Enjoying internationally acclaim for the quality of its wine tourism offering, Franschhoek-based La Motte Wine Estate has again been acknowledged as Best Food and Wine Matching Experience in the 2018 edition of the Drinks International Wine Tourism Awards.

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Franschhoek is an ideal setting for a wedding. The romantic scenery adds to a weddings ambience to make the day most memorable. With numerous venues to choose from you’re bound to find something that is everything that you dreamt of.

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Le Coin Français’ Executive Chef, Darren Badenhorst, will get the opportunity to showcase his culinary skills this week at the fourth annual Goût de France (Good France) week which takes place during 19 to 25 March. The purpose of the initiative is to embrace and respect differences, the exchange of recipes and most importantly forging new relationships.

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With a slight chill in the air in the mornings it is a gentle reminder to us that Summer is drawing to a close and Autumn is dusting off her coat to make a brief appearance before Winter sets in. With the seasons changing what better excuse to linger longer in Franschhoek and make the most of the last Summer days.

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The Babylonstoren Hotel has once again secured a spot on the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. This is the third time in a row that the luxurious boutique hotel, situated in the heart of the Franschhoek Wine Valley, has been acknowledged by this internationally recognized lifestyle and travel publication.
La Residence, best described as a tranquil haven of comfort and relaxation, also secured a spot on this internationally recognized and sought-after list.

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The Blessing of the Harvest at La Motte is always special - especially when it is also a celebration of the first grapes pressed in the Cape on 2 February 1659. #SAHarvest2018 #FHKHarvest2018 #Franschhoek


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Spoil yourself or a loved one this Valentine's Day with something Sweet from Huguenot Fine Chocolates in Franschhoek. A ray of differrent chocolates to choose from.

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The energy of harvest time in the Winelands is infectious! To share the excitement, La Motte wine estatein the Franschhoek Valley invites guests to participate in a special Harvest Experience presented for the duration of the 2018 harvest. Enjoy the unique harvest time traditions and practices on a guided tour presented by one of the estate’s Wine Ambassadors.

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The Babylonstoren Hotel has once again secured a spot on the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. This is the third time in a row that the luxurious boutique hotel, situated in the heart of the Franschhoek Wine Valley, has been acknowledged by this internationally recognized lifestyle and travel publication.

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WIN! Share your best moments at Franschhoek Summer Wines on Facebook this weekend and stand a chance to win four tickets to the Franschhoek Bastille Festival in July 2018. Simply upload your photo on the Franschhoek Wine Valley Facebook page and remember to use the hashtag #FHKSummer to complete your entry click here

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