Things might not be going so lekker for Ernie Els on the course these days, that horror Masters performance followed by up a bird crapping on him, but when it comes to wine it’s all going like clockwork.

His brand, Ernie Els Wines, has gone from strength to strength over the years and has been pleasing punters across the world.

Good news for fans of his wines in Cape Town then, because HQ’s latest Fine Wining evening is taking place June 1.

This time around they’ve teamed up with Ernie Els Wines for a night of elegant simplicity and dining excellence, which should be all the inspiration you need to venture out in the midst of winter.

On the night, guests can enjoy HQ’s iconic three-course menu artfully paired with Ernie Els’s top wines. The dinner includes a welcome drink and aperitif, HQ’s amazing trademark starter salad, steak and chips followed by decadent dark chocolate dessert.

We’ll give you a look at the menu then, but remember that the last two events have been fully booked so act quickly.

— SET MENU —
R295 per person inclusive

Aperitif
Goat’s cheese mouse crostini with beetroot carpaccio,
rocket pesto, and rosé reduction
Ernie Els Big Easy Rosé 2015

Starter
A crisp salad of cos and iceberg leaves , toasted pine nuts,
parmesan shavings and dressed with a Dijon mustard vinaigrette.
Ernie Els Big Easy White 2015

Main
250g Sirloin wet aged for 32 days and grilled perfectly medium-rare, served
with skinny fries & Café de Paris butter
Ernie Els Big Easy Red 2014

or

(V) Portobello mushrooms stuffed with a rich Duxelle, gratinated with parmesan cheese and served with skinny fries & Café de Paris butter
Ernie Els Big Easy Red 2014

Dessert
Dark Chocolate & Hazelnut Delice, with praline, chocolate soil
and Shirah reduction
Ernie Els Proprietor’s Syrah 2013
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And the salivating has begun.

You’ll need to ring 021 424 6373 or email matt@hqrestaurant.co.za to make your booking.

In case you’re keen to plan months in advance, because you’re a proper adult and all that, here’s a hint at what’s in store over at HQ for the near future.