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South African Food and Wine
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South African food and wine celebrates the country's rich cultural heritage and our foods takes advantage of the natural gift of seafood, meat, game and plants.

Wine
With 15 different
wine regions across the Western Cape of South Africa, our red and white wines have been earning rave reviews internationally for 300 years. Some of the top estates are located in the Western Cape and offer wine tasting opportunities.


Food
Some of the best traditional food dishes can be tasted at most
cultural villages, or at one of the many African restaurants which can be found across the country. Interesting tastes range from Cape Malay curries to traditional “mielie pap”.
 

You will however also find a whole range of restaurants serving anything off the global menu ranging from Thai food to American hamburgers.

Brandy
Journey through the Brandy Route of South Africa and discover some of the world's finest Brandies, its mysteries and links to South Africa.

Food Experiences
Embark on a journey as you enjoy a unique food experience at various farms. Experiment with different olive varieties, cheeses or for the sweet tooth taste some decadent chocolate. Pick your own berries on fruit farms or go for a tasting of mampoer - part of our heritage.

 

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Stellenbosch Wine Estate, Western Cape