hello winelands FORAGE FOR INDIGENOUS VELD FOODS WORKSHOP AT BABYLONSTOREN 25 AUGUST BABYLONSTOREN For thousands of years, the indigenous peoples of southern Africa survived in the veld by foraging for their food – bulbs, shoots, flowers and fruit. Starting with a walk through the garden, botanist Ernst van Jaarsveld will share his vast knowledge of South Africa’s indigenous edibles, teaching guests how to recognise seasonal plants that they can pick and nibble on. Guests will also learn how to propagate these edible varieties to take home and plant there. FRANSCHHOEK’S MYSTERY WEEKENDS Babylonstoren
27-29 AUGUST FRANSCHHOEK In these turbulent times we find ourselves in why not treat yourself to an all-inclusive winelands getaway, where your weekend has been meticulously planned for you from check in to check out. You’d be forgiven for thinking it’s a dream, but this can be your reality. Franschhoek’s popular Mystery Weekends hold the promise of surprise, relaxation and pure indulgence. Your all-encompassing weekend includes all that Franschhoek is known for – from luxurious accommodation, award-winning wines, gourmet cuisine and bespoke experiences. Since its inception in 2012 the Mystery Weekends have welcomed more than 2 000 visitors to the region, reaffirming Franschhoek as one of SA’s premier travel destinations. Franschhoek
The Franschhoek Mystery Weekends are ideally suited to couples, seeking time out from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The allure of the weekend is that you don’t need to book a single thing as it is all taken care of for you. Your experience starts with an exclusive (and unconventional) check in event planned for all guests. Mingle over a glass of wine before opening your special Mystery Weekend box, which contains all of the exciting details as to where you’ll be staying, where you’ll be dining and what you’ll be experiencing, including a fun and informal evening where you are welcomed to the valley in true Franschhoek fashion. All COVID-19 protocols will be in place throughout the weekend. For bookings or queries, contact Carmen Arendse on mysteryweekend@franschhoek.org. za. Jordan Wine Estate
WINTER PICNICS AT JORDAN WINE ESTATE UNTIL 31 AUGUST JORDAN WINE ESTATE Reserve a semi-private pod on Jordan Wine Estate and enjoy a leisurely afternoon picnic. Each basket is R500, feeds two people and includes a bottle of Chameleon wine of your choice. Your basket will include freshly baked, wood-fired vegetable focaccia, mini brioche, and oCape seed loaf to be enjoyed with a selection of locally sourced charcuterie including Ryan Boon biltong as well as a selection of hard and soft cheeses like Camembert, Brie, Stanford, and Boerenkaas.
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This will be accompanied by their homemade Thai chicken pâté, apple chutney, smoked Snoek pâté, and savoury whipped butter.
