Although it's good to celebrate our love and care everyday, it's Father's Day next Sunday and a wonderful excuse to treat the paternal figures in our lives.
For those with last minute tendencies, here is a saving list of suggestions on how to celebrate, together:
Big shoes to fill? Make a new pair
SHOE-MAKING WORKSHOP IN NOORDHOEK
DIY Craft Bar is hosting a Vellies Workshop this Saturday, 11 June. In 4.5 hours, you will learn how to create your very own Vellies from scratch, selecting the color, detailing, laces and branding, making the pair truly unique. Not only will you walk away with lekker new shoes, but you will score a toolkit too!
TIP: take the new shoes for a spin and walk down to Noordhoek village, where you can indulge in some good food and company together.
Joined at the hip, and by the handle
TANDEM BICYCLE RIDING BY THE PROMENADE
Atlantic Outlook is now offering tandem bicycle riding along the promenade. For the more active dads and dudes, this is a great option to spoil them and get moving along the Sea Point coast. The nifty ride is a great way to explore the Atlantic Seaboard while enjoying the fresh air and sunshine.
TIP: For the water-babies, opt for Tandem Sea Kayaking, and explore the promenade from a new perspective.
No clue what to do? Play detective
ESCAPE ROOM AT THE V&A
Whether you're a competitive group or a brainy bunch, HintHunt is an immersive escape room that will get the team working together. By using the clues, you'll have 60 minutes to solve the puzzle and escape the room! From submarines and shipwrecks, to old hotels and cursed treasures, the 10 themed games are a fun bonding experience to try.
TIP: Located in the V&A's Watershed, HintHunt is surrounded with stalls and food markets, making for a great lunch location too.
Like sand through an hourglass, so are the days of our dads
4X4 DUNE ADVENTURES IN ATLANTIS
Located 45km from the city of Cape Town, you'll find the beautiful Atlantis Dunes - a jaw-dropping location facing Table Mountain. For the adrenaline junkies, this is your oasis: you can quad-bike, sand-board, even try the 4x4 vehicle adventures.
TIP: Make sure you take your camera, it's a great place to take photos too!
An experience from the heART
FYNARTS FESTIVAL IN HERMANUS
Between 10-19 June, Hermanus FynArts Festival will be showcasing an eclectic fusion of arts festival and winter school, for its 10th years! Include a wide range of exhibitions, the Strauss & Co Series of Presentations and Interviews, a range of music and other performances, workshops, demonstrations, food and wine events, there's a lot to explore and is treat for all the creative souls.
TIP: why not maximize leave with the public holiday and enjoy a long weekend in the Cape Overberg?
More wine, less w(h)ine
FATHER'S DAY LUNCH AT THE CELLAR DOOR, JORDAN WINE ESTATE
Crafted by Chef Thys Esterhuysen, enjoy a 3-course meal on Father’s Day at the picturesque Jordan Wine Estate. The event is kid-friendly, offering a customized menu for the little-ones and lots of space to enjoy the outdoors too. After the hearty lunch, take home a bottle of wine, and a homemade Glühwein kit, to keep the winter chills at bay!
Un-beer-lievable braai
FATHER'S DAY LUNCH AT THE 12 APOSTLES
In celebration, dads can look forward to an ice-cold craft beer on arrival, followed by a delectable South African Braai menu created by Executive Chef Christo Pretorius. This 12 Apostles menu offers a selection of braai specialties to suit every dad’s palate will be on offer.
TIP: for the dads that could use a little pampering, take a look at the 12 Apostles Spa.
Distill the best man
GIN MAKING CLASS AT DISTILLERS UNION
Whether you fancy yourself a top-notch bar tender, or simple a loyal taster, you can be both at Distiller’s Union. With their Gin-making and Gin-tasting events, hosted regularly from Thursday to Saturday, you can learn the 'art of alcohol' and custom make a 500ml bottle of gin to enjoy after too.
TIP: while you're there, line your stomach and order pizza from Sweet River Brewery
