package to show appreciation for the most important woman in our lives, comprising:
1 night stay with Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and a bottle of chardonnay
(Valid For 06 – 08 May 2016 Only):
Standard rooms: R3220.00 per couple;
Luxury rooms: R3450.00 per couple;
Superior rooms: R3675.00 per couple.
Children’s Rate Luxury Room only:
No charge for children 0-06 years of age.
R1070.00 per child per night 07-12 years of age;
Adult Single rate for children 13 years and up.
Chef Wayne Walkinshaw and his team will again create delectable dining choices to celebrate the special occasion.
Treat Mom to some quality time in the magnificent Spa, enjoy a glass of bubbly, take in the sublime hydro facilities and simply recline on the private banks of the Magalies River meandering through this magical garden property.
www.valleylodge.co.za
Clico Restaurant in Rosebank, Johannesburg offers delectable menu choices and wine pairing to create an unforgettable occasion, orchestrated by Gert Nel, head chef, and his creative team.
The Mother’s Day 4-course menu @ R485 per person – with optional wine pairing @ R40 per course - comprises:
Steamed mussels with fresh cream gremolata - suggested Stellenrust chenin blanc wine pairing;
Marinated black mushrooms and artichoke salad with goat’s cheese and brown butter vinaigrette – suggested La Vierge Last Temptation Riesling pairing;
Mustard crumble rack of lamb with a lamb jus, smoked tomato and olive mash, onion strings and sautéed baby spinach - Creation Syrah as suggested wine pairing;
White chocolate espuma cake, candied rose petals, peach jellies, peach and vodka ice cream, and hazelnut shards - De Grendel mcc is the chef’s suggested wine choice.
Mother’s Day Children’s menu (up to 12-years old) @ R115 per child:
Mini burgers, chicken or beef, served with chips and salad
OR Fish and Chips;
Dessert: Chocolate brownies with cream or ice cream
OR Trio of ice cream with chocolate sauce
Dietary requirements and banting are catered for by prior arrangement – please remind your waiter on arrival. Reservations required to avoid disappointment.
Clico Restaurant was opened in October 2015, and is a beautiful new addition to Clico Boutique Hotel, along with a refurbished kitchen as well as a new guest parking area – the restaurant is open to the public.
www.clicohotel.com
Tau Game Lodge in the Madikwe Reserve offers the perfect luxe safari experience to treasure for many years to come.
Tau Mother’s Day – and Winter - package starts from R2,950 per person sharing per night. Book a 3rd night and get the following spa treatment free, valued at R350 per person: a complimentary Back and Neck OR relaxing Foot Massage (30 minutes) per adult.
All packages include:
Accommodation, 3 meals per day, 2 game drives per day for adults and children aged 6-11 years; a Tau USB memory stick to store your photographic memories.
Rates Exclude: park entrance fees of R170 per person, bed levy of R10 per person per night, return flights to Madikwe, airport taxes and airstrip fees (R60 per person landing), all items ordered from the bar, mini-bar, telephone and internet usage, laundry, gratuities, curios, etc.
Whilst Tau remains a popular romantic destination, it also offers ideal family-friendly packages and the delicious comfort food always proves popular with guests.
http://www.taugamelodge.co.za/WebCams.asp - follow the easy steps to log onto the Wild Earth server - and view more at www.taugamelodge.co.za
Adapted from a press release for IOL