The Cape’s Durbanville region is set to receive an exciting new eatery – Wilde Vy Bistro, situated on the historic Hooggelegen Farm, home of Signal Gun Wines.
YOUR HOSTS
Opening Thursday, 23 January, Wilde Vy Bistro is the creation of South African chef Jürgen Snyman and Ghanaian entrepreneurs Kwasi Osei-Kusi and Charles Bucknor, based in Accra. The trio first crossed paths in Cape Town when Snyman was Executive Chef at Kloof Street House, Asoka and Egghead restaurant group. They connected over their shared passion for a people centered approach to hospitality – Osei-Kusi and Bucknor sponsor their team annually for training in Cape Town, organised with the support of seasoned restaurateurs Liam Tomlin and Ivor Jones.
In June of 2024, an opportunity for Snyman to be involved in an exciting new venture on Hooggelegen Farm arose and the idea for Wilde Vy Bistro was born.
THE CONCEPT
The trio turned to Design Build Collective (DB-CO) to craft an interior design concept that harmonises with the heritage of Hooggelegen Farm. Inspired by the meticulous process of wine production, DB-CO’s transformation of the previous restaurant space encapsulates not only the essence of wine but also the art of patient anticipation and the timeless beauty of its birthplace – the six-generation Hooggelegen Farm.
The intention is to honour the farm’s heritage by preserving existing artefacts and architectural elements, blending the restaurant seamlessly with the surrounding landscape using organic materials such as wood, rustic bricks, and sleek concrete, along with marble and brass to add contemporary detailing.
THE MENU
The menu has been carefully crafted to suit diverse palates and preferences – everything is simply delicious. Sections are divided into SMALL PLATES (Happies), RAW, SALADS, SEA, FIRE GRILL, VEGETARIAN, SIDES, DESSERT, as well as a thoughtful KIDDIES MENU.
A few dish highlights to whet the appetite include:
SMALL PLATES (HAPPIES)
- ‘Duck Liver Parfait, Brioche and Cherry Granola’
RAW
- ‘Citrus Cured Overberg Trout, Ajo Blanco, Apple and Cucumber’
SEA
- ‘Line Fish, Braaied Bok Choi, Mussels and Tikka Masala’
FIRE GRILL
- ‘Côte de Boeuf, Smoked Aubergine, Black Garlic and Steak Sauce’
DESSERT
‘Chocolate, Passion Fruit, and Granola’ – a dessert that will tempt even the most die-hard non-sweet tooth!
Open Monday to Friday from Noon to 9 pm and Saturday to Sunday from 10 am to 9 pm.
