Pickle and preserve summer's abundance at Soetmelksvlei

Thursday, 4 December, 2025
Babylonstoren
TIME:    08h30
COST:    R1 500 pp
VENUE:    Soetmelksvlei, Simondium
Franschhoek
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Join us in the heritage kitchen of Soetmelksvlei on 13 March and 4 December as we unpack the traditional practice of pickling and preserving.

Grandma's pickles and preserves are part of a new revival of eating seasonal food and minimising food waste. Join us in the heritage kitchen of Soetmelksvlei as we unpack this traditional South African practice.

Following a short ride along the picturesque slopes of Simonsberg, we’ll descend towards the historical farmyard of Soetmelksvlei, which represents a time when life was simpler and craftsmanship was treasured. Here, we’ll join Rina van Velden for a hands-on morning of making our own pickled and preserved foods.

After a hands-on morning in the farm air, we’ll enjoy a hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant before heading back to Babylonstoren.

Please meet us at the Babylonstoren ticket office.

Only 10 places available.

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