Very popular in the shopping malls of the Western Cape are the weekend markets which pop up all over the place. These give many people a chance to sell the products they make because that is the whole point of the thing. Everything is homemade and one can find all...

Don't miss out on the chance to taste no fewer than 42 estate favourites in style. June 11

Fondly known as “a little piece of Italy in the Heart of the Helderberg,” Morgenster Estate’s restaurant continues to honour its heritage with a thoughtfully curated winter menu, alongside relaxed Cicchetti evenings and value-driven weekday lunch specials. This...

As the days grow cooler, there’s a hot new reason to head out to the Helderberg. Firehorse temporary restaurant at Vergelegen Wine Estate has announced its winter specials, plus a dinner service on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Firehorse opened in April to ensure...

If you're looking to get out of town, not too far but nevertheless into the country, somewhere with a spectacular view, wonderful food and wine, I would thoroughly recommend Jewell's at Spice Route in Paarl. This is the domain of charcuterie wiz Neil Jewell and his...

Wine Concepts invite wine lovers to their 6th annual Grape Escape Wine Festival at Moyo Restaurant, Kirstenbosch on Thursday, 11th June 2026 from 18.00 to 21.00. Following the success of previous festivals, this year’s event promises to be an exclusive evening of...

Inspired by its current art exhibition, entitled Van Horison tot Horison, La Motte presents a sensory experience of note - an exclusive evening showcasing the beauty of art in all its facets. Guests are invited to visit the La Motte Ateljee to enjoy the latest...

This May, in celebration of Hamburger Day on the 28th and just because they believe in the beauty of burgers and Bordeaux, Leopard’s Leap set out to charm you with a sensational choice! Sip and Slide Join them at Leopard’s Leap for a grown-up Sip & Slide! During...

Durbanville Hills is inviting guests into the creative heart of winemaking with the launch of Unfiltered Thursdaze, a new weekly after-hours Thursday experience that offers rare access to wines still in progress, paired with curated music, food and authentic...

  WINTER 2026 AT LUKE DALE ROBERTS RESTAURANTS: ASIAN INSPIRED FLAVOURS, LIGHT LUNCHES, STREET FOOD AND THE CITY’S MOST COVETED BRUNCH The Luke Dale Roberts Group of Restaurants welcomes winter with a reimagined set of offerings across its portfolio, launching on...

In the wake of the March fire that gutted the popular Stables restaurant, Vergelegen Wine Estate has responded with characteristic resilience. Temporary restaurant Firehorse opened on Friday 17 April to ensure that guests continue to enjoy the Somerset West estate’s...

This year the Plett Wine & Bubbly Festival will be celebrating 20 years of ‘Plett Wine of Origin’, a milestone that highlights the region’s growing reputation as one of South Africa’s premier boutique wine destinations. The festival will unfold over the course of...

  The Luke Dale Roberts Group of Restaurants welcomes winter with a reimagined set of offerings across its portfolio, launching from 4 May 2026 until the end of October 2026. Each restaurant presents a distinct experience, reflecting Luke Dale Roberts’ travels,...

Wine enthusiasts are invited to discover the allure of one of the Mediterranean’s most exciting grape varieties at Vermentino Day, taking place on Saturday, 25 April 2026 at Ayama Wine Farm in the Paarl winelands.   Presented as a collaborative celebration...

If your idea of a perfect weekend includes superb bubbles, fabulous food, live music and great company, then clear your calendar, because The Bubbly Festival is back and it’s bringing the sparkle in a big way. Taking over the breathtaking Anura Wine Estate...

Photographers, both professional and amateur, can start planning their shots as Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West has launched the fourth edition of its popular annual photography contest. A provincial heritage site in Somerset West, Vergelegen offers immense...

A reminder about the upcoming Agulhas Wine Triangle Festival taking place on Saturday, 25 April 2026 hosted by Lomond Wines. This special one-day celebration brings together the region’s finest cool climate wine producers, offering you the chance to taste and discover...

For more than three decades, the Diners Club Winelist Awards have set the benchmark for wine excellence in South Africa’s hospitality industry. Recognised and respected by both the restaurant and wine sectors, these prestigious annual awards celebrate establishments...

There is no denying the allure of Groot Constantia, the granddaddy of them all. Back in the days when the original land grabber Simon Van der Stel cast his beady eyes on this verdant valley—yes, the whole of it—and took possession, he probably named it after the...

Easter weekend is a time to gather, reflect on the season’s bounty and share generous meals with family and friends. At Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate, the rhythms of harvest and heritage cuisine come together in a warm Easter celebration at Geuwels, led by gastronomist...