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.
Please Note: Reverie is reopening (after a winter break in July) on the 1st of August. Fine dining in a social setting at Reverie! Picture one long 16-seater table where all guests enjoy premium wines, taste incredible cuisine, share stories with the wine-maker and chef – a dinner setting that is unique in Cape Town. Every…
Join Mondiall for their French themed evenings with a wine-paired set menu this winter. Available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until the end of July, treat your partner to a romantic dinner at Mondiall. The food and wine pairing comes to R450 per person and would be perfect for a special occasion or a date night….
Enjoy an evening of Glitz, Glamour and insatiable Wines at The Lord Charles. La Vigna will be hosting all guests for a mouth-watering dinner evening with each course paired with the wines of Deetlefs Wine Estate.to make this a true experience of note. This event is also sponsored by The Diamond Works, and someone will…
Join the Benguela Cove Wine Club for a tutored wine tasting with winemaker Johann Fourie! After their December 2017 launch and two successful shipments, it’s a good time to rub shoulders with Benguela Cove’s award-winning cellar master and winemaker Johann Fourie. Join Benguela Cove for a tutored tasting. Learn more about their excellent wines and Fourie’s passion…
An evening of food, wine & jazz at Barristers! Throughout the month of January, make sure to join your favourite local as they host several dinner evenings that include a great live music line-up featuring many local artists. Not only will you enjoy really great homely food but also come home after experiencing great live jazz acts. South…
Look forward to a night of great cuisine and the finest, iconic South African Whisky! Headquarters is proud to present the first South African Whisky Dinner in collaboration with Bain’s Cape Mountain Whisky and Three Ships Whisky on Wednesday 20 June 2018! You will be introduced to the finest whisky both brands have to offer,…
Visit the FynArts exhibition at Benguela Cove to view the artwork created by Samarie Smith! An ode to wines she tasted and wine memories around the world, Samarie’s art can be viewed at Benguela Cove from 08 June 2018 – 17 June 2018. To wrap FynArts up in style, a dinner will be hosted on Saturday,…
Nom Nom Eatery is ready to heat up your winter with their 7 Days of Shiraz & Venison festivities. From the 11th to the 17th of June, Nom Nom Eatery is hosting a celebration of Shiraz and Venison with the option of two Venison dishes expertly paired with a complimentary Shiraz. The choice of dishes…
Join this prestige evening of food & wine hosted by Iona Wines at The Grand Cafe & Beach! Great food, lovey wines and live entertainment. On the 26th of May, join the private beach restaurant at the V&A Waterfront for a wonderful gourmet food & wine pairing with Iona wines from the Elgin Valley. The…
On the top floor of the Westin Hotel, On19 explores culinary delights in an event of sheer Epicurean Edutainment. The restaurant’s Executive Chef, Stephen Mandes, displays the versatility of Mother Nature by presenting a 5 course meal focusing on One Single Ingredient. These events will be hosted on the last Thursday/Friday of every month they take…
The Goatshed Restaurant’s annual series of famous winter dinners is back with a 2018 twist! From the 25th of May to the end of September 2018, the Goatshed – which is usually a day venue – will be open on eight selected evenings and will serve a multi-course paired menu. Under floor heating, wood fires and soul-warming wines…
For an enchanting evening of Food and Wine, don’t miss The Twelve Apostles’ winter line-up of dining events. Every month The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa holds a stunning evening filled with delectable food and wine. This Winter season begins with the Groote Post Food and Wine Dinner hosted by Executive Chef Christo Pretorius and…
