Situated in a Semi-Open Air, Thatch Roof Setting, Surrounded by nature, created the perfect atmosphere and mood for the tasty and rich in flavor "Wood-Fire" meals.
The absence of a strict menu created a sense of surprise with every visit. Lawrence and his team support the local farmers and market, meaning that the recipe and ingredients depend on "What's Available" on-the-day. This Guarantees "Farm Fresh" meals every day.
Blue Bay Cucina has an experienced team of Functions and Events planners at hand to ensure that your Wedding, Business Breakfast or Anniversary is a "Memorable" event.
About the Blue Bay Tasty Meals
The high temperatures that wood-fired ovens can achieve make them an unexpectedly excellent method to prepare steaks with significant cuts, and the wood gives a nice smokey flavor to the meat.
Blue Bay Cucina is situated just off Salt Rock Drive, North of Ballito, on the KwaZulu Natal North Coast.
For more information send us a WhatsApp message on 071 203 2879.
Wood-Fired Restaurants have an exceptionally relaxed atmosphere, brought about by the crackling of the fire in the background.
Blue Bay Cucina has an "open kitchen", which means that the fire's flames can be seen by the patrons. The flames have an almost "Hypnotic" effect, and one can end up staring into the flames for hours, while the stress seems to just "Burn" away.
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"The smell of the tasty meals being prepared on the "Wood-Fire" has an effect on the "Taste Buds" that I just can't explain. My mouth seems to water all the time with an uncontrollable desire to want to have a bite of almost everything being prepared.
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"I have never experienced this at any other restaurant. It is clear that I have become addicted to the "Wood-Fire" and Wood-Fire cooking"
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Recipes prepared on a wood fire has far superior flavors than those prepared in any other method.
The truth is, that brick ovens produce uniform temperatures that allow for balanced cooking, and they add a surprising layer of flavor to virtually every meal.
Pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven have a softer, gentler texture, as well as a puffier crust. Pizzas cooked in wood-fired ovens are thicker on the top, crisper on the bottom, and softer in the center, as they are cooked extremely fast and at extremely high temperatures.
A wood-fired pizza oven keeps temperatures well, but should be fired up early.
To guarantee "Night after Night" consistency it is important that you are a seasoned "Wood-Fire" chef, that knows your wood and how the various recipes respond to the fire.
Quality is at the heart of everything we do.
Our daily changing menu represents the best of what our local markets have to offer.
Our passion for sourcing fresh ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know, combining them with traditional flavors, and rewriting familiar recipes into exceptional cuisine is our mission and greatest joy.
One of the greatest advantages of wood-fired cooking is not just the distinct texture and flavor that the high temperature produces, but the fact that the cooking times are way shorter compared to other cooking methods.
The wood fire craze has definitely taken hold and "Blue Bay Cucina' is leading the way here on the Dolphin Coast of KZN. The shortage of Electricity has also contributed the growth of "Wood-Fire Restaurants"
The Blue Bay Cucina idea started years ago among a small circle of friends in Salt Rock, a city situated along the KwaZulu Natal north coast.
A piece of farmland was acquired where a recording studio, LOOP Evolution Records was opened. Later a Surf Board Factory, Blue Rage Backyard Boards was added, using existing structures on the property.
Post-Covid Lock-downs an accommodation building was added and directly adjacent to that, the current thatched roof semi-open-air structures for the Blue Bay Cucina Restaurant were added. To fit into the semi-natural feel, combined with the constant electricity problems that plagued the area, it was decided to go with an "Open Fire" restaurant.
To match the relaxed feel, a decision was made to be a "Functions and Event Specialist" venue restaurant.
A lot of love, commitment, and passion went into Blue Bay Cucina, and their patrons can experience this passion as they are transformed from being a "Patron" to a VIP member of the "Blue Bay Cucina Family"
To become a VIP member of the "Blue Bay Cucina" Family complete the short form below.
We will add you to our Newsletter list and WhatsApp group, informing you of family meetings, gatherings, celebrations, specials, or events. We promise to never abuse or spam our family.
Regards
Yvonne, Lawrence, and the rest of the Blue Bay Family.
Lawrence and the team at Blue Bay Cucina are doing a great job with their wood-fired oven-driven cuisine.
From the wood-burning 900-degree oven to your plate, BBC's pizzas are pillowy soft, and light with just the right amount of burnt flavor and smoky crust.
Hot buttered bread, straight from the wood-fired oven is also a huge favorite. There is nothing more powerful to get the taste-buds going than the smell of fresh hot bread, straight from the oven. That smell just fills the air and attracts people from far and wide.
Live-fire cuisine has gone from being the province of backyard barbecuers and backyard-type chefs to becoming a national phenomenon. Wood-fired cooking is coming back in big ways, with chefs using the time-honored technique to inspire a bit of creativity in the kitchen.
Wood-Fired cooking has its roots in Italy, where the cooking was fairly simple on a wood-fired rotisserie. But to be fair, Wood-Fired cooking and meals date back thousands of years, to the beginning of times.
Lawrence and his team are passionate about supporting the local farmers around the area. For that reason, a "strict" menu is not available, as the menu and ingredients are controlled by the seasons and availability from the local market and farmers.
To be successful through great people consistently delivering outstanding food, and service in an inviting "friends and family" atmosphere, making every guest loyal.
To exceed each and every one of our customer’s expectations.”
To open hearts and minds, one meal at a time.
To provide a restaurant that serves locally grown food with amazing taste, at an affordable price, where all can enjoy the flavor of our community.
To capture the character of our community, and showcase its produce; all in an attempt to capture a time and a space in the confines of a plate, but more often in a series of plates.
By completing the above form you become a VIP member of the "Blue Bay Cucina" Family.
We will add you to our Newsletter list and WhatsApp group, keeping you up to date and informed of family meetings, gatherings, celebrations, specials, or events.
We promise to never abuse or spam our family.
