Garden Route Restaurants Events & News
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Celebrate 3 Days of Cocktails, Bubbles and Dessert at The Sanctuary Restaurant
One celebration is good, but The Sanctuary Restaurant in Plettenberg Bay is stretching Women’s Day across an entire weekend with the Dames Weekend Trilogy. Running from Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 9 August 2026, the three day celebration offers a different indulgence each day. Guests can begin with discounted cocktails, continue with complimentary local bubbles […] More
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Celebrate International Beer Day with Beer and Bites at The Sanctuary Restaurant
International Beer Day calls for a cold pour, something tasty to share and a good excuse to settle in for a relaxed Friday on the Garden Route. The Sanctuary Restaurant in Plettenberg Bay has all three covered with a simple special designed for easygoing celebrations. Taking place on Friday, 7 August 2026, the offer invites […] More
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A Winter Evening of Steenberg Estate Wines and Fine Dining arrives at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa
The Knysna Oyster Festival is packed with reasons to head out this July, and food and wine lovers can add another standout event to the calendar. On 9 July 2026, The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa will host a special Christmas in July Wine Dinner in partnership with the acclaimed Steenberg Estate. Taking place at […] More
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Turbine Hotel invites Knysna locals to a leisurely Ladies who Lunch afternoon at Island Café
Knysna locals looking for an excuse to gather friends, enjoy a relaxed afternoon, and indulge in a little midweek spoil can look forward to the next Ladies who Lunch event at Island Café at Turbine Hotel on Monday, 29 June 2026. Taking place from 12:30 to 15:30, the experience offers a welcoming combination of good […] More
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6 Reasons to visit Island Cafe & The Gastro Pub: A Guide to Winter Specials at The Turbine
June is getting a little warmer at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa, where locals are invited to settle in for a month of comforting food, relaxed dining, and easy-going specials at Island Café and The Gastro Pub. Available until the end of June 2026, these sit-down meal promotions are a simple excuse to gather […] More
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A Garden Route Gathering of Whisky Lovers at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa
The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is giving Garden Route locals a reason to make Thursday night feel a little more special. On 18 June 2026, The Gastro Pub will host a Santa Bras Cigar and Whiskey Pairing, bringing together a refined degustation menu, premium whisky, and a guided cigar experience. The evening begins at […] More
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A Father’s Day Lunch with Short Rib, Lager, and Island Café Charm at The Turbine
Father’s Day on the Garden Route deserves a setting with character, good food, and a table big enough for the whole family. This year, The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is inviting locals to celebrate Dad with a special Father’s Day Lunch at Island Café on 21 June 2026. The afternoon begins at 12:30 with […] More
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Father’s Day Lunch on the Garden Route 2026
Welcome to the breathtaking Garden Route, a scenic coastal stretch in South Africa known for its natural beauty and charming towns. As we approach the month of June, a special occasion is on the horizon – Father’s Day. This day is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the remarkable fathers and father figures in our lives. […] More
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Spa Specials: Why Garden Route Locals are escaping to Turbine Hotel this Winter!
Winter in the Garden Route has its own charm. Cooler mornings, quieter streets, and the perfect excuse to slow things down a little. The Turbine Hotel in Knysna is embracing the season with its Winter Warmer spa special, running daily throughout May 2026. The special gives locals the chance to mix and match two treatments, […] More
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A Knysna Spa Escape for Mothers at Turbine Hotel with Bubbly & Bliss
Mother’s Day in the Garden Route deserves more than rushed flowers and a last-minute lunch booking. This year, The Turbine Hotel in Knysna is giving local families a chance to slow things down properly with a spa experience designed entirely around relaxation. Running from 6 to 11 May 2026, the Mother’s Day special at Turbine […] More
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Enjoy a Mother’s Day Braai at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino’s Kipling’s Brasserie and Bayside Pantry
Mother’s Day is a time to honour our biological mothers and all the special woman in our lives, from grandmothers to mother-in-laws, and woman we look up to. To celebrate the day, chefs at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino have planned a delicious Mother’s Day Braai that will allow you to make the special women in […] More
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Mother’s with Melody at Boardwalk International Convention Centre
For a soulful tribute to mothers, wives and sisters, don’t miss ‘Mother’s with Melody’ at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino on Sunday, 10 May from 4pm. The show promises a heartfelt tribute honouring mothers and other special women with timeless songs of love and appreciation, all delivered with powerful vocals and moving performances from talented songstresses […] More
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Kept By Grace – Arise Tour With Lebo Sekgobela at Boardwalk International Convention Centre
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your faith, connect with fellow believers, or simply enjoy a night of uplifting gospel music, ‘Kept By Grace – Arise’ promises to be a night to remember on Saturday, 23 May at Boardwalk International Convention Centre. Following the success of songstress Lebo Sekgobela’s 2025 gospel tour, this highly anticipated return […] More
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Turbine Hotel turns Knysna Long Weekend into Happy Hour and Gastro Pub Specials
For Garden Route locals, the long weekend in Knysna comes with a familiar energy. The Simola Hillclimb brings the buzz, and The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is matching it with a line-up of easy, no-fuss specials worth stepping out for. Good food, well-priced drinks, and a familiar spot to enjoy the Hillclimb atmosphere without […] More
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Turbine Hotel hosts World Bee Day Dinner with Honey Menu at Island Café
For Garden Route locals looking to try something a little different midweek, The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa in Knysna is adding a fresh twist to the dining calendar. On 20 May 2026, Island Café will host a honey-inspired dinner in celebration of World Bee Day. Starting at 18:30, the evening offers a thoughtfully curated […] More
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A Proper Sunday Roast at The Turbine Boutique Hotel in Knysna that makes Mother’s Day feel Effortless!
Mother’s Day doesn’t always need a grand plan; sometimes it’s about choosing somewhere that quietly gets it right. The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa has done exactly that with a Sunday roast that feels familiar, relaxed, and just a little elevated. Set on Thesen Island, the setting already does part of the work. It’s calm, […] More