To drink: Joostenberg NLH 2007 has rich honey characters that are well balanced and not overly sweet, much like this dessert.
To make our cover recipe, omit the beetroot chips and hummus. Serve the beetroot salsa with 100g goat’s cheese, toasted ciabatta and mixed olives. Garnish with beetroot baby greens. Cook’s tip: Find beetroot baby greens at selected Spar and Fruit & Veg City stores; Magic Herbs, 022-931-3209; or Kazi Farms, 079 509 3494.
To drink: If you’re serving this on its own, go for Fairview Viognier 2007. It’s a spicy wine with a hint of sesame and is big enough to…
To drink: Delaire Rosé 2008 is an elegant strawberry-flavoured picnic wine that’s just made for this dish.
To drink: Signal Hill Grenache Blanc 2007 has a weighty palate that will work with the tartness of the tomatoes.
Well the humble hamburger just got an elegant makeover. This rocket, avocado and bacon burger is a delicious combination of fresh, earthy, zesty and hearty. To drink: Camberley Shiraz 2007 is designed to be consumed at any occasion – even with classy burgers.
TO DRINK (F&HE): Ken Forrester “T” NLH 2006 is a must with this dessert. Ken Forrester estate, 021-855-2374 or www.kenforresterwines.com. 96 Winery Road restaurant, 021-842-2020.