If pizza and beer make you smile, this one’s for you!

Every Wednesday, Simon’s Bar is serving up a Pizza & Stella Artois Combo for R140.

It’s the perfect midweek treat with friends, family, or even a solo pizza date.

No bookings / We work on a first-come, first-served basis

Available to guests 18+ only / Drink responsibly / T&Cs apply

50% off your venue hire!

Dream Wedding, Half the Venue Hire! Say “I do” at Emily Moon River Lodge this August 2026 and enjoy a 50% discount on venue hire.

As a lodge, renowned restaurant and wedding venue, Emily Moon offers the perfect setting to get ready, celebrate your ceremony, and dine with your loved ones, all in one romantic riverside location.

Only 2 dates are available for this special, so spaces are limited.

Valid for new wedding bookings only / Subject to availability / T&Cs apply

For more information email events@emilymoon.co.za

2-Course Meal at Emily’s Restaurant

Make your Wednesday a little more memorable at Emily Moon River Lodge.

Enjoy a 2-course meal for R280 per person, served in our beautiful riverside restaurant setting.

Perfect for a relaxed midweek lunch or dinner with friends, family, or someone special.

Subject to availability / T&Cs apply

Where Sundays Are Meant to Be Spent!

Ease into the afternoon with the perfect combination of exceptional cuisine, live jazz and the timeless elegance of Fairlawns Boutique Hotel.

Gather family and friends for a leisurely Sunday lunch, where beautifully prepared dishes, attentive service and the smooth sounds of live jazz create an atmosphere designed to be savoured.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply embracing the slower pace of the weekend, Jazz Sundays at Fairlawns offer the perfect setting to relax, reconnect and indulge.

Join us this Sunday for lunch and live jazz.

July Line-up:

5 July – Jeph Nomvete | Saxophonist
12 July – Jacques Lagesse | Jazz Guitar & Vocals
19 July – Jeph Nomvete | Saxophonist
26 July – Jeph Nomvete | Saxophonist

16 July: Bistecca alla Fiorentina

1kg Charcoal-Grilled T-Bone with sides and a complimentary glass of Mason Road wine for two — R1 100 to share.

Give yourself or a loved one the gift of time and space to learn a new skill or deepen an existing interest. Slow down to the rhythms of the farm, surrounded by kindred spirits and sustained by farm-fresh fare. From gardening and cooking to baking, blacksmithing and seasonal crafts, there is a workshop to suit every kind of curious mind. 

Babylonstoren

2 July – All about eggs: from coop to table
8 July – Inside scoop: the secrets to water buffalo mozzarella and gelato
9 July – The art of the occasion: how to plan a memorable, seasonal event
14 July – Break bread with our master baker
15 July – Family fun: grow your own succulents from scratch (for kids aged 6–12)
16 July – Pasta from scratch
21 July – Compost 101: Let’s get down and dirty
22 July – Build your own garden structures
23 July – Wonders of waterblommetjies
24 July – Create beautiful tree shapes with espalier
29 July – Explore the magic world of mushrooms
30 July – Cooking with olive oil

Soetmelksvlei

4 July – Blacksmithing: make your own soup ladle
10 July – Naturally sweet: baking with honey
31 July – Nuts for pecans! Bake a pecan pie & carrot cake at Soetmelksvlei 

This July, Cellar Master Johann Fourie has curated an exclusive Winter Warmer Selection specifically for wine enthusiasts, collectors, and foodies looking for exceptional cool-climate Western Cape reds.

The bundle offers a 5% promotional discount, making it an ideal feature for your audience's winter tables or weekend itineraries.

Valid:  1 July – 31 July 2026 (While stocks last)
Price: R 905.00 (Includes VAT and a 5% winter discount)
What’s Included: A curated 3-bottle collection of estate-grown, cool-climate red wines:

• 1 x Benguela Cove Collage: Flagship Bordeaux-style red blend, perfect for cellaring or pairing with rich winter stews.
• 1 x Lighthouse Collection Moody Lagoon: An approachable, smooth five-varietal blend featuring a striking new label design.
• 1 x Benguela Cove Syrah 2018: A beautifully matured, cellared vintage with savoury layers of black pepper and olive tapenade.

Availability: Available via the Benguela Cove online shop for secure nationwide delivery, or for collection at the Hermanus estate cellar door (ready within 2 hours of ordering).

Buy HERE now

This July, we’re bringing Flavours of the World back home. 

Temptation Thursdays: Curated by Chef Bonga celebration of local flavour, culture, comfort, and creativity, elevated the Tempo way.

Every Thursday | 6PM – 10PM

Reserve your table.

A new month calls for new flavours.⁠
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Our July Cicchetti Menu has arrived, bringing together bold seasonal ingredients, comforting winter favourites, and the unmistakable warmth of Italian-inspired dining.⁠
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From rich French Onion Risotto and a Whole Baked Camembert to a Spicy Vodka & Nduja Rigatoni and a beautifully roasted Rack of Lamb, every dish has been crafted for slow afternoons, shared tables, and glasses that never stay empty for long.⁠
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This winter, settle in by the fire, order another bottle, and savour every bite.⁠
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Book your table or shop our award-winning wines online at https://www.baccoestate.co.za

Prawns, Wine & Good Company — A Midweek Feast Worth Sharing.

Join us on Thursday, 23 July for our delicious Prawn Night at The Bistro.

Choose your feast:

6 Prawns – R340
12 Prawns – R610
18 Prawns – R820

All options include a complimentary glass of Brookdale's Mason Road wine.

A relaxed winter evening of perfectly cooked prawns, excellent wine, and warm hospitality.