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SUMMARY:Helderberg Fresh 2023 - Fine Wine & Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:The fresh green lawns of Lourensford Wine Estate is where you will find foodies and wine enthusiasts on Saturday 25 November 2023\, for the third Helderberg Fresh Fine Wine & Food Festival. \nOver 200 wines will be available for you to swirl\, sip and savour\, while you nibble on gourmet small plates of food prepared by some of the Helderberg’s most talented chefs. \nYour festival ticket includes a wine tasting glass\, tasting of over 200 wines\, as well as the gastronomic extravaganza of offer. Live music will be part of the afternoon’s entertainment. \nThe country’s freshest wines are grouped together stylistically so as to allow visitors to better experience the wide range of vinous flavours whilst local chefs serve fresh and vibrant food to accompany the wines. \nCoffee\, local craft beer and gin are also on offer throughout the day\, whilst live music will entertain and soothe the soul. \nDate: Saturday 25 November 2023 \nTime: 14h00 – 18h00 \nVenue: Lourensford Wine Estate \nPrice: R750 (inclusive wine\, food\, music\, glass\, fun) \nRead More about the event here. \nTickets are available at Quicket or any of the participating wineries
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/helderberg-fresh-2022-fine-wine-food-festival/
LOCATION:Lourensford Wine Estate\, Lourensford Wine Estate \, Lourensford Ave\, Somerset West\, Western Cape\, 7130\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220901T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220930T170000
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SUMMARY:Pink Spring
DESCRIPTION:Spring has sprung\, and so have two new rosés  \nWe’re paying tribute to the arrival of spring in our beautiful valley\, as well as two new release rosé wines from our Heart of the Helderberg collective partners\, Vergelegen and Morgenster. \nOur “Pink Spring” promo is all about pink drinks and tiny finger-food combinations\, and we invite you to taste and tipple at our Hotel & Spa and Golf Clubhouse\, as well as at Vergelegen\, Morgenster and Lourensford. \nCome and find out what all the fuss in the Heart of the Helderberg is about\, as we go pink in September! Here’s\na sneak peek: \n\nErinvale Estate Hotel & Spa\nSip a Pink Toor\, a unique South African whisky\, paired with a delicate Petit Four Platter\, including a berry bonbon\, strawberry macaroon and a pink coconut burfi. Bliss for the tastebuds.\n\nR55 per person\, available at Oak Terrace & Bistro and Magnolia Social Dining Lounge\nEmail: conf@erinvale.co.za | Tel: 021 847 1160 | | www.erinvale.co.za \n\nErinvale Estate Golf Clubhouse\nChoose from the classics – either a delightful Pink G&T or sophisticated glass of rosé to pair with a smoked salmon canapé.\n\nR65 per person\, available at the Golf Clubhouse. Booking is essential for access into the golf estate.\nEmail: reception@erinvale.com | Tel 021 847 1144| www.erinvale.co.za \n\nMorgenster Estate\nA glass of Morgenster’s new release\, the Sangiovese Rosé 2022 awaits\, paired with three bruschetta bites with a twist\, alongside Nocellara & Kalamata olives.\n\nR 55.00 per person\, available at the Tasting Room.\nEmail: tastingroom@morgenster.co.za | Tel 021 852 1738 | www.morgensterestate.co.za \n\nLourensford Wine Estate\nMake a toast to spring with a flute of Cap Classique Brut Rosé and a decadent cranberry and almond Wedgewood bonbon.\n\nR55 per person\, available at the Tasting Room\nEmail: winetastings@lourensford.co.za | Tel: 021 847 2300 | www.lourensford.co.za \n\nVergelegen Wine Estate\nSample a glass of Vergelegen’s newly released Florence Rosé 2022 paired with a delicate\, bite-size meringue\, topped with strawberries.\n\nR55-00 per person\, available at the Tasting Room.\nEmail: info@vergelegen.co.za|Tel 021 847 2111 | www.vergelegen.co.za \nPink Spring runs for the month of September 2022\, and bookings are recommended for the Erinvale Estate Golfclub.
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/pink-spring/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220728T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220728T220000
DTSTAMP:20220707T114114Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Society at Magnolia Social Dining Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Social wine tastings and conversations with winemakers and owners of boutique wineries of the Western Cape. Join us for this informal and sociable tasting and dining experience every last week of the month. \n\nDate: Thursday 28 July 2022​​\nTime: 18h30 – 21h30\nVenue: Magnolia Social Dining Lounge\n\nWine Estates at our June event will be: \n\nMulderbosch Vineyards\, Stellenbosch\nVrede en Lust Wine Estate\, Franschhoek\nRickety Bridge Winery\, Franschhoek\n\nA bespoke and personal experience. Guests will have the opportunity to interact socially with the winemakers\, getting to know their journey and wines\, whilst having a sociable dining experience of Chef Stefan’s small plates cuisine. \nR340 per person includes our Small Plate Menu plus tasting of 9 wines. \nVoucher tickets available at https://erinvale.gft.cloud/ 
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/wine-society-at-magnolia-social-dining-lounge-2/
LOCATION:Erinvale Hotel and Spa\, Somerset West\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220707
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SUMMARY:Heart of the Helderberg Winter Warmer Offer
DESCRIPTION:Chefs at Erinvale\, Lourensford\, Morgenster and Vergelegen estates in Somerset West have combined their culinary talents with winemakers’ recommendations to offer an array of classic soup\, cheese\, bread and wine pairings this winter. The cooler season specials are the latest initiative by the Heart of the Helderberg collective. \nThe delicious\, value for money pairings are ideal for a relaxed date\, or simply for gathering  friends and family together in convivial surroundings. The pairings will be available from 1 July to 31 August. \nVergelegen Wine Estate\nThe relaxed ambience of the tasting room at Vergelegen is the perfect location to enjoy a whole baked creamy camembert cheese with honey and nuts\, served with delicious home-baked bread and two glasses of Vergelegen Premium Shiraz or Chardonnay. The cost for two people is R170. The tasting room was recently upgraded with working log fireplaces\, ensuring a cosy atmosphere. \nContact: www.vergelegen.co.za | Tel 021 847 2111 | info@vergelegen.co.za \nErinvale Hotel and Spa\nThree classic soups\, each served with a glass of Lourensford Classique Merlot\, are on offer at the Oak Terrace bistro and the Magnolia social dining lounge. Choose from creamy tomato soup with whipped feta and herbs\, served with toasted cheese rolls for R95; butternut and celeriac soup with freshly baked bread\, R85; and coconut chicken broth with shiitake mushrooms\, noodles\, lemon grass and tofu for R105. No reservations are required. \nVIEW MENU \nContact: Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa | Tel 021 847 1160 | conf@erinvale.co.za | www.erinvale.co.za \nErinvale Golf Clubhouse\nChoose from three tasty soups\, inspired by Indian\, Portuguese and British cuisine. \n1) Mulligatawny curry soup with lentils\, sweet potato\, chickpeas and naan bread paired with a glass of Vergelegen Sauvignon Blanc\, R110.\n2) Caldo verde\, a traditional Portuguese green soup with chorizo\, potato and kale\, topped with a cheese croûte\, served with a glass of Morgenster Cabernet Franc\, R110.\n3) Hearty beef soup with cannellini beans\, served with sourdough bread and accompanied by Lourensford The Dome Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot\, at R125.\nBooking is essential to allow access into the golf estate. \nContact: reception@erinvale.com | Tel 021 847 1144 | www.erinvale.com \nLourensford Wine Estate\nThe Tasting Room pairs the estate’s flagship wines with palate-pleasing\, belly-warming soups. Chrysalis white blend accompanies creamy chicken soup; Limited Release Chardonnay is perfect with creamy mushroom soup; The Limited Release SMV matches biltong soup; and Noble Late Harvest is a fine choice with orange and butternut soup. The cost is R150 per soup and wine.\nThis offer is for a minimum of two guests\, with 24 hour advance booking essential. \nContact: winetastings@lourensford.co.za | Tel 021 847 2300 | www.lourensford.co.za \nThe Coffee Roasting Company coffee shop at Lourensford is offering a soup of the day\, with a pretzel stick\, for R55. Millhouse Kitchen is also offering a soup of the day with a glass of Lourensford Flower Collection white or red wine\, R65. \nMorgenster Estate\nChannel the Italian sunshine this winter with a delectable Italian platter for two. This features a seasonal soup\, a selection of Italian cheese and charcuterie\, pomodoro and mozzarella\, olives\, extra virgin olive oil\, balsamic vinegar and baguette.\nThe price for two\, including two glasses of Tosca\, the estate’s Super-Tuscan style blend\, is R325. Available at the tasting room from Monday to Sunday\, 09:00 to 17:00. \nContact: www.morgensterestate.co.za | Tel 021 852 1738 | tastingroom@morgenster.co.za \n  \n 
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/heart-of-the-helderberg-winter-warmer-offer/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220619T123000
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SUMMARY:Fine-dine at Stefan's for Father's Day Lunch
DESCRIPTION:For Dads with a more refined taste\, treat him to our five-course fine dining lunch option this Father’s Day 19 June 2022. Enjoy a 5-course lunch Stefan’s for only R595\, including a glass of bubbly on arrival and a bottle of wine for dads to take home! \n\nDate: 19 June 2022\nVenue: Stefan’s Restaurant\nTime: 12h30 for 13h00\nCost: 5 Course Lunch at R595 pp\nWelcome glass of bubbly on arrival\nBottle of wine gift for Dad\n\nClick here to view the menu \nContact us now to book your spot: conf@erinvale.co.za
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/fine-dine-at-stefans-for-fathers-day-lunch/
LOCATION:Erinvale Hotel and Spa\, Somerset West\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220619T123000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220619T160000
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SUMMARY:Father's Day Lunch at Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something special to give Dad this Father’s Day?\nSave him a seat at our family-friendly lunch event on Sunday\, 19 June. We’ll have welcome drinks at the ready along with a hearty buffet lunch featuring all of his favourite foods. \nAs for entertainment? Man With Music is guaranteed to get your toes tapping. \n\nWelcome craft Gin & Tonic on tap\nABRU’s Vintage cars on display\nABRU Craft beers available from our mobile Landy\nLive music\n\nDate: 19 June 2022\nVenue: Camphor Ballroom\nTime: 12h30 for 13h00\nAdult Cost: Buffet R455 pp \nYes\, kids are welcome! The cost is R145 per child under 12 years old. Kids under 5 dine for free. \nFinding something really great for Father’s Day isn’t as hard as you think! \nContact us now to book your spot: conf@erinvale.co.za
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/fathers-day-lunch-at-erinvale-estate-hotel-spa/
LOCATION:Erinvale Hotel and Spa\, Somerset West\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220615T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220615T220000
DTSTAMP:20220526T130612Z
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SUMMARY:Lourensford & Millhouse Kitchen Chrysalis pairing
DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand\, the next Lourensford-Millhouse Kitchen wine pairing dinner is set for 15 June 2022. \n\n\n \n\n\nFeatured are the flagship Chrysalis White and Red wines\, with a few extra treats during the evening. Chef Gustaaf will pull out all the stops in a 5 course dinner\, showing the best of these unique and versatile wines while Cellarmaster Hannes Nel will inspire you with the mystique behind making them.
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/lourensford-millhouse-kitchen-chrysalis-pairing/
LOCATION:Lourensford Wine Estate\, Lourensford Wine Estate \, Lourensford Ave\, Somerset West\, Western Cape\, 7130\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220603T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220603T220000
DTSTAMP:20220530T144812Z
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SUMMARY:Stefan's & Lourensford Wine Pairing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of fine food and award-winning wine at Stefan’s – Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa’s signature restaurant. \nChef Stefan Bekker joins forces with Lourensford Cellar Master Hannes Nel to prepare a gastronomic 7-course menu expertly (and exquisitely) paired with beautiful wines from Lourensford’s cellar. \nThis delicious masterclass in food and wine pairing includes dishes like: \n\nGrilled Sea Bass\, Tigers Milk\, Fennel\, Nori Tuile\, Chili\, Citrus – Chrysalis White Blend 2017\nSpringbok Fillet\, Rooibos Jus\, Carrot\, Ginger\, Confit Sweet Potato\, Lamb Rib Pommes\, Smoked Oil – Chrysalis Red Blend 2016\nChocolate Textures\, Macha\, Blood Orange – Lourensford Kurkbos Port 2015\n\nAll perfectly plated and served in front of Stefan’s roaring fire. Just the way to spend a winter’s evening in the Winelands. \nDate: Friday\, 03 June 2022\nTime: From 6pm\nCost: R710 per person (includes a 7-course meal paired with Lourensford wines) \nClick here to view the menu \nTo Book: Please purchase a voucher to attend the event at https://erinvale.gft.cloud/
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/stefans-lourensford-wine-pairing-evening/
LOCATION:Erinvale Hotel and Spa\, Somerset West\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220526T183000
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SUMMARY:Wine Society at Magnolia Social Dining Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Social wine tastings and conversations with winemakers and owners of boutique wineries of the Western Cape. Join us for this informal and sociable tasting and dining experience every last week of the month. \n\nDate: Thursday 26 May 2022​​\nTime: 18h30 – 21h30\nVenue: Magnolia Social Dining Lounge at Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa\nGlass of Method Cap Classique on arrival from L’Ormarins\n\nWine Estates at our May event will be: \n\nTerra del Capo\, Franschhoek\nBlack Oystercatcher Wines\, Cape Agulhas\nDoolhof Wines\, Wellington\n\nA bespoke and personal experience. Guests will have the opportunity to interact socially with the winemakers\, getting to know their journey and wines\, whilst having a sociable dining experience of Chef Stefan’s small plates cuisine. \nR340 per person includes small plates dinner and tasting of nine wines. \nVoucher tickets available at https://erinvale.gft.cloud/ 
URL:https://heartofthehelderberg.co.za/event/wine-society-at-magnolia-social-dining-lounge/
LOCATION:Erinvale Hotel and Spa\, Somerset West\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Wine & Dine
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