I’d tried to book for Sevruga last summer and wasn’t able to get in. So we were pleasantly surprised to be given a warm welcome on a Sat night at 10pm, dressed in jeans and takkies, with not a glance at our attire. The place was very empty and we got a table outside. The inside was freezing cold with the aircon, and I must say, I found the interior decor very sterile. (My boyfriend thought it was great!) While on the interior, those toilets are like a combo of being on a train and in a portaloo. At least the interior light shines just enough to show you if the toilet seat is clean (perhaps I should be happy not to be able to see the rest of the cubicle). But what a squash to exit the toilet while others are washing their hands. Clearly the designer was not a woman — no sense that women linger in toilets a lot longer than men!

I ordered a rose cocktail, and it tasted like medicine — I wanted to try something different. My boyfriend had a glass of white (I forget what), and for R49 it was well worth it — the glasses are huge and you get a lot more wine than a R25 glass in another restaurant. Quality was excellent.

The sushi was so-so. We ordered vegetarian, and I’ve tasted better at Wakame and elsewhere.

The outside heaters are so bright that you feel like you’re sitting in a brightly lit Checkers aisle. They need to work on the outside ambiance. Initially we were seated at a table behind a door — even though there were other empty tables! And the two-seater is rather big and we felt so far away from each other, made worse by a table of screeching women, with one holding court at the top of her voice. So we moved to another table where we could sit next to each other and hear each other talk over the raucousness.

The service was impeccable. I wouldn’t go back again at night with those supermarket-bright lights. But I guess, during the day, with a good cocktail (let’s hope they can improve on the one I had) and the view and atmosphere of the Waterfront — being seated so close to the water — is second to none.

That souffle is a winner. We’re glad you enjoyed it! We have changed a few dishes since with the launch of the new Cookbook menu on the 1st November. However the Salmon souffle is one of those dishes we just couldn’t tamper with.

P.S. Cookbook is doing so well, we have doubled the next print before 15 December.

Thanks again Kari

Thanks for the feedback on the deli. If you like the duck liver pate – try the individual Duck Breast seasoned at R19,00. Its easily packaged and pre-cooked, so you just pop it in the oven when you hit home.

The Deli has been running “opening” specials throughout the month of October – which we have extended to the 19th November ’09. (Sensing a repeat of the Beluga special here?) The products are incredibly well priced, and we have enjoyed the feedback. Ask for Lindi at the Caviar deli – she will be more than happy to take you through the best daily products.

If you enjoy interesting easy food, try the butternut pesto (R19.95) and sun dried tomato pesto dips (R19,95) – add in a bag of the multi grain melba toast wafers (at 4,00 a bag, roughly 8-9 slices in a bag) – and you have a wickedly tasty snack with your bottle of wine at home.

Please keep sending us feedback about the products you have tried: you are welcome to send it directly to me at dine@beluga.co.za.

Sam

Spoil yourself or order it to share, just make sure you order it!

They have various sauces and condiments which are a mission to make, I’m happy to pay the between R20 and R30 to save myself the effort. The meat selection is also great because it’s often difficult to find things like duck and game meats, and they were reasonably priced. One could put together a very interesting meal from there and it would be cheaper than Woolworths I reckon.

I was in a bit of a rush but I will definitely be back with a shopping basket.

Yes – the deli has now been opened for 7 days. A very insightful week it has been. As far as products goes, we have been testing the waters, and been more cautious to begin with. The deli products include meats, soups, sauces, preserves, biltongs, duck and chicken pates, cheeses, homemade hummus as well as truffles and oils. On the counter are quick easy meals – (sushi, fresh homemade sandwiches, salads) a quick take away or dinner in a jiffy.
We have refrained from over-stocking with frivalous products that are too expensive. The premise for the Caviar Fine Foods Deli is – ” ~make sure our clients will be back for excellent quality products at great affordable prices.~”
Our deli assistants would love to show you what is in those fridges the next time you are in the V&A – even better – give you a taste of them to, as they say in the food industry – proof is in the pudding. Just ask for Darren or Gwan.
We will also be doing a range of easy dinners – lasagnes etc.Dax – if you dont mind – I will keep this site posted for each of the new products as they are introduced to the Deli –

Thanks very much for the feedback – as a growing brand – let us know what you would like to be included and to see happening, so that -if possible- we can include it in our development.

Sam

For mains we both had Salmon, both special dishes. I thought they were bringing us Cape Salmon but it turned out to be Norwegian which I normally don’t enjoy, but it was actually very good. Nice crunchy veggies and a lovely sauce over the mash. Partner enjoyed her Salmon strips done Asian style.

I know some people have been complaining about the service, our service was good. In fact, they graciously took back the bottled water we ordered when our consciences compelled us to order tap instead. Admittedly the place was only half full inside and empty outside so there wasn’t much pressure on the service.

I was informed that they have opened their deli in the Waterfront next to Vida. From the description, it demands a visit.