Treat yourself to a tantalising Hippolytas Chocolate and Wine Pairing at Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate. This exquisite experience combines our award-winning wines with delightfully sweet handmade chocolates, crafted to captivate your senses.

Savour the perfect harmony of flavours as each wine is expertly paired with unique chocolates, set against the picturesque backdrop of our estate, leaving you eager for more.

Estate Sauvignon Blanc
White chocolate shell with white chocolate ganache infused with gooseberries and a hint of sea salt.

Estate Chardonnay
Milk chocolate shell with caramel and a peach-vanilla bean white chocolate ganache.

Estate Collage
Milk chocolate shell with rooibos and raspberry ganache.

Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
54% dark chocolate shell with blackberry caramel

*Subject to change and availability

This Valentine’s Day, Fish Eagle Café at Crocworld Conservation Centre invites you to an evening designed for romance, connection and unforgettable moments.

Join us on Saturday, 14 February 2026, for our Valentine’s Day Romantic Dinner & Dance, where gourmet dining meets smooth jazz and a touch of wild adventure.

Guests can look forward to:

• A complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival
• A gourmet 3-course dinner
• Live smooth jazz by Jerry Kunene
• An evening crocodile talk and feeding at 7pm
• A roving photographer throughout the evening
• A Best-Dressed Couple Competition with fantastic prizes

The café will be styled in a red-and-white Valentine’s theme, with attentive service adding to the atmosphere. A Best-Dressed Couple Competition will also run during the evening, with prizes including wine, chocolates and Crocworld entry tickets.

Date: Saturday, 14 February 2026
Time: 6pm – 11pm
Cost: R325 per person

Bookings essential: 039 976 1103

Email: fisheagle@cbl.co.za

Limited seats available - advance booking is essential.

A thoughtfully curated journey, from the first course to a sweet ending.

This Valentine’s Day, join us for an evening where each dish is designed to be enjoyed, unhurried and unforgettable. 

Valentine’s Day | 14 & 15 February 2026

Set Dinner Menu | R1 200 per couple

Limited Seating available | Bookings Essential: 032 946 129 | info@fiammagrill.co.za

A Dolce Vita Long Table Experience in the Quoin Rock Vineyards

Join us for an unforgettable Harvest Celebration at Quoin Rock, where wine, flame and season come together in a luxurious long table experience set amongst the vineyards.

Nestled in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands, the Harvest Celebration Long Table Experience invites guests to slow down and indulge in the romance of harvest. Long communal tables stretch through the vines as seasonal gourmet dishes are prepared over open flames, celebrating meat on fire, artisanal techniques and bold harvest flavours. Each course is thoughtfully designed around the wines and the land from which they come.

With exceptional wines, live music and sweeping views of the Simonsberg, this is a celebration of abundance, togetherness and the art of living well.

Event Hightlights:

Out of This World Vineyard Setting
A luxurious long table experience set amongst the Quoin Rock vineyards, framed by the Simonsberg and the Knorhoek Valley.

Seasonal Gourmet Dining Experience
A harvest menu curated by Chef Edmund, designed around the wine and vines, featuring premium meats prepared over open fire alongside seasonal accompaniments and generous shared plates.

The Art of Meat on Fire
An elevated braai experience celebrating flame kissed meats, slow cooked textures and harvest driven flavours.

Curated Wine Selection
A thoughtfully selected range of Quoin Rock and Knorhoek wines served throughout the evening, each chosen to complement the menu and the season.

Live Entertainment
Live jazz and curated entertainment creating an elegant yet relaxed harvest atmosphere.

Vineyard Journey
Scenic Jeep transport through the vineyards at golden hour, adding to the sense of occasion.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, 26 March 2026
Time: 17:30 to 22:00
Venue: Quoin Rock Wine Estate, Stellenbosch

Tickets:
Harvest Celebration Long Table Ticket: R4,000 per person | Includes:

Vineyard Jeep experience
Welcome drinks on arrival
Seasonal gourmet long table dinner
Wine pairing throughout the evening
Live entertainment

Dress Code:

All White
Guests are invited to dress in all white to reflect the elegance of the vineyard setting and the spirit of a refined harvest celebration. Comfortable footwear is recommended.

Additional Information:

This is an outdoor evening experience
Seating is communal at long harvest table
Dietary requirements must be communicated in advance
Tickets are limited and sold on a first come, first served basis

Purchase Tickets HERE

A night designed for romance, flavour and unforgettable moments. 

Join us at Waves Restaurant at Blaauwberg Beach Hotel this Valentine’s Day for an intimate evening by the sea, featuring a crafted welcome drink, a beautifully curated set menu and live entertainment to set the mood.

From freshly shucked oysters and seared tuna to open-fire grilled beef fillet and a roasted fig soufflé finale, every course is thoughtfully prepared to celebrate love in all its forms.

R695 per person
Bookings are essential.

Reserve your table and make this Valentine’s one to remember. 

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a romantic set menu at only R495 per person, plus a complimentary cocktail & fresh breadbasket on arrival.

Make it magical with stargazing!

Enjoy an unforgettable telescope-guided stargazing experience, viewing planets and the night sky in breathtaking detail.

Picnic Packages Under the Stars:

R680 per couple – Stargazing tickets, a gourmet picnic box to share & a bottle of house wine
R2500 per couple – B&B Overnight stay, picnic under the stars & stargazing experience!

Limited space available – book early for 14 February

On 14 February 2026 at 18:30, let an evening of candlelit intimacy and refined flavours set the stage for cherished moments. A specially curated Valentine’s menu celebrates love with every thoughtfully prepared course, creating an experience as unforgettable as the company you keep.

Reserve your Valentine’s table today and savour a romantic culinary journey like no other:

+27 21 819 2000 | restaurants.capetown@tajhotels.com

R1,250 per person | Includes:

• A bottle of bubbly per table
• A welcome drink on arrival
• A red rose for each lady
• A 20% off J Wellness Circle spa gift voucher

Enquire now and let love take centre stage this Valentine’s Day.

On 14 February 2026 at 18:30, Mint Restaurant & Wood-Fired Grill sets the scene for a romantic evening, where flickering flames on the terrace meet a thoughtfully curated Valentine’s buffet. An intimate celebration designed to be shared with the one who matters most. 

Reserve your table for a romantic culinary journey like none other:

+27 21 819 2000 | restaurants.capetown@tajhotels.com

R995 per person | Includes:

• A welcome drink on arrival
• Complimentary valet parking
• A red rose for each lady

Enquire now and let love take centre stage this Valentine’s Day.

Get 2 single topping pizza's R175, 3 pizza's for R265 and 4 Pizza's for R345

Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate announces its curated 2026 Valentine’s Day programme, designed for couples, food enthusiasts, and group celebrations. With Valentine’s Day falling on Saturday, 14 February, the estate has expanded its offerings to include luxury weekend stays, bespoke culinary events, and lagoon-based experiences.

A Culinary Showcase at Moody Lagoon Restaurant:

Executive Chef Christo Hatting has developed a sophisticated three-course set menu for the Valentine’s dinner service (18:00 – 21:00). The menu prioritises fresh, local ingredients:

• Starters: Choice of oysters served two ways or deep-fried pork belly with a herb, celery, and strawberry salad.
• Mains: Options include seared Cape salmon on confit garlic mash, rolled beef fillet with fig and cream cheese, or a vegetarian beetroot and rocket salad with caramelised onions.
• Dessert: A sharing canapé platter featuring millionaire shortbread, dark chocolate-covered strawberries, and raspberry cheesecake.

For those preferring daytime celebrations, the estate offers brunch (09:30 – 11:30), a seasonal lunch menu (12:00 – 17:00), and pre-ordered gourmet picnic hampers to enjoy on the lagoon-side lawns.

Luxury Waterfront Accommodation:

To accommodate the expected surge in weekend travel, Benguela Cove offers exclusive villa rentals. These architectural homes sit directly on the water’s edge, providing guests with hot tubs, private pools, high-end amenities, and immediate access to the vineyards. The collection includes intimate spaces for couples and five-bedroom villas suited for "Galentine’s" groups.

Vineyard and Lagoon Experiences:

The estate’s Tasting Room is open daily from 09:30 to 21:00, offering specialised wine tastings, pairings and cellar tours. Visitors can book a Vineyard Safari to explore the cool-climate terroir or explore the curated Seasonal Courtyard Market, with scenic views of the Palmiet mountains and Bot River Lagoon. 

"Valentine’s Day 2026 offers a unique opportunity for a full weekend retreat," says the estate management. "By combining our award-winning cool-climate wines with luxury onsite accommodation, we provide a seamless experience for guests to celebrate without leaving the estate."