What's on in the South African winelands

Friday, 3 August, 2018 to Sunday, 5 August, 2018

Slow Food & Wine Festival

Satisfy your wanderlust and head out to the country on the scenic Route62. Explore a wealth of history and authentic wine experiences at the Robertson Wine Valley’s eleventh annual Slow Food & Wine Festival. The Slow festival takes place from 3-5 August 2018 at various wineries and tourism establishments.

Robertson Wine Valley Robertson

Robertson Wine Valley

Friday, 20 July, 2018 to Saturday, 21 July, 2018

Haute Cabrière Pop-Up Restaurant at Oubaai

Haute Cabrière shares their food and wine philosophy during the second season of country-wide-pop-up dinners..

Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa Herolds Bay Rd, 6528 Heroldsbaai, Western Cape, South Africa Garden Route

Nikki Schaafsma at Oubaai Hotels

Friday, 20 July, 2018 to Saturday, 21 July, 2018

The Breedekloof Soetes & Soup Festival

Bookmark 20 to 21 July for one of the Cape Winelands’ most popular festivals in the Breedekloof Wine Valley.

Various venues in Breedekloof, Route 62 in the Winelands Breedekloof

Saturday, 21 July, 2018 Sunday, 22 July, 2018

Best of Both Wine Tasting

Enjoy an assortment of award-winning Jordan wines, including vintage wines and John Platter 5 star wines.

Jordan Wine Estate Stellenbosch

jordan Wine Estate

Saturday, 21 July, 2018

Tutored tasting tracks Luna de Miel Chardonnay development.

The third of our winter series of tutored tastings by winemaker Jan van Rooyen will investigate the maturation potential of our most popular and highest rated white wine, Luna de Miel Chardonnay Reserve.

Avontuur Estate Stellenbosch

Avontuur Estate

Saturday, 21 July, 2018

Jardine Winemaker's Lunch with Trizanne Signature Wines

Book now for our next fantastic Winemaker's Lunch, featuring Trizanne Signature Wines with Trizanne Barnard on Saturday 21 July.

Jardine Restaurant, 1 Andringa Street, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

Sunday, 22 July, 2018 Sunday, 29 July, 2018 Sunday, 5 August, 2018 Sunday, 12 August, 2018 Sunday, 19 August, 2018

Annual Delheim Jazz and Cheese Fondue

Delheim Jazz & Cheese Fondues all jazzed up with fresh new line-up Get cosy at this popular feast of live jazz, wine and dip-licious cheese.

Delheim Estate, Knorhoek Road, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

Delheim Restaurant

Sunday, 22 July, 2018

Winter Warmer Day at Blaauwklippen Family Market

Warm your heart and the hearts of the residents of the Stellenbosch Night Shelter at the market this Sunday.The market will host a "soup festival" and a blanket drive.

Blaauwklippen Wine Estate Stellenbosch

Sunday, 22 July, 2018 Sunday, 29 July, 2018 Sunday, 5 August, 2018 Sunday, 12 August, 2018 Sunday, 19 August, 2018

Boschendal Presents: Long Sunday Lunch

Come spend a long and lazy Sunday afternoon with us at The Werf Restaurant.

The Werf Restaurant at Boschendal, R310 Pniel Road, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek, 7680, South Africa Franschhoek

The Werf Restaurant at Boschendal

Monday, 23 July, 2018

Winetech Study Group - Paarl/Wellington/Swartland: Afrikaans (2)

The aim of the Winetech study groups are to broaden knowledge and to increase productivity. The study groups are presented by a qualified winemaker, Nomonde Kubheka

DGB (Pty) Ltd, Lady Loch Rd, Wellington, 7655 Wellington

Tuesday, 24 July, 2018

Winetech Study Group - Franschhoek Xhosa (2)

The aim of the Winetech study groups are to broaden knowledge and to increase productivity. The study groups are presented by a qualified winemaker, Nomonde Kubheka

Franschhoek Cellar Franschhoek

Tuesday, 24 July, 2018 Sunday, 12 August, 2018 Tuesday, 21 August, 2018

Quiz nights at Jordan Wine Estate

Put your general knowledge to the test with our Winter Quiz Night at the Bakery at Jordan, with special guest hosts. For R200 per person, enjoy one of our famous flammkuchens and a speciality dessert, while getting in on the action of this highly competitive, fun-filled evening!

Jordan Wine Estate, Kloof Road, Vlottenberg, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

Jordan Wine Estate

Wednesday, 25 July, 2018

Winetech Study Group - Worcester/Breede Xhosa (2)

The aim of the Winetech study groups are to broaden knowledge and to increase productivity. The study groups are presented by a qualified winemaker, Nomonde Kubheka

Botha Kelder, 6857 South Africa Worcester

Wednesday, 25 July, 2018 Wednesday, 29 August, 2018

Winter Wine O'clock Wednesdays

Join us for a well-deserved wine break in the middle of the week! Our Winemakers will showcase wines from our reserve range, including something new, something old and something special.

Villiera Wines Stellenbosch

Wednesday, 25 July, 2018

Team Dr. Joseph Facial Day at Steenberg Spa

We will be hosting a Team Dr. Joseph Facial Day..

Steenberg Spa,Steenberg Estate, Steenberg Road, Tokai, 7945 Cape Town

Thursday, 26 July, 2018

Winetech Study Group - Robertson Xhosa (2)

The aim of the Winetech study groups are to broaden knowledge and to increase productivity. The study groups are presented by a qualified winemaker, Nomonde Kubheka

Robertson Koop Robertson

Thursday, 26 July, 2018

Food & Wine Pairing Educational with Katinka van Niekerk

Katinka van Niekerk is a stalwart ambassador for the art of food and wine pairing, and with years of experience and knowledge, she is the authority on the matter. We will be offering an opportunity for you to learn from the best.

Steenberg Executive Tasting Room Cape Town

Thursday, 26 July, 2018

Caroline's Red Wine Review

Diarise now, Thursday 26th July CAROLINE’S ANNUAL RED WINE REVIEW at The Table Bay Hotel, V&A Waterfront. Meet the top sixty South African red winemakers and taste their best red wine.

Table Bay Hotel Ballroom, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Cape Town

Caroline Rillema

Thursday, 26 July, 2018

Buddha Bowls & Author Talk

Make your own gourmet Buddha Bowl for dinner while listening to an awesome talk by expert nutrition guru, and author of THE YOGA KITCHEN, Marlien Wright.

Silver Forest Boutique Lodge & Spa, Cnr of Parel Vallei & Silverboomkloof Road, Somerset West Helderberg

Monday, 23 July, 2018 to Friday, 27 July, 2018

Haute Cabrière Pop-Up Restaurant at Randpark Golf Club, Randburg, Johannesburg

Haute Cabrière shares their food and wine philosophy during the second season of country-wide-pop-up dinners..

Randpark Golf Club, Setperk Road, Randburg, Johannesburg Gauteng

Randpark Golf Club

Thursday, 26 July, 2018 to Friday, 27 July, 2018

Capital City Wine Show

The inaugural Capital City Wine Show will be held on Thursday 26 and Friday 27 July at the brand new state-of-the-art Sun Time Square in Menlyn, Pretoria. Wineries, don’t miss out! Book your stand now!

Sun Time Square, 209 Aramist Avenue, Menlyn, Pretoria Gauteng

OutSorceress Marketing

Friday, 27 July, 2018

Brandy and Blues at Backsberg

Searching for the perfect winter activity? Then look no further than Backsberg Estate Cellars. Situated in the estate’s atmospheric Historic Vat Cellar, Brandy & Blues at Backsberg is an experience unlike any other.

Backsberg Estate Cellars Simondium Road, Klapmuts, Suider-Paarl Paarl

Backsberg Estate Cellars

Friday, 27 July, 2018

Celebration of an icon

Join Bantry Bay Hotel in partnership with Ses'fikile Wines, as they celebrate the life of the iconic Nelson Mandela.

Bantry Bay Suite Hotel Cape Town

Ses'fikile Wines

Friday, 27 July, 2018 Saturday, 28 July, 2018

Khayelitsha Wine Festival

The 2nd annual Khayelitsha Wine Show will be taking place on the 27 & 28 July 2018 at the Lookout Hill Tourism Centre.

Lookout Hill Tourism Centre Cape Town

Khayelitsha Wine Festival

Thursday, 26 July, 2018 to Saturday, 28 July, 2018

TOPS at SPAR Wine Show Port Elizabeth 2018

One of the favourite legs of the TOPS at SPAR Wine Show, the Port Elizabeth event is one of the most popular events on the local social calendar with the who’s-who of the city turning out to sample and buy wines on offer.

Boardwalk Hotel & Casino, Port Elizabeth 0

TOPS at Spar Wine Show

Friday, 27 July, 2018 to Saturday, 28 July, 2018

Franschhoek Mystery Weekends

Winter is here which means cozy fire places, comfort food and great wines, but best of all is that Franschhoek’s popular Mystery Weekends are back. A weekend of surprise, relaxation and pure indulgence – and if you haven’t booked you’re definitely missing out on this ‘once in a lifetime’ opportunity.

Franschhoek Wine Valley

Saturday, 28 July, 2018

Pinotage on Tap 2018

We are excited to announce that there are many exciting surprises in store for this years roadshow of Pinotage on Tap events, starting with Freshly Ground being the headline act at all the events this year.

The Litchi Orchard, Salt Rock KwaZulu Natal

Diemersfontein Wine and Country Estate

Saturday, 28 July, 2018

Flavours of Winter Festival

Make the most of the Cape winter and head out to the historic Muratie Estate in Stellenbosch for a mellow fireside celebration of Cape Port-Style Wines at the Flavours of Winter Festival on Saturday 28 July, hosted by the Melck family, South Africa’s top Cape Port-Style Wine Producers, and African Cork Suppliers.

Muratie Estate Stellenbosch

Muratie Wine Estate

Saturday, 28 July, 2018

Winemaker's Fondue at Eikendal Vineyards

It is Swiss Month at Eikendal Vineyards and what better way to escape the chill of the Cape winter than a cosy evening with friends, a shared Swiss Fleisch and Cheese Fondue presented by food guru Deon Brand of Tamatiestraat and exquisite wine in Eikendal’s cellar. Owned by the Swiss family Saager, Eikendal is embracing the best of both worlds.

Eikendal Vineyards, Eikendal Road, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

Carina Diedericks-Hugo

Saturday, 28 July, 2018

Boschendal Presents: Collaboration Dinner at The Werf Restaurant

Join us for the first Collaboration Dinner at The Werf Restaurant. The Foraging themed evening will be hosted by Swedish forager, herbalist and wild food expert Lisen Sundgren and two of South Africa's top chefs, Chris Erasmus and Christiaan Campbell.

The Werf Restaurant at Boschendal, R310 Pniel Road, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek, 7680, South Africa Franschhoek

The Werf Restaurant at Boschendal

Saturday, 28 July, 2018 to Sunday, 29 July, 2018

Golden Oldies Vintage Wine Tasting - New

Enjoy a very special tasting of 3 vintage Jordan wines, and experience the wines as they mature and develop over time.

Jordan Wine Estate, tasting room Stellenbosch

Jordan Wine Estate

Sunday, 29 July, 2018 Sunday, 26 August, 2018 Sunday, 23 September, 2018 Sunday, 28 October, 2018 Sunday, 25 November, 2018

Marianne Wine Estate live music

Marianne Wine Estate live music will be every last Sunday of every month starting end of July until August 2018

Marianne Wine Estate Stellenbosch

Marianne Wine Estate

Sunday, 29 July, 2018

Ayurveda Nighttime Tips for Good Sleep

Winter is a great time of the year to get ourselves back into nurturing habits for bedtime.

Life Retreat Studio Helderberg

Sunday, 29 July, 2018

Sunday Wine Set

Every last Sunday of the month. Sunday unwind. Tapas. Live Music. Wine. Free of charge.

Marianne Wine Estate, R44 Stellenbosch

Monday, 30 July, 2018

Winetech Study Group - Stellenbosch Xhosa (2)

The aim of the Winetech study groups are to broaden knowledge and to increase productivity. The study groups are presented by a qualified winemaker, Nomonde Kubheka

Neethlingshof Wine Estate, Polkadraai Rd, Stellenbosch, 7600 Stellenbosch

Thursday, 1 March, 2018 to Tuesday, 31 July, 2018

Take a trip on the wild side with a Delheim Mushroom Forage Pop Up

Sign up now for this year’s must-do forest and food excursion

Delheim Estate Stellenbosch

Delheim Estate, Knorhoek (off the R44), Stellenbos

Tuesday, 1 May, 2018 to Tuesday, 31 July, 2018

Jordan Restaurant 2018 Winter Specials

Join us at the Jordan Restaurant between 1 May and 31 July for lunch or dinner for our unmissable specials. Experience the culinary brilliance of award-winning chef George Jardine, as he brings his brand of contemporary fare from city to country.

Jordan Wine Estate, Kloof Road, Vlottenberg, Die Boord Stellenbosch

Jordan Restaurant

Tuesday, 1 May, 2018 to Tuesday, 31 July, 2018

Wine, Dine and Sleep Jordan Wine Estate Winter Warmer Special

Experience Jordan Wine Estate to the fullest this winter with a special which is sure to heat things up. While staying at the Jordan Luxury Suites, enjoy what the Jordan Restaurant, winery and Bakery at Jordan have to offer in this all-inclusive package, for a truly premium experience.

Jordan Wine Estate Stellenbosch

Jordan Wine Estate

Sunday, 1 July, 2018 to Tuesday, 31 July, 2018

July Special at Steenberg Spa

Indulge in winter bliss with our July special. Our Intonga Infusion Massage utilises Intonga sticks to massage shea butter and essential oils into the skin, and with the added use of hot stones, this massage relaxes tight muscles and assists with the release of toxins.

Steenberg Spa,Steenberg Estate, Steenberg Road, Tokai, 7945 Cape Town

Tuesday, 31 July, 2018

Winetech Study Group - Paarl/Wellington/Swartland Xhosa (2)

The aim of the Winetech study groups are to broaden knowledge and to increase productivity. The study groups are presented by a qualified winemaker, Nomonde Kubheka

DBG Wellington, Lady Loch Road, 7654 Wellington

Tuesday, 31 July, 2018

Boschendal Trail Tuesdays - Night Ride and Run

Every last Tuesday evening of the Month | Beginners to advanced welcome.

Boschendal Trail Centre, Boschendal Estate, 10 Park Drive 99 Helshoogte Road, Milton Park, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek Franschhoek

Boschendal Estate

Tuesday, 17 July, 2018 to Wednesday, 1 August, 2018

Alto Wine & Biltong Tasting

A quintessential South African tradition now showcases an equally fine ambassador of excellence in a new and revelatory tasting experience that pairs naturally cured meat – biltong – and Alto wines at the eponymous Stellenbosch estate.

Annandale Road off the R44 between Stellenbosch and Somerset West. Stellenbosch

Thursday, 2 August, 2018 to Friday, 3 August, 2018

Free State Wine Show

The 6th Free State Wine Show takes place at Emoya Estate on Thursday and Friday 2 and 3 August. Wineries, don’t miss out on marketing your wines to over 1 700 Bloem enthusiasts. Book your stand now!

Emoya Estate, Frans Kleynhans Avenue, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein Free State

OutSorceress Marketing

Friday, 3 August, 2018

Bellevue Live Music Evening

We kick off with our fifth live music event for this year on Friday 3rd of August - Artist Deon Valor at his best!

Bellevue Wine Estate, Bottelary Rd, Stellenbosch, 7605 Stellenbosch

Sunday, 24 June, 2018 to Sunday, 5 August, 2018

Vaal River Meander Wine Route 2018

On Sunday the 24th of June 2018 the official Vaal River Meander Wine Route begins and operates every weekend for 6 weeks on Saturdays and Sundays until the last day on the 5th August 2018.

Vaal River Gauteng

Vaal Wine Route

Wednesday, 25 April, 2018 to Friday, 31 August, 2018

Hearty lunch and winter value at The Restaurant at Grande Provence

Enjoy the splendour of a sunny winter’s day in the Franschhoek winelands with a hearty lunch and warm generosity in the beautiful surroundings of Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate.

Grande Provence, Franschhoek Franschhoek

Grande Provence

Thursday, 3 May, 2018 to Friday, 31 August, 2018

Jordan Wine Estate Annual Winter Charity Drive

Come and support Jordan Wine Estate’s 2018 Winter Charity Drive by swapping your old clothes for selected Jordan Wines.

Jordan Wine Estate, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

Jordan Wine Estate

Tuesday, 5 June, 2018 to Friday, 31 August, 2018

New winter tasting at Spier

Spier launches its hearty winter tasting.

R310 Stellenbosch Stellenbosch South Africa Stellenbosch

Spier Tasting Room

Saturday, 9 June, 2018 to Friday, 31 August, 2018

Soetes & Soup at Jakkalsvlei

Warm up this winter with our Soetes & Sop promotion - 9 June to 31 August.

Jakkalsvlei Private Cellar Garden Route

Sunday, 1 July, 2018 to Friday, 31 August, 2018

Linton Park Soup and Wine Experience

An amazing soup, food and wine pairing to help keep the winter chills at bay.

Linton Park Wines Wellington

Monday, 11 June, 2018 to Saturday, 1 September, 2018

Plump Oysters and Award-winning MCC Wine at Org de Rac

Org de Rac, the organic wine estate on the N7 just before Piketberg, is offering visitors an idyllic culinary combination when stopping off at this unique farm. Plump, fresh West Coast Oysters are waiting to be enjoyed with Org de Rac’s award-winning La Verne Cape Classique sparkling wine.

Org de Rac, N7, Near Piketberg Swartland

Friday, 1 June, 2018 to Friday, 14 September, 2018

ISHTA Yoga Teacher trainiing

Life Retreat Studio brings you our annual ISHTA Yoga Teachers Training Course, which is suited to anyone who wishes to learn more about yoga…

Lourensford Estate Helderberg

Lente Kritzinger

Wednesday, 2 May, 2018 to Friday, 28 September, 2018

2018 Winter Specials at Bistro Sixteen82

For an indulgent experience of bistro-style comfort food, look no further than our winter specials at Bistro Sixteen82

Bistro Sixteen82, Steenberg Estate, Steenberg Road, Tokai, 7945 Cape Town

Bistro Sixteen82

Sunday, 1 April, 2018 to Sunday, 30 September, 2018

Fabulous Heartland winter rates at Grande Provence

Take advantage of the fabulous Heartland dinner, bed & breakfast offer at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate and make picturesque Franschhoek your luxurious winter wineland destination.

Grande Provence, Franschhoek Franschhoek

Grande Provence

Tuesday, 1 May, 2018 to Sunday, 30 September, 2018

Jordan Luxury Suites 2018 Winter Special

Tucked away close to the winery, restaurant and bakery, the luxury suites on Jordan Wine Estate enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the vineyards and Stellenbosch Mountains.

Jordan Wine Estate, Kloof Road, Vlottenberg, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

Jordan Luxury Suites

Tuesday, 1 May, 2018 to Sunday, 30 September, 2018

Escape to Clos Malverne this Winter

Make the most of winter this year with a weekend winelands getaway to the picture-perfect Clos Malverne Wine Estate. Situated in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands visitors are guaranteed to leave feeling completely relaxed and rejuvenated from their two-day experience.

Clos Malverne Stellenbosch

Tuesday, 1 May, 2018 to Sunday, 30 September, 2018

Experience winter in the winelands!

Escape to Spier for the Ultimate Winter Winelands Experience!

R310 Stellenbosch Stellenbosch South Africa Cape Town

Nokuphila Ndzimande

Wednesday, 2 May, 2018 to Sunday, 30 September, 2018

Winter Specials at Terroir 2018

Terroir welcomes winter with a memorable menu offer.

Kleine Zalze Wines and Terroir restaurant are situated on Strand Road (R44), Stellenbosch, South Africa Stellenbosch

Sunday, 1 July, 2018 to Sunday, 30 September, 2018

Lanzerac Winter Retreat Package

Lanzerac Winter Retreat Package

Lanzerac Hotel & Spa Stellenbosch

Lanzerac Wines Estate

Sunday, 1 July, 2018 to Sunday, 30 September, 2018

Celebrate Winter in The Winelands at Lanzerac Wine Estate

While winter may traditionally be a time for hibernating, this year, why not embrace the season by experiencing the Winelands at its finest?

Lanzerac Wine Estate, No. 1 Lanzerac Road, Stellenbosch, South Africa Stellenbosch

Lanzerac Wine Estate

Tuesday, 10 July, 2018 to Sunday, 30 September, 2018

Zevenwacht Perfect Picture Winter Destination Promotion

Zevenwacht Perfect Picture Winter Destination Promotion

Zevenwacht Wine Estate, Langverwacht Rd, Kuils River, 7579 Stellenbosch

Zevenwacht Wine Estate

Saturday, 7 July, 2018 to Saturday, 6 October, 2018

Vergenoegd Winter Markets

What makes the Market @ Vergenoegd unique is our close proximity to the N2 and being the 1st (or last) stop on the Stellenbosch Wine Route, making us a very favourable venue due to ease of access. Our open stretch of land allows for ample parking and the market site ideal for the whole family to relax and enjoy a whole day with us. In addition, our 1000 strong flock of Runner Ducks have become so

Baden Powel Drive, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

Friday, 4 May, 2018 to Sunday, 14 October, 2018

Yoga Teacher Training

Yoga Teacher Training to deepen your practice. only level 3 is require for ytt.

Lourensford Estate 0

Lente Kritzinger

Saturday, 19 May, 2018 to Tuesday, 30 October, 2018

Linefish or lamb shoulder & a glass of wine

Join us for lunch, Wednesday to Friday and indulge in Chef Carolize’s linefish or lamb shoulder winter dishes, including a glass of Dornier wine.

Dornier Wines Stellenbosch

Tuesday, 1 May, 2018 to Wednesday, 31 October, 2018

2018 Winter Specials at Catharina's Restaurant

Chef Archie Maclean is embracing locals this winter with generous lunch and dinner menus accompanied by a cosy fire, in Steenberg's original homestead with views of the Constantia mountains and vineyards.

Catharina's Restaurant, Steenberg Estate, Steenberg Road, Tokai, 7945 Cape Town

Catharina's Restaurant

Wednesday, 23 May, 2018 to Wednesday, 31 October, 2018

2 or 3 Course Special at Dornier Bodega Restaurant

Dornier Bodega Restaurant winter special.

Dornier Bodega Restaurant Stellenbosch

Dornier Bodega Restaurant

Sunday, 21 January, 2018 to Sunday, 30 December, 2018

Sunday Outdoor Yoga

Yoga in the fresh air ...

Lourensford Estate Helderberg

Lente Kritzinger

Sunday, 8 July, 2018 to Monday, 31 December, 2018

MY Run @ Vergenoegd Wine Estate

Our official myrun event at Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate will be held every Sunday morning. Join us for our timed, free run or walk and earn up to 300 Vitality points for finishing. We welcome everyone, regardless of level of fitness.

Baden Powel Drive, Stellenbosch Stellenbosch

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