Get ready to sip and discover the heritage of the Cape this September. We've created a list of special events happening in the Cape Winelands that celebrate our rich South African heritage. From heritage dishes to share with friends to curated wine tastings to braai feasts for the whole family, there’s something for everyone. So, join the celebration of this year's Heritage Month in the Cape Winelands. Cheers!
Chef Drikus Brink, along with South African food personality Errieda du Toit, is presenting a Cape heritage small plates menu at Geuwels this September. It includes a variety of heritage dishes inspired by Erried's cookbook SAAM. Expect dishes like Marmite and Huguenot cheese tart, shaved pickled ox tongue with sweet mustard, venison bobotie jaffle, Vergenoegd uitpakslaai, chutney chicken bake... Perfect for sharing among friends! Paired with Vergenoegd Löw’s elegant wines, this is not to be missed.
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During September, Kleine Zalze Restaurant celebrates our unique South African food heritage! The diverse menu starts with steamed bread served with biltong butter, chakalaka, and chutney. There are also smoorsnoek-filled baked potatoes, braised beef shin, and samp. Naturally, dessert is the ever-popular malva pudding with condensed milk and rooibos custard. To top it all off, lunch is served with a complimentary glass of Kleine Zalze Cap Classique.
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Sip and celebrate with Simonsig Family Vineyards as they take you through a hand-picked selection of wines that reflect the rich roots of their winemaking heritage. These wines are the Kaapse Vonkel Brut Cap Classique, Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé Cap Classique, Needless To Say Rosé, Starting Blocks Chenin Blanc, Pick of The Bunch Pinotage, and Merindol Syrah.
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Get active this Heritage Day long weekend with Runventures' 5km fun run at Stellenzicht Vineyards. It is going to be a fun morning on the farm with a purpose: to raise funds for rhino conservation. There will be goodie bags, pizza, and wine!
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Celebrate Heritage Day at one of Stellenbosch's oldest farms, which boasts a history dating back to 1694. To celebrate this milestone, Knorhoek is hosting a family-friendly braai experience. Expect a traditional South African braai with a twist: Besides the mouthwatering selection of grilled meats, boerewors and vegetarian options, there will be fine heritage wines, live music, and fun play areas for the kids. Plus, create your own tradition by pre-purchasing a tree to plant before the braai, contributing to the farm's natural heritage.
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Lanzerac's manor house is synonymous with old-world charm and rich Cape heritage, dating back to 1692. On Heritage Day, they invite you to take a seat at their long table for a feast reminiscent of time-old tradition. Indulge in sharing plates, with dishes such as lamb rib bonbons, springbok scone pie, and pampoenpoffertjies, to name just a few. And with re-imagined delicacies like milk tart eclairs, dadelvingers, and malva pudding for dessert, Chef Stephen and his team will ensure masterpieces created for a celebration.
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Mellasat Vineyards invites you to join in the festivities at their annual Snoek, Patat and Wine Festival. Bring your family and friends for a day of relaxation, where you'll enjoy world-class wines, delicious snoek dishes, and sweet potato treats in a stunning setting. A perfect blend of flavours and scenic views awaits you!
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La Grapperia Pizza and Bistro welcomes you to join for a memorable Braai Day celebration. Enjoy a day of fun-filled activities, live music by Louwrence van der Westhuizen, delicious dishes, and plenty of good beer, gin and wine to sip on.
Phone 021 863 4367 to book your table.
Raise a glass to heritage and indulge in the best of local at the Pinotage Celebration at Laborie Estate. There will be over 10 incredible wine farms showcasing everything Pinotage – wine, Cap Classique, and more. Your ticket includes a complimentary wine glass and full access to the tastings. Plus, enjoy live music, delicious local food, and drink specials to make it a day to remember.
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The Franschhoek Valley is filled with historical landmarks and stories of moments gone by – some majestic, others more subtle. Franschhoek Cellar is so passionate about its legacy that they've created a tasting to commemorate every significant monument, for instance the Franschhoek Town Hall, the Statue de Femme monument, and the Baker Station. By tasting through their Village Walk Range, you go on a journey that connects you to the town. Every nuance and taste tells a story.
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Nothing beats making your own boerewors and delicious frikkadelle from scratch. In this workshop at the state-of-the-art Meat Room at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei, master butcher Jaco Koegelenberg will teach guests how to make traditional boerewors, droëwors, and meat balls. He will first demonstrate the process and then, under hiss guidance, guests will make their own boerewors and frikkadelle. Afterwards, guests will enjoy a hearty lunch in the Old Stables Restaurant.
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Do you enjoy an informal braai while watching the game? Perhaps you like to sit around the fire, snacking rather than setting a table? Join Chef Christiaan this Heritage Weekend at Leopard's Leap for his Braai Day-inspired lunch. An innovative take on the plankie braai, expect familiar favourites such as Karoo lamb, chakalaka, and makataan and add some interest with ingredients such as labneh, kataifi, and curry leaves. And, of course, you'll get to enjoy complementing Leopard’s Leap wines with lunch.
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