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Manolo

Address: 30 Kloof St., Cape Town Central, Cape Town, 8001
Phone: 021/422-4747

Price range: $$-$$$
Cuisine: Eclectic
Location: Cape Town Central

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Fodor's Review:

If Spain's renowned chef Ferran Adria of El Bulli had a disciple in South Africa, it would be chef Richard Carstens, who is famous here for his experimental flavor combinations and food alchemy. In February 2007 Carstens joined Manolo, giving the venue a cuisine to suit the Philippe Starck-inspired interior. A starter of foie gras royale is a rectangular block of smooth flavor served with tomato seeds, soy, and citrus redux (a pastille that dissolves) with ginger. The slow-roasted duck comes with Lego-like blocks of carrot and red-pepper gels and black-bean risotto with Cantonese sauce. For dessert try the pure-pink rose sens: rose-flavored panna cotta (custard), rose yogurt sorbet, marshmallow foam, and Turkish delight. You could also opt for the rich and delicious chocolate plate, a selection of chocolate mousse, white-chocolate fondant, truffles, ice cream, pistachio crumbs (an Adria hallmark), and citrus flavors.

Keep in mind: Reservations essential.
Credit Cards: AE, DC, MC, V