| Dear Paarl Friend The year 2022 is winding down, so what better way to celebrate than with one of the exciting events happening in the Paarl Wine Valley? There are a number of exciting events held in Paarl. No matter what you’re looking for – an adventure, a chilled night out with friends, or some family fun – we have it all. This coming holiday season, we have a number of activities and events planned for you. If you are planning a Xmas lunch or a New Year celebration, now is the time to book. Welcome! We look forward to seeing you soon! |
| La Paris Bistro Every week from Wednesday – Sunday From 12:00 La Paris Bistro launches Bao Bun of the week! Expect a new combination of delicious flavours and textures wrapped in a Bao Bun. Photographed is the mouth-watering Honey & Gochujang glazed Korean Fried Chicken Bao Buns with Smoked Mayo, Carrot & Daikon Slaw, Spring Onion & Coriander. Keep your eyes on their social media pages to find out what the Bao Bun of the week is! Cost: R105 per portion Book your table here: 021 867 0171 or restaurant@laparis.co.za Follow us on Facebook & Instagram @laparisbistro |
| Babylonstoren November Workshops Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms, set at the foot of Simonsberg situated in Simondium, Paarl. It has a fruit and vegetable garden of beauty and diversity, unique accommodation, fine food and wine, and evokes a sense of wellbeing. They hold regular workshops at Babylonstoren to share what they have learned and to also learn from their community. Experts in their fields host these workshops in collaboration with the Babylonstoren team. They’re quite hands-on so you will get to try out the skills, technique or discipline. Starting with a walk through the garden, it is usually a full-day affair with lunch included. Read more…….. |
| Wine Events for the entire family to enjoy! There’s a super fun event on our wine farms for every wine lover. You can look forward to an array of music events accompanied by fine wine and excellent food options. The perfect way to wind down the year and welcome summer in the great outdoors. From sipping wine as the sun sets, to dinner in the vineyard, and live music, these events offer something for everyone in the family. Nederburg Wines Stoep Session – November 2022 to April 2023 Laborie Heritage Estate Evening in the Vineyards – 5 November 2022 Fairview Goatshed Second Friday – Caldera Greek Evening – 11 November 2022 Under Oaks – Music, Food & Wine with Valiant Swart – 19 November 2022 Laborie Heritage Estate Safari Adventure – 19 November 2022 Perdeberg Wines Family Festival – 26 November 2022 Laborie Heritage Estate Galileo Cinematic Night – 26 November 2022 Nederburg Wines – Pieknik & Musiek – 4 December 2022 Read more….. |
Outdoor Fun
| Fairview Goat Run 12 November 2022 Inspired by our natural born climbers, we bring you the Fairview Goat Run on 12 November 2022. An event promising fun and fitness for a good cause! The Goat Run will take place in the morning, while the festivities will kick off at 11h30. You can expect wholesome food from the Goatshed Restaurant, a petting zoo, drinks and much more. As always, this event is about raising funds and giving back to the community. Read more….. Enter here |
| Paarl Golf Club Every day Tee times from 7:00 till 18:00 Come and test your golfing ability on the 27- hole Paarl Golf Club. This hidden gem is centrally situated in the Winelands and have easy access from the N1 freeway. While you here please enjoy all the other services on offer at the club house. From being pampered in our Spa to having a wood fired pizza or freshly prepared sushi. You are spoiled with choices from our Golfing Goat Restaurant with unbelievable views from our newly enlarged restaurant area. Depending on your golf affiliation there are several packages available. We still have our R2 200 for a fourball plus two golf carts special for the festive season. Please phone our offices on 021 863 1140 to book a tee time for you. |
| Le Bonheur Reptiles and Adventures ALL SUMMER 10h30 | 14h00 | 15h00 | 16h00 Crocodile cage diving A thrilling (yet safe) and educational experience – swim with Africa’s apex predator! Facilitated by experienced and passionate guides, this activity serves to bring you close to the African Nile crocodile in the waters where it is king. A Safe fully enclosed pool fitted with 30 mm aquarium-grade acrylic panels underwater and an engineer-specified steel cage above water will allow you to witness the crocs close enough to touch! No diving equipment is needed. Swimsuits only Under 18: R420 2 siblings: R800 Book direct via WhatsApp at 0730741004 Or online: Le Bonheur Reptiles & Adventures – Activities (activitar.com) |
| Star of (southern) Africa Babylonstoren Farm Hotel has just been named as the number one hotel in southern Africa in the 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. The Farm Hotel also ranks 26th on the Condé Nast Traveler list of the Best Hotels in the World for 2022. More than 240 000 Condé Nast Traveler readers cast their votes and shared their recent travel knowledge of the world’s top hotels, resorts, cities, countries, islands, spas, trains, airlines, airports, cruises and more. “We’re delighted to be voted the number one hotel in southern Africa in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards for the second consecutive year! Thank you to everyone who voted and special thanks to our passionate team. Babylonstoren’s hotel sets the scene for guests to ground themselves again and breathe – walks in nature, unhurried meals, sleeping in and spending time with loved ones. There are also many new and exciting attractions for visitors to experience, including our brand-new hot spa. In the month since opening, it’s become a firm favourite with guests,” says Dalené Claassens, Director of Hotel and Hospitality at Babylonstoren. Book your stay at www.babylonstoren.com or email reservations@babylonstoren.com |
