Richard Holmes takes a closer look at Twist Some More in Wellington, a family-friendly farm restaurant offering a blackboard menu of delicious comfort food.

Food

Chef Johan van Schalkwyk has long had a following in the Winelands, and his bistro menu at Twist Some More certainly doesn’t disappoint. It’s wide-ranging, stretching from breakfast to dinner. The Twisted Florentine (you’ll have to try it yourself) is a must at brunch on weekends. Come lunchtime, the same could be said for the signature wild boar hamburger, made from the local porkers that feast on the surrounding vineyards. There’s even a banting-friendly variant, with a cauliflower and cheese ‘bun’. The beef and ale pie, made with Darling Brew, is another sure-fire option, but keep an eye on the chalkboards for special dishes that could include rabbit and fennel spring rolls, pasta with rich venison ragout, or bobotie wonton parcels. There’s limited choice for vegetarians, but then at least they’ll have room for the citrus crêpe brûlée for dessert. There’s also a separate kiddies’ menu with breakfast, lunch and dinner options.

Twist Some More. Photo courtesy of the restaurant.

Drinks

There’s an interesting selection of local Wellington estates, including the excellent Nabygelegen and Bosman Wines, all at extremely reasonable prices.

Service

Expect cosy and friendly service from the small team.

Twist Some More. Photo courtesy of the restaurant.

Ambience

A cosy country space with screed floors and oak beams. When the weather’s fine, the tables laid out under the oaks are your best bet, especially if you want to keep an eye on your kids as they clamber on the jungle gym.

And…

The Twist pantry is filled to the rafters with delicious things to take-away, from pestos and sauces to honey, olive oils and meats.

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