Live Jazz this Friday at Rick's Cafe from 19h00 - 22h00!

We are delighted to have Richard Cock back at Vergelegen to present this entertaining and anecdote-filled talk on conductors. Richard has been a friend of Vergelegen for many years, and is well known not only for his conducting prowess but also having been the host of Starlight Classics at the estate for the past 2 decades.

According to Richard, “Orchestral conductors work by an amalgam of psychology, magic and a storehouse of knowledge about music, people and how to get the best out of a collection of highly trained, highly individualistic, and highly strung people, all thrown together in a powder-keg that is the orchestra!”.

In his entertaining talk, Richard explores the world of the orchestral conductor, the good, the bad and the ugly, and debunks a few myths along the way.   This hour of fun and laughter will provide fascinating insights about the mystical art of conducting. It is not a talk for the faint hearted – probably best ADULTS ONLY!

Guests will meet for a glass of wine on arrival, followed by the hour-long talk in our cozy library (surrounded by 4500 books) and conclude with a wintry 2-course meal at Stables Restaurant alongside the roaring fireplaces. We are determined not to let the winter weather get us down!

Details:
Date: Thursday, 10 July 2025
Time: 18h00
Cost: R695 per person (includes a glass of Heritage wine on arrival, the talk with Richard Cock and a wintry 2-course meal at Stables)

Place: Vergelegen Library and Stables Restaurant

There are dinners—and then there are experiences. Nederburg’s Dinner of Discovery series returns in 2025 with a bold new chapter, inviting guests on an unforgettable exploratory journey of taste, storytelling, and sensory wonder. Set across the expansive and evocative grounds of the historic Nederburg estate in Paarl, this year’s series is centered around curiosity, connection, and culinary exploration.

Inspired by Nederburg’s reputation as South Africa’s most globally travelled wine brand, this year’s edition embraces the spirit of exploration. Curated under the inspired direction of Head Chef Linda Trautmann, the 2025 edition dares guests to—to wander off the beaten path and discover food and wine in places where stories live, shadows dance, and flavours come alive.

This is not a traditional dining experience. Dinner of Discovery invites guests to dine in the unexpected—spaces that transform into stages for immersive, atmospheric storytelling. Without revealing too much, expect an unfolding of the evening—each course a new chapter, each location a new scene. It’s intimate, immersive, and ever-evolving.

Chef Linda’s menu, exclusive to the series, draws inspiration from memory, landscape, and emotion. Using seasonal produce sourced close to home, she creates thought-provoking dishes that evoke warmth, nostalgia, and surprise—each one paired to perfection with Nederburg’s award-winning wines.

Whether it’s the smokiness of an open fire, the richness of a slow-cooked sauce, or the unexpected crunch of something foraged, every flavour is meant to delight the senses and spark conversation.

"Dinner of Discovery is our way of extending what Nederburg represents beyond the tasting room and into the realm of memory and imagination," says Kate Jackson, Nederburg’s General Manager. “It’s not just a food and wine event—it’s a celebration of storytelling, of place, and of the people who bring it to life. We want our guests to walk away with more than a meal—we want them to leave with a sense of wonder.”

What’s Included in Your Ticket:

• Canapés and a welcome wine experience on arrival
• An immersive sensory experience
• A 3-course dinner paired with premium Nederburg wines
• A personalised gift
• An unforgettable evening unlike anything else in the Cape Winelands

Seats are limited—book now to secure your place at one of the Cape Winelands' most unique and memorable dining experiences.

Dates:

25 & 26 July 2025 
29 & 30 August 2025
26 & 27 September 
Arrival Time: 18:30 

Whether you're a returning guest or joining us for the first time, Dinner of Discovery 2025 promises a rich celebration of curiosity, creativity, and cuisine. Join us—and journey through flavour, story, and the heart of Nederburg.

Join us for our Lunch Special – the perfect weekday treat!

Choice of 3 Main Courses
Paired with a glass of Ken Forrester Reserve Wine
Finished with a comforting coffee

All for just R220

Available Monday to Saturday until 31 August.

Book your table now and make lunch the highlight of your day!

Every Wednesday, order any Ramen (any size, any floor) and enjoy a complimentary Mitarashi Dango — on us!

These skewered rice dumplings are lightly grilled and finished with a warm, salty-sweet soy sauce and kinako. Chewy, comforting, and a classic Japanese treat — the perfect little ending to your ramen bowl.

• Wednesdays only!
• Torii open from 12pm, Rooftop & Lounge open from 4pm. Kitchen closes at 10pm!

She dances by the shore… glitter in her hair, rhythm in her soul. Flow like water, shine like sun - it’s International Mermaid Day. Join us on the golden sands of Grand Africa Café & Beach on 29 March.

Saturday, 28 March 2026 | 16h00 - 02h00

Tickets & tables on sale now at paradisco.howler.co.za
Tables & VIP Booking Requests: tables@anythinggoes.co.za

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From Disco To House & Everything In Between!

He met Marmalade down in Old Moulin Rouge… This isn’t just a party. It’s a disco-drenched fever dream.

Join us at the Grand Africa Café & Beach on Saturday, 9 August.

It’s time to gitchie, gitche, ya-ya, here.

Saturday, 9 August 2025 | 18h00 - 02h00

Tickets & tables on sale now at paradisco.howler.co.za
Tables & VIP Booking Requests: tables@anythinggoes.co.za

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From Disco To House & Everything In Between

It’s a cruel, cruel summer - but we’re turning up the heat anyway!  Join us for our official summer season opener at Grand Africa Café & Beach on Friday, 28 November.

The only thing more relentless than the sun? The beat.
Friday, 28 November 2025 | 18h00 - 02h00

Tickets & tables on sale now at paradisco.howler.co.za
Tables & VIP Booking Requests: tables@anythinggoes.co.za

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From Disco To House & Everything In Between

Girls, we just wanna have fun - That’s all we really want - some fun, disco & house on 26 December at the Grand Africa Café & Beach. Get ready to come home in the morning light for this one.

Friday, 26 December 2025 | 16h00 - 02h00

Tickets & tables on sale now at paradisco.howler.co.za | Tables & VIP Booking Requests: tables@anythinggoes.co.za

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From Disco To House & Everything In Between 

In honour and support of our oceans. Dance for the Deep. Protect what moves you.

“We need to respect the oceans and take care of them as if our lives depended on it. Because they do.”
— Dr Sylvia Earle

Join us on this journey, to come together, share the magic of music and to show our support for the ocean.

30% of all ticket sales will go to Mission Blue in support an celebration of the 30x30 agreement.

You also have the option to donate extra in increments of R100 when you check out.

Target 3, colloquially known as “30x30”, specifically calls for the effective protection and management of 30% of the world’s terrestrial, inland water, and coastal and marine areas by the year 2030.

South Africa has signed the Target 3 / 30x30 agreement and many people do not know about it.

Spread the word and support the mission.