Looking for the best wine & dine evenings in Cape Town? The city and surrounding Winelands regularly host food and wine experiences that bring together specially created menus, local wines and the people behind the bottles. From intimate winemaker dinners at Cape Town restaurants to multi-course pairing evenings at wine estates, these events offer an opportunity to discover new wines while enjoying dishes designed to complement each pour. Cape Town’s wine & dine calendar includes everything from relaxed tasting evenings to elaborate five-course dinners. Restaurants often collaborate with leading South African wine farms, with each course paired with a different wine selected to highlight the flavours on the plate. Many events also include an introduction from the winemaker, estate representative or sommelier, giving guests more insight into the wines, vineyards and winemaking process.
Popular Cape Town wine dinner experiences may include:
Wine dinners take place throughout Cape Town, including the City Bowl, Atlantic Seaboard, Waterfront, Southern Suburbs and surrounding areas. The nearby Cape Winelands also offer regular pairing experiences in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, Constantia and Durbanville. Events are normally available on selected dates and often have limited seating, particularly when a winemaker or guest chef is involved. For anyone searching for a memorable date night, an evening with friends or simply an excuse to discover another great South African wine, Cape Town’s food and wine pairing events provide plenty of opportunities to raise a glass. Check the latest wine & dine evenings Cape Town has to offer and book early for events that catch the eye.
If you’re looking to earn serious date-night points, Grub & Vine on Bree Street has created the ultimate dining experience that wraps romance, fine wine, and culinary flair into one unforgettable evening. Their Winter Tasting Menu is a five-course love letter to seasonal ingredients and local wine, priced at R795 per person. For those who…
If your idea of the perfect Friday night involves elegant pours, soulful stories, and plates that pair as beautifully as the wine, then Grub & Vine’s next Meet the Makers evening is calling your name. On Friday, 22 August at 18:30, Cape Town’s beloved Bree Street gem is opening its doors (and its wine list)…
The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa invites food and wine lovers to indulge in an evening of refined flavours and expertly crafted wines in the heart of the historic Constantia Valley. On Friday, 29 August 2025, guests will be treated to a five-course gourmet dinner paired with exceptional wines from Constantia Glen, one of South Africa’s…
Bree Street’s culinary gem, Villa 47, is at it again — this time teaming up with the legendary Meerlust Wine Estate for an evening that’s equal parts storytelling, sipping, and sensational dining. On 26 August, the tables will be set, the glasses polished, and the kitchen primed for a night where every bite and every…
If you’re looking for a midweek escape that tastes like the ocean breeze and feels like date night perfection, Harringtons Cocktail Lounge has something special lined up this August — a Wine & Dine Wednesday evening that brings together the soul of the West Coast and the art of gourmet food. On Wednesday evenings, Harringtons…
If your idea of a great evening includes sipping exquisite wines, nibbling on perfectly paired bites, and chatting with the legends behind the labels — then Erinvale’s Wine Society should already be in your calendar. Hosted at the chic Magnolia Social Dining Lounge, the next edition of this flavour-packed gathering is taking place on Thursday,…
If you thought puzzles were just for rainy Sundays and coffee tables, think again — Durbanville Hills is turning the iconic Tangram into a seven-course culinary adventure this August. On the 13th (sold out) and 14th, The Tangram restaurant invites you to take a seat, grab a glass, and prepare for a night where food,…
Spring is on the horizon, and what better way to welcome it than with a little light opera, fine wine, and a spectacular dinner under the stars? On 27 August 2025, 96 Winery Road invites you to experience an unforgettable evening of music and flavour in celebration of “Some Enchanted Evening”—a live performance hosted at…
If ever there was a reason to clear your calendar on a Wednesday night, De Grendel’s Winemaker’s Dinner is it. On Wednesday, 13 August 2025, wine lovers and foodies alike are invited to an elevated evening of flavour, storytelling, and fine dining—hosted by none other than Cellar Master Charles Hopkins himself. 🍷 Where Wine Meets…
Wine lovers, mark your calendars: on 27 & 28 August, Durbanville Hills is inviting you to an evening of bold flavours, breathtaking views, and expertly paired storytelling. The Collectors Reserve Event is more than just a tasting—it’s a full sensory experience hosted at the estate’s award-winning Tangram Restaurant, with Table Mountain as your evening backdrop….
On 1 August 2025, The Jordan Restaurant is putting women—and wine—front and centre for a one-night-only celebration of bold flavours, fearless talent, and serious winemaking flair. Hosted by Chef Marthinus Ferreira, the Women in Wine Winemakers’ Dinner promises an evening as delicious as it is inspiring. 🍷 Meet the Women Behind the Wines The spotlight…
This Women’s Day, trade traffic for tranquility and head up the coast for something truly special: an indulgent afternoon of fine food, exceptional wine, and inspiring company at the Island Café in Knysna. On Saturday, 9 August 2025, the chic, waterside restaurant at the Turbine Hotel & Spa is hosting a Women’s Day Luncheon in…
