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xtreme cuisine in hermanus

In preparation for the annual Walkerbay Xtreme Festival in 2019, 10 restaurants were challenged to come up with an XtremeCuisine menu and they answered in style! Running from 12 December to 9 January in Hermanus, make sure you take a look at what these amazing restaurants came up with for an Xtreme food experience.

For more information: http://www.walkerbayxtreme.com/xtreme-cuisine-has-landed-in-hermanus/

Christmas Market – Gansbaai

Visit the Christmas Market in Gansbaai on 23 December those last-minute gifts. Everything from home- baked goods to interesting arts and crafts.

Christmas Markets in the Winelands

For festive markets, carols by candlelight, sparkling decorations and all the magic that a warm South African summer Christmas can bring. To make sure you and your family have a merry memorable time in the winelands, here’s a round-up of 15 of the 2018 holiday season events and attractions in the different wine routes you can’t miss. http://goto.capetown/article?ArticleID=b10cKR-GQ4

Carols by Candelight, Gansbaai Harbour

Everybody is welcome to join in on the Christmas spirit in the Gansbaai Harbour. A night of Christmas Carols by candle light. Please bring your own chair. Candles will be provided.

For more information: https://xplorio.com/gansbaai/carols-by-candle-light/

Christmas Eve dinner / Christmas Day Lunch at Dash

Enjoy a sumptuous six-course Christmas Eve Dinner or a six-course Christmas Day Lunch at Dash Restaurant. To take a look at the menu and for more information, visit: https://newmarkhotels.com/offers/christmas-eve-dinner/ / https://newmarkhotels.com/offers/christmas-lunch/

Christmas Lunch-Chef's Table at NH Lord Charles Hotel

Join Chef Henrico for a special Chef’s Table lunch at Garden Terrace Restaurant. Offering a sit-down main course to enjoy as a family, to go with selected starters and dessert buffet. Welcome, drinks on arrival at the Restaurant.

For more information: 021 855 1040

Christmas Lunch, President Hotel

The President Hotel, set on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean will be serving up a scrumptious Christmas three-course menu of which can be paired with a glass of notable South African wine, curated gin or a local favorite craft beer. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival and live entertainment, whilst spending time with family and friends in the most serene location in the city. With dedicated kids’ activities and play areas, parents can enjoy some much-needed leisure time around the sun-drenched pool deck while the little ones are entertained at the hotel playground under the watchful eye of a dedicated childminding team. Booking is essential.

NEW YEAR’S EVE

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Ginja

Enjoy a buffet starter, plated dinner and buffet dessert at Ginja this NYE. To download the menu and for more information: https://newmarkhotels.com/offers/new-years-eve-dinner/

NYE V&A Waterfront

End 2018 in spectacular style with a New Year’s Eve celebration like no other at the V&A Waterfront.

On New Year’s Eve, local performers and the floats from the Cape Town Carnival will entertain visitors in the lead up to a spectacular midnight fireworks display brought to the public by the V&A Waterfront and the City of Cape Town. Little ones will also be catered for, and they can expect to encounter playful characters around the Kids Ahoy playground (near the Victoria Wharf Food Court) from 5 pm.

The V&A Amphitheatre will be lit up from 7:30 pm and will host entertainers throughout the evening. Amphitheatre entertainment will end soon after the fireworks display.

For more information: https://www.waterfront.co.za/events/va-waterfront-new-years-eve-celebration/

NYE The President Hotel

The President Hotel invites visitors and locals to wind down 2018 in style, and enjoy the amazing sea and mountain views of Bantry Bay. Ease into the end of year bash by soaking up the summer rays poolside whilst sipping on signature sundowners, and indulge in a spectacular three-course gourmet buffet with local DJ entertainment to keep you celebrating till the clock strikes midnight.

Guests can fill their plates with a wide range of starters, antipasti, cold meats, artisanal cheese, and bread, as well as hot buffet delights. A mouthwatering carvery selection will be up for dinner, which guests can enjoy before diving into desserts such as sticky toffee pudding and lemon glazed posset. Pair the meal with local curated gin, craft beer or signature South African wines at an additional cost and bring your family with to come and enjoy.

For more information: https://presidenthotel.co.za/

NYE Hazendal Estate

Ring in the New Year, Great Gatsby style at Hazendal Estate in Stellenbosch. Enjoy a four-course meal prepared by Head Chef, Michelle Theron, while enjoying a live swing band. Count down to 2019 in style, with a surprise or two thrown in for good measure.

For more information: www.hazendal.co.za

NYE Radisson Blu, Foreshore

Harald’s Bar & Terrace at Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Foreshore presents Hawaiian Rooftop New Year’s Eve Party with Veuve Clicquot.

With Rooftop views of Cape Town and Table Mountain – Live DJ, Welcome Drinks, Loads of Hawaiian inspired canapes, Chargrilled Braai Tapas, Delectable Summer Desserts, and Complimentary Bubbles at Midnight come and enjoy the new year with Park Inn Hotel.

Cost: R895 per person. Book a VIP table for 6 people for R1000.00 and receive a bottle of spirits and mixers free. (excludes ticket)

For more information: info.capetown@parkinn.com or +27(0)214274800

NYE Party at Die Dorphuis, Calitzdorp

Ring in the New Year at Die Dorphuis in Calitzdorp in the Garden Route & Klein Karoo! Bring and braai with a bar on site. Music by Annarie.

For more information: Contact: Daniel Boegli 044 2133453 / 072 0206 306 / info@diedorpshuis.co.za or diedorpshuis@gmail.com

New Year’s Eve at Le Pommier

Celebrate the arrival of 2019 at Le Pommier with good friends, a relaxed atmosphere, great food and excellent live music. Book now! Spitbraai & live band @R395 per person; children under 12 @R150.

For more information: 021 885 1269

Kinky Summer NYE Festival, Franschhoek

Kinky Summer takes place outside the city in a lush paradise… expect a place where imagination and whimsical delight are cherished and nurtured. New Year’s Eve is a sacred celebration here, and there will be dancing, love, and light.

Website: kinkysummer.co.za

Delvara Farm, Stellenbosch

A great family-friendly option for the more active among you. Bring picnic baskets and walking shoes and enjoy the full moon on a beautiful hiking trail through the vineyards. The main route is 9,75km, but farm vehicles are available to transport children and elderly hikers to the start of the shorter 4,5km route at the famous Pepper Tree from where it will take about 30 minutes to the top.

Website: dirtopia.co.za

Benguela Cove, Somerset West

Dress smart for Nenguela Cove’s sophisticated New Year’s Eve party. Dance the night away under the stars while feasting on delicious platters and canapes. A DJ and cash bars will be available to greet 2019 in style. Enjoy a glass of their newly released MCC at midnight, to toast 2019 and all it will bring.

Website: benguelacove.co.za

Are you hosting a Christmas lunch/dinner or NYE party? Let us know at: info@wesgro.co.za and we will help spread the word.