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6 Restaurants to Consider for Christmas Lunch in CT and JHB

Despite the annual barrage of Christmas trappings that are displayed and marketed early in the festive season, Christmas lunch/dinner still seems to creep up on us faster than we could plan for it. Despite our best efforts to keep the entire family happy, we often fall short of getting things done in time and the aftermath (a.k.a. the clean-up process) can often leave one feeling frantic and overwhelmed ─ and where’s the fun to be had in that? 

Because the festive season is a time for cheer and spending time with your loved ones, ditch your annual date with the kitchen and opt to eat out instead. Herein, we offer you a selection of fine-dining restaurants to choose from and an opportunity to enjoy a well-deserved, relaxed Christmas with the people you love, as the good lord intended you to. 

 

Restaurants to try in Johannesburg 

The View, The Four Seasons Hotel

Absorb breath-taking sights in and relish the unique tastes that The View’s five-course Christmas dinner has to offer. This sophisticated setting is decked with sleek contemporary interiors and also features and extensive wine list that caters to all palates. Available for booking only. (R1795 per person)

 

Parc Fermé, Sandton

Experience true French cuisine at Parc Fermé in Sandton. This stylish, upmarket spot caters for urban living while maintaining an exceptional standard of fresh meals and quality service – even on Christmas day. Booking is essential. (R595 per person excluding drinks) 

 

March Restaurant, African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel

Tuck into a scrumptious lunch buffet served by March Restaurant. Offering flawless service and a signature look and feel that makes you feel right at home, March offers their guests a tailored and trendy experience each time they visit. (R495 per person, R175 for children)

 

Restaurants to try in Cape Town

Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Gardens 

Celebrate Noël at the famous “Nellie” hotel and get treated to a top-class feast. Nestled in the heart of the city centre and surrounded by lush, inviting gardens, The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel provides the perfect backdrop for a relaxed Christmas lunch spent with your family. (R1 950 per person)

 

Karibu Restaurant, V&A Waterfront

Taste pure African excellence when you dine at the Karibu Restaurant. Offering a spectacular view of Table Mountain and the Watefront’s pier, Karibu’s welcoming staff and three-course meal is a truly unique dining experience to enjoy this Christmas. (R745)

 

La Paris, Franschoek

Get the full Cape Winelands dining experience when you eat at La Paris Bistro this Christmas. Boasting a lavish buffet-style lunch accompanied by live music, festive regalia and Christmas crackers, La Paris ensures that everyone leaves with a full belly and a happy heart. (R850 for adults and R250 for children aged between 4 – 11 years). 

 

We can thus conclude that cooking on Christmas has been rendered a thing of the past, but if you are looking to treat your family to something special, try this easy decadent Christmas pudding recipe that we found. While you’re at it, check out how to buy presents for the festive season in this helpful blog. 

 

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