Father’s Day 2024: The best lunches, Sunday roasts and wine tastings in the Cape Winelands.

From lunches to special tastings, here’s our list of the best Father’s Day events in the Winelands to make this day truly unforgettable.

With Father’s Day approaching, we have put together a list of Father’s Day events taking place in the Cape Winelands to make this day special for all the dads out there. Whether you’re looking for a winelands restaurant serving a three (or six) course lunch or an one-of-a-kind tasting to surprise Dad, we’ve got you covered. Take a look at what is to come this Father’s Day 2024.

Stellenbosch

Gentleman’s tea at Lanzerac

It is true that a gentleman enjoys his tea, especially when it’s served warm alongside a generous selection of tantalising savoury and sweet treats. Bring your father to Lanzerac‘s Craven Lounge to share stories and laughter, and engage in an afternoon reminiscing about times past. Let the whiskey’s rich aroma fill the air and allow the afternoon to gradually unfold, enjoying delicacies such as rare roast fillet of beef, mini yorkshire pudding, and classic sourdough braaibroodjies. And for the sweeter tooth, rum and chocolate cupcakes, brandy mousse, and salted caramel roulade are only some of the menu items you can look forward to indulging in.

  • Where: Craven Lounge, Lanzerac, Stellenbosch
  • When: Saturday, 15 June 2024
  • Time: 14h00
  • Cost: R495 per person

Contact discover@lanzerac.co.za to book your seat.

Champagne breakfast at Kunjani

Treat the exceptional men in your life to a delightful morning at Kunjani Wines. With every breakfast booking from 08h30 to 10h30, all fathers will receive a complimentary glass of bubbly. Whether it’s your husband, father, brother, son, friend, or cousin, show your appreciation in style.

  • Where: Kunjani Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: From 08h30

Click HERE to book.

Father’s Day at Cavalli Estate

Celebrate Father’s Day at Cavalli Estate and enjoy a day filled with exquisite cuisine, breathtaking views, and cherished memories. Treat your dad to a delectable 6-course Father’s Day lunch at the contemporary Cavalli Restaurant. After lunch, take a stroll through Cavalli’s art gallery and sporting memorabilia rooms. They have some incredibly rare and unique items, like boxing gloves from Rocky Marciano, Michael Schumacher’s racing helmet, and rugby and cricket uniforms dating back to 1938!

  • Where: Cavalli Restaurant, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R850 per person

Click HERE to book.

Three-course lunch at Alto Restaurant

Join Alto Restaurant this Father’s Day for a delicious lunch menu specially created to celebrate all the wonderful dads. Enjoy a curated three-course menu, plus an amuse-bouche and a palate cleanser. Choose between a selection of starters, including their popular springbok carpaccio or prawn and mussel dish served with garlic cream and chorizo crumb. For the main course, indulge in their rich and flavourful red wine braised lamb shank, grilled line fish, or a special beef sirloin. To end off a spectacular meal, enjoy a vanilla pod crème brûlée or wholesome brandy date pudding.

  • Where: Alto Restaurant, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R425 per person

Click HERE to book.

Lunch and grappa tasting at Gåte at Quoin Rock

Quoin Rock warmly invites you to honour your dad with a bespoke experience crafted to celebrate the essence of fatherhood. Indulge in their exclusive three-course Father’s Day lunch menu, perfectly paired with their finest wines, at Gåte Restaurant. Treat him to an unforgettable culinary experience and a thoughtful gift he’ll treasure forever. And there’s more: Quoin Rock is also offering a complimentary grappa tasting on the day, with all grappa available for purchase at 50% off.

  • Where: Gåte at Quoin Rock, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R1 200 per person

Click HERE to book.

Father’s Day lunch at Muratie Farm Kitchen

Celebrate Father’s Day with lunch at Muratie Farm Kitchen on the serene Muratie Wine Estate in the Knorhoek Valley. Enjoy a hearty three-course lunch with a complimentary glass of Muratie wine. Their tasting room will be open from 09h00, so you could start off your day by sampling their award-winning wines. Or, walk around our farm werf and pop into the MOK Art Gallery.

  • Where: Muratie Farm Kitchen, Stellenbosch
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 12h00
  • Cost: R495 per person

Click HERE to book.

Paarl

Sunday lunch at Perdeberg Restaurant

Treat Dad to an unforgettable Father’s Day lunch at Perdeberg Cellar‘s restaurant. Chef Johan Stander is planning a special two-course menu for the day: Deboned pork neck glazed with honey and mustard, served with potato au gratin, seasonal vegetables and sauerkraut. Dessert is an irresistible classic – malva pudding with vanilla custard and ice cream. Each guest will get a complimentary glass of Lighthearted Sparkling Rosé upon arrival.

  • Where: Perdeberg Restaurant, Perdeberg Cellar, Paarl
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 12h00 – 14h00
  • Cost: R260 per person

Click HERE to book.

Buffet lunch at Mellasat Vineyards

This Father’s Day, treat Dad to a delicious buffet lunch at the Vineyard Bistro at Mellasat Vineyards, surrounded by beautiful vineyards. The spread includes rump steak slices, leg of lamb, BBQ chicken drumsticks, roast vegetables, roast garlic potatoes, curry pasta salad, and more. For dessert, choose between brownies and malva pudding. Lunch costs only R225 per person, and includes one glass of Mellasat wine. What’s more, all dads get a free wine tasting.

  • Where: Vineyard Bistro, Mellasat Vineyards, Paarl
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 11h00 – 15h00
  • Cost: R225 per person

Click HERE to book.

Lunch and exploration at Spice Route

This Father’s Day, head to Spice Route and treat your father to a memorable lunch at one of Wilderer’s two restaurants, La Grapperia or Ristorante Pappa Grappa. To make this day even more special, they’ll be giving all dads a unique “Dad’s Discovery Passport” packed with exclusive discounts and offers from Wilderer Distillery, Spice Route Wines, and more. Book your table now and let them take care of the rest!

  • Where: Spice Route Destination, Paarl
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: From 11h30

Click HERE to book.

Father’s Day lunch at Brookdale Bistro

Celebrate with Brookdale this Father’s Day and enjoy a delicious three-course Sunday lunch in The Bistro at Brookdale Estate. Choose your favourite dishes off their new winter menu and spend the afternoon relaxing near the cosy fireplace or out on the terrace, overlooking their vineyards. In honour of the occasion, Brookdale will treat Dad to a glass of their Mason Road Syrah and a special, homemade take-home gift from their chefs.

  • Where: The Bistro, Brookdale Estate, Paarl
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 12h00

Click HERE to book.

Father’s Day feast at Avondale

Spoil dad and allow him to kick back and relax by bringing the whole family together at FABER at Avondale. This contemporary farm-to-fork restaurant will be serving up a family-style three-course feast for the occasion. Guests will be greeted with the famous FABER welcome of a fresh homemade lemonade and a breadboard, followed by two sharing starters and a plated main with two side dishes. To finish it off, there will be a decadent dessert.

  • Where: FABER Restaurant, Avondale, Paarl
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 10h00
  • Cost: R750 per adult | R350 for children u12

For bookings, email faber@avondalewine.co.za.

Nederburg’s coffee and wine pairing

If you’re looking for something totally out-of-the-box, why not treat Dad to Nederburg Wines‘ coffee and wine pairing? The Brew Tasting comprises a selection of Nederburg’s delicious white and red wines, as well as some top-notch single origin and blended coffees by Freedom Coffee. These are paired with edibles like dried mango, prunes, grapes, white chocolate with nuts and raspberries, dark chocolate, and fatty biltong.

  • Where: The Manor, Nederburg Wines, Paarl
  • When: Daily
  • Time: 09h00 – 16h00
  • Cost: R165 per person

For bookings, email ZA3info_nederburg@heineken.com.

Franschhoek

Sunday roast at Lust Bistro and Bakery

Lust Bistro and Bakery at the historic family-owned Vrede en Lust is hosting a Winter Sunday Roast series this season. And it’s perfect for Father’s Day feasting! Cosy in with a hearty plated Sunday roast for only R295 per person, made from locally sourced seasonal ingredients by the talented executive chef Cass Zülch.

  • Where: Lust Bistro & Bakery, Vrede en Lust, Franschhoek
  • When: Sunday, 16 June 2024
  • Time: 12h00 – 14h00
  • Cost: R295 per person

Click HERE to book.

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