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Two Colombes
When we first started planning our Winelands
adventure, one restaurant constantly topped
searches for the area’s best dining - La Colombe
(The Dove). Critics from around the world heaped
superlatives on the innovative dishes, playful plat-
ing and theatrical experience shaped by chef-
owner Scot Kirton and chef James Gaag. TripAdvi-
sor reviewers agreed, ranking La Colombe high
among the top 25 fine dining experiences in the
world in recent years.
More research and we learned there are two
Colombes - the flagship in Constantia and La Pe-
tite Colombe in Franschhoek with Chef John Nor-
ris Rogers, a La Colombe alum, at the helm. What
good news since we would be staying in both
places. So when the opportunity arose to try both,
we didn’t hesitate.
During our evenings with the polished teams at
each Colombe, we indulged in nine-course chef
menus paired with wine. Both were amazing, each
with individual delights. Reasonably priced (about
$150 per person) compared to others similarly
lauded, these restaurants totally merit their stel-
lar reputations.
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