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.
Join Harringtons for a lovely wine & dine evening! Every Wednesday, the restaurant invites one wine partner for a lovely dinner event. R160 will get you in, plus an aperitivo glass of wine on arrival, meal of choice from the Large Plates Menu, accompanied by a glass of wine of your choice, petit four dessert PLUS a…
It’s time for delicious food & fine wine at Lord Nelson Hotel. On the last Friday of every month, join La Vigna Restaurant for an experiential evening of fine wine and delectable cuisine presented by the talented Chef Henrico. Each month, these dishes will be paired with locally produced wines from one of our many world…
Vineyard Stories, an evening of good food, wine and tales by the winemakers. This monthly instalment, hosted by Villa 47 always invites a new winemaker to the dinner table at the popular Cape Town restaurant. The year kicks-off with the family-owned wine estate, Springfield, coming all the way from Robertson Wine Valley. Jenna Bruwer, a 5th…
The time has come again for another edition of HQ’s popular FINE WINING event. On the 6th of February, HQ will be partnering with Haute Cabrière to treat all guests to the elegant simplicity that these dinners have become known for. On the night, guests can enjoy HQ’s iconic 3-course menu artfully paired with Haute Cabrière’s top wines –…
Join Gardens Collectors Club on Wednesday 19th December! Starting from 7pm for a Big Bottle Xmas Blowout, you will enjoy a 3 course meal with some awesome Magnums and Jeroboams from the likes of Van Loggerenberg, Alheit, Testalonga, Spioenkop, Restless River, Sadie Family and Luddite. All wines presented by Sommelier David Clarke with the evening coming…
Marianne Wine Estate and Pépé Charlot are bringing you a night of wonderful cheeses and unique wines! Local cheese maker, Pépé Charlot from Imhoff Farm, has selected five phenomenal cheeses to pair with Marianne’s expert Sommelier’s selection of wines. This evening is open to both the avid cheese and wine aficionado and those just interested…
For an unforgettable evening of delicious food, tantalizing wine and of course a stellar atmosphere, join HQ for their Fine Wining Event! For their last dinner of 2018 they’ve partnered with the highly acclaimed Diemersdal Wines, for a splendid night of fine wine and delicious food. Book now for their 4-course pairing experience for R295, which…
Having often been dismissed in the past as more of a novelty than a serious wine, South African Rosé has redefined its image in recent years to offer freshness and depth. A summertime favourite, there’s no better time to embrace this pink drink, usually best enjoyed in warmer weather. Apart from being the on-trend wine at…
An event wine lovers will relish, join One&Only for a night of exceptional food paired with Raats Family Wines! Reuben’s and One&Only Cape Town are thrilled to host Bruwer Raats of Raats Family Wines, along with JP Rossouw of the Platter’s Guide for a wine-paired dinner on 6 September 2018. Celebrity chef Reuben Riffel’s urban…
Heat things up with Backsberg Estate Cellars this winter and join for a night of Brandy and Blues! Situated in Backsberg’s Historic Vat Cellar, a piece of South African wine history in its own right, the atmosphere will be intimate and the sounds electric. Guests can expect to enjoy live entertainment by two of South Africa’s…
Join Boschendal for the first Werf Restaurant Collaboration dinner. Guest will enjoy a forage orientated menu highlighting wild flavours and ingredients prepared by Foliage chef, Chris Erasmus. Foraging collaboration dinner hosted by herbalist, Lisen Sundgren, Foliage Restaurant owner and executive chef, Chris Erasmus and Boschendal chef Christiaan Campbell The evening will start with a guided Werf Food…
On the 18th of July Nelson Mandela would have been 100 years old, a South African icon, we will never forget his contribution to the nation and the world. In celebration of a truly remarkable human being, Rueben’s at One&Only is paying tribute to Madiba with a commemorative dinner. A special menu has been crafted…
