Looking for the best wine & dine evenings in Durban? Restaurants, hotels and hospitality venues across Durban regularly host special food and wine events featuring curated menus, paired wines and opportunities to discover more about South African wine. These experiences can range from relaxed tasting dinners to multi-course pairing evenings hosted by winemakers, sommeliers or wine estate representatives. For diners who enjoy good food with a well-matched glass of wine, Durban’s wine dinner calendar offers plenty to explore.
A typical wine & dine evening in Durban brings together several courses with wines chosen to complement each dish. Some events focus on a single wine estate, while others explore different varietals, regions or styles across the evening. Guests may also hear directly from the winemaker or wine representative, adding useful background on the vineyards, vintages and thinking behind each pairing.
Durban wine dinner experiences may include:
Wine and dine events take place across Durban and surrounding areas, including Umhlanga, Durban North, the beachfront and central Durban. Hotels, restaurants and event venues frequently host once-off pairing dinners, particularly around new wine releases, seasonal menus and visiting winemakers. For a date night, dinner with friends or an evening dedicated to discovering new wines, these events offer an easy way to enjoy something a little more special than a standard restaurant booking. Explore the latest wine & dine evenings Durban has to offer and book ahead when an event stands out.
It’s time for another evening of good food & wine! For a divine experience of the vine, join Olive & Oil in Hillcrest for a winederful evening of good food and wine, brought to you by Bon Courage. Canapés on the 29th of June. You can expect a sumptuous three course meal and an all-round…
What’s cooking at the Big Easy Winebar & Grill this month? It’s time for another Wine Pairing dinner of 2017 at Big Easy Durban Winebar & Grill at Hilton Durban, taking place on Thursday, the 21st of June. Ernie Els’ passion for fine wines led to him choosing Stellenbosch as the base for his viticultural…
Join 9th Avenue Bistro for an evening of great food & wine! De Grendel Wines from the beautiful Durbanville Wine Route in Cape Town has been invited to showcase their excellent wines which are paired with 3 delicious courses at the wine & dine evening. It’s all happening on Wednesday, the 7th of June with all guests…
If you love craft beer then you are in for a treat at the Big Easy Winebar & Grill! On the 25th of April, locally based That Brewing Company will showcase their craft beers paired with a stunning four course menu prepared by the head chef Janine Fourie. R425 gets you a seat at the table which…
On the 17th of November, a wonderful dinner experience will await you as Le Creuset has been invited to host a dinner evening at The Pearl Room. The executive Chef, Kevin Joseph, will be conjuring up a delicious three-course dinner using the full spectrum of Le Creuset cookware and paired with a selection of wines…
A journey of flavours! The Grill Jichana offers all guests a taste of traditional grill house favourites, combined with flavours of the African East Coast spice route – all prepared with a contemporary twist. At the moment, the restaurant offers a rare opportunity to experience South Africa’s top auction wines paired with a delicious 3 course dinner….
Explore the Wine Cellar at The Oyster Box! Join the hotel on the 25th of May for a ‘Spirit Adventure’ in their exclusive Wine Cellar! Take a gastronomic flight of fancy with The Oyster Box and the Spirit Adventure ambassador, with a paired food and spirit Menu served in a unique and interactive way. This exclusive evening is hosted by…
What’s cooking at the Big Easy Winebar & Grill! Graham back has established a loyal following and an impressive global reputation for quality, consistency and sophistication. That’s why Big Easy Winebar & Grill is proud to announce that they will be hosting a beautiful food & wine paired dinner on the 12th of April where…
uShaka Marine World’s Cargo Hold restaurant is sailing in the wake of restaurants and cafés in fashion capitals across Europe and not just pairing fine dining with fine wines but also fine fashion. On September 25, the Cargo Hold on the Promenade, in collaboration with the KZN Fashion Council, Boschendal and Verve Water will serve up a feast of fashion…
