Fire & Wine Evenings at Brookdale Estate: Where Thursdays Burn Bright

There are Thursday nights, and then there are Brookdale Thursday nights — a whole different breed of delicious.

From May through September, The Bistro @ Brookdale in Paarl turns up the heat with its much-loved Fire & Wine Evenings, where crackling fires meet full glasses, and every bite feels like a warm hug.

Think cosy vibes, chef-driven menus, and Mason Road wine in hand. It’s the kind of weeknight plan you didn’t know you needed — until now.

A Winning Destination

Fresh off its 2025 People’s Choice Award, The Bistro @ Brookdale has solidified its reputation as one of Paarl’s must-visit dining spots. Locals love it. Visitors seek it out. And Executive Chef Gary Coetzee keeps raising the bar with bold, seasonal dishes that surprise and satisfy.

These Thursday evenings are no exception — every week brings something new to the flames.

🔥 What’s Cooking this September?

📅 4th – Burger Night
It’s big, it’s cheesy, it’s everything.
180g Cheeseburger & Hand-Cut Fries for just R200 per person.
Smoky, juicy, perfectly messy. You’ll need napkins — and maybe a second round.

📅 11th – Bistecca alla Fiorentina
A serious showstopper.
1kg Charcoal-Grilled T-Bone to share (R990). Comes with all the good stuff:

Jus Nature & Salsa Verde
Pomme Anna Chips
Gnocchi in Cremazola Sauce
Fresh Tomato, Olive & Rocket Salad
This is not a meal — it’s a full-on event.

📅 18th – Prawns on the Grill
The fan favourite, back by popular demand.
Flame-kissed, shell-on, and absolutely irresistible:

R320 for 6
R580 for 12
R750 for 18
Perfect with a chilled glass of white Mason Road and good company.

📅 25th – Curry Night
Spice, warmth, and all the comfort you could ask for.
R775 for 2 – a spread worth gathering around.
No better way to wrap up a winter week than over fire, flavour and fragrant curry.

Warmth, Wine & Weeknight Magic

Whether you’re in it for the food, the award-winning vibes, or just need a good reason to brave the cold, Fire & Wine Evenings at Brookdale Estate bring the heat in all the right ways. Each evening includes a complimentary glass of Mason Road wine, because of course it does. You’re at Brookdale — they wouldn’t let you go thirsty.

Booking is essential — and trust us, spots fill fast. So grab a friend, a date, or your favourite foodie and make your next Thursday count. Because some fires are just too good to miss.

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