If you’re road-tripping the Garden Route and find yourself in Knysna this Heritage Day (Wednesday, 24 September), skip the usual braai setup and head to The Turbine Hotel & Spa for a seriously tasty detour.
Tucked into the heart of Thesen Island, The Turbine is serving a Heritage Day Platter that’s bursting with South African flavour—no firelighters or dishes required.
For just R195 per person, you’ll enjoy:
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Fragrant Durban lamb curry with sambals
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Sticky-sweet beef sosatie with a hot honey glaze
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Crunchy Cape Malay fish goujons
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And a side of zesty atchar
The vibe is laid-back but polished, perfect for travellers looking to slow down and savour something truly local. Grab a table at Island Café (12:00–17:00) or The Gastro Pub (14:00–21:00) and soak up the atmosphere with a cold drink and full belly.
Getting an early start? They’ve also got a hearty breakfast special going: scrambled eggs, grilled tomato, streaky bacon, springbok wors, and toasted farmhouse bread—all for R85. Not bad for a proper Garden Route morning.
So if you’re cruising through Knysna this Heritage Day, leave the braai behind and treat yourself to something warm, flavourful, and proudly South African—Turbine style.
