Cape Town's Twelve Apostles Restaurant Wins Platinum Award

Azure Restaurant was included among only 18 restaurants in the Cape Peninsula, from a total of 83 restaurants across South Africa, to receive the coveted accolade this year. The award is a feather in the cap of Executive Chef Henrico Grobbelaar and his team, who strive to serve up a culinary experience on par with the finest in the world.

The American Express Platinum Fine Dining Awards platform is widely recognized as a credible barometer for discerning diners seeking a quality dining experience, and was created to acknowledge establishments for setting the bar for fine dining in South Africa. Criteria include quality and creativity of cuisine, service, wine list, décor and ambience, as well as overall excellence and American Express card acceptance. Azure was one of only 12 new restaurants on the list this year, 2 of which are in Cape Town.

Respected Cape Town-based ‘foodie' and food author Tamsin Snyman, who served on this year's judging panel and who focussed on judging restaurants in the Cape Peninsula and the Winelands, said it was evident that restaurants from these regions had become more creative and were going the extra mile to stand out from the crowd. She also noted that restaurants linked to accommodation have shown a marked improvement in their food quality this year.

With Executive Chef Henrico Grobbelaar at the helm, Azure Restaurant offers a classic fine dining experience, with inspiring seasonal five-star menus, and an unrivalled setting offering endless sunset views over the Atlantic Ocean. Reflecting the deep blues of the Atlantic Ocean, Azure's classic elegance and contemporary cool presents a welcoming ambience complete with mesmerizing views and warm, friendly service. The restaurant also boasts a professional sommelier service and an award-winning wine list.

Says Horst Frehse, general manager of The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, “We are honored to have our signature restaurant included among the 2013 award winners. This is really a tribute to Chef Henrico Grobbelaar, who has proudly placed his individual creative stamp on the menu, since he took up the reins here in 2010. The restaurant has really come into its own, having been recognized among the best of the best within culinary circles over the last two years - including as an Eat Out Top 20 Restaurant last year.”

To book an Azure Restaurant reservation, telephone +27 (0) 21 437 9029 or email azure@12apostles.co.za. To book a room at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, telephone +27 (0) 21 437 9000, email bookta@12apostles.co.za; visit us online at www.12apostleshotel.com.

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