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SPIER LIGHT ART 2021, 19 MARCH - 18 APRIL Once again Spier hosts their muchanticipated night-time adventure for the whole family to enjoy. The third instalment of SPIER LIGHT ART will once again see a dazzling array of interactive artworks using light, sound and video. Entrance to the event is free and the lights are switched on at dusk. www.spier.co.za

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Events and Workshops Around SA

PICTURE CREDIT: COURTESY BABYLONSTOREN AUTUMN DÉCOR FROM THE GARDEN, 31 MARCH 2021, 10AM - 1PM Another unique offering from BABYLONSTOREN: a hands-on workshop celebrating all things autumn by harvesting the farm’s diverse seasonal fl ora to use as home décor. Throughout the 4-hour workshop, guests can learn about the estate’s various autumn produce and how to create their own posy or bouquet. Presented by the oh-so-talented Gundula Deutschländer and Constance Stuurman, the workshop will be followed by a delicious lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant. Cost is R700pp and space is limited. www.babylonstoren.com/workshops

CHOCOLATE WORKSHOPS, ONGOING Acclaimed South African artisanal chocolate company

WINSTON & JULIA has recently launched its very own outlet at Agri-Park in Stellenbosch. In addition to the shop, the new space also incorporates an area for workshops. Here, visitors can experience fun and relaxed classes where they can learn to create their very own chocolate treats. www.winstonandjulia.co.za SUNDOWN SUNDAYS AT DURBANVILLE HILLS, NOW - 28 MARCH While the warm weather is still with us, every Sunday a ernoon DURBANVILLE HILLS will host their popular Sundown Sundays from 3pm-6pm. Just 20 minutes from Cape Town’s CBD, you can end your weekend with live music, views for days, ne wines and early dinner options. www@durbanvillehills.co.za

THE GRANDE ART ESCAPE, 23 - 25 MARCH GRANDE PROVENCE invites both budding and established artists to tap into their creative side together with the talented young artist Alex Zinhanga. Art (and wine) lovers can either enjoy a day class or full weekend package at this luxurious Franschhoek estate. The Grande Art Escape accommodation package includes a 3-day art workshop, 2-nights accommodation at the owner’s cottage with breakfast and light lunch, all for R3800pp or book a day class for R300pp per session. Email events@grandeprovence.co.za to book your classes.

SOIL-TO-FORK: NEW SHARING PLATES

With Executive Chef Allistaire Lawrence behind the pass, THE WERF RESTAURANT AT BOSCHENDAL is greeting the ‘new normal’ of 2021 with a fresh approach to its acclaimed soil-to-fork cuisine. Here, Chef Allistaire is embracing the global trend of sharing plates to showcase the organic produce of this storied Cape farm. Recognising the need for a more accessible, less formal, dining experience, Chef Lawrence has evolved e Werf’s multi-course ne-dining o ering into a relaxed ‘small plate’ experience, tapping into the need for family, food and reconnection. For booking or enquiries, email reservations@boschendal.co.za.

WE LOVE LOCAL

A er the crippling impact that Covid has had on small businesses across South Africa, more than ever, we need to support local. LOUISVALE WINERY in Stellenbosch is on a mission to support and promote local SA brands by allocating them shelf space at the farm’s deli to showcase their products. At the deli, you’ll nd Louisvale’s range of home-made rusks, jams and frozen meals created by executive Chef Kirstie du Toit. Happy shopping! If you would like to include your products or nd out more, visit www.louisvalewine.com.

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The Spice of Life

Happy Birthday, Kaapse Vonkel!

Once upon a time (around 1971) in a galaxy far, far away (Stellenbosch), the first bottle of KAAPSE VONKEL was popped. This iconic MMC was the result of the passion and perseverance of the Malan Family patriarch, Frans Malan. Since then, Simonsig and the Malans have proudly continued the tradition and developed one of SA’s most-loved MCCs. To celebrate half a century in the making, Simonsig has released Kaapse Vonkel’s updated packaging and a new look for the Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar and Satin Nectar Rosé. Here’s to many more, KV! The new bottles are available at www.simonsig.co.za and www.wineofthemonth.co.za. The next time you head to Franschhoek, make sure to try the new restaurant on the block called EPICE. This is the latest venture from the team behind La Colombe, La Petite Colombe, Foxcroft, and Protégé. Are you wondering about the name? Well, the word Epice is derived from the French word épice, meaning spice (and is pronounced eh-peace). You can expect an intimate fine-dining restaurant located at Le Quartier Français, Huguenot Rd, Franschhoek. Epice is headed by chef Charné Sampson (previously sous chef at La Colombe, and features a flavourpacked menu. Go to www.epice.co.za to find out more.