Cape Town Cocktail Week announces the launch of its Education Programme, with Kurt Schlechter, the visionary behind multiple award-winning Cause Effect Cocktail Kitchen, appointed as Director of Education. Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, has come on board as the host venue for the programme, which will be delivered within the grand dame’s first-class conference facilities….
A Feast at The Old Bakery Restaurant Set within the charm and warmth of its historic setting, The Old Bakery Restaurant offers guests two distinctly memorable dining experiences that celebrate both rustic Italian comfort and the bold, communal spirit of South African hospitality. On Monday, Tuesday, and Friday evenings, the restaurant transforms into an inviting…
It’s been 10 years since chefs, restaurateurs and partners Liam Tomlin and Ivor Jones opened the doors of Chefs Warehouse Beau Constantia, kicking off a decade of bold flavour and creativity just below Cape Town’s Constantia Nek. Since 2016, the restaurant has become iconic in Cape Town restaurant culture: beloved for marrying Jones’ playful approach…
Join a culinary journey through Levante cuisine at Levante Restaurant. In the heart of Franschhoek, discover vibrant East Mediterranean-inspired flavours served with a fresh, contemporary touch. Whether it’s a leisurely lunch or a relaxed tasting in the bodega, every experience is designed to be unhurried and full of flavour. Tasting Room / Bodega: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:00…
Layered spice, elevated technique, and an atmosphere made for lingering—at Épice Restaurant, the experience unfolds plate by plate. Each course invites you to travel through a world of flavour, guided by a considered multi-course menu inspired by global spices—all set in the heart of Franschhoek. Reserve your table and settle in for an evening shaped…
Set against the charm of Franschhoek, Eleven Restaurant brings a fresh take on leisurely dining with its inviting Sunday Lunch Series—an experience designed for those who appreciate good food, fine wine, and unhurried afternoons. Hosted on the last Sunday of each month, the series offers a thoughtfully curated three-course menu paired with complementary wines. Each…
Set along the scenic R44 at the foot of the Helderberg—between Stellenbosch and Somerset West—Avontuur Estate introduces a refreshed chapter with the unveiling of its newly upgraded Cellar Door. Designed as a welcoming, easy-going destination, the space invites guests to slow down, connect, and savour the essence of the Stellenbosch wine route in a setting…
In the picturesque Franschhoek Valley, Franschhoek Cellar stands as a refined yet relaxed destination where wine, food and atmosphere come together with understated ease. Set along the valley’s iconic route, the cellar captures the essence of contemporary country living—balancing heritage with a fresh, modern sensibility. It’s a space designed for unhurried enjoyment, where guests are…
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 signature hospitality while Stables restoration work is underway. Seating 130 guests, the restaurant is located…
The highly anticipated 2026 Durbanville Sauvignon Blanc – the signature collaborative vintage from Cape Town’s premier Northern vineyards – has officially been signed off for release. Its first, much-anticipated public unveiling takes place at the region’s Sauvignon Soirée, on Friday, May 8. This year marks a major milestone as the project celebrates its fifth consecutive…