Until 16 August Everyone’s favourite Belgian detective is back! Hercule Poirot, ostensibly retired to the sleepy village of King’s Abbot, has to exercise his “leetle grey cells” to find out just who it was who murdered Roger Ackroyd, the master of Fernly Hall and the paterfamilias of a strangely dysfunctional family. Poirot, aided by the…
21 Aug 2026 18:00 R250 Born in a converted barn on the slopes of Constantiaberg, comedian and mountain-farm-boy-Jew Nik Rabinowitz grew up climbing trees, commentating on his own rugby games in three official languages, and attending a Waldorf school – where he learned to crochet his feelings and divine the precise spiritual frequency of organic…
4 – 5 September 2026 R9550 per couple, per weekend. Designed for travellers who love a little spontaneity, Franschhoek’s much-loved Mystery Weekends invite you to leave the planning behind and simply enjoy the experience. Expect luxury accommodation, exceptional food and wine, and a carefully curated itinerary filled with surprises along the way. Set against the cosy…
Join Leopard’s Leap Tasting Room to test Shiraz’s affinity to spice with a Shiraz & Samoosa pairing. Try the Classic Shiraz and Heritage Blend with two differently spiced samoosas – one hot and one not so hot, but fragrant. Available during August, from Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00 -17:00. R180 per person.
Celebrate Women’s Day with bubbles, seafood and a long weekend in Franschhoek. From 8–10 August 2026, Monneaux Restaurant at Franschhoek Country House invites guests to enjoy bubbly tastings, each paired with a fresh seafood bite. At R550 per person, it’s the perfect excuse to gather the girls and celebrate in style. Bookings: info@fch.co.za | +27 (0)21 876…
The Winelands’ answer to superlative avant garde experiential fine dining. Open Tuesday to Saturday, exclusively dinner service from 6pm and final seating at 8pm. Whether you’re joining for the Signature Tasting Menu or the new Á la Carte Menu, your evening unfolds at its own pace. DUSK is now included in the 50 Best Discovery…
Chef Ashley Dokter-Mosotho is bringing the “From Karoo with Love” to this great day. Saturday 5 September 2026 Dawn Mountains Estate, Simondium R750 pp Multi-course lunch prepared by 8 participating chefs. Raising money for Chosen Charities. Auction proceeds to The Kusasa Project and Link2Grow. Buy your tickets: info@southernstroll.com +27 082 442 6545
There are places that invite you to visit, and then there are places that invite you to linger. Nestled beneath the dramatic Simonsberg mountains, Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons has long been known for its exceptional wines and timeless sense of place. Today, the estate enters an exciting new chapter with the unveiling of beautifully reimagined…
Winter is all about slowing down, gathering around the table and enjoying comforting food paired with exceptional wines. This July and August, Perdeberg Wines invites visitors to experience the best of the season with a range of limited-time food and wine pairings, immersive wine experiences and popular Date Nights, all set against the picturesque backdrop…
6th of August: Burger Night (Fire & Wine Evening) Fire, Burgers & Complimentary Wine Warm up with their legendary Burger Night at The Bistro @ Brookdale. Enjoy a gourmet flame-grilled burger, perfectly paired with a complimentary glass of Brookdale wine, all served in the cosy ambience of crackling fires and the beautiful Paarl Winelands. Join them…