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  • One Stop, Many Reasons: Eating and Riding at The Bike Forge

    Some weekends are about slowing down. Others are about firing things up. At The Bike Forge, the two come together in the best possible way to bring you a special experience. Set just outside Tulbagh and within easy reach of Cape Town, The Bike Forge has quietly become a favourite weekend destination for food lovers, […] More

  • A Starry-Night Escape: Why The Bike Forge Is the Getaway You Didn’t Know You Needed

    Sometimes the best food moments don’t happen in restaurants. They happen around a fire, with a simple meal, good company, and a sky full of stars overhead. That’s exactly the kind of experience waiting at The Bike Forge, a laid-back camping and glamping escape just one hour from Cape Town. Tucked into the countryside near […] More

  • The Wine Harvest Commemorative Event Marks the Start of South Africa’s Harvest Season

    The 2026 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event returns on Thursday, 5 February2026, inviting the public to experience one of the most meaningful traditions in South African wine. Hosted at Groot Constantia, South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm, the evening marks an important national milestone: 367years since the first recorded wine was made from Cape grapes on 2February […] More

  • A Taste of Summer, the Italian Way: Filini launches its new Seasonal Menu

    Cape Town summer has a rhythm of its own. Long days, warm evenings, and an easy pace that invites lingering over good food. Filini Restaurant is leaning into that seasonal mood with the launch of its new Filini Summer Menu, bringing a fresh slice of Italy right into the heart of the city. [full menu] […] More

  • Start Your Engines — It’s Burger Thursday at The Bike Forge!

    Calling all burger buffs and beer believers — Thursdays just got a whole lot juicier at The Bike Forge in Tulbagh. Whether you’re rolling in on two wheels or just cruising by on your lunch break, the Burger Special is your new weekly pit stop. Every Thursday from 10AM to 4PM, it’s R185 for a […] More

  • Breakfast, Bikes & Beats: A Perfect Sunday at Bike Forge

    Sunday mornings were made for good food, great music, and unhurried conversations — and The Bike Forge is setting the scene perfectly this January. On Sunday, 11 January 2026, the popular Tulbagh spot will be hosting a relaxed breakfast gathering with live music by Rocking Eve, starting from 10AM. It’s the kind of event that […] More

  • Boxing Day at Bike Forge Is About to Get Loud, Laid-Back, and Legendary

    If Boxing Day plans usually involve leftovers and scrolling, this year offers a far better option. The Bike Forge is turning 26 December into a full-blown celebration of live music, great food, cold drinks, and easy holiday vibes — all set against the scenic backdrop between Tulbagh and Wolseley. From midday to early evening, the […] More

  • NYE Dinner 2025/2026

    New Years Eve Dinner Cape Town 2025/2026

    NYE Dinner Cape Town 2025/2026: Ringing in the New Year in Style! As 2025 draws to a close and the promise of 2026 shines ahead, Cape Town becomes a magnetic celebration hub, with the city’s restaurants, rooftops, and coastlines transforming into glittering stages for unforgettable New Year’s Eve (NYE) dinners. Whether you’re a local or […] More

  • A Table Full of Christmas: Nederburg’s Festive Christmas Eve Feast

    There’s something quietly magical about Christmas Eve. It’s the moment before the rush, when the table is set, glasses are poured, and time slows just enough to savour it all. This year, Nederburg is turning that feeling into a full festive celebration with a Christmas Eve Feast designed for sharing, lingering, and making memories. Set […] More

  • Coffee, Breakfast, and Live Music: Sundays Done Right at Bike Forge

    There’s something about a Sunday morning in the winelands that calls for good coffee, a relaxed breakfast, and music that drifts easily through the air. This weekend, The Bike Forge delivers all three, with a live performance that turns an ordinary brunch into a proper outing. From 10am, the smell of fresh coffee and breakfast […] More

  • Christmas Lunch & Dinners in Cape Town 2025

    Ultimate Guide to Christmas Lunch in Cape Town 2025: Best Spots & Top Tips Spending Christmas in Cape Town is nothing short of magical, with warm summer weather, breathtaking scenery, and vibrant festivities. Planning the perfect Christmas Lunch Cape Town 2025 experience requires the right balance of delicious food, great company, and an atmosphere that […] More