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.
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
Embark on a sensory journey through the timeless wines of Lothian Vineyards at The Sanctuary Restaurant on Kloof Street this May. This exclusive Four Course Wine Pairing & Tasting Dinner promises an unforgettable evening of exquisite flavors and expertly crafted wines. Starting at 19:00 on May 4th, guests will indulge in a culinary experience like…
Indulge your senses on April 17th as Grub & Vine presents an unforgettable evening with Gordon and Nadia Newton Johnson of Newton Johnson Family Vineyards. Prepare for an extraordinary journey into the art of winemaking, expertly paired with a sumptuous five-course dinner meticulously crafted to enhance each wine’s flavors. Newton Johnson Vineyards is renowned for…
Embark on a romantic culinary journey every Wednesday at Harringtons Cocktail Lounge with their enchanting Wine Wednesdays. In collaboration with Noble Wines, they are offering an irresistible date night experience at just R300 pp, indulge in a sumptuous 3-course meal paired with exquisite wines. What’s on the Menu? Guests are treated to a tantalizing array…
Here is an event for wine lovers! Diemersfontein, renowned for its exceptional wines, cordially invites you to immerse yourself in a delightful Rosé tasting experience. Hosted on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 18:00, this exclusive event unfolds at HOPE Restaurant at Diemersfontein. Focused on the elegant Rosé cultivar, guests will savor a selection of 7…
Enjoy delectable celebration of sustainability at Urban Umami Restaurant’s Earth Hour Dinner on Saturday, 23 March 2024, at 18:00. Priced at R600 per person, this exclusive event promises a gastronomic journey inspired by the vibrant flavors of Asia, all crafted from locally sourced, sustainably produced ingredients. The evening will not only tantalize your taste buds…
