With the season to be merry a few weeks away, it is time to plan a special Christmas lunch celebration, and because it is holiday season, why not choose Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, located a mere 1 hour and 30 minutes from Durban and a friendly neighbour of Pietermaritzburg, right in the heart of Balgowan on the Midlands Meander route.

Culinary Artists, Wayland Green and Kirstie du Toit have created a scrumptious 5 course Christmas Lunch on December 25^th, in a Table of Unity style for those looking to celebrate Christmas at ‘home away from home’.

With welcome drinks on arrival at 12h00, guests will be seated at a long single dining table where they can meet new friends, celebrate with the friendly staff and make the most of the Christmas celebrations which begin promptly at 12h30.

The menu includes a wonderful experience for the taste buds, with course 1 set as Mushroom Risotto Cakes, sautéed leeks, saffron cream, curry crumb and boozed raisins; course 2 – Turkey Terrine with red wine cherries, candied pecan nuts, turkey crackling and smoked pumpkin puree; course 3 – Seared Herb Salmon with beetroot chips, beetroot caviar, wild rocket pesto, garlic & wasabi wilted spinach and lemon aioli, as well as a palette cleanser of Lavender Sorbet with Italian meringue and spiced berry compote before course 4 is served.

Adding to this feast with be a Rack of Lamb with herb & mushroom stuffing, pomme puree, poached pear, sugar snap and roast garlic jus as course 4 and for those who adore a sweet treat to end it all off, the final course, dessert, will be Apple Puree with apple crisps, white chocolate shards, candied macadamia nut crumb, spiced sponge cake and brandied oranges.

Each dish within the 5 course meal is accompanied by paired wines to add to the festive cheer. Just as Santa would like it!

Lunch costs R850.00 per person with welcome drinks served promptly at 12h00 and the Table of Unity gathering starting at 12h30. Not suitable for persons under the age of 18, however there will be a play area available for children with child-minders where hamburgers and chips with a soft drink will be available at a cost of R50 per person. T’s & C’s apply.

Every year, Christmas bookings come in rapidly, so, for more information or to reserve your place, contact Veronica on 033 234 4071 or email banqueting@grannymouse.co.za. Bookings close on 16^th December 2016.

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Notably one of the most romantic venues in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands, weddings at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa are every bit the true love that they should be. With an array of amenities at the bridal party’s disposal, coupled with decadent food and wine options, it is little wonder that the Mouse House wedding calendar is booked up far in advance.

With numerous photographers spending time at Granny Mouse, all of whom have had the privilege of capturing a couple’s special day, Ané du Preez, the Operations Manager of Granny Mouse, took the time to speak to some of these professionals to gain a photographer’s perspective on what they love about capturing weddings at Granny Mouse.

Here is their combined list:

1. The choice of backdrops: From the tree-lined driveway to the gorgeous and intimate chapel, the Hotel has so many gorgeous hideaways that create the most amazing backdrops for the perfect picture.

2. The ever-changing weather: From the sun glinting through the trees, to the winter mist that can come up rather quickly, the effects that the weather can have on the finished product creates some dramatic atmosphere that can be captured in the images.

3. The lush gardens: As you meander through the Hotel, the lush gardens change depending on the area in which you find yourselves, allowing for a range of visuals to be taken, however all within the convenience of the Hotel grounds. Whilst many other venues would have you driving around to find a range of garden options, Granny Mouse’s well-thought out garden designs offer endless green options.

4. Quirky features: Granny Mouse has a host of quirky water features located throughout the grounds that create unique opportunities to capture very different and creative wedding images. This, coupled with falling water truly allows photographers to capture something unique.

5. Adding a little country: Due to the Hotel’s location, adjacent to many working farms, those who want to add a little country into their pictures can easily do so with the inclusion of livestock, horses and more.

For more information as to how to capture your magical day, contact Granny Mouse today and enquire about their wedding packages, as well as their credible list of photographers who would love to share your special day with you!