Cape Town is recognized as one of Africa’s highest-ranked food destinations. From family-friendly restaurants to fine dining, the Mother City offers an extraordinary variety of experiences for every palate. With a growing tourist industry, our restaurants are increasingly attractive and deserving of inclusion in any tourist itinerary.
While Cape Town's 3,400 restaurants offer an incredible variety of cuisine, many visitors are now looking beyond the city itself in search of memorable food experiences to combine exceptional dining with spectacular surroundings.
There are select Cape venues that offer seasonal meals and an atmosphere that can only be fully appreciated in winter.
From Stellenbosch to Hermanus, Franschhoek to the West Coast, we have selected gems ready to be explored and enjoyed in the Cape Winters 'secret season'.
- Vuur: On the menu is their 7-course meal, cooked entirely using an open fire, with the option of a 5-wine or 6-wine pairing. Indulge in the delicacies while taking in beautiful Stellenbosch views. Our guests rave about the experience - we imagine that you will too.
- West Coast Mussels: Delight in a meal of fresh mussels and oysters, while sipping on champagne on the west coast. The mussels and oysters are farmed on the property and prepared in a boma around fire, so our guests can enjoy the gorgeous scenery while keeping warm by the fire.
- Hemel en Aarde: Enjoy a fabulous wine tasting and lunch at Creation Wine Estate (or any of the gems in the Hemel en Aarde Valley).
Most winelands restaurants have indoor seating and fireplaces, adding the extra touch to their seasonal meals and tasting experiences.
While these destinations are accessible by road, being flown by helicopter will elevate the experience and turn it into something memorable, while saving precious travel time and avoiding heavy traffic. What might otherwise be a full-day journey becomes a seamless part of the adventure, bringing some of the Cape's most sought-after dining experiences within easy reach.
Travelling on one of our Airbus helicopters is the ultimate fly-in gourmet experience for any food lover to check off on their bucket list.
Combining the iconic bird’s-eye view of Cape Town and beyond, with the best seasonal dishes is highly recommended and an opportunity to reach distant landmarks, leaving behind long drives and traffic concerns.
