Rugby season has arrived, and Ferrymans Irish Tavern is once again preparing to become one of Cape Town’s go-to destinations for match-day viewing. For rugby fans, the formula is simple: big fixtures, big screens, cold drinks, and a crowd that understands exactly when to cheer, groan, celebrate, and debate every referee decision. Ferrymans delivers all…
For those who believe music sounds better on vinyl and cocktails taste better when shared, The Book Club Restaurant has the perfect Saturday evening planned. Taking place on 27 June at the venue’s Upstairs Cocktail Lounge, Spin & Sip Society promises a night dedicated to old-school grooves, classic records, signature cocktails, and laid-back socialising in…
For anyone who believes great wine tastes even better with an ocean view, The Book Club Restaurant has just launched a competition worth entering. Partnering with Villa Marine Guest House, the Pringle Bay favourite is giving one lucky winner and their guest the chance to enjoy a memorable coastal escape that combines award-winning wines, exceptional…
Christmas Day gets a beautifully relaxed Cape Town setting this year as moyo Kirstenbosch hosts its Christmas Day Buffet 2026 in the heart of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. The buffet brings together a generous festive spread with something for every appetite, including entrées, salads, starters, mains, tagines, carvery, sides, a kids’ menu, desserts, cheese boards,…
Winter has arrived at moyo Kirstenbosch, and with it comes a seasonal menu designed to bring warmth, comfort, and a distinctly African touch to one of Cape Town’s most beautiful dining destinations. Nestled within the world-renowned Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, moyo offers guests the chance to escape the city without ever leaving it. Surrounded by…
Few experiences in the Cape Winelands are quite as charming as the daily Duck Run at Vergenoegd Löw. Twice each day, the estate’s famous flock of Indian Runner Ducks makes its way across the homestead grounds and towards the vineyards, creating a tradition that has become one of the estate’s most beloved attractions. Far more…
As Bastille celebrations begin to sweep through Franschhoek this July, La Petite Ferme is offering an intimate dining experience designed to transport guests straight to the heart of French gastronomy. Taking place on Friday – 10 July 2026, the exclusive Modern French Evening is limited to just 10 guests. It creates a refined and personal…
There is something special about opening a bottle that has been patiently waiting for the right moment. On Saturday, 25 July 2026, Simonsig Family Vineyards invites wine lovers to experience exactly that as its beloved Vintage Day returns, once again embracing Christmas in July. Running from 11:00 to 16:00, the annual event celebrates not only…
For Cape Town locals planning a winter road trip along the Garden Route during the school holidays, Turbine Hotel in Knysna is adding an extra reason to stop and stay awhile. On Monday, 29 June 2026, the hotel’s popular Island Café will host its Ladies who Lunch experience, combining good food, bubbles, and a touch…
Some dinners are simply meals. Others become experiences. On 25 June 2026 at 18:30, Bombay Brasserie at Taj Cape Town invites guests to discover the latter with its exclusive Cederberg Wine Wisdom Dinner. It’s a carefully curated evening celebrating the meeting of exceptional South African wines and contemporary Indian cuisine. Priced at R785 per person,…
Father’s Day does not always have to wait until Sunday. This Saturday, 20 June, The Crew House by Stir Crazy Cooking School is inviting guests to get a head start on the celebrations with a relaxed afternoon built around three things that rarely disappoint: good food, cold beer, and great company. Taking place from 3pm…
Some Father’s Day gifts end up forgotten in a drawer. A great meal shared with family, however, tends to leave a far better impression. This Sunday, 21 June, Clos Malverne is inviting families to celebrate the dads in their lives with a Father’s Day special centred around one of the world’s most beloved comfort foods:…
