10 Winelands restaurants for Valentine’s Day

Posted on 2 February 2012

 

Here is a list of 10 restaurants situated in the Winelands, that are offering special dinners in celebration of Valentine’s Day. So let them put in the effort and treat yourselves to an evening out with your loved one.

You might also like: 21 ultimate romantic getaways in South Africa

 

Morgenhof Wine Estate

You will be welcomed with a glass of Morgenhof Methodé Cap Classic before heading to the garden to enjoy a romantic four-course dinner with live background music. Although it is said to be a four-course meal you will be spoilt with appetizers and palate cleansers on top of this.

Venue: The Morgenhof Garden, Morgenhof Wine Estate, Stellenbosch

Time: 18:30 for 19:00

Price: R295 per person

Book with Banqueting, phone (021) 889-2032/25

 

Haute Cabriere

Set in the romantic Franschhoek Valley, Haute Cabriere has created a special set menu dinner on Valentine’s evening. You will be treated to 14 taste explosions – seven satisfying meals paired with seven supporting wines.

Venue: Haute Cabriere Restaurant, Franschhoek

Price: R650 per person

To book: Phone (021) 876-3688 or email [email protected]

 

Waterkloof Wine Estate

Feast on an exclusive Degustation Menu of six food and wine pairings, created by Chef Gregory Czarnecki. Perched high on the slopes of the Schapenberg, Waterkloof’s signature ‘glass box’ restaurant is set against the majestic backdrop of the estate’s amphitheatre of vineyards and the full expanse of False Bay in the distance – the perfect setting to celebrate your love. Guests will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of MCC.

Venue: Waterkloof Restaurant, outside of Somerset West

Price: R550 per person (R450 per person excluding the wine pairings)

To book: Phone (021) 858-1491 or email [email protected]

 

Clos Malverne

Clos Malverne is hosting a special Valentines Gourmet Evening at their wine farm. They are offering an exceptional five-course menu, each course paired with a glass of unique Clos Malverne wine.

Venue: Clos Malverne Restaurant

Time: 19h00

Price: R295 per person

To book: Click Here

 

Opstal Estate and Restaurant

Opstal Estate is situated at the foot of the Slanghoek Mountains in the heart of the breathtakingly beautiful Slanghoek Valley on the Breedekloof Wine Route. Enjoy a sunset wine tasting with canapés – presented by the Opstal winemaker with the picturesque Slanghoek Mountains as the backdrop. Afterwards, a three-course sit down meal (main and dessert) will be served in the restaurant.

Venue: Opstel Restaurant, Breedekloof Wine Route

Price: R150 per person (not including drinks)

To book: Phone (023) 344-3001 or email [email protected]

 

Mont Rochelle Hotel & Mountain Vineyards

Mont Rochelle Hotel & Mountain Vineyards will celebrate Valentine’s Day with culinary feasts served at its two superb restaurants. Known as one of the Western Cape’s top dining destinations, Mont Rochelle offers a multi-sensory experience in a magical vineyard setting, making it the ideal choice for a romantic dinner.

Mange Tout, the farms’ fine dining restaurant, has wrap-around views of the valley. They will be serving a three-course Valentine’s Day Dinner Menu, available from 14 to 19 February. At the more informal Country Kitchen, a choice of tasty temptations will be available for lunch or dinner on 14 February, and just for lunch until 19 February.

Venue: Mont Rochelle Hotel & Mountain Vineyards (Mange Tout & Country Kitchen)

Price: R280 per person at Mange Tout, R180 per person at Country Kitchen

To book: Phone (021) 876 2770 or email [email protected]

 

Allée Bleue

Chef Glenn Ferus and his team will prepare the most extravagant, exotic and romantic meal for you and your loved one to enjoy at Allée Bleue on the 14th February. Start with a glass of Allée Bleue’s delicious Brut Rosé Cap Classique to awaken the taste buds and prepare to be blown away by your three-course meal.

Venue: Allée Bleue Restaurant (on the way to Franschhoek)

Price: R295 per person

To book: Phone (021) 874- 1021/2/3 or email [email protected]

 

Altydgedacht

Located on the hills of the Tygerberg this wine farm will be hosting a special Valentino dinner under the trees with a four-course Italian menu. There will also be a small gift for the ladies.

Venue: Eat@Altydgedacht, Durbanville

Time: 18h30

Price: R300 per person

To book: Phone (021) 975-7815

 

Laborie Wines

The recently launched Harvest At Laborie restaurant, headed up by highly acclaimed chef Matthew Gordon, have created a special menu for Valentine’s Day. The menu includes a modern day prawn cocktail for starters, delicious grilled free range Karoo rump for mains and a choice of warm, soft chocolate tart or raspberry parfait for dessert. A vegetarian option is also available. Freshly brewed coffee and homemade Belgian chocolates end off the evening.

Venue: Harvest at Laborie restaurant, Paarl

Price: R245 per person

To book: contact Yolanda Prinsloo on (021) 807-3095 or email [email protected]

 

Somerbosch

The Bistro at Somerbosch will be hosting a special Valentines Dinner. Starters include: Italian coppa ham with fresh figs and rocket, duck springrolls with a reduced soy and orange sauce or prawn and lemon grass skewer. Mains include roast duck with sweet potato, seasonal vegetables,and nectarines in a port sauce, and kudu kebabs served with new potatoes, vegetables and a reduced berry and balsamic sauce. Desserts are baked cheese cake with strawberry compote, and pineapple and kiwi fruit carpaccio served with lemon sorbet.

Venue: The Bistro at Somerbosch, Stellenbosch

To book: Phone (021) 855-3615 or email [email protected]






yoast-primary -
tcat - Eating Out
tcat_slug - eating-out
tcat2 -
tcat2_slug -
tcat_final -