Your ultimate guide to Valentine's Day in the Cape Winelands

Your ultimate guide to Valentine's Day in the Cape Winelands
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With Valentine's Day around the corner, we've put together a guide to romantic Valentine's events in the Cape Winelands.

Somerset West

Valentine's Day Picnic at Longridge

Come sip, snack, and set the mood at Longridge Wine Estate's special Valentine's Day picnic on the lawns. Each couple gets a bottle of Longridge Cap Classique and a picnic basket filled with artisan cheeses, bread, fresh produce, preserves, and gourmet cold meats – because nothing says "I adore you" like great wine and good food.

  • Where: Longridge Wine Estate, Somerset West
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 17h30 - 20h30
  • Cost: R695 per couple

Click HERE to book.

Romantic 5-Course Dinner at Cavalli

Surprise your loved one with a magical evening at Cavalli Estate. Indulge in a romantic ambiance with a delectable 5-course dinner menu, carefully crafted by their talented chefs, and paired with their award-winning wines to toast your love. If you’re looking for a daytime date, you can opt for a picturesque gourmet picnic, or the unique oysters and wine pairing. 

  • Where: Cavalli Restaurant, Cavalli Estate, Somerset West
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 18h00
  • Cost: R1 200 per person

Click HERE to book.

Stellenbosch

Valentine's Day Fine Dining Experience at The Jordan Restaurant

Make this Valentine's Day truly special with an unforgettable fine dining experience at The Jordan Restaurant. Join renowned Chef Marthinus Ferreira for an exclusive, one-of-a-kind menu crafted with love and passion. Each course tells a story, bringing together artistry and flavour to create a sensory experience you and your loved one will never forget.

  • Where: The Jordan Restaurant, Jordan Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: Lunch: 12h00 | Dinner: 18h30
  • Cost: R1 500 per person

Click HERE to book.

Romantic Sunset Picnic at Spier

Make Valentine’s Day magical and memorable at Spier. Nothing says "I adore you" quite like a summer evening picnic. Collect your celebratory bubbles and picnic basket filled with farm-fresh food, settle on the lush lawns of the werf, and get ready for a romantic evening. Setting the mood will be the singer/songwriter Jabulile Majola, whose captivating sounds and heartfelt lyrics will provide the perfect soundtrack.

  • Where: Spier Wine Farm, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 18h30
  • Cost: R995 per couple

Click HERE to book.

Clos Malverne's Valentine's Day Dinner

Nestled in Devon Valley, Clos Malverne is the perfect setting for a love-filled evening. They designed an enchanting menu for their Valentine's Day Dinner. Expect dishes like crumbed pork belly cubes and pepper-crusted beef fillet. Each course is thoughtfully paired with their award-winning wines. Celebrate love with impeccable food and wine and breathtaking views!

  • Where: Clos Malverne Restaurant, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 18h00
  • Cost: R700 per person

Email to info@closmalvernerestaurant.co.za to book.

Valentine's Sunset Hike at Muratie

Hike to a scenic lookout point and toast the sunset with your loved one on Valentine’s Day at Muratie Wine Estate. At the lookout point, you'll be treated to a glass of Muratie Johanna Dry Rosé. Pack your picnic blanket and relax under the stunning mountain scenery before making your way back to the Trail Centre, where snacks, drinks, and a coffee station will be available.

  • Where: Muratie Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: From 17h30
  • Cost: R135 per adult and R60 per child under 12

Click HERE to book.

Simonsig's Valentine's Sundowners

This Valentine's Day, join Simonsig for an unforgettable summer evening at their Valentine's Sundowners! Bring your partner or bestie and celebrate love with a refreshing welcome drink, live music to set the mood, a delicious platter to share, and a bottle of Kaapse Vonkel Brut. Create magical memories with your loved one against the backdrop of Simonsig’s sunset views.

  • Where: Simonsig Family Vineyards, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time:16h30
  • Cost: R499 per couple

Click HERE to book.

Valentine's Day Dinner at Gåte at Quoin Rock

This year, Gåte Restaurant invites you to do Valentine's Day differently. Their Valentine's Day dinner is an exclusive opportunity to be among the first to try the restaurant's brand-new menu: a 12-course tasting journey created by head chef Paul Prinsloo. Live entertainment will create the perfect soundtrack for a night of indulgence and romance. Set against the backdrop of Quoin Rock's stunning surrounds, this is where culinary brilliance meets the intimacy of Valentine’s Day.

  • Where: Gåte Restaurant, Quoin Rock, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 18h00
  • Cost: R2 200 per person

Click HERE to book.

Dinner at Lievland Café

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a romantic dinner at Lievland Café on Lievland Wine Estate. Upon arrival, soak in the golden sunset hour with a glass of bubbly. Dinner is a three-course feast of seasonally inspired dishes: From a harvest antipasti platter to slow-cooked Calvinia lamb, and finishing with a decadent dessert selection, it’s an evening designed to delight.

  • Where: Lievland Café, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 18h30
  • Cost: R525 per person

Click HERE to book.

Valentine's Date Night at Hazendal

At Hazendal, romance meets variety with three unique Valentine’s Day offerings. Opt for a romantic picnic under the stars, complete with live music and a curated basket for two. Or, enjoy a fine dining experience at The Restaurant, featuring gourmet dishes crafted by renowned executive chef, Michélle Theron, while live piano music sets the mood. Adventurous couples can add some fun with a round of putt-putt before unwinding with a romantic picnic.

  • Where: Hazendal Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: From 18h00
  • Cost: R1 850 per couple (picnic) | R1 350 per person (fine dining)

Click HERE to book.

Outdoor Movie Night at Asara

Celebrate love under the stars with Asara's outdoor movie night. Enjoy a curated gourmet picnic basket featuring freshly baked bread, charcuterie, gourmet sandwiches, and more. Lawn games and a cash bar add a playful touch before the movie begins. Snuggle up on blankets and bean bags for a romantic evening.

  • Where: Asara Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: Gates open at 18h30 | Movie starts at 20h30
  • Cost: R 1250 per couple

Click HERE to book.

Franschhoek

Valentine's Treats Baking Workshop at Soetmelksvlei

Make it a Valentine's Day to remember and learn to bake your very own chocolate cake at this workshop in Soetmelksvlei's traditional kitchen. Babylonstoren master baker Martjie Malan will teach you all the tips and tricks on how to mix, bake, and finish a classic chocolate cake – a staple for every type of celebration. After a chocolatey morning, a hearty lunch will be served at the Old Stables Restaurant.

  • Where: Soetmelksvlei, Franschhoek
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 08h30 - 15h00
  • Cost: R1 500 per person

Click HERE to book.

Valentine's Day Picnic at Boschendal

Treat your special someone to a romantic outdoor escape at Boschendal this Valentine’s Day. Enjoy a delightful double picnic basket filled with gourmet treats. You can enhance your experience by adding bottomless bubbly and toast to love all day long! Triveno will set the mood with live music from the picnic pavilion.

  • Where: Boschendal Estate, Franschhoek
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 12h00 - 16h00
  • Cost: R850 per couple

Click HERE to book.

Haute Cabrière Summer Dinner Menu Series

Picture this: You and your Valentine sitting on a terrace looking out on the gorgeous Franschhoek Valley, wine on ice, enjoying French-inspired cuisine as the sunset turns into a starlit night... Haute Cabrière launched a sensational dining experience this summer, perfect for a romantic date. Head chef Charlton Prins's 4-course menu brings together local ingredients, seasonal flavours, and classic French influences. Each course is paired with a Haute Cabrière Réserve wine.

  • Where: Haute Cabrière, Franschhoek
  • When: 14 and 15 February 2025
  • Time: 18h30
  • Cost: R990 per person

Click HERE to book.

Sip and Paint at Paserene

This Valentine's weekend, Paserene is doing things a little differently by hosting a Sip and Paint event. Led by the talented artist Lara Kruger-Nieuwenhuis, this experience is the perfect way to express your creativity while enjoying Paserene's exquisite wines in a stunning setting. Whether you’re celebrating with your partner, with your friend, or by yourself, this is a fun and memorable way to toast to love, art, and wine.

  • Where: Paserene, Franschhoek
  • When: Saturday, 15 February 2025
  • Time: 10h30
  • Cost: R1 750 for two people

Email info@paserene.co.za to book.

Allée Bleue Valentine's Picnic

Enjoy stunning views of the Franschhoek Valley under old oak trees, with picnic baskets that reflect the beauty and bounty of Allée Bleue at the estate's Valentine's Picnic. The curated menu by Chef Michaela from the Allée Bleue Bistro will feature seasonal fruit and herbs produced on the estate. Singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist Grace de la Hunt will perform at the event, delivering captivating live entertainment that blends timeless classics with modern favorites.

  • Where: Allée Bleue Estate, Franschhoek
  • When: Saturday, 15 February 2025
  • Time: 16h00 - 19h00
  • Cost:R1 000 per couple and R200 per child

Click HERE to book.

Paarl

Valentine's Dinner at Mellasat Vineyards

Take your loved one out for a romantic three-course dinner at Mellasat Vineyards on Valentine's Day. The three-course meal, including a glass of Mellasat wine, is R599 per couple. On the menu, you'll find delicious dishes like crumbed mushrooms, chicken with mashed potatoes, leg of lamb, roasted veggies, decadent Mellasat truffles, and rich chocolate caramel cake.

  • Where: Mellasat Vineyards, Paarl
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 17h00 - 23h00
  • Cost: R599 per couple

Click HERE to book.

Romantic Picnic or Dinner at Laborie Estate

This Valentine’s Day, make it unforgettable with one of two romantic experiences at Laborie. It’s either an intimate evening enjoying a picnic-style food crate beneath the starlit sky, or a curated three-course dinner at one of the on-site restaurants, Suzanne and Stoep. Both options include a warm welcome in the Avenue with live music, a welcome drink, and a fresh oyster.

  • Where: Laborie Estate, Paarl
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 18h00
  • Cost: R695 per person

Click HERE to book.

Jack Black's Food Truck Fridays at Nederburg

Wind down the week during summer with Food Truck Fridays at Nederburg on selected Fridays, including 14 February. Dive into delicious eats served fresh from Jack Black’s gourmet food truck, sip on their craft beers and Nederburg's award-winning wines, and let the DJ set the scene with epic tunes. With stunning views, buzzing energy, and a laid-back vibe, it’s the perfect wine-country hangout.

  • Where: Nederburg, Paarl
  • When: 14 and 28 February 2025
  • Time: 17h00 - 21h00
  • Cost: Free entry

Click HERE to book.

Romantic Valentine's Dinner at Brookdale Estate

Escape to the Paarl winelands to enjoy a romantic Valentine’s dinner at the Bistro at Brookdale Estate. Couples are invited to book their table-for-2 on Friday 14 February, with a choice of seating in the air-conditioned restaurant, or on the terrace. Celebrate sunset on arrival with a complimentary glass of Mason Road Cap Classique, before embarking on a culinary journey to explore Chef Gary Coetzee's summer menu.

  • Where: The Bistro at Brookdale Estate, Paarl
  • When: Friday, 14 February 2025
  • Time: 18h00 - 21h00

Click HERE to book.

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