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.
Calling all wine lovers, foodies, and anyone who’s ever used the word “terroir” in casual conversation — this one’s for you. On July 30th, Villa 47 on Bree Street is teaming up with the iconic Beaumont Wines to host an unforgettable evening of bold wines and beautiful plates. It’s called “Vineyard Story”, but don’t let…
Food lovers, clear your calendars for Saturday, July 26th, because Masibuyel’embo 5.0 is rolling into Makers Landing with a feast that’s green in more ways than one. Hosted by the dynamic duo Chef Asi Ndamase and Athi the Chef, this culinary event shines a spotlight on imifino—indigenous African wild greens—through a vibrant, five-course plated menu….
Wine lovers, mark your calendars: August 1st is not just another Friday night — it’s a toast to talent, taste, and trailblazing women at The Jordan Restaurant. The “Women in Wine” Winemakers’ Dinner is bringing bold bottles and big energy to Stellenbosch, hosted by three powerhouse women reshaping the South African wine scene. On the…
The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa is joining forces with Eagles’ Nest Vineyards on Friday 25 July 2025, to bring diners an exquisite food and wine pairing dinner experience. The elegant six-course culinary showcase will be presented by Head Chef Daniel Blignaut and Eagles’ Nest winemaker Craig Barnard who will introduce a menu specially crafted to…
If ever there was a reason to book a winter escape to Hermanus, this is it. On Saturday, 26 July 2025 at 12h30, The Marine Hotel is hosting a refined four-course wine and dine lunch, and it’s nothing short of spectacular. Think elegant plates, a view of the sea, and a glass of something exceptional…
Clear your calendars and polish your palate — because on Friday, 25 July 2025, The Cellars-Hohenort in Cape Town is serving up a night of elegance, indulgence, and expertly paired wines in partnership with Eagles’ Nest Vineyards. This isn’t just dinner. It’s a five-course symphony of flavour — where every dish is matched with a…
Cape Town foodies and wine lovers, your calendar’s about to get a serious upgrade. The Pepperclub Hotel is rolling out a trio of unforgettable nights as part of its Exclusive Wine & Dinner Series — and trust us, this isn’t your average pairing. Hosted at the hotel’s elegant COPA Restaurant, each evening features a one-night-only…
Wine talk doesn’t have to be stuffy — and neither does dinner. On Friday, 27 June 2025, Mint Restaurant & Wood-Fired Grill at the Taj Cape Town is uncorking an evening that’s equal parts flavour, fire, and finesse with a signature experience: the Wine Wisdom Dinner, in collaboration with the iconic La Motte Wines. This…
Calling all wine lovers and food fans – Perdeberg Cellar’s Winter Winemaker’s Dinner is around the corner, and it’s shaping up to be the warmest way to spend a chilly evening. 📅 Date: 4 July 2025🕕 Time: 18:00📍 Perdeberg Cellar, Vryguns Road, Agter Paarl Expect an exclusive night of winter comforts done right: a seasonal,…
There are dinners, and then there are dinners—the kind that make you rethink your relationship with food and wine. On 25 July 2025, La Paris Bistro in Franschhoek is serving up exactly that: a 6-course Winemaker’s Dinner in collaboration with Holden Manz Wine Estate that promises to delight your palate and spark your curiosity. This…
Diners have the opportunity to taste four exciting new wine vintages from Brookdale Estate at a Winemaker’s Food and Wine pairing dinner to be held at the Bistro at Brookdale on Thursday, 19 June. The gastronomic event will be hosted by Brookdale’s dynamic new winemaking team, Xander Sadie and assistant winemaker Shanice du Preez, with…
There are dinners—and then there are experiences. Nederburg’s Dinner of Discovery series returns in 2025 with a bold new chapter, inviting guests on an unforgettable exploratory journey of taste, storytelling, and sensory wonder. Set across the expansive and evocative grounds of the historic Nederburg estate in Paarl, this year’s series is centered around curiosity, connection,…
