If you’re busy planning your Christmas feasting, look no further. From Cape Town and the Winelands to Durban, Johannesburg and Pretoria, we’ve put together a list of all the restaurants offering delicious Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menus.
From braai feasts, to seven colour spreads, South African-inspired ice-cream tastings and live music, here is a line-up of Heritage Day specials around the country.
From afternoon high teas and bottomless bubbles, to fashion shows and fine dining experiences, here are Women’s Day restaurant specials around South Africa.
Chef Phil Carmichael is closing Mill St Bistro in Stellenbosch, just one year after its award-winning debut, to open a new restaurant on a nearby wine farm. Following its 2025 Luxe Restaurant Award win, the move marks an exciting new chapter in Carmichael’s ingredient-driven, fermentation-focused culinary journey.
Franschhoek Wine Valley’s much-loved winter initiative, EAT SLEEP DRINK, is back from 21 July to 11 August 2025. Experience the best of Franschhoek’s food, wine and hospitality scene – at discounted rates.
Marble and Kfm 94.5 are bringing colour to Cape Town winter weekends with Seven Colour Sunday – a vibrant lunch series celebrating South Africa’s beloved “7 Colours” meal. Enjoy themed Sundays filled with music, family, and flavour at Marble in the V&A Waterfront.
Discover COY’s new Sunday dining experience, SunDAZE – a relaxed, fire-driven menu featuring seasonal, shareable dishes crafted by chefs Teenola Govender and Geoffrey Abrahams. Enjoy great food, soulful live music, and stunning V&A Waterfront views, perfect for ending your weekend in style.
From 14 – 28 June 2024, the Franschhoek Wine Valley is hosting an exciting new event called EAT SLEEP DRINK in partnership with Dineplan. Experience the best of Franschhoek, from top restaurants to luxury accommodation and fine wine.
Discover 8 must-have restaurant reservations in Cape Town and Johannesburg this December. From new openings to festive Christmas feasting, there’s something for everyone on the list.
Create a stress-free Christmas kitchen with these 8 chef-approved tips. Learn to plan, organise, shop early, embrace teamwork and take the odd shortcut for a relaxed festive season.
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