Something South African About Food: An Introduction to South African Food and Wine - Rilegato

I was blessed to have been born in the extraordinary country that is South Africa, where from as early as I can remember I was introduced to the wealth of flavours and taste experiences that South Africa has to offer. From the simplest of Dutch style cooking to the complex marriage of flavours in Cape Malay cuisine I was fortunate to have access to this fusion of cultural cooking from a young age. From my early years living in Hillcrest outside of Durban to my frequent travels around the country, I have been privileged to have had first-hand experience of not only the wonderful food but also the excellent South African wines. Now living in Northern Ireland I have, with great pride, established a South African influenced Restaurant, Phezulu Bistro, in the coastal town of Bangor, County Down. Through the restaurant I have aspired and strived to bring the British and Irish public an introduction to South African cuisine. Proudly South African I believe that everyone should experience the breathtaking beauty and cultural diversity that South Africa has to offer. Based on my frequent journeys and culinary influences I have created this book to provide a simple introduction to South Africa and the cultural fusion of flavours. Beyond the food South Africa has earned itself a rightful place as one of the best wine producing countries on a global scale. With this success and achievement no winery has been more recognised and rewarded within South Africa than that of Nederburg. As a chef I believe that great food should be prepared and served with wine that truly compliments and highlights the delicate flavours within each dish. I believe Nederburg to be among the very best of wine producers and have partnered with them in the development of this book to bring you an introduction to both Traditional and Contemporary South African Cuisine.