FESTIVE SEASON 2015 REFRESHMENTS • DINING • SEASONAL SPECIALS • PRIVATE EVENTS

TAJ CAPE TOWN FESTIVE SEASON 2015

CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON WITH TAJ CAPE TOWN WELCOME TO OUR FESTIVE SEASON From November 2015 to February 2016 , Cape Town will come alive with a multitude of unique cultural events and jubilant celebrations, welcoming in summer, the end of the year and the beginning of a promising new one.

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Come enjoy this special time of year at the Taj Cape Town, where stunning venues, sumptuous meals and lively festivities await.

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REFRESHMENTS THE TWANKEY BAR • THE LOBBY LOUNGE • PENDOCK WINE GALLERY

complemented by craft beers from local artisan breweries, such as CBC beer, a true craft beer from the Paarl region.

R150 per person for three craft beer tasters accompanied by three cured meats and three cheeses. R120 per person for a Turkey, brie and cranberry panini paired with Kings Blackhouse craft beer. Available from November 2015 to February 2016. The Twankey Bar is open from 07h00 – 23h00 Monday to Thursday, 07h00 – 00h00 Friday and from 14h00 – 00h00 on Saturdays.

THE TWANKEY BAR The Twankey Bar offers an all day array of fresh tapas and high quality South African wines, as well as a wide selection of the finest craft beers from local breweries such as Darling Brew and Devil’s Peak. Choose from a variety of tasty small bites, or pre-order a tailor-made menu for your specific occasion. The mezzanine level of the bar can be reserved for private parties. CAPE CRAFT BEER, CHARCUTERIE AND CHEESE TASTING Our charcuterie and cheese tasting offers the finest meats from Joostenberg, a fifth generation family business situated near Stellenbosch, and cheese from Fairview vineyard and cheesery, a local favourite offering a huge selection of award-winning artisan cheeses from Jersey milk and goat’s milk. These are 04 | TAJHOTELS.COM

THE LOBBY LOUNGE The resplendent Lobby Lounge is situated in the historic banking hall of the South African Reserve Bank, ornamented with elegant marble pillars, ornate balconies and anatomically correct lion medallions pressed into the ceilings. This is the ideal venue to enjoy drinks or a light meal and soak in the grandeur of days gone by whilst listening to the melodies of our resident pianist. The lounge offers a variety of distractions, from cocktails to fine loose-leaf teas, freshly brewed coffee and delightful treats. SUMMER AFTERNOON TEA Enjoy a lazy afternoon sampling local delights at our luxurious afternoon tea, including tasty summer berries, flavourful macaroons, scrumptious milk tarts and zesty lemon meringue tarts alongside freshly baked scones with whipped cream and local

strawberry jam. Our savoury offering includes freshly baked individual quiches or exotic fold-over pies filled with Tandoori chicken. For the month of December, our chef will be adding festive fruit mince pies and traditional fruitcake.

R210 per person including loose leaf teas and locally roasted Truth coffee. Enjoy a chilled glass of L’Ormarins Methode Cap Classique for an additional R45. Available November to February from 14h00 until 18h00.

CAPE BRANDY & BILTONG (CURED SOUTH AFRICAN MEAT) DUO Fine brandies remain one of the most popular spirits in South Africa. We offer our sommelier’s selection of the finest locally distilled brandy from The Pendock Wine Gallery, accompanied by freshly carved biltong, a local delicacy where strips of fresh meat are cured with vinegar and spices.

R95 per person Available daily in The Lobby Lounge from 12h00.

Acclaimed wine judge and writer Neil Pendock lends his distinguished tastes to the Taj Cape Town at The Pendock Wine Gallery, a unique space where wine is treated as fine art. Guests are given the opportunity to taste a selection of carefully chosen fine wines and brandies: six different wines are showcased monthly. Over the festive season, Neil Pendock’s Festive Season Selection Case will be on offer, presenting 6 delightful wines. It’s a perfect gifting choice to complement any Festive or yearend celebration. The selection includes: De Wet Cape Vintage 2008, De Krans Premium Cape Ruby, Koelenhof Wynkelder Pinorto 2012 Pinotage Cape Ruby, Aan de Doorns Muscat d’Alexandrie 2013, Perdeberg Chenin Blanc Natural Sweet 2014 and Slanghoek Hanepoot Jerepigo 2014.

R500 for the Festive Season Selection Case (6 bottles). Buy two cases, and receive a complimentary Oude Molen Christmas Brandy fruit cake in a collector’s tin, valued at R250. In addition to our regular wine & brandy selection, we will also

PENDOCK WINE GALLERY @ TAJ & PENDOCK PRIVATE CELLAR

have a variety of the Garagiste hand-crafted wines with limited quantities and availability. The Pendock Private Cellar and Gallery is situated on the retail side to the Pendock Wine Gallery, located in the

Pendock Wine Gallery @ Taj – Best Value Festive Season Selection:

foyer of Taj Cape Town, and is available for private dinners & tastings every evening. Open from 12h00 – 19h00, Monday - Friday.

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DINING a local production

Cape Town is famous for its fresh and creative local gourmet food products, originating from the rich agricultural regions of the Cape. Every area offers culinary treasures: from Swartland ostrich to Karoo lamb, from Franschhoek trout to olives from Riebeeck Kasteel and apples from Elgin.

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These fine foods are showcased at the city’s thriving markets throughout the summer months. At Taj Cape Town we are embracing fresh, local produce by incorporating an enticing variety of high-quality ingredients in all of our restaurants. This festive season, be sure to enjoy the distinctly Cape flavours on offer.

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berries and whipped cream. The ‘Simply Mint’ à la carte menu is available from 11h00 – 18h00 daily and features firm favourites such as our Ploughman’s platter, Karoo Lamb chops, salads, wraps or our ‘Curry in a Hurry’. Our famous Rotisseur list offers stone-charred, pepper-crusted or pan-seared steaks, tiger prawns or line fish. All are accompanied by our carefully chosen selection of awardwinning South African wines.

The Mint Breakfast Buffet starts from R230 per person. Pre-book a two OR three course lunch or dinner event starting from R195 inclusive of secure parking at the adjacent Interpark on Burg Street. Larger parties of up to 35 guests can be accommodated on the semi-private mezzanine level with uninterrupted views over St Georges Mall.

BOMBAY BRASSERIE Bombay Brasserie – modelled on its famous namesake in London – treats guests to the finest Indian speciality dining. Here delightful dishes are skilfully prepared using traditional ingredients, creating some of the finest Indian cuisine outside of India. The Bombay Brasserie is a combination of contemporary design and the elegant opulence of the Board of Executors’ offices, offering exclusivity and intimacy for your dining experience.

OUR DINING VENUES

Mint, the Local Grill Mint, the Local Grill, is our allday dining restaurant, offering innovative international and local fare. This three-level restaurant boasts a spectacular open-plan show kitchen and tasteful and modern décor, with large glass doors opening out onto St George’s Mall, making a perfect venue for the warm holiday months. Breakfasts at Mint, the Local Grill offers a sumptuous buffet, and à la carte favourites such as Brioche French toast with maple syrup, or pancakes with 08 | TAJHOTELS.COM

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seasonal specials

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Christmas Eve thursday, 24 december 2015

IN THE LOBBY LOUNGE: Pianist from 18h30 – 22h00 Christmas Carols from 19h30 – 20h30

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Christmas day friday, 25 december 2015

Mint, the Local Grill Christmas Day Luncheon

Time: From 18h00 Menu: Chef’s Traditional Christmas Eve specials, A la Carte and festive kids menu available Dress: Casual

12h30 R750 per person, R380 for children under 12. Children under 5 dine with our compliments. Menu: A festive carvery with hot, cold and sugar buffets Dress: Casual Entertainment: Live Jazz duo

Bombay Brasserie Christmas Dinner

Bombay Brasserie Christmas Day Dinner

Time: From 18h00 Price: R795 per person Menu: Vintage Indian Festive six course tasting menu. We regret, no children under 12 allowed. Dress: Elegant

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Mint, the Local Grill Christmas Dinner

Prices are inclusive of festive novelties. A 10% service charge will be added to tables of 8 or more persons.

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From 18h00 A la Carte available - We regret, no children under 12. Elegant Smart

Enjoy a complimentary festive welcome cocktail on arrival. Santa will visit with gifts for children, and a supervised indoors kid’s play area will be made available. Prices are inclusive of festive novelties. A 10% service charge will be added to tables of eight or more persons.

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in the spirit of giving Amy Biehl was a young American Fulbright scholar who was tragically killed when working in the Gugulethu Townships in 1993, during the transition from Apartheid years. The Amy Biehl Foundation a Non Profit Organization, was set up to continue her mission to help less fortunate South African children between the ages of 5-18 years. Taj Cape Town will be supporting the foundation by setting up a large glass box in the lobby to collect stationery to be donated to school starters aged 5-8. Pre-packaged stationery hampers will also be available for guests and visitors from the Lobby Kiosk. For more information about this wonderful initiative, email: restaurants. [email protected] or call 021 819 2000. Should you wish to support the foundation, donating R250 per month or R3000 per annum will give an underprivileged child the opportunity to learn essential and creative skills for their future and assist in improving their lifestyle. For more information, please visit www.amybiehl.co.za

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NEW YEARS NEW YEARS IN CAPE TOWN There is no better time to visit Cape Town than New Years, when the city celebrates in an entirely unique fashion. The Minstrel Carnival, also known as Tweede Nuwe Jaar (Second New Year), dates back to the 19th century, when the only day of the year that slaves were free of their obligations was the 2nd of January. They celebrated this day with much abandon, employing colourful costumes and face paint.

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Today, the celebration takes place in the form of a parade, where colourfully costumed musicians and dancers pass through the streets of the Cape Town city centre. There could be no more perfect place to witness this celebration than at the Taj Cape Town and the Twankey Bar, which is situated in the heart of the historic city, offering the best vantage point for guests and spectators.

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NEW YEARS EVE thursday, 31 december 2015

THE TWANKEY BAR MINSTREL’S CARNIVAL STREET PARTY The Cape Minstrels’ Carnival parade starts at the stroke of midnight: join the party at the Twankey Bar, situated at the centre of all the festivities. While celebrating, enjoy popular dishes, such as oysters, jalapeño poppers, chicken popcorn or our chef’s famous crispy calamari. R100 Entrance fee, including a glass of Cap Classique at midnight.

MINT, THE LOCAL GRILL NEW YEARS DINNER Time: Price:

19h00 till late R1050 per person. R550 per child under the age of 12. Children under five dine with our compliments. Menu: New Year’s “New York Steakhouse” menu featuring a combination of buffet and plated meat and seafood grills, to be enjoyed by the whole family. Dress: Casual & Colourful Entertainment: Live Jazz Trio. Mint guests will also be granted complimentary access to the Twankey Bar Street Party. We regret no guests under the age of 18 years at Twankey Bar. The Live Jazz Trio will perform at Mint, the Local Grill from 20h00 onwards. 014 | TAJHOTELS.COM

NEW YEARS’ DAY friday, 1 january 2016

MINT, THE LOCAL GRILL FAMILY JAZZ LUNCH Time: 12h30 – 14h30 Menu: Enjoy an A la Carte menu featuring Chef’s New Years’ Day specials Dress: Casual Entertainment: Live Jazzy tunes

BOMBAY BRASSERIE NEW YEARS DINNER Time: Price:

20h00 till late R1950 per person including a welcome drink. We regret, no children under 12 allowed. Menu: A celebratory six course chef’s tasting menu. Dress: Elegant and colourful Entertainment: Bombay Brasserie guests will also be granted complimentary access to The Twankey Bar Street Party. A pianist will provide light entertainment in the hotel lounge from 18h00. At 22h00, traditional songs will be performed by a roaming Malay Choir.

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“TWEEDE NUWE JAAR” 2nd new years minstrel’s march, traditionally within the first week of January

MINT, THE LOCAL GRILL & THE TWANKEY BAR Enjoy all the excitement of this festive occasion at either Mint, the Local Grill or the Twankey Bar. Enjoy à la carte menu options and various wine and local craft beer specials. For reservations please call 021 819 2000 or e-mail restaurants.capetown@tajhotels. com. Visit our website www.tajcapetown. co.za for information on festive activities. Please note that the restaurants are all non-smoking. Smoking can be enjoyed in the Cigar Lounge, which is situated opposite the Lobby Bar and offers a large selection of cigars and South African brandies.

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private events SIGNATURE EVENTS • VENUES

or those seeking a more private experience, Taj Cape Town offers customised private events to celebrate the holiday season at any of our exclusive venues, whether it’s a cocktail party, lunch or dinner, brunch or afternoon tea. • •





Starting from R210 per person. Book a private event for 30 or more guests and receive one night of complimentary accommodation for two persons in a luxury room at Taj Cape Town, including breakfast. (Excluding 23 December 2015 – 5 January 2016). Special accommodation rates are available for all year-end events. Taj Gift vouchers are available for the Jiva Grande Spa and restaurant experiences.

Please enquire with our team for further details (terms and conditions apply).

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SIGNATURE EVENTS Private Wine Tasting Dinner at the Pendock Wine Gallery Enjoy a truly privileged experience in our private dining room at the Pendock Wine Gallery, where guests can explore our chefs’ newest culinary delights, each carefully matched with showcased wines.

Please enquire about our exclusive menu and wine offerings. Private Indian Party Taste authentic Indian dining in a private dining room, with a special menu featuring various tasting elements prepared by our signature chefs from Mumbai.

Starting from R350 per person. Enquire with our coordinators with regards to various entertainment, music and themed décor options at any of our venues.

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Cape Town. The venue occupies the grand African Banking Corporation Building, which was built in 1894 and later became home to the Standard Bank in 1927. The Reserve is a truly elegant space, having undergone meticulous restoration in 2014 to preserve its heritage.

VENUES

ABC Bar: Our timeless private event venues are beautifully restored and feature natural light and elegant finishings. They provide a unique location for hosting a wide range of exclusive events, from cocktail parties to elegant banquets.

differ for each venue, but those booking before the 31st of October 2015 will receive a 20% discount.

Breakfast can be enjoyed at any of our venues from R230 per guest, cocktail parties from R250, and lunch and dinner options from R275. Venue hire fees will

The Reserve at Taj Cape Town is Cape Town’s most luxurious meeting and events space, neighbouring its namesake hotel in the heart of downtown

THE RESERVE AT TAJ CAPE TOWN

An imposing set of bronze doors on St Georges Mall lead into the ABC Bar, where guests are surrounded by high ceilings and hand-painted murals. This area can be used as a breakaway area or to welcome up to 50 guests with canapés and aperitifs before they proceed to the main event. The Bank Hall: The entirely original grand Bank Hall allows for a variety of event formats within its 440 sqm pearl marble granite interior. • • • •

Cocktail event: Up to 400 guests Banquets: Up to 220 guests Cinema seating: Up to 300 guests Schoolroom seating: Up to 170 guests

The Bank Hall also can be subdivided into three separate spaces to cater for smaller parties or different types of events.

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The Vault: Built in the 1920’s as a walk-in vault for the African Banking Corporation, this unique 157 sqm subterranean venue serves as a multifunction space. The Vault can be used as a stand-alone venue for many different extraordinary events, and can host up to 80 guests in an intimate cocktail setting or 40 guests in a sit down banquet. Still displaying the original colossal safe-door and a wrap-around 12,000 bottle wine cellar, The Vault is accessible via a winding staircase, or via one of the oldest open cage elevators in South Africa. The Chairman’s Office: This is the original bank manager’s office, featuring original teak panels and a charming wood-burning fireplace. It makes for a perfect cigar lounge or breakaway room.

No additional venue hire will be applicable for parties of 20 or more guests. From R250 per person.

Outside Catering Options: Our popular menus can now be served at various venues in the city. We can create tailor-made menus for weddings, corporate events, cocktail parties and more. Enquire with our expert banqueting team for more info.

jiva grande spa: The Jiva Grande Spa at Taj Cape Town offers a unique and holistic approach to relaxation theraphy inspired by ancient wisdom. Spa vouchers are available for purchase as an ideal gift.

The Twankey Bar The Twankey Bar can be reserved for exclusive use for a maximum of 120 guests. DJ’s and themed events can be provided, making this a unique party venue.

Bombay Brasserie Privé Come enjoy a private authentic Indian luncheon experience at the elegant Bombay Brasserie. 019

Cnr of Wale Street & St Georges Mall, Cape Town 8001, South Africa Tel +27 (0)21 819 2000 • Fax +27 (0)21 819 2001 • [email protected] • www.tajhotels.com Restaurant Reservations: [email protected]