1. A charcuterie and wine pairing, prepared on-site and served straight from @jewellspiceroute - there’s a vegetarian option too, just as thoughtful. Enjoy the journey for only R120 per person.
2. A day isn’t well spent unless it starts with a tea tasting at Nigiro Tea at the Spice Route. Three unique teas, freshly steeped for you - Lyle is ready to welcome you.
3. @brendas_preserves has made waves in the spice and preserve industry, breaking barriers and preserving a flair for life. Do something a little different and blend your own spice with the guidance of her spice masters.
4. Ever heard of a Pinsa? They’re taking off in South Africa, so why not try one at the source? La Grapperia’s Chef Christian spent time in Italy honing his Pinsa skills - similar to pizza, but with a more complex base that makes it lighter, crispier, and more flavourful.
5. Finally, discover the art of distilling and end your day with a gin tasting overlooking the vineyards and Table Mountain. Our personal favourite is the Fynbos Gin - and we’d love to hear which one you love most.
This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to fun things to do at @spiceroutepaarl - an endless adventure for those seeking the spice in life. We can’t wait to welcome you to our home
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We’re thinking about that plate of Nederburg’s slow-braised Karoo lamb neck, tender and rich, or even Fairview’s fragrant lamb shoulder curry with a fresh poppadom. At Brookdale, delicate spinach and ricotta mezzaluna awaits, while Rhebokskloof offers a fresh smoked salmon salad.
Botanicum at Ridgeback tempts with a firm favourite - rustic mushroom sourdough pizza, and Perdeberg rounds it all off with their Fortitude Tiramisu, a creamy dessert infused with Fortified Chenin Blanc.
These are just a few of the plates calling for your attention – and there’s so much more to discover across all six participating wineries.
We hope to see you at some of them!
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Begin with your choice of expertly grilled fillet on bread, crunchy croquettes or a crisp Mediterranean salad. Mains range from a 200g sirloin to creamy mushroom tagliatelle, a Capricciosa pizza or a beautifully smoked salmon salad. Dessert brings either rich Catalana cream or chocolate mousse. The menu comes with a glass of Rhebokskloof wine
2 courses R295 | 3 courses R395 (per person, including a glass of wine)
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Starters include grilled artichokes with garlic aioli, bitterballen with beetroot chutney, or Spanish-style meatballs. For mains - take your pick from chicken schnitzel, a sizzling cheese & bacon burger, traditional eisbein, poached line fish curry or a vegetarian lentil & artichoke curry.
Dessert brings cake of the day or a slice of Fortitude Chenin Blanc, an infused tiramisu.
The Proe Paarl menu is served with a glass from their Vineyard Collection.
Please note: Perdeberg’s restaurant will be closed from Monday, 1 September to Thursday, 4 September. Reservations are still open for any date thereafter.
2 course R250 | 3 course R295
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Rhebokskloof’s Winter Market offers the perfect mid-August outing under cover – with gourmet food, local craft stalls, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Guests can also catch the Springboks vs. Australia match live on the big screen.
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Held at the cosy Goatshed Restaurant, this annual event is a firm favourite for good reason – a full glass of Shiraz, and a generous plate of lamb shanks - a meal fit for winter in the Winelands!
Guests can expect a four-course menu by Chef SJ Nel, reimagining classics with a contemporary hand, all while celebrating Fairview’s flagship varietal.
Seats are limited and this event fills quickly each year – early booking is strongly recommended and be done through Fairview or Quicket.
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This July, kids aged 6–12 can get their hands dirty in veggie growing or succulent workshops at Babylonstoren. Or join a mindful sensory day with Babylonstoren yogi Carel Cloete.
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It’s a place shaped by those who tend the vines, welcome the guests, and bring heart to every bottle and plate.
Whether you're here for a long lunch beneath the oaks, a tasting with one of their expert advisors, or a wander through the trails, Rhebokskloof is a celebration of life in the winelands – rooted in history, and always inviting.
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– The name “Paarl” comes from the giant granite rock that glints like a pearl after rain.
– The world’s youngest language, Afrikaans, has its official monument on Paarl Mountain.
– The Berg River isn't just a view – it’s actually central to the region’s farming and winegrowing.
– KWV, South Africa’s first branded wine cellar, was founded in Paarl back in 1918.
– Nederburg’s legendary Edelkeur dessert wine is still only available at the annual auction it helped inspire.
– Paarl has quietly led the way with South African wine firsts: the first Viognier bottling, the first Bordeaux blend, the first Nouvelle, the first white Pinotage, and the first Tempranillo-Tannat-Tinta Amarella blend.
There's always more to discover – and it starts right here.
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On Italian-inspired Evenings, the Old Bakery becomes a lively trattoria with handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and fine wines. Join the family-style feast on Monday, Tuesday and Friday evenings or book your seat at a Carnivore Evening on Wednesday and Sunday nights where Babylonstoren’s expert braai masters grill Chianina beef over open coals — a true farm-to-table feast.
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