{"id":10233,"date":"2025-01-10T13:45:22","date_gmt":"2025-01-10T11:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/?p=10233"},"modified":"2025-01-10T13:45:30","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T11:45:30","slug":"la-motte-reimagined","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/la-motte-reimagined\/","title":{"rendered":"La Motte reimagined: Franschhoek\u2019s historic gem gets a makeover"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Blog Post Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; link_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The historic La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek reopened in December, offering a fresh take on the much-loved family farm with new guest experiences and a refreshed brand identity.<\/p>\n<p>La Motte\u2019s new farm experience preserves its history while embracing new and modern offerings. From a cosy tasting room to a family-friendly brasserie, the creative Ateljee, and a revamped farm shop, every corner of the estate is a commitment to quality, community, and genuine hospitality.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re building on our heritage to create a space that feels rooted, welcoming, and alive with new experiences.\u201d \u2013 La Motte family<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 700px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DDtbb2tMa1_\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; 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The \u00e0 la carte <a href=\"https:\/\/account.dineplan.com\/menu\/3WDgqvph\/4129?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&#038;utm_medium=Post&#038;utm_campaign=LaMottePress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">menu<\/a> features a fusion of French and South African flavours, made with seasonal, farm-sourced ingredients and elements of open-fire cooking.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/lami-family-brasserie?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&#038;utm_medium=Post&#038;utm_campaign=LaMottePress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">L\u2019Ami<\/a> serves lunch from Wednesday to Saturday and dinner on Friday and Saturday. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled as Sundays will be reserved for traditional family-style meals, complete with a dedicated kiddie\u2019s menu.<\/p>\n<a href='https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/lami-family-brasserie?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&#038;utm_medium=Post&#038;utm_campaign=LaMottePress' class='small-button smallblueshort_code' target=\"_blank\">Book L&#8217;Ami Family Brasserie<\/a>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DDuP0Czq8eH\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:700px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\">\n<div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DDuP0Czq8eH\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; 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Nearby, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/la-motte-bakery?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&#038;utm_medium=Post&#038;utm_campaign=LaMottePress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artisanal Bakery &#038; Garden Caf\u00e9<\/a> serves freshly baked bread and p\u00e2tisserie, light lunches, and tempting breakfasts.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy your meals in the garden, complete with ancient oaks and a playground for children.<\/p>\n<a href='https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/la-motte-bakery?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&#038;utm_medium=Post&#038;utm_campaign=LaMottePress' class='small-button smallblueshort_code' target=\"_blank\">Book La Motte Bakery<\/a>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;JAN Franschhoek&#8221; module_id=&#8221;trends-gildas&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.5&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.2&#8243; link_font=&#8221;|600|||||||&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>JAN Franschhoek<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Led by Chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/jan-franschhoek?utm_source=Dineplan_Blog&#038;utm_medium=Post&#038;utm_campaign=LaMottePress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">JAN Franschhoek<\/a> is a sought-after dining experience for both locals and tourists. Combining South African nostalgia with international culinary flair. 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