WHAT’S ON—EVENTS IN AND

FransChhoeK unCorKed, 16-17 september This multi-faceted celebration takes place on satellite farms throughout the Valley, where

FransChhoeK unCorKed

affords highly esteemed wineries, as well as those smaller hidden jewels, the opportunity to showcase new vintages and releases, coinciding with the onset of spring. All participating wineries are offering tastings of their wines and hosting a range of events on their farms. Tickets available through Webtickets.

DiSCoVeR The SeCReT LiFe oF BeeS in SpRinG - BAByLonSToRen WoRKShop, 13 oCToBeR BaBylonstoren hosts their popular bee workshops when their garden is a-buzzing with Cape honeybees, hard at work foraging for pollen and nectar. their workshop starts with a guided walk through the garden to explore bee favourites, after which they then invite you to suit up and discover the farm’s collection of diverse beehives. the farm’s beekeeper, arné stander, will explain the basics of beekeeping. www.babylonstoren.com/workshops STeLLenBoSCh inAuGuRAL GARDen WeeK, 30 SepTemBeR - 10 oCToBeR south africa’s favourite city of oaks, stellenbosch, is pulling out the stops for gardeners and lovers of the great outdoors in a new, weeK-long Festival that will transform its streets and surrounding countryside. in addition to a host of highlights will be a flower parade on the 30th of september. several installations will be featured by landscapers and local botanical artists. Go to www.visitstellenbosch.org for full programme and pricing.

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Festivals and events Around SA

Karoo Classique – Cap Classique Festival, 17-18 september This September Cap Classique turns 50! And the Karoo Classique wants to celebrate in style. Ticket holders will be entitled to taste many of South Africa’s finest bubbly in the beautiful picturesque Graaff Reinet on both Friday and Saturday afternoons at tasting venues in the town. True Karoo Trading will also host a Karoo market on Saturday morning where ticket holders can enjoy a complimentary glass of Cap Classique. www.greatwineweekends.com/events/ karoo-classique/ bottomless bubbly brunCh at benguela Cove, every sat & sun Benguela is bringing back Bottomless BuBBly BrunCh and there is no better way to start your weekend: enjoy their delicious brunch menu, sip on bottomless bubbly and bask in beautiful surrounds. only R99pp when you order from the brunch menu. Booking is essential, call 087 357 0637 or email info@benguelacove.co.za

sOUTH AFRICAN CONNOI ss EUR 5