The Ultimate Sparkling Celebration is Back: Secure Your Tickets for the 2024 Capitec Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival
As the festive season approaches and with summer in full swing, the Franschhoek Wine Valley is excited to announce the return of its annual sparkling highlight: the Capitec Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival. Set for Saturday, November 30, and Sunday, December 1, 2024, this year’s event, in proud partnership with Capitec, promises to be […]
Franschhoek Bastille 2024 Celebrations Postponed to New Dates: 20th & 21st July
In an urgent update, event organisers, following consultations with disaster and risk management, have been advised to postpone the Iconic Bastille 2024 celebrations to new dates, 20th & 21st July. This decision prioritises guest safety amidst severe weather warnings and anticipated disruptive rain this week. “The decision to postpone was made after careful consideration and […]
Where Service Becomes Therapy
In Africa’s Most Illustrious Wine Valley Fleur du Soleil guesthouse is more than just a nexus of Franschhoek’s gastronomical and oenological hotspots, it’s a paradigm where hospitality and personalized service are deliciously transformative. Renowned for having some of South Africa’s top award-winning restaurants and a legendary wine culture, Franschhoek appeals to those with the most refined […]
Franschhoek Celebrates Bastille 2024: Your Guide to the Festivities
Raise a glass and join in the French revelry as the Franschhoek Wine Valley gears up to host the renowned calendar highlight of Bastille Day. This year’s festival, once again in proud partnership with Prescient, promises the ultimate weekend showcase of the region’s finest wines, artisanal fare, live entertainment and a plethora of activities. Held on […]
Franschhoek announces Bastille 2024 dates & ticket sales now live!
Franschhoek is set to once again dazzle and delight as it gears up for another spectacular Bastille celebration, in partnership with global financial services business, Prescient. Mark your calendars for the 13th and 14th of July 2024, as the Cape’s very own French outpost gears up for a weekend extravaganza of gastronomic delights, exquisite wines […]
La Petite Ferme Celebrates 40 Years!
This year marks a milestone in the history of La Petite Ferme. The award-winning, 5-star luxury boutique hotel and wine estate is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Situated on the slopes of Oliphants Pass and Middagkrans Mountain with unrivalled views across the magnificent Franschhoek Valley, the now legendary La Petite Ferme’s 40-year journey began back in 1984. From humble beginnings ‘the […]
Franschhoek introduces ‘EAT SLEEP DRINK’ initiative in proud partnership with Dineplan
Franschhoek Wine Valley, renowned as South Africa’s culinary capital, proudly announces its EAT SLEEP DRINK initiative in proud partnership with Dineplan. As the name suggests, this is the chance to revel in all three pillars that define the lifestyle offering of this magnificent stretch of the Cape Winelands. For epicureans indulging in the region’s exquisite […]
LA PETITE FERME’S ALL-NEW LUXURY WINERY SUITES
After months of extensive renovations of what was previously an old Wine Cellar, La Petite Ferme’s five, all-new, luxury Winery Suites – like a butterfly emerging in full splendour from its cocoon – opened in December 2023. Nestled on the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains with spectacular views over the valley, the award-winning, luxury boutique hotel and wine […]
Enjoy a December Well Spent with Backsberg Family Wines
This festive season, Backsberg Family Wines invites wine enthusiasts and holiday adventurers to experience a truly exceptional season filled with the finest vintages and delectable cuisine. Backsberg’s Family Tree range is the perfect complement to all holiday cheer, featuring the multi-awarded Smuggled Vines Chardonnay—the perfect companion for summer sipping and all adventures — as well […]