Summary: 96 Winery Road in Stellenbosch is hosting a one-night 1947 on Vilakazi pop-up dining experience on Saturday, 10 October 2026, with arrival from 18h00 for an 18h30 start. The evening includes a five-course menu featuring butternut and carrot velouté, Mozambique king prawns, smoked Wagyu brisket and cheesecake, paired with Ken Forrester Wines.
One night, two restaurants and one very special table is the idea behind an upcoming culinary collaboration at 96 Winery Road.
On Saturday, 10 October 2026, 1947 on Vilakazi is bringing its dining experience to the venue for a special one-night pop-up in collaboration with Ken Forrester Wines.
The evening brings together owner Naomi, Chef Junior and Sommelier Skhu for a five-course dinner celebrating heritage, flavour and South African hospitality.
- Guests arrive from 18h00, with the evening beginning at 18h30, before settling in for a menu that combines familiar South African influences with ingredients and flavours from further afield. The five-course menu includes several highlights, beginning with Butternut & Carrot Veloute with biltong and atchar oil and moving through to Mozambique King Prawns.
Another standout is smoked Wagyu brisket with Korean BBQ sauce and kimchi rice, bringing a distinctly contemporary touch to the evening. A cheesecake dessert provides the sweet finish, with the dishes thoughtfully paired with wines from Ken Forrester Wines.
The collaboration gives diners an opportunity to experience 1947 on Vilakazi at 96 Winery Road for one night, with the restaurant’s owner, chef and sommelier joining the evening themselves.
For food and wine enthusiasts, it is a chance to sit down to a multi-course dinner where the food and wine pairing form part of the experience, while the setting brings together two restaurant names for a single evening.
⇒ Winery Road, Stellenbosch
- 021 842 2020
- wineryrd@mweb.co.za
FAQs
When is the 1947 on Vilakazi pop-up at 96 Winery Road?
It takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026.
What time does the evening start?
Guests are welcomed from 18h00, with the evening starting at 18h30.
How many courses are included?
The experience features a five-course menu.
What dishes are included?
Menu highlights include butternut and carrot velouté with biltong and atchar oil, Mozambique king prawns, smoked Wagyu brisket with Korean BBQ sauce and kimchi rice, and cheesecake.
Are wines included?
The five-course menu is thoughtfully paired with Ken Forrester Wines.
Who will be attending from 1947 on Vilakazi?
The evening welcomes owner Naomi, Chef Junior and Sommelier Skhu.
How much does the pop-up cost?
A price has not been supplied.
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