Ultimate Guide To Africa January 2015 | Page 22

Feature experience A Flight of Fancy Text & Images © The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa T his summer, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is offering a unique and glamorous lunch option that includes an exhilarating helicopter flight to the hotel. The perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, impress a date or spoil someone special, the Two Flights Experience’ lunch package includes a three course gourmet select menu at Azure Restaurant and a flight of three wines selected by the resident sommelier. The deal includes a one-way helicopter flight from the V&A Waterfront to the hotel, as well as a hotel transfer by vehicle back to the V&A Waterfront. Guests are whisked away in a private helicopter and arrive in style at the Twelve Apostles Hotel’s helipad after a scenic flight offering views of Robben Island, Clifton, Lion’s Head and Camps Bay. The delicious meal is prepared by Executive Chef Christo Pretorius in the award-winning restaurant. The world-class service and awe-inspiring Atlantic Ocean views combined with the beautiful interior and superior food and wine makes for a truly memorable Cape experience. 22 Choices include Chef Christo’s signature prawn dhal with creamed cauliflower, cumin yoghurt, pineapple chutney, hydrated sultana and verjuice; the fresh catch of the day served with a dill pancake, malay spiced butternut, caramelized garlic, mung beans, confit baby fennel, and curried veloute; and the spectacular Twelve Apostles Vanilla Crème Brûlée to round the experience off on a sweet note. For more information visit www.12apostleshotel.com.