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Spice up your winter with a visit to Spice Route Destination. Whether you're in need of some fresh air after being cooped up inside or seeking a cosy day by the fireplace, Spice Route has something to entertain every palate.
Explore Handcrafted Goodies at Brendas:
Warm up this winter with spices from Brendas. Explore their range of spice mixes, including Brendas famous wet curry mix, which boasts 37 different spices for an explosion of flavours. You can also create a personalised blend of herbs and spices for your grinder. Visit Brendas at Spice Route to discover the wonderful world of spices and find unique gifts for the food lovers in your life.
Shop Bespoke Homeware and Gifts at The Trading Co:
Shop The Trading Co.’s curated selection of trendy, colourful, and artsy décor, along with clothing, scarves, and handpicked local jewellery to add sparkle to your winter wardrobe. Don't miss their collection of lovely cotton and mohair blankets, ideal for keeping you warm during the cooler months. Plus, they've just received new stock including plates, bowls, and platters to refresh your tableware.
Indulge in Chocolates at Beyers Chocolate:
Treat yourself to delicious chocolates at Beyers Chocolate or enjoy a Chocolate & Confectionery Tasting for only R60 per person. This includes a selection of five different chocolates and confections expertly crafted by their chocolatiers. Or cosy up with their Espresso Shot Chocolate Slab and a warm cuppa, guaranteed to bring comfort on chilly nights.
Savour Wood-Fired Pizzas at La Grapperia Pizza & Bistro:
Enjoy a variety of wood-fired, thin-crust pizzas, flammkuchen, Eisbein, and platters at La Grapperia Pizza & Bistro. The restaurant offers a relaxing, unpretentious dining atmosphere. Take in the breathtaking panoramic views of the Winelands, stretching as far as the iconic Table Mountain nearly 70 kilometers away.
Experience Exceptional Wines at Spice Route Wines:
Whether you have a seat next to the fireplace or curl up in a cosy corner, there is ample indoor and outdoor seating, ideal for a Saturday and Sunday tasting. Try out the award-winning artisanal small-batch wines from the Swartland region. They’ve also recently introduced a Vinoteque section to their Tasting Room, showcasing a carefully selected range of vintage Spice Route wines available exclusively at Spice Route Destination.
Energise with Pilates at Pilates for Life:
Offering the classic Pilates method by Joseph H. Pilates, alongside customised modifications for individual requirements and conditions, Pilates for Life cater to diverse needs. As the Winelands' inaugural and fully equipped studio, they provide training on all Pilates machines. Step into their therapeutic space, where you can momentarily shed the stresses, anxieties, and demands of the outside world and focus on nurturing your body and mind during the chilly winter months. Bookings are essential.
Snug Up with a Warm Nigiro Tea Cafè Tasting:
Warm up with a varied selection of specialty teas at Nigiro Tea Cafè. Enjoy three teas for only R50, the perfect way to beat the cold.
Discover Farm-to-Table Dining at Jewell's Restaurant:
Join us for farm-to table dining at Jewell's restaurant. Experience not just a meal but a journey through sustainable dining, discovering the harmony between taste, nature and nourishment with every plate. As you dine, bask in the warmth of their fireplace, adding an extra touch of comfort and ambiance to your culinary journey.
Opening Times:
- Spice Route Wines: Open Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm (Tastings conclude at 4 pm)
- The Chocolate Room: Open Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm (Tastings conclude at 04:30 pm and last approximately 20 minutes)
- Brendas: Open Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm
- Nigiro Tea Café: Open Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm
- Jewell’s Restaurant: Open Wednesday to Sunday, 11:30 am to 4 pm
- The Trading Co: Open Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm
- La Grapperia Pizza & Bistro:
- May to September:
- Monday to Thursday: 11 am to 6 pm (last kitchen orders at 5 pm)
- Friday to Saturday: 11 am to 10 pm (last kitchen orders at 8:30 pm)
- Sunday: 11 am to 6 pm (last kitchen orders at 5 pm)
- Pilates for Life: Open Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm