If your idea of a perfect weekend involves sunshine, wine, and a seriously good picnic spread, then Grub & Vine Norval has just answered your call.
Back by popular demand, their much-loved picnic experience in the Norval Foundation Sculpture Gardens is officially back — and it’s every bit as dreamy as you’d expect.
🍃 Art, Nature & Al Fresco Feasting
Available every Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 4pm, Grub & Vine’s picnics offer a delicious escape into the serene beauty of Norval’s sprawling sculpture garden. Think birdsong, dappled light, world-class art, and a picnic basket so good it deserves its own gallery space.
Choose between:
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R400 per person – includes garden access
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R500 per person – includes garden and museum access
Both options come with a beautifully packed tote bag (yes, you get to keep it!) and a picnic blanket to lounge in style.
🧺 What’s in the Basket?
Brace yourself — this is no basic picnic. Here’s a peek at what you’ll be unwrapping:
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Charcuterie heaven: salami, prosciutto & bresaola
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Cheese board essentials: blue cheese, brie, gruberg & crackers
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Fresh bakes: brioche with artisanal butter
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Savoury showstoppers: shallot, bacon & blue cheese tarte tatin + leek & potato Spanish omelette
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Salad glow-up: red quinoa, beetroot & broccoli with pesto dressing and parmesan
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Sweet finish: scones with cream and jam, plus rich, fudgy brownies
It’s indulgent. It’s seasonal. It’s practically a work of art.
🍾 Want to Level Up?
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Add Bottomless Bubbles for R375pp and toast your way through the afternoon
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Or explore tasting flights from Grub & Vine Norval’s wine cellar
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Bottles are also available to take along — curated, of course, to complement the food
📅 Only 20 baskets available per day, so pre-booking is highly recommended (via Dineplan). Same-day bookings are possible while stocks last.
🚫 BYOB and BYOP are strictly off the table — they’ve got everything you need (and then some).
This isn’t just a picnic. It’s an experience. It’s the essence of summer served with a side of sculpture, and it’s proof that Cape Town weekends still have a few tricks up their sleeve.
So grab your sunnies, bring your appetite, and prepare for a lazy afternoon of luxury.
Grub & Vine Norval’s picnics are calling — and trust us, you want to answer.
