Franschhoek Life May 2022/June 2022

https://lecoinfrancais.co.za/ LE COIN FRANÇAIS Guided by internationaly, award-winning chef and restaurateur, Darren Badenhorst, Le coin Français is a restaurant that truly embodies the essence of the Franschhoek Valley in heritage, cuisine and wine. Even in the name, Le coin Français literally means “Franschhoek’’ in French! The restaurant has won multiple awards over the years including the EatOut Top 20 Mercedes-Benz Award and World’s 50 Best Discovery, just to name a few. The 24-seater dining room is simple and elegant with high ceilings, a cozy fireplace, romantic lighting and a featured spiral staircase which creates an atmosphere that sets the tone for a long, intimate dining experience to celebrate any occasion. Both the Chefs Journey and Tasting menu feature cutting-edge methods combined with time-tested French elegance and a beautifully curated wine list showcasing…

There is something about an old vine. Something mysterious, intangible but unmistakably distinctive. Its history interwoven with the soil in which it is rooted, branching out to the farm, the town and the wine region surrounding. In the Franschhoek Valley, these magnificent old vines have helped to forge a reputation of quality and excellence that spans over generations. As vintners of Franschhoek and keepers of this legacy, we pay tribute to these special vines through the Old Road Wine Co. At our home on the old road into Franschhoek, you can taste our highly acclaimed range of wines, grown and produced in this unique Valley. Join us for sundowners on the spacious Anemos Deck with breath-taking views of the Franschhoek mountains, or at the 12 Mile Wine Bar, where visitors can look forward…

KWV’s Cathedral Cellar is celebrating the reopening of its events venue in the heart of KWV, and the brand home of its premium wine series, the eponymous Cathedral Cellar wines. https://mynhardt.co.za/ A historic and architectural showpiece, Cathedral Cellar was built in 1930, and completed with a dramatic barrel-vaulted roof and stained-glass windows giving the impression of a grand cathedral. It is home to an impressive collection of massive wine barrels, with the capacity to hold 12 000 ℓ of precious liquid. The history of the South African wine industry has been intricately carved on some of these, adding an artistic edge to this remarkable space. It was formally opened as a private dining and events space in 2018, under the custodianship of KWV Ambassador Chef, Mynhardt Joubert. It immediately attracted a share…

Mark your diaries for 13-15 May 2022. The FLF is back, bringing together a cross-section of South African and international authors, to inspire, delight, inform and challenge audiences. Taking place in a variety of venues across the village venues, creating a vibrant ambience in the streets, buzzing with book-lovers. The emphasis is on informal discussions and spirited debates between several writers, one-on-one conversations and occasional talks. Starting at 10am, this year’s program is a show stopper and highlights include: Zimbabwean novelist, playwright, and filmmaker Tsitsi Dangarembga. Her debut novel, Nervous Conditions (1988), was the first to be published in English by a Black woman from Zimbabwe and named by the BBC in 2018 as one of the top 100 books that have shaped the world; International bestselling author and winner of the…

DAILY http://www.artintheyard.co.za/ ONCE UPON A PAGE AT AITY GALLERY FRANSCHHOEK A group exhibition. 13 May 2022 – 10 June 2022. Artists free their imaginations and memories by diving into the worlds of literature. Inspired by books, poems, lyrics, and historical writings, this show talks about their stories. ‘Once upon a page’ opens its doors the 13th of May 2022 in Franschhoek, in celebration of the Literary Festival Weekend. INFO www.artintheyard.co.za TUES-SUN https://deuxlions.za.com LUNCH AT DEUX LIONS Deux Lions open for lunch Tue-Sun 12h00-16h30. Reserve your Mother’s Day Harvest Table for Sunday 8th May, includes a welcoming Deux Lions signature cocktail for all Mothers. reservations@deuxlions.za.com BOOKINGS 021 876 3245 FRIDAY http://www.boschendal.com NIGHT MARKET AT BOSCHENDAL Expect live music, fresh farm produce, food stalls and other artisanal stands filled with handmade local products and a beautiful local is lekker vibe. Bring the family, four-footed members are…

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, kicked off the 2022 Alaskan cruise season with Norwegian Bliss from the Port of Seattle. The ship is the first of any cruise ship to visit Alaska this season as well as the first of five Norwegian Cruise Line vessels to cruise The Last Frontier through October 2022. Guests on Norwegian Bliss’ April 23, 2022 sailing are the first of the season to discover the epic sites of the destination. The vessel will provide travellers with immersive experiences through Southeast Alaska, visiting natural wonders including the passage through the 25-million-acre World Heritage Site, Glacier Bay National Park. NCL was granted access to this natural wonder due to the Company’s environmental commitments focused on air emissions, waste and wildlife protection. Other once-in-a-lifetime sites…