This Heritage Day, food lovers are invited to experience an unforgettable celebration of fire, flavour, and South African heritage as VUUR and MERTIA join forces for a one-of-a-kind culinary collaboration at Nieuwe Sion Wine Estate in Stellenbosch.
On 24 September 2025, acclaimed chefs will showcase their craft through the elemental power of fire. Chef Matt van den Berg, Stellenbosch-born and classically trained, is known for his work at South Africa’s most celebrated restaurants, including Waterkloof, Greenhouse, The Test Kitchen and La Colombe. Matt’s cooking is rooted in South African heritage, elevated with fresh, local, organic produce and global flair.
Joining Matt is Chef Shaun Scrooby, chef-owner of VUUR, a culinary experience that has redefined open-fire dining in South Africa. Shaun’s passion for live-fire cooking has taken VUUR from intimate pop-ups to a critically acclaimed name in the local food scene, celebrated for pushing boundaries with fire-driven techniques and unforgettable flavours. With VUUR, Shaun has carved out a reputation for pairing bold creativity with a deep respect for South African ingredients and food culture, earning recognition from both diners and industry insiders.
A Heritage Day Like No Other
Indulge in a full-day affair where timeless style meets the soulful spirit of the flame.
In a rare collaboration between Nieuwe Sion Estate, MERTIA and VUUR, chefs Matt and Shaun will present a continuous feast of refined braai-inspired dishes, each one crafted to celebrate flavour, texture and season.
From the moment you arrive, the serene beauty of Nieuwe Sion Estate will set the tone for a day of indulgence, with live entertainment and a warm, inviting atmosphere carrying you from noon until sunset.
Guests can expect live fire cooking, curated dishes prepared by the award-winning teams of MERTIA and VUUR, and a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere at the historic Nieuwe Sion estate.
“Heritage Day is about connection – with our roots, with each other, and with the joy of food shared over fire,” says Chef Matt van den Berg. “We’re bringing together tradition and innovation in a way that feels true to South Africa, but also exciting and fresh.”
Event Details:
- Date: 24 September 2025
- Time: Lunch until 18:00
- Venue: Nieuwe Sion Wine Estate, Watergat Rd, Simondium, Western Cape
- Tickets: R1500 per person
(Includes welcome drink, live entertainment, and food prepared by MERTIA & VUUR) - Dress Code: Relaxed Elegance
- Age Restriction: No under 18s
The Experience
- Culinary Showcase: Award-winning chefs reimagining South Africa’s braai heritage with open-flame cooking.
- Live Entertainment: Local sensation RAAF setting the stage with vibrant sounds.
- Premium Vendors
More exciting brands and live acts to be announced.
Tickets & Bookings
Tickets are available now at R1500 per person.
Book exclusively via Webtickets.
https://www.vuurrestaurant.com/