lunch at Marc's

We had four unexpected guests and decided it's best to show them the best of Paarl. Being here for the first time in SA, we thought they need to taste the cusine that is probably one of the best in Paarl. Marc's restaurant has an informal and relaxed ambience. Marc, himself was there to greet us. Some of us ordered the pumpkin soup, creamy but light. The rest, ordered the home pickled beetroot with goat's cheese, parma ham and toasted sunflower seeds. The beetroot was delicious, so finely julienned, no taste of earth, just perfect. For Mains our group of six, ordered pan-fried fish(kingclip) of the day with fine green beans, coconut foam, curry and orange pomme puree. Incredibly delicious and just the right spice, our guests commented. The slow roasted pork belly with pokchoi, red cabbage, baby potatoes and Easter spice jus. It was yummy, texture perfect, soft, skin crispy. Apart from a slightly over salted rack of lamb with a herb crust, potato gratin, wilted spinach, cherry tomatoes accompanied with red wine and rosemary jus, everything was gorgeous. Lastly, the chalmar beef fillet, Mar's pepper sauce, side salad and frites. Presentation was superb, all apart from the swamp of flies that invaded our table. All in all, the fresh ingredients, skilled and delicious cooking was well worth the 45 minutes wait for the first course to arrive. Thumbs up. From there we headed on to Hout Street Gallery up the Main Street. Gail and David Zetler kindly opened their doors for us even though it was Good Friday so that these four ladies from Abu Dhabi could do their shopping!