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SUMMARY:Discover Brookdale Bistro with Proe Paarl
DESCRIPTION:Experience a taste of the Paarl Winelands this August. Brookdale Estate invites food and wine lovers to discover its acclaimed Bistro as part of Proe Paarl 2026. \nIf you’re looking for a reason to escape to the Cape Winelands\, August has a lot to offer. From 1 to 31 August 2026\, the third edition of Proe Paarl celebrates Paarl’s food\, wine and hospitality scene\, with nine restaurants on the Paarl Wine Route presenting specially curated menus designed to showcase the region’s culinary talent at exceptional value. \nAmong them is Brookdale Estate\, set against the dramatic Klein Drakenstein Mountains\, where sweeping vineyard views provide the backdrop to a relaxed Winelands dining experience at Brookdale Bistro. \nREAD: THE ULTIMATE VINEYARD STAY IN SOUTH AFRICA \nRecognised with an Eat Out One Star\, The Bistro has become an acclaimed destination for contemporary farm-to-table cuisine\, with Executive Chef Gary Coetzee creating seasonal dishes centred around fresh\, locally sourced ingredients. The menu reflects Brookdale’s philosophy of ‘stay curious’ and naturally\, its food is complemented by the estate’s award-winning wines. \nA Taste of Brookdale with a Curated Menu for Proe Paarl\nThroughout August\, foodies and wine lovers can enjoy a specially created Proe Paarl menu at Brookdale Bistro\, accompanied by a complimentary glass of wine from the Mason Road range. The two- or three-course experience offers a choice of seasonal dishes. Think Saldana Bay Mussels for starters\, Char-Grilled Venison for mains and a Tonka Bean Chocolate Log for dessert (to name a few). \nPriced at R465 per person for two courses or R595 per person for three courses\, the menu offers an accessible way to experience the food\, wine and hospitality that have made Brookdale’s The Bistro a favourite dining destination on Paarl’s foodie scene. \n“Proe Paarl is all about encouraging people to explore their own backyard\,” says Executive Chef Gary Coetzee. “An easy 45-minute drive from Cape Town\, this is a reminder that you don’t need to travel far to enjoy world-class food\, outstanding wines and beautiful scenery.” \nA Winelands Escape Without the Long Journey\nWith spring on the horizon and the vineyards beginning to awaken\, August is an ideal time to visit Paarl. For those based in Cape Town\, it makes for an easy day trip to the Cape Winelands\, while Brookdale Estate also offers the opportunity to turn lunch into a longer escape with a stay at its Manor House. \nWhether you’re planning a wine tasting in Paarl\, a leisurely Winelands lunch\, a weekend getaway or simply looking for somewhere beautiful to play tourist for the day\, Proe Paarl is an invitation to slow down and rediscover one of South Africa’s historic wine regions. \nThink long lunches\, award-winning wines\, seasonal farm-to-table food\, mountain views and the kind of slow travel experience that reminds you that sometimes the best adventures are closer to home. \nProe Paarl Details\nWhat: Brookdale Bistro Proe Paarl MenuWhere: Brookdale Estate\, Paarl\, Cape WinelandsWhen: 1–31 August 2026Two-course menu: R465 per personThree-course menu: R595 per personLunch: Wednesday–SundayDinner: Thursday–SaturdayBookings: Reservations are recommended. \nFor more information about Brookdale Estate\, visit Brookdale Estate. \nFOR MORE EXCITING EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS\, CLICK HERE. 
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LOCATION:Brookdale Estate\, Hawequa Bos Pad\, Klein Drakenstein Road\, Paarl\, Western Cape\, 7646\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:What's On Cape Town
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