I am sure we will have many a conversation about the Neighbourgoods Market at Biscuit Mill in
Woodstock. The place just buzzes on a Saturday morning- be prepared to
push! Everyone in Cape Town heads down there for everything from cheese
to chocolate and bread to baklava! With so much to see and taste, don’t
worry about breakfast (or lunch!) if you are heading out there. I have
to be honest I have stayed away from the Biscuit Mill over the festive
season of December and January simply because I didn’t want to be
squashed to death with all the locals AND tourists, but my first visit
of 2011 was a wonderful experience.
A great deal had changed and I saw a
few new stalls, especially out at the back food court where this time
last year you were bound to find ‘Lonesome Dave’ on his mouth organ!
My First treat of the day (at an unorthodox 10:00am) was a delicious
glass of Trizanne’s signature Sauvignon Blanc/Semillion which was with
out a doubt the perfect accompaniment to my stroll around the food
stalls. Visit her website here.
Following which we headed out the back to see what we could possibly
buy (besides Luke Dale-Roberts’ amazing looking poached eggs and
hollandaise) that would pass for breakfast. This is when I came across
Andrew Kai and his mate making possibly the biggest Paella I have ever
seen! Do yourself a favour. Pop in and have a taste and next time you
are considering a lamb on the spit for a function, why not reconsider
and get Andrew over with his giant Paella dish! You will not be
disappointed!
Besides the amazing nougat, cheese and breads I bought, I must
mention the delicious smoked mozzarella “Affumicata’. Found just at the
entrance to the back food court, it really is worth a visit!Many more
Biscuit Mill adventures to follow!
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