Franschhoek is one of my favourite places to go wine tasting but the area is also home to so many award-winning restaurants that offer new menus and specials every month along with hosting themed events. With so much happening, this section will act as a summary of all the Franschhoek Restaurant news so that you will always be kept up to date with the latest happenings in the area.
Sunday, June 19, 12h00 to 14h00, Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek Surprise your dad with a culinary escape to Grande Provence for a Father’s Day luncheon in the heart of the Franschhoek winelands on Sunday, 19 June 2016 or make a weekend of it if you really want to spoil him. What’s on the […] More
The Pinot Noir Wine & Dine Collab at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek is on Friday, 27 May 2016. Showcasing Pinot Noir as their wine of the month, Grande Provence is collaborating with Catherine Marshall Wines, Snow Mountain and Shannon Vineyards for an evening at The Restaurant, hosted by Winemaker Karl Lambour. Executive Chef Darren […] More
Sunday, 8 May, 12h00 to 14h00, Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek Surprise your mom with a breakaway to Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley for an elegant luncheon at The Restaurant on Mother’s Day, Sunday, 8 May 2016. If you really want to go the extra-mile, make a weekend of […] More
Live your love of baking and expand your culinary horizons at Lust Bistro & Bakery this winter, and book for this unique winelands food experience without delay. Availability is limited. Edit: This event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances! Lust Bistro & Bakery, the ever-popular bistro and bakery on Vrede en Lust Estate that […] More
How would you like to win a case of Haute Cabriere Chardonnay? This wine blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir shows elegant fruit underlined by firm acidity. You will find an abundance of zesty fruit – most notably white peach, lychee and red fruit – with a delectable full mouth feel and balance. All you have […] More
Enjoy the last few days of summer with a trip to Anthonij Rupert Wyne in Franschhoek for an Easter inspired family picnic on Sunday, 27 March. Make yourself comfortable on the sprawling lawns of the Anthonij Rupert Tasting Room, as you get ready to enjoy your gourmet treats. Tuck into the beautifully presented picnic basket, […] More
The popular Grande Provence Wine & Dine Collaboration dinners return in April with a monthly dose of extraordinary wine and food indulgences in the Franschhoek Winelands. For the third consecutive year, the dinners will be hosted once a month at The Restaurant at Grande Provence. Each evening will focus on a particular wine theme to […] More
Situated in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley, Haute Cabrière was originally granted in 1694 to French Huguenot Pierre Jourdan who named the property after his hometown in France. Owned and run by the charismatic von Arnim family, Haute Cabrière – the home of Pierre Jourdan – grows its distinctive portfolio of wines on a simple philosophy: […] More
Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone. But if it is you kinda thang, then a romantic Valentine’s Day at Grande Provence may be just what you’re looking for. Enjoy romantic lunch or dinner at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek, with a backdrop of vineyards and mountains. On arrival, you’ll be welcomed with Grande Provence Méthode Cap Classique, then each […] More
Celebrate the 2016 grape harvest with Grande Provence in the Franschhoek valley on Saturday, 20 February, with barrels of fun the order of the day. The annual Grande Provence Harvest Festival kicks off at 9H00 with coffee and freshly baked, farm-style muffins, before embarking on a tractor ride, followed by grape picking, stomping, wine tasting […] More
There is no reason to suffer through winter this year as Lust Bistro & Bakery will be making soup every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Check-in on their Facebook page every day as they will be showcasing the “soup-du-jour” with prices ranging from R60 – R80 per jug (1 litre). If you order the soup on the […] More
Escape to the Franschhoek winelands for a tranquil winter break at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, now offering an additional complimentary stay-over for guests booking for three nights. Available at both The Owner’s Cottage and La Provençale until the end of August, you may choose to extend your stay to four days during your initial […] More