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:
Multi-course food and wine pairing menus
Winemaker-hosted dinners
Wine estate collaboration evenings
Seasonal tasting menus with paired wines
Champagne and Cap Classique dinners
Special releases and vertical wine tastings
Wine pairing events at Cape Town hotels and restaurants
Where to find wine & dine evenings in Cape Town
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.
This June, Harringtons Cocktail Lounge presents the Wednesday Wine & Dine Winter Edition. Partnering with Blake Family Wines, a boutique winery from Yzerfontein along the Cape West Coast, the evenings a delightful combination of exquisite wines and a specially curated winter menu. Guests at Harringtons can enjoy a three-course meal for R300 per person. The […] More
This winter, Durbanville Hills invites wine enthusiasts to indulge a wonderful wine tasting and dinner evening where you get to meet the team behind your favourite wines. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, featuring the “Meet the Winemakers” event. Just 20 minutes from Cape Town City Centre, Durbanville Hills […] More
This August, Durbanville Hills invites wine enthusiasts to a special tasting event celebrating their acclaimed Collectors Reserve wines. On the evenings of August 14th and 15th, 2024, guests will have the opportunity to explore the unique characteristics of these seven exceptional wines, each crafted from the finest grapes of special vineyard pockets and connected to […] More
The Sanctuary Restaurant is delighted to announce an exclusive dining experience that promises to captivate wine enthusiasts and food connoisseurs alike. On Saturday, June 1st at 7 PM, guests are invited to join an exquisite four-course dinner, expertly paired with a selection of award-winning wines from Rainbow’s End, including one of South Africa’s top-rated Cabernet […] More
Turbine Hotel & Spa invites you to an exquisite Wine & Food Pairing event at the Island Cafe on Thursday, 30 May at 18:30 in Knysna. This special evening, dubbed “A Passing Through the Wonderland with The Grape Hustle,” promises an unforgettable culinary journey with live music. Dress code is smart casual, and the experience […] More
Vrede en Lust invites you to an exclusive food and wine journey led by their award-winning winemaker, Karlin Nel. This unique dining experience features a specially curated menu by Executive Chef Cass Zülch, designed to perfectly complement Vrede en Lust’s exquisite wines. Priced at R795 per person, this event promises an unforgettable evening of culinary […] More
Join a culinary Extravaganza with Celebrity Chef Pete Goffe-Wood at Vrede en Lust! Vrede en Lust invites you to a monthly culinary extravaganza featuring the renowned celebrity chef Pete Goffe-Wood. Acclaimed restaurateur, author, food critic, and MasterChef SA judge, Pete Goffe-Wood will showcase his exceptional culinary skills in a 4-course dinner, available for R1,250 per […] More
Prepare your palate for an exquisite culinary journey at The Jordan Restaurant, as Jordan Wines proudly presents their Winemaker’s Dinner featuring Thelema wines. This exclusive event promises an unforgettable fusion of flavors, where each dish harmonizes perfectly with the distinguished wines from Thelema Wine Estate, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the Jordan Restaurant. […] More
Grub & Vine’s “Meet The Makers” dinner series invites wine enthusiasts on a journey to meet the men and women behind their favorite wines – which makes for the perfect date night idea in Cape Town. With ovens fired up and wine flowing, guests are in for an evening of delectable food and exquisite wines […] More
Harringtons Cocktail Lounge invites food and wine enthusiasts to indulge in an exquisite dining experience with Wine Wednesdays featuring Noble Hill wines. For just R300 per person, guests can treat themselves and a special someone to a tantalizing 3-course meal, paired with selected wines from Noble Hill, an organic estate grower nestled on the slopes […] More
Manna Epicure invites wine enthusiasts and food connoisseurs to an exclusive culinary event, “Dine With Vergenoegd Low Wine Maker,” on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024. Starting at 18:00 for a 18:30 commencement, guests are welcomed to immerse themselves in an evening of gastronomic delights and wine appreciation. For R365 per person, attendees will have the opportunity […] More
Discover the epitome of elegance and gastronomic splendor at Erinvale Hotel & Spa’s renowned Stefan’s Restaurant, where every sip and bite is a celebration of refined taste. Prepare to be enchanted at the upcoming “Winemaker’s Evening” on Wednesday, May 8th, as Erinvale Estate Hotel welcomes the esteemed Craig Barnard of Eagles’ Nest Wines. Against the […] More