The Local Kitchen Co

www.thelocalkitchenco.co.za

Dinner with Friends is always a blessing. Got to visit this little gem of a restaurant with some of those closest to my heart.

Upon arrival. Bubbles were served. They know us so well already.

The best jalapeno poppers that I have had in a very long time indeed. None of those that burn your mouth out so that you can't even taste the rest of dinner. They have a flavourful & spicy bite that lasts just long enough to think that you will break out in a bit of a sweat. 

Bobotie styled Samosa paired with a homemade chutney. A great combination of two of my favourite South African dishes. 

Wenchy was just loving the Nacho's with fresh guacamole, sour cream & fresh chopped tomatoes & onions. Smothered in lots of molten cheese. It is one of those dishes that you just want to keep on eating until there is nothing left.

I rate that this could become one of my favourite lunch time dishes. The Asian Beef Salad. The Asian influence sure comes through with some of the heat from the chilli, paired with some roasted cashews & fresh greens it makes for a refreshing plate.

The ManCave Fillet. Well, perfectly cooked. Soft & Tender. With some crispy Bacon, this is a winner for anyone who is keen on a good piece of meat.

There was more food on it's way... A trio of Burgers. Simply delicious. Juicy & Full of Flavour. (They make good takeaways too.)

Dessert... (My favourite part of the evening!) Donuts!

And Chocolate Mud Cakes. Oh! And Chocolate Brownies.

(Again, my inner fat kid was thriving.)

In general, what a wonderful experience at The Local Kitchen Co.

And there is some good news too. The Local Kitchen Co has now extended their dining times. 

Monday: 07:00 - 16:30

Tuesday - Friday: 07:00 - Late

Saturday: 08:00 - Late

Sunday: 08:00 - 16:00

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Dinner for the #MetroMan @ Metro

#DineJoziStyleMetro

We recently got the opportunity to visit Metro Restaurant & Lounge at their new location after relocating to Grosvenor Crossing in Bryanston, Johannesburg, as part of the #DineJoziStyle experience.

On arrival we had been shown to a private dining area by Kosta Kosmas (owner of Metro) in the restaurant, with candle light adding to the ambiance. Where my wine of choice for the evening was a 2014 Wildekrans - Cabernet Franc Merlot. A South African Bordeaux styled blend, which was perfectly paired with my main meal, the Honey & Orange basted Goat (as featured below). I would say this is a great wine to be enjoyed with venison or a tender cut of beef.

Starters: Greek Salad, Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken Liver, Grilled Haloumi, Chorizo, Sticky Chicken Wings & Fillet Kebab.

Main Meal: Goat with a Honey & Orange glaze, served with maize rice & roasted beetroot. At first I was unsure about what I would be having for my main meal, but then I opted for something that I would generally not make at home for myself. And that is when the Goat dish sort of was a given choice. The thing you need to know about Goat is that it is very much just like having lamb and has a very similar taste. However the Goat is considered to be 'Game' and is a bit more on the tough side, so don't expect a very soft & tender piece of meat. Don't get me wrong, it was wonderfully cooked and perfectly seasoned. I think that the chef was maybe a bit generous on the helping of sauce served on the meal, as there was a bit much for my liking. My personal preference is to have sauce served in a separate side dish, but that is just me. Tasting notes on the sauce: what a great combination of citrus & honey. It really goes very well with the goat.

Dessert: Lindt Bomb Bons, Baobab Cheesecake, Tiramisu, Malva Pudding, Chocolate Brownies with Vanilla Ice Cream.

For those of you, who know me, will know that I just love bubbly and no night out with friends around a dinner table would be complete without it.

Notes on the desserts: You simply must have one of the Lindt Bomb Bons. They are simply delicious. A Lindt chocolate ball that is wrapped in phyllo pastry and baked in the oven for about 35 seconds results in a molten chocolate delight wrapped in a crisp pastry.

Metro Restaurant & Lounge will most definitely be seeing me again.