Topsi & Co
Franschhoek
Cuisines: European, French
About
With a daily menu scrawled on wads of paper pinned to a lecturer's easel, you're in for a relaxed down-to-earth time. Like the menu, the décor is innovative. Chunky kitchen tables form a base for hardy recycled glassware. Bowls of fruit lend colour like splashes of paint on a canvas. The white walls are offset by black slate tiles, and candles highlight the South African art works which abound. The fare is delectable – try the aubergine and sherry soup and the absolutely wonderful tomato and olive tart, with capers and caramelised onions. A favourite of many, is the white mould cheese and figs stuffed with walnuts, poached in red wine with citron. There is no wine available, so bring your own.
