
Garden Route Restaurants Events & News
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A Night of Knysna Magic: The Turbine Hosts a Thelema Wine & Dine Feast
Garden Route foodies, mark the calendar and polish those wine glasses — The Turbine Hotel & Spa is rolling out the red carpet for an unforgettable Thelema Food & Wine Pairing Evening on 11 December 2025, and it’s shaping up to be one of Knysna’s most delicious nights of the year. Hosted at the charming […] More
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Knysna’s Best Deal: 50% Off All Food at The Turbine Hotel!
Next weekend, Knysna’s beloved Turbine Hotel & Spa is ditching the chaos of crowded malls and blessing the Garden Route with a deal we can all get behind — 50% off ALL food at two of their iconic eateries: Island Café and The Gastro Pub. Yes, locals, you read that right.Half price. All food. All […] More
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Knysna’s Best Spa Deal: Half-Price Massages at The Turbine Spa!
Garden Route locals, rejoice — for once, a deal that doesn’t involve queues, chaos, or wrestling someone over a toaster. Instead, The Turbine Hotel & Spa in Knysna is offering something far more precious: peace, pampering, and prices sliced clean in half. For one glorious weekend — 6 & 7 December 2025 only — The […] More
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Meet “The Big Don”: Plett’s Most Epic Black Friday Burger Has Just Arrived at The Sanctuary Restaurant
Black Friday in Plettenberg Bay just got a whole lot juicier — and The Sanctuary Restaurant is leading the charge with a special that’s big, bold, and absolutely unapologetic. Say hello to “The Big Don”, the kind of burger that doesn’t whisper Black Friday, it announces itself with a drumroll. On a day known for […] More
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Why Garden Route Couples Are Claiming Wednesdays at The Island Café
Garden Route locals know a good mid-week spoil when they see one, and The Island Café in Knysna has just made Wednesdays everyone’s new favourite night out. Date Night comes with a simple, smile-inducing offer: order any main meal and enjoy fifty percent off your starter. Easy, tasty, and perfectly timed for when the week […] More
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Knysna Foodies, This Wine & Dine Evening at Turbine Hotel & Spa was made for You!
Living in paradise has its perks — and the next one is pouring. On Thursday, 27 November 2025, the Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa is rolling out the red carpet for an unforgettable Wine Pairing Dinner featuring two South African legends: Graham Beck and Steenberg. If you’ve been looking for an excuse to dress up, […] More
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YOUNG GQEBERHA CHEFS EARN THEIR APRONS: Wannabe chefs job shadow professional chefs in a busy commercial kitchen
Professional chefs from Boardwalk in Gqeberha made dreams come true for 16 young wannabe chefs by permitting them to be part of a professional kitchen in action. After finishing school for the day, the children, aged eight to 12, arrived to witness the manic activity of chefs working at speed to faultlessly deliver orders for […] More
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Sun’s Out, Gin’s In – Half-Price G&Ts at The Turbine
The weather’s warming up, the days are getting longer, and The Turbine in Knysna is pouring something special to match the mood: half-price G&Ts on tap. That’s right — from 15 October 2025, locals and visitors alike can sip on the iconic Turbine Gin & Tonic for a fraction of the price. The deal is […] More
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A Storytelling Wine Dinner in Knysna at The Turbine Hotel
Garden Route locals, if you thought you needed to travel far for a world-class food and wine experience—think again. The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa in Knysna is hosting a Wine Pairing Dinner on 30 October 2025, and it’s all about bold flavours, great company, and wine with a story to tell. Hosted at the […] More
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Make Every Wednesday a Win: Date Night Deals at Island Café on Thesen Island
If your midweek dinner routine has been looking a little… uninspired, The Turbine Hotel’s Island Café is about to make your Wednesdays way more delicious — and romantic. All through October, Island Café is turning up the charm with a Date Night Special that’s perfect for lovebirds, besties, or anyone who appreciates a good meal […] More
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Knysna’s Tastiest Heritage Day is Happening at The Turbine
Let’s be real—braai plans can go south fast. Wind picks up, rain rolls in, and suddenly you’re stuck under the carport juggling tongs and side dishes. This Heritage Day (Wednesday, 24 September), leave the mess and mission behind and treat yourself to something lekker at The Turbine Hotel & Spa in Knysna. They’re putting on […] More
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A Feast of Flavour: Celebrate Heritage Day at Bayside Pantry & Kipling’s Brasserie
Get ready to loosen your belt and raise your glass—Heritage Day is bringing serious flavour to the Boardwalk Hotel and Casino this year. On Wednesday, 24 September, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM, food lovers are invited to a long, leisurely lunch that celebrates South Africa’s rich culinary roots. Hosted at the elegant Bayside Pantry […] More
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Local Eats, Big Specials: Knysna’s Turbine Hotel Delivers Flavour this September!
Garden Route foodies, here’s your sign to skip the long road trips and indulge right on your doorstep. This September, The Turbine Hotel & Spa in Knysna is serving up a lineup of mouthwatering restaurant specials that prove sometimes the best flavours are found close to home. Whether you’re a Knysna local or just a […] More
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Local Luxury: September Spa Specials at The Turbine Spa
For Garden Route locals, life is already blessed with lagoon views, forest trails, and ocean air — but even paradise calls for a little extra pampering now and then. That’s where The Turbine Spa in Knysna steps in, with a lineup of September Spring Specials that make self-care not just tempting, but absolutely essential. Instead […] More
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Knysna Locals, Treat Yourself: TheraVine® SuperPlus Facial at Turbine Spa!
Garden Route locals, it’s your turn to indulge — because on 5 September 2025, the Turbine Spa in Knysna is hosting a one-day-only TheraVine® SuperPlus Facial event that’s all about pampering you. Right in the heart of Thesen Island, the Turbine Spa blends luxury with laid-back local charm. And for this special event, they’re pulling […] More
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Ladies Who Lunch (With Wine): Celebrate Women’s Day with Jordan Wines at Island Café
Women’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for a way to mark the occasion with elegance, flavour, and a splash of wine – Island Café on Thesen Island has just the thing. On Saturday, 9 August 2025, the tranquil charm of Knysna meets the bold notes of Jordan Wine Estate for a […] More



