Situated at the foot of the mountain range that descends into the breathtaking Plains of Camdeboo in the malaria-free Great Karoo, Samara Private Game Reserve is a place where time literally stands still. Formed millions of years ago, the Great Karoo is one of the great natural wonders of the world, rich in beauty and fossil finds.

Set amidst magnificent rolling plains and edged by purple mountains, Samara Private Game Reserve offers a haunting and utterly compelling experience. It is home to a luxurious colonial style Karoo Lodge as well as The Manor House that features contemporary African décor, comfort, space and style, finished off by verandas with never-ending vistas.

Dine under the stars or picnic overlooking the romantic plains while indulging in delicious cuisine and quality wines. A swimming pool, library, tennis court and children’s area provide additional recreation. Spend days on safari with experienced rangers spotting buffalo, rhino and antelope on 70 000 acres of land where the majestic cheetah reigns once more and endangered mountain zebra roam freely.

Whether you dine in the boma, under the stars or picnic overlooking the romantic plains of Camdeboo, you will savour the flavours of Samara’s mouth-watering cuisine hand selected and produced from their Karoo Kitchen. Let Samara’s chef’s guide you through a cornucopia of flavours redolent of the wild surrounds and complimented by Iris Adams handpicked Karoo garden produce. The aromatic scents of Wild Rosemary and Fynbos are combined with traditional Karoo Lamb and Springbok Loin to create a gastronomic delight that never fails to seduce. Meals are all served with quality wines selected from our cellar.

So tickle your taste buds and get those mouths’ watering with Samara Private Game Reserve and Marianne Palmer in August! Rates for the two-day cooking course are from R3650 per person per night for a Lodge Suite and R2900 per non-participating partner R4450 per person per night for a Karoo Suite and R3 700 per non-participating partner. The above rates include the cooking experience, a signed copy of Prickly Pears & Pomegranates (Marianne Palmer's cookery book), accommodation, all meals, selection of house wines, local beers and soft drinks, teas and coffee, two open Landrover safaris or guided walks per day. This offer is valid for 22 and 23 August 2009 only.

For more information, visit www.samara.co.za, email reservations@samara.co.za or telephone 049 891 0558.