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  • Say Cheese! (And Wine): La Paris Bistro’s Weekend Pairing Is Anything But Basic

    Forget everything you think you know about cheese and wine pairings—La Paris Bistro is here to turn your expectations upside down and melt your dairy-loving heart in the process. Every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 to 17:00, this stylish Franschhoek gem is serving up a tasting experience that’s equal parts gourmet, gorgeous, and gloriously indulgent. […] More

  • Heritage Month, One Boerewors Pizza at a Time at Stellenzicht

    Let’s be real—if South African heritage had a flavour, it might just taste like boerewors, smoky off the braai, with a glass of seriously good red in hand. And this Heritage Month, the folks at Stellenzicht Wine Pod are serving it all up on a pizza, because why not make tradition extra tasty? 🍕 Introducing: […] More

  • Spring Has Sprung—and So Has a Fresh Food Era at Vergenoegd Löw

    Spring in the Cape Winelands is more than just blossoms and birdsong—it’s a full-blown invitation to eat, sip, and celebrate the new. And at Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate, that invitation comes wrapped in fresh flavours, farm-to-table flair, and a seriously exciting new culinary chapter. The estate has just welcomed a true culinary powerhouse: Michelle Theron, […] More

  • Midweek Romance? Rick’s Café Has you covered with Date Night Wednesdays

    Let’s be honest—Wednesday could use a little sparkle. Thankfully, Rick’s Café Américain in Gardens is bringing the fizz with their midweek special that’s all about cozy vibes, great food, and a touch of romance. Every Wednesday is Date Night at this iconic Cape Town hangout. Order a tapas or mezze platter and you’ll be treated […] More

  • Celebrate in Style: Why Brookdale Estate Is the Place for Your Next Occasion

    Some events deserve more than a standard venue—they deserve rolling vineyards, golden light, and food so good it practically gets its own RSVP. Whether you’re planning a milestone birthday, an anniversary bash, a year-end function, or a champagne-soaked “just because,” there’s one venue that knows how to throw a celebration with style, flavour, and serious […] More

  • Spring into Stillness: A Spa Day Made for Two at Erinvale

    If spring is all about renewal, then Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa is the place to do it—with someone you love, admire, or just really like sharing robes with. From 1–30 September 2025, Erinvale is offering a Spring Spa Journey for Two that’s designed to reconnect the tired, the busy, the overstimulated, and the “we […] More

  • Wine, Wellness & Total Relaxation: Escape to Erinvale This September

    Feeling fried? Burnt out? Like your last full-body stretch was in 2019? Then this one’s for you. From 19–21 September 2025, Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa is serving up a Wellness Weekend Retreat that’s basically a spa day… but stretched out and dipped in wine country luxury. 🧘‍♀️ The Great Winelands Escape Tucked beneath the […] More

  • Delicious Food & Breathtaking Views: Heritage Day at Benguela Cove

    This year, skip the same-old backyard braai and take the scenic route to something a little more magical. On Wednesday, 24 September 2025, Benguela Cove invites you to trade your patio for a view of mountains, lagoon, vineyards—and a whole lot of good times. 🚗 A Coastal Road Trip with a Delicious Destination Cruise down […] More

  • 3 Course Set Menu & Wine Experience at 96 Winery Road

    The flowers are blooming, the vines are singing, and your taste buds are in for a treat. This September, 96 Winery Road Restaurant is turning up the flavour dial for Taste Stellenbosch 2025 with a celebration that’s equal parts elegance and indulgence. This three-course culinary journey is a full-on love letter to spring—and to Chenin […] More

  • Raise a Glass: Nederburg Wines Score Big with Tim Atkin

    Let’s pop a cork for Nederburg—South Africa’s wine royalty just bagged some serious bragging rights! In the 2025 Tim Atkin MW South Africa Report, seven Nederburg wines earned a mighty 90 points or more, proving once again that this iconic winery doesn’t just produce wine—they craft liquid gold. From bold reds to crisp whites, from […] More

  • Celebrate Heritage Day with delicious Specials at Little Stream

    Heritage Day is all about culture, community, and—let’s be honest—seriously good food. And this year, Little Stream Conference Centre & Tea Garden is firing up the grills and rolling out the flavor for a week-long celebration that’ll make your taste buds break into a happy dance. 🔥 The Heritage Boerewors Special – Just R95! If […] More

  • Metro Merlot at Durbanville Hills: Wine, Beats & City Lights

    Get ready to raise your glass to spring in true Cape Town style! On Wednesday, 18 September at 18:30, Durbanville Hills invites you to Metro Merlot – an evening where urban energy meets vineyard elegance in a celebration of one of the world’s most loved varietals. As the sun dips behind Table Mountain and the […] More