Enjoy Wine, a Two-Course Lunch and Dessert for R250 in Knysna at Island Cafe

Summary: Ladies Who Lunch takes place at Island Café at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa in Knysna on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, at 12:30. Priced at R250 per person, the lunch includes a glass of wine on arrival, a choice of two main courses and a chocolate dacquoise dessert. Guests can also stand in line to win an Island Café Restaurant Voucher valued at R600. Bookings are essential.


A little catch-up with good friends, a lovely lunch and a glass of wine make a rather appealing combination.

For Garden Route ladies looking for a reason to step away from the usual weekday routine, Ladies Who Lunch at Island Café offers just that on Tuesday, 27 October 2026.

Hosted at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa in Knysna, the lunch forms part of the hotel’s October focus on mental wellness.

  • With World Mental Wellness Day having taken place on 10 October, the occasion is a reminder that quality time with good friends and a wholesome meal can be a welcome opportunity to slow down and reconnect.

What’s on the Menu?

The experience starts with a glass of wine on arrival, followed by a choice of two main courses. Guests can opt for the pan-seared line-fish of the day, served with summer vegetables, split herb velouté and chardonnay, saffron caviar. Alternatively, the Summer Salad & Roast Chicken features chicken supreme with assorted garden greens, sunflower seeds, nectarines, blueberries, dried cranberries and avocado, finished with blueberry balsamic dressing. Dessert brings a chocolatey finish with the Chocolate Dacquoise, made with layers of rich chocolate mousse, hazelnut meringue and poached pear in red wine.

The lunch costs R250 per person, and there is an extra bit of excitement for guests who enjoy a prize draw. Attendees can stand in line to win an Island Café Restaurant Voucher worth R600.Taking place at 12:30, Ladies Who Lunch is an opportunity for Knysna locals and Garden Route friends to make space for good food, conversation and a little midweek indulgence. Bookings are essential, so the group chat can start planning its next lunch date.

Quick details

  • Event: Ladies Who Lunch
  • Venue: Island Café at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa
  • Location: Knysna, Garden Route
  • Date: Tuesday, 27 October 2026
  • Time: 12:30
  • Price: R250 per person
  • Includes: A glass of wine on arrival, a choice of main course and dessert
  • Main course choices: Pan-seared line-fish of the day or Summer Salad & Roast Chicken
  • Dessert: Chocolate Dacquoise
  • Prize opportunity: Island Café Restaurant Voucher valued at R600
  • Bookings: Essential
  • Telephone: +27 (0)44 050 3500
  • Email: marketing@turbinehotel.co.za
  • Website: https://www.turbinehotel.co.za

FAQs

When is Ladies Who Lunch at Island Café?

Tuesday, 27 October 2026, at 12:30.

How much does the lunch cost?

R250 per person.

What food is included?

Guests can choose between pan-seared line-fish of the day and Summer Salad & Roast Chicken, followed by Chocolate Dacquoise. A glass of wine is served on arrival.

Can guests win a voucher?

Yes. Guests can stand in line to win an Island Café Restaurant Voucher valued at R600.

How can guests book?

Bookings are essential. Call +27 (0)44 050 3500 or email marketing@turbinehotel.co.za. Visit https://www.turbinehotel.co.za for more information.