Franschhoek Life

https://franschhoek.org.za/ taste A new thought-provoking restaurant concept conceived by Internationally awarded chef duo, Darren Badenhorst and Callan Austin … Dusk opening in September in Stellenbosch is set to challenge all pre-conceived ideas of fine dining. https://duskrestaurant.co.za/ explore The historical town of Paarl with an array of things to do, catering for all ages and dishing up experiences for adventurers, wine enthusiasts, gourmands, nature lovers, historians and those who simply enjoy life. https://paarl-wellington.co.za/ discover Revitalised and reimagined, Backsberg has re-launched their brand, cellar and brand home. Now situated in Franschhoek, wine lovers can enjoy a refreshed portfolio of Backsberg wines from their new tasting facility. https://backsberg.co.za/…

Welcome to Franschhoek Cellar Inspired by over 350 years of winemaking tradition and heritage, Franschhoek Cellar is home to a vibrant and intriguing range of wines including whites, reds, and celebrated Cap Classique, all of which evoke a sense of history. The on-site restaurant, Franschhoek Cellar Kitchen serves delicious café style lunches, locally sourced cheese platters and is open daily. Also on offer is a wide selection of specially curated wine tastings, locally sourced deli goods, and a supervised kid’s playground, which means fun for the whole family! Guests can opt to stay over at one of two luxury cottages, Rose and Protea, the perfect central base from which to explore the Franschhoek Valley and Cape Winelands. Located close to the working cellar and overlooking the breathtaking mountain vistas, a convenient point to…

https://franschhoek.org.za/ Franschhoek Featured in Time’s Annual List of The ‘World’s Greatest Places’ Further to the recent announcement of a rebrand for Franschhoek to the ‘Valley of Dreams’, the celebrations continue with recent news of the town now having made Time Magazine’s prestigious list of ‘World’s Greatest Places’ for 2022. This collection includes 50 destinations from around the world that Time’s correspondents and contributors nominated for exploring on the strength of the destination’s offer of “new and exciting experiences.” This recent accolade arrives at a time where the need for boosting of tourism levels and visitor numbers is at an all-time high, post-pandemic. With Franschhoek on the world map, this inclusion serves as a further reminder and validation of the incredible diversity and quality on offer within the historic valley. South Africans are encouraged to celebrate…

THEATRE ON THE BAY Gloucester Productions presents Edward Albee’s WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF. Celebrating a 60th anniversary production in South Africa! Directed by Sylvaine Strike. 16 September to 8 October, 2022. No-under 13’s. Bookings now open! Theatre on the Bay box-office: (021) 438 3300 Online booking link: https://tickets.computicket.com/event/who_s_afraid_of_virginia_woolf/7192881 EXPAND ART HORIZONS WITH NEW EXHIBITIONS Boschendal and the Norval Foundation have unveiled new exhibitions at the historic farm celebrating unique collections of Southern African art. Throughout winter, Boschendal will host Horizon, a group exhibition showing a century of landscape art selected from the Sanlam Art Collection. Artworks dating back to the early 20th century up to today are on display, including works from Maggie Laubser, JH Pierneef, David Goldblatt and Nita Spilhaus. Experience a guided gallery tour hosted by curators on Saturday 13 August. Entry is…

ALPE D’HUEZ Located high on a plateau in the centre of the French Alps, the vibrant resort of Alpe d’Huez has some of France’s best snow conditions for downhill and off-piste skiing. Alpe d’Huez Grand Domaine is one of the world’s largest ski areas and boasts one of the greatest unbroken verticals in the world – the 16km long Sarenne descent. With more than 250 km of slopes, Alpe d’Huez caters for skiers of all abilities and non-skiers will enjoy the array of non-ski activities to enjoy from yoga, snow hiking, dogsledding and the indulgent Club Med Spa by PAYOT. Groups of friends and couples will love reconnecting within the cosiness of Club Med Alpe d’Huez and the nearly 300 days of sunshine the resort enjoys due to its prime location.…

AUGUST 13 WOMEN’S MONTH CELEBRATION AT BOSCHENDAL An afternoon with like-minded ladies: Style Rotate, Kimon Bisongo, Ncumisa Mkabile, Rukaya Mansoor from SKOON & our Boschendal winemakers Danielle Coetsee & Andiswa Mapheleba, sharing their takeaways of being fierce female leaders. Includes a complimentary glass of bubbly, gallery tour, laughing yoga session and finger food lunch.10h00 R280pp. Cashless bar available. Booking is essential. BOOK reservations@boschendal.co.za https://www.boschendal.com/ AUGUST 27 UNMUTED BY NIK RABINOWITZ AT LEOPARD’S LEAP R400 pp Includes a light supper. 18h30-19h00. Cash bar and Leopard’s Leap wines available. Complimentary drink on arrival. Limited seating. BOOKINGS 082 887 8666 https://franschhoekhospice.co.za/ WED-SUN FRANSCHHOEK THEATRE Subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with the latest showings and events at our theatre. Register and book online at: www.franschhoektheatre.co.za BOOKINGS www.franschhoektheatre.co.za franschhoektheatre.co.za/ AUGUST 13 WINTER TRAIL RUN The Lions Club of Franschhoek are hosting their annual Trail Run at GlenWood Estate. Three distances: 5km,…