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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. 
URL:https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/event/discover-brookdale-bistro-with-proe-paarl/
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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SUMMARY:Women's Month Sunday Lunch at Reverie Social Table with Olifantsberg Wines
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Women’s Month with an unforgettable afternoon of exceptional food\, award-winning South African wine and meaningful conversation at Reverie Social Table in Cape Town on Sunday\, 2 August 2026. \nAs part of an exclusive Women’s Month Sunday Lunch Series\, chef Julia Hattingh welcomes acclaimed winemaker Elizma Visser of Olifantsberg Wines for an intimate dining experience that honours the remarkable women shaping South Africa’s food and wine industry. \nWith only 16 seats available\, guests can enjoy a beautifully curated three-course seasonal menu featuring signature dishes\, collaborative creations\, freshly baked bread\, surprise treats and expertly paired wines introduced by one of South Africa’s most celebrated young winemakers. \nNamed Tim Atkin‘s Young Winemaker of the Year (2021)\, Elizma Visser is renowned for crafting elegant wines that express the unique terroir of the Breedekloof Valley\, making this an exceptional opportunity for wine lovers to experience her work alongside chef Julia Hattingh‘s refined\, seasonal cuisine. \n \nWomen’s Month Sunday Lunch Event Details\nDate: Sunday\, 2 August 2026 \nVenue: Reverie Social Table\, Observatory\, Cape Town \nFeatured Winery: Olifantsberg Wines \nChef: Julia Hattingh \nPrice: R1 500 per person (including wine pairing) \nBookings: Essential – limited to 16 guests. Email info@reverie.capetown or phone +27 79 060 697. \nIf you’re looking for one of the most exclusive Women’s Month dining experiences in Cape Town\, this intimate Sunday lunch promises memorable flavours\, inspiring stories and outstanding South African wine. \nFOR MORE EXCITING EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS\, CLICK HERE. 
URL:https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/event/womens-month-sunday-lunch-at-reverie-social-table-with-olifantsberg-wines/
LOCATION:Reverie Social Table\, 226A Lower Main Road\, Observatory\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 7925\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:What's On Cape Town
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SUMMARY:The Great Turnabout: An Evening of Portuguese Flavours and Paarl Wines
DESCRIPTION:The Great Turnabout\, a one-night-only Winemaker’s Dinner at The Bistro at Brookdale Estate in the Paarl Winelands\, will see Chef Gary Coetzee and winemaker Xander Sadie swap their usual roles for an informal celebration of the relationship between food and wine. Taking place on 27 August 2026\, guests can expect a blend of storytelling\, laughter\, plenty of kitchen banter and a few surprises as the two share their respective passions from a rather different perspective. \nThe Portuguese-inspired menu draws on Xander’s time working in the cellar at Luis Seabra Vinhos in the Douro\, bringing the flavours and traditions of Portugal to the Paarl Winelands. Each course will be paired with Brookdale Estate wines\, including a selection of Mediterranean-inspired blends. \nThe evening begins with Tabua de Pães\, featuring toasted baguette with sardines\, Bacalhau fritters and marinated roasted red pepper\, paired with Brookdale Sixteen Field Blend 2025. This is followed by Caldo Verde\, a traditional potato and kale soup with grilled chorizo\, served alongside Brookdale Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2024. \nFor the main courses\, roasted line fish (Asado ao Forno de Peixe) is paired with Brookdale Bradbourne Estate Blend 2025\, followed by Arroz de Pato – shredded duck and rice with duck breast smoked over French oak – matched with Brookdale Grenache Noir 2025. \nThe savoury finale is Beef a Portuguesa\, featuring fillet of beef and Brookdale Twenty Field Blend 2025. Dessert takes a decadent turn with Abade de Priscos\, a rich Portuguese-style caramel flan. \nMore than a traditional wine dinner\, The Great Turnabout is designed as an intimate and entertaining evening where the people behind the food and wine take centre stage. With limited seating\, early reservations are recommended. \nFor those wanting to turn the evening into a Paarl Winelands getaway\, accommodation is available at the Manor House at R3 525 per person sharing\, including breakfast. \nThe Great Turnabout Winemaker’s Dinner Details\n📅 Thursday\, 27 August 2026\n📍 The Bistro at Brookdale Estate\, Paarl Winelands\n💰 R1 150 per person\, including wine pairing\n🏡 Manor House accommodation: R3 525 per person sharing\, including breakfast\n🍷 Reservations: Dineplan\n🌿 Brookdale Estate \nFOR MORE EXCITING EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS\, CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/event/the-great-turnabout-an-evening-of-portuguese-flavours-and-paarl-wines/
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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