Captain s Log The Phantom Ship, a legend.

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1 Captain s Log The Phantom Ship, a legend. Since the dawn of history the oceans have thrown the gauntlet to the brave, the foolhardy, the wicked and the wise - inviting those who dare to take their chances in a perilous dance of life and death. But nowhere has this challenge been more tempting and taunting than here on the vital eastern trade routes of Port Natal where jagged rocks, dangerous currents and treacherous seas have lured hundreds of vessels to their watery graves. It s not surprising then that ghost stories abound along this stretch of coastline. Such as the legend of the Phantom ship, first sighted at the turn of the century sailing into Durban harbour from a southerly direction. Ship stevedores noticed it at dusk rounding Durban s Bluff headland with just one blue-green light swinging at the fore. They waited for the vessel described as a steam ship with a black and scarlet funnel and two masts to enter the harbour, but it never did. Several weeks later, it appeared again in the same area. But this time even closer to the shore, moving slowly like a stealthy shadow again. It appeared to have no name, answered no signals and flew no flags. Of course, sea folk being notoriously superstitious, all kinds of notions were proffered. It was a pirate ship skulking in the dark, waiting for its prey, said some. It was lost said others. Some suggested it was on some secret mission. But with no real answers it wasn t long before the mystery ship was known simply as the darned Phantom. And there the legend may have remained, part myth, part reality, if it had not been for a man s insatiable curiosity which resulted in it being wrecked upon our shores. 17 A pril 1914

2 Note from the Captain Out of consideration for other guests, we respectfully request that you do not approach the tank while tables are occupied and that children remain seated at all times.

3 Starters FRESHLY SHUCKED OYSTERS Chilled & served with lemon wedges and Tabasco sauce R20.00 each BEEF CARPACCIO Rolled peppered beef accompanied by a herbed bouquet, shaved pecorino and a balsamic reduction R58.00 SMOKED SALMON TIAN Thinly sliced smoked salmon, served with crème fraiche, avocado, capers and shallots accompanied by a petit salad R69.00 CARGO MUSSELS Mussels cooked in a rich, creamy white wine, Pernod, garlic and dill sauce R60.00 JALEPENO AND FETA SPRING ROLLS Served with a Picco De Gallo salsa and coriander yoghurt R48.00 CALAMARI PERI-PERI Served with a savoury basmati rice salad, anchovy and caper sauce tartare, garnished with basil oil. R58.00 HONEY GINGER PANKO PRAWNS Small prawns, lightly crumbed, served with wasabi mayonnaise, soy ginger and julienne vegetables R58.00 CHEF S SOUP OF THE DAY Freshly prepared seasonal soup, please ask your ambassador for the soup of the day R45.00

4 Salads BLUE CHEESE, BACON AND PEAR On a bed of julienne vegetables, crisp salad greens and a black cherry vinaigrette R55.00 GREEK SALAD (V) Traditional Greek salad served Cargo Hold style R55.00 SEARED TUNA SALAD Salad greens, avocado, sesame seeds, spicy soy ginger dressing R69.00 SALMON TROUT SALAD Smoked Salmon trout on a bed of fresh rocket leaves & watercress, drizzled with aioli dressing and topped with citrus vinaigrette. R65.00 ROASTED BUTTERNUT & FETA SALAD (V) Butternut, beetroot, pumpkin seeds & basil pesto-crusted feta tossed in a honey vinaigrette R55.00

5 Main Courses - Fish (We pride ourselves on providing you with the freshest fish on the market Please ask your ambassador for the catch of the day) LINEFISH Simply grilled with herbs and spices, lemon and olive oil served with French fries R SALMON TROUT Whole salmon trout, stuffed with feta and spinach, on new potatoes complemented by a lemon beurre blanc R SEARED NORWEGIAN SALMON Seared and served with a sticky teriyaki sauce and pesto mashed potato. R GRILLED KINGKLIP Grilled and served with 3 prawns smothered in a white wine, garlic and dill cream sauce on a bed of seasonal vegetables and baby potatoes. R KINGKLIP Simply grilled with herbs and spices, lemon and olive oil served with French fries R SEAFOOD PASTA Linguine, linefish, mussels, prawns and calamari in a cream based sauce of capers, olives, chilli, parsley and parmesan. R CALAMARI PERI-PERI Served with a savoury basmati rice salad, anchovy and caper sauce tartare, garnished with basil oil. R PRAWNS NATIONAL Grilled to perfection and served with peri-peri and lemon butter sauces R145 MOZAMBIQUE CHILLI PRAWNS Pan Fried in garlic, peri peri, lemon and bay leaves. Served with basmati rice, Picco De Gallo salsa and coriander yoghurt R165 SPANISH INQUISITION A traditional Spanish delicacy of chorizo sausage, calamari, mussels, line fish, chicken and prawns served with Spanish rice and rocket R295.00

6 Crayfish and Langoustines All crayfish and langoustines are served with basmati rice, French fries and your choice of peri-peri, lemon butter or garlic butter sauces GRILLED CRAYFISH OR LANGOUSTINES Simply grilled with herbs and spices, lemon and olive oil SQ STEAMED CRAYFISH OR LANGOUSTINES Steamed with ginger and lemongrass SQ CRAYFISH THERMIDOR One Medium sized served with basmati rice, French fries and a rich creamy mustard and cheese sauce SQ Seafood Platters All platters are served with basmati rice, French fries and your choice of peri-peri, lemon butter or garlic butter sauces CAPTAIN S PLATTER A combination of grilled catch of the day, Patagonian calamari and mussels R145 COMMANDER S PLATTER A combination of grilled kingklip, Patagonian calamari and 5 queen prawns R195 QUARTERMASTER S PLATTER One medium Grilled Crayfish, 5 queen prawns & mussels. R285 ADMIRAL S PLATTER Cargo Hold s most famed platter for two consisting of crayfish, prawns, mussels, calamari, line fish and langoustines R650 Grilled Queen Prawns (EACH) Grilled King Prawns (EACH) Tiger Giant Prawns (EACH) R20 R35 R45

7 Main Courses - Poultry, Lamb, Beef, Game CHICKEN SUPREME Herb cream cheese, with Mediterranean crushed potato, mustard sauce R110 MAURITIAN CHICKEN AND PRAWN CURRY Served with basmati rice, cucumber and coriander raita and fresh chilli sambals R CITRUS DUCK BREAST Roasted duck breast with a soy-pineapple glaze, served with sweet potato and a citrus jus R DUO OF OSTRICH AND VENISON Medallions of ostrich and venison loin served with butternut puree, smoked garlic creamed potatoes, marinated mushrooms and Cape gooseberry jus R LAMB CUTLETS Lamb cutlets herbed potatoes, roast vegetables and spiced garlic lamb jus SQ LAMB SHANK Slow braised in tomato, honey, Dijon mustard and squeezed lemon, served with minted creamed potatoes and seasonal vegetables SQ CAPTAIN S BEEF FILLET Lightly smoked beef fillet, gorgonzola, fresh pear, candied pecan nut and a rosemary truffle jus R SIRLOIN STEAK (SIMONSBERG) Sirloin steak topped with brie cheese and streaky bacon, on a bed of baby potatoes with a rosemary sauce R135.00

8 All steaks are basted or rubbed in a blend of olive oil and fine herbs and then perfectly flame grilled to your satisfaction. Served with a choice of fries, mashed potato, rice or baby potatoes. Char-grilled SIRLOIN 200g R105 Char-grilled SIRLOIN 300g R125 Char-grilled SIRLOIN 400g R145 Char-grilled FILLET 200g R115 Char-grilled FILLET 300g R135 Char-grilled FILLET 400g R155 Our steaks are best served medium rare. We cannot take responsibility for steaks ordered well done. Due to the nature & size of our steaks, grilling time can take up to 30 minutes.

9 Side Dishes French fries R20.00 New potatoes R25.00 Creamed potatoes R20.00 Creamed spinach R25.00 Roasted butternut mash R20.00 Mixed seasonal vegetables R25.00 Greek Salad R28.00 Green Salad R20.00 SAUCES Mushroom sauce, Peri-peri sauce, Peppercorn sauce, Cheese sauce, Café du Paris sauce R20.00

10 Vegetarian STRUDEL OF CURRIED VEGETABLES Curried vegetables wrapped in phyllo pastry, complimented by a coriander yoghurt R75.00 MUSHROOM LINGUINE Fresh mushrooms flavoured with garlic, ginger, lemongrass and soy, tossed with linguine pasta, basil and parmesan R80.00 OVEN BAKED GNOCCHI Soft potato dumplings in a three cheese sauce on a light tomato concasse R80.00

11 Desserts CHOCOLATE BROWNIE FONDANT A chocolate and almond favourite served piping hot with vanilla ice cream and a rich chocolate sauce R48.00 ICED FUSION Trio of sorbets, select from our delicious range of lemon, mango, strawberry and granadilla R45.00 HOMEMADE ICE CREAM Please ask your ambassador for the homemade ice cream of the day R40.00 BERRY MILLE-FEUILLE With vanilla and chocolate pannacotta R45.00 CARGO PASSION PLATE Granadilla cheesecake, passion fruit brulée and passion fruit ice cream R48.00 CASHEW AND CINNAMON PARFAIT With pistachio butter, sour cream sponge and saffron jelly R45.00 APPLE TART TATIN Caramelized apples on pastry with caramel sauce and calvados ice cream R48.00

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