When it comes to Gourmet tastings, there are very few hotels that deliver them with the finesse and fanfare of Granny Mouse Country House & Spa. True innovators when it comes to the food and beverage discipline, the Granny Mouse Team has once again re-invented their offering, with their new Gourmet Food and Wine tasting. A true culinary experience, a sensational trio of dishes awaits.

The pairing starts off with a decadent Bacon Cheese Cake paired with Hartenburg Riesling. The dish is a delectable combination of savoury and sweet with a chive biscuit base topped with an onion marmalade and crispy bacon discs, finished off with a crack of fresh black pepper. The Hartenburg Riesling perfectly complements the dish with its fruity, floral and citrus notes. The crisp acidity of the wine balances the richness of the cheese cake, leaving a refreshing aftertaste.

Next on the menu is the Beef Tartare paired with Stone Road Shiraz. The dish features flame-crusted spiced fillet tartare served on a melba toast disc with a mini toffee apple and pomme paille. The Stone Road Shiraz is a perfect match for the dish with its intense dark fruit flavours and spicy undertones. The wine’s bold tannins complement the richness of the beef and its smoky, charred flavour enhances the spice in the tartare.

The finale dish is the Baklava Cheesecake paired with an Espresso Amaretto Coffee Shot. This unique dessert features a deep-fried phyllo pastry nest with a candied nut sprinkle, cheese cake ice cream, finished with dried rose petals and shavings of dark chocolate. This exquisite dessert is paired with an Espresso Amaretto Coffee Shot, which balances the sweetness of the cheesecake while enhancing its rich flavours.

These carefully selected wine and food pairings are just one more example of how the Granny Mouse team is constantly creating unique and memorable dining experiences. Experience these delectable dishes for yourself at a cost of only R200 per person. Booking is essential, and vegetarian options are available.

Every once in a while we experience days that we just don’t feel good about ourselves.

Whether it’s because of something that happened in the day, what someone may have said, or even just that kind of day where we are having negative thoughts about ourselves, it is important to remember that you are awesome.

There are ways to overcome that feeling to make you feel better, whether you look at the positives and take the time to pamper yourself, state the team from Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, who are experts in the spoiling department.

Whether you head off to have a full body exfoliation, skin care treatment, or even something out of the norm like hydrotherapy, remind yourself about the good things on those tough days.

You may think that you are too domineering and assertive, however some will see you as a great leader. You may not like the sound of your voice, however others may comment on your awesome accent. You may think you have mousy hair, however others will see differently. Don’t change what you see are imperfections; there are definitely people out there who love who you are and admire you.

You are beautiful, and you have probably heard it many times and really don’t listen to the truthful praises that are coming your way. Focus on the parts you do love, which parts of those you can accentuate and appreciate rather and let the rest go.

You are unique and don’t have to be like everyone else – and that makes you special. Be yourself because there is no other that is like you, so don’t lose yourself.

If you make mistakes, it’s okay, we learn from that and let it go. The most important thing is to right those mistakes and, more importantly, learn right from wrong.

Reminder to self, laughter is strong medicine. It draws people together in ways that trigger healthy physical and emotional changes in the body. Laughter strengthens your immune system, boosts the mood, diminishes pain, and protects you from the damaging effects of stress. Nothing works faster or more dependably to bring your mind and body back into balance than a good laugh. Humour lightens your burdens, inspires hope, connects you to others, and keeps you grounded, focused, and alert. It also helps you release anger and forgive sooner. Treat you and your body will too.

We aren’t saying you can never eat your favourite treat again, or that you have to exercise every single day. However, it is good to provide your body with the nutrients and physical activity that it needs, as well as good skin care. The Mouse House’s spa is just the place to do that too, by treating yourself to good body care, having a body wrap where you get to treat yourself to the ancient ritual of body exfoliation coupled with a modern day touch, embalming wraps that soothe, rejuvenate and relax your body, mind and soul. Mineral salt body exfoliations, leaving your skin smooth and radiant or hydrating and detoxing wraps providing enchanting cocoons, allowing you to unwind, restore and create balance in the body. So many more treatments that make you feel beautiful inside and out. Not to mention your body will feel stronger and healthier.

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