Attention, Cape Town foodies: if your idea of a perfect evening includes world-class wine, sensational food, and a dash of small-town charm, then pack your bags (and your appetite).
On 27 November 2025, the Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa in Knysna is hosting a Wine Pairing Dinner with not one, but two iconic South African wine estates: Graham Beck and Steenberg. Yes, that’s your cue to turn your Thursday into a long weekend.
Hosted at the hotel’s Island Café, this exclusive evening will see guests treated to a 4-course menu crafted to match the depth and character of each wine — all for just R695 per person.
🍽️ On the Menu? Culinary Harmony.
Each dish is a love letter to local flavour:
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Welcome: Saldanha oysters with pickles, lemon emulsion & sprouts paired with Steenberg Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc — a crisp coastal kiss to start the evening.
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1st Course: Smoked pork belly with beetroot and spiced pineapple, elevated by the timeless elegance of Graham Beck Brut.
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2nd Course: A zesty line-fish ceviche with peach salsa paired with Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc — sunshine on a plate.
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3rd Course: Braised beef short rib, cassoulet, fresh herbs, smoked paprika — and yes, you guessed it — Steenberg Merlot.
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Dessert: Wild honey cheesecake with berry salad, perfectly matched with Graham Beck Bliss Nectar — because what’s life without a little sweetness?
And no, you won’t have to drive home — because you’re staying the night in paradise.
Knysna is calling, and she brought wine. Just a scenic drive from Cape Town, this coastal haven is the ideal escape for Capetonians craving something fresh — without crossing the border or their budget.
Pair your evening with a spa treatment, a stroll through the Knysna Forest, or just some well-deserved hammock time at the Turbine Hotel.
Whether it’s a romantic escape, a friends’ road trip, or a solo treat-yourself mission, this wine pairing dinner promises more than just a great meal. It’s an experience — a story to take home with you (along with a few empty bottles and a full camera roll).
TH 36 Sawtooth Lane, Thesen Islands, Knysna
044 050 3500
book@turbinehotel.co.za
