Wine glasses at the ready! On 10 July 2025, the Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa in Knysna is rolling out the red carpet for a night of fine wine, fabulous food, and laid-back luxury at their Alvi’s Drift Food & Wine Pairing Evening.
Hosted at the stylish Island Café as part of the Knysna Oyster Festival, this exclusive event is a chance to taste some of Alvi’s Drift’s finest wines—each paired with beautifully crafted dishes, all under the guidance of Cape Wine Master Junel van der Merwe.
Whether you’re a long-time local or just lucky enough to be cruising the Garden Route this July, this is your perfect excuse to dress up, dine out, and sip something sensational.
What’s on the menu?
Start the evening with a welcome glass of Alvi’s Drift Sparkling Brut Blanc de Blanc, then settle in for a four-course feast where each dish is paired with one of Alvi’s Drift’s award-winning wines:
First Course
Saldanha Bay oyster plate with pickled cucumber, sesame, radish salad, and an oyster shepherd’s pie – paired with Brut Cap Classique
Second Course
Choose between:
🦐 Prawn Bisque with herb aioli & baguette (paired with Chenin Blanc)
OR
🍗 Roast Quail with pumpkin & herb risotto (paired with Chardonnay)
Third Course
Rich and hearty Oxtail Ragout with potato pavé & winter vegetables – paired with Albertus Viljoen Bismarck
Dessert
Baked Apple Tarte Tatin with basil ice cream – served with Muscat Nectarina
The Details:
📍 Island Café, Turbine Hotel, Knysna
🗓️ 10 July 2025 | 18h30
💰 R595 per person | Smart Casual
📞 Bookings: +27 (0)44 050 3500 | marketing@turbinehotel.co.za
🌐 www.turbinehotel.co.za
This is your chance to savour the flavours of the season with top-tier wines and warm Garden Route hospitality. Spaces are limited—so rally your wine-loving friends and book your seat at the table. It’s going to be one delicious night!
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna
044 050 3500
book@turbinehotel.co.za
