TANTALISE YOUR TASTEBUDS IN PAARL THIS WINTER
Posted by Lorenzo Samuels on 31 May 2019 4:20 AM CAT

Various Paarl eateries are offering some winter-warming specials that will definitely chase the winter blues away. Find the perfect combination of nourishing slow food, traditional dishes, touches of international culinary inspiration and gourmet fast food with great local wines.
Back’s Restaurant & Deli Winter Shank and Shiraz Special
Back’s Restaurant & Deli has a “Shank and Shiraz” Winter Special from June to August 2019 on Saturdays from 6pm to 9pm.
Cost is R150 per person. For more information contact +27 (0) 21 872 0697.
Bean in Love
June – September 2019
Visit Bean in Love and enjoy freshly roasted coffee, a menu packed with a variety of delicious options.
During the cold winter months come and enjoy wholesome homemade soup and a hearty dish that changes weekly.
Expect meals like: bobotie, butter chicken, beef stroganoff, thai green curry and many more.
We offer a selection of gifts and plants, toys for the little ones and free fast wifi!
Contact +27 (0) 21 872 0987.
Drinking Chenin Blanc Day at Boland Cellar
12 – 15 June 2019 l During week 09h00 – 17h00 and Saturday 10h00 – 15h00
Three bottle pack at R148 for the Five Climates Chenin Blanc, Talent & Terroir Chenin Blanc and One Formation Chenin/Sauvignon/Grenache Blanc.
Goatshed Extraño Spanish Dinner at Fairview Wine and Cheese
28 June 2019 l Arrival time 18h30 – 19h00 l Dinner 19h00 – 22h00
There is a Extraño (stranger in Spanish) in the Cape’s vineyards, named Tempranillo. Originally from Spain, Tempranillo now grows in local soils and produces grapes of exceptional quality. We’ve carefully integrated fellow Spaniards Grenache and Carignan – who add spice, fruit and freshness – to help temper this slightly rustic grape variety’s temperamental streak.
Since its release, this wine has been causing waves throughout our Tasting Room, becoming a firm best-seller thanks to its consistent taste, beautiful label and value-for-money. In fact, Extraño was one of our most awarded wines for 2017, receiving a 4.5 star Platter rating, a 2017 National Wine Challenge Top 100 award, and a 90 point score at the Winemag Signature Red Blend Report Awards 2017 and a Double Gold – NWC/Top 100 South African Wine Awards 2018!
Chef SJ Nel and the Goatshed team crafted a carefully curated menu that will please all palates, while harking back to Catalan-inspired flavours.
- MENU •
~ TAPAS ~
A selection of breads, spicy dips & Salami
Paprika Chicken Taco Cups
Bruschetta with Tomato & Anchovies
Mushroom Empanadas
~ STARTER ~
Smoked Fish Croquette with Spanish Pumpkin and Chickpea Soup
~ MAIN COURSE ~
Lamb Stew with Peppers, Saffron Rice and baked Aubergine
~ DESSERT ~
Sopapilla Cheesecake with apple compote
- Wine pairings included •
Tickets: R325pp
Now available at ~ https://www.quicket.co.za/events/72635-extrano-spanish-dinner/?lc=57003277
Salem Biblical Garden
1 June 2019 l 10 am to 3 pm
Jacob and Esau Venison and Lentil soup Feast. Gemsbok, kudu, springbok and Eland venison dishes can be purchased from stalls.
Entrance Tickets R 35 online and R 50 at the gate. salem@mweb.co.za
For more information contact +27 (0) 21 559 2958.
Mellasat Vineyards
June 2019 l Monday to Saturday 10h00 – 16h00 l Sundays & Public Holidays 10h30 – 15h00
- Tempranillo & Tapas
The Tempranillo and Tapas experience consists of a tapas platter and a glass of our 2016 Tempranillo. The tapas platter includes marinated olives, chorizo, marinated peppers, meatballs with a Spanish tomato relish, Manchego cheese and Cajun spice cheese.
The tasting is R105 per person. Booking is essential +27 (0) 21 862 4525 or tastingroom@mellasat.com.
- Cheese & charcuterie platter for two
June 2019 l Monday to Saturday 10h00 – 16h00 l Sundays & Public Holidays 10h30 – 15h00
Mellasat Vineyards just below the Du Toitskloof pass is the perfect off-the-beaten-track spot to enjoy a cheese & charcuterie platter and wine tasting. Cheese & charcuterie platter for two at R145, excludes glass or bottle of wine and wine tasting. For reservations and enquiries contact Mellasat Vineyards on +27 (00 21 862 4525 or tastingroom@mellasat.com.
- Gourmet Burgers and Wine.
15– 17 June 2019 l 11:00 – 15:00
Join Mellasat Vineyards the weekend of the 15th – 17th June 2019 for Gourmet Burgers and Wine.
The Gourmet Burgers are available from 11:00 – 16:00 on Saturday and from 11:00 – 14:30 Sunday and Monday. Two Gourmet Burgers and a bottle of our Dekker’s Valley Range for only R229.00
We have a small selection of burgers with different toppings. Choose a burger and the topping that tickles your fancy. We have wild boar, beef steak patty, chicken fillet or vegetarian burgers! All Burgers are served with Potato wedges and a side salad. For the sweet tooth we have a selection of home-made desserts. So, spoil your Dad on Father’s Day with delicious gourmet burgers & wine.
Two Gourmet Burgers & a bottle of wine from our Dekker’s Valley Range for only R229!
Booking essential at +27 (0) 21 862 4525 or tastingroom@mellasat.com.