Stellenbosch has an amazing lineup of new restaurants from tasting rooms to outdoor adventures, alongside luxury accommodations this winter. The Stay and Play Winter campaign returns this year to invite you to explore the region’s hospitality and wine culture, with special offers to stay longer and experience more.
Plus, you could save when you book your Stellenbosch package getaway with Travelstart.
“From incredible new restaurants to exclusive winemakers dinners and tasting pairings, stunning new villa accommodation and the return of Wine Town Stellenbosch, there’s more reason than ever to linger longer in our warmhearted town,” says Jeanneret Momberg, CEO of Visit Stellenbosch. “Our Stay and Play Winter offers showcase this exciting line-up, making it the perfect season to discover the magic of winter in Stellenbosch. Our partnership with Travelstart gives you even more reason to book and save.”
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What’s new in Stellenbosch:
Hot wining and dining
Stellenbosch’s culinary scene is buzzing with new dining options, offering an array of flavours and atmospheres to suit every palate. Among the newest additions are De Vier, Hoseki at Delaire Graff Estate, Rykaarts at Longridge Wine Estate, VUUR Restaurant (trendy fire cooking), Wijnhuis Restaurant, Lievland Café, and the latest addition to the culinary scene – Melfort at Annandale Wine Estate.
“Another exciting initiative is Onderstok, a group of elite Stellenbosch chefs working together to sharpen their competitive edge and to lift the creative energy of Stellenbosch’s food offering, making Stellenbosch the true heartland of gastronomy,” adds Momberg.
Live music and entertainment
Stellenbosch’s vibrant music scene continues to thrive with live performances and special events. Enjoy First Friday at Cavalli featuring a set menu and live music or unwind with Sunday evening sessions at Petites Bulles and Delheim’s Cheese Fondue Sundays with live music.
New wine tasting rooms & pairings
Wine enthusiasts will be delighted by the new wine tasting rooms that have opened across Stellenbosch. Notable new spots include Stellenbosch Reserve, Winshaw Vineyards, Grangehurst, Deux Frere, Lievland Vineyards, Kaapzicht and Joubert Family Wines.
Creative new pairings include Alto’s Wine & Winter Canapes, Ernie Els Wines’ wine and canape tastings, Blaauwklippen’s wine and honey gummies, Warwick’s Lakrids and wine pairing and Spier’s Sip & Soup. Van Ryn’s Brandy Distillery is another hot stop for brandy and chocolate pairing tastings.
Exclusive winemakers dinners
The wine and culinary capital of South Africa offers exclusive winter winemakers dinners (and a few lunches) hosted by Stellenbosch’s top winemakers at renowned local restaurants.
“These intimate events offer a unique opportunity to savour expertly paired dishes with exceptional wines, providing a truly special culinary experience,” says Momberg.
Winemakers dinners will be hosted at:
- 30 & 31 July: Weltevreden Estate is hosting a Bertha’s Wine Dinner with chef Cornelle Minnie on 31 July and a Winemaker’s Dinner at Bertha’s Wine Bar on 30 July
- 1 August: Blaauwklippen is hosting a 5-course lunch and wine pairing with winemaker Narina Cloete
- 16 August: Dusk is hosting Aslina Wines
- 25 August & 29 September: Spier will host a Shiraz Exploration Dinner (25 August) and Legacy By Vintage event (29 September)
Warm up in the outdoors
The Blaauwklippen Wine Trail offers an 8.5km trek through picturesque vineyards, including tastings at Dornier and Stellenzicht. For a unique water experience, visitors can try trendy eFoiling at Devonbosch Dam.
“Our exclusive Stay and Play winter deals on accommodation and experiences make it easier than ever to enjoy all that Stellenbosch has to offer without breaking the bank,” says Momberg.
Plan your itinerary today at www.stayandplay.visitstellenbosch.org. and follow Visit Stellenbosch on Facebook and Instagram.
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