February tastes like love at Baccō. 

The month of shared plates, lingering lunches and candlelit dinners calls for a menu designed to be savoured slowly. Think golden corn fritters with maple paprika glaze, silky risotto kissed with miso brown butter, smoked brisket mezzaluna made for twirling, and duck breast with roasted honey figs that begs for a second bite.⁠
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Our February Cicchetti Menu is all about connection. Ordering for the table. Pouring another glass. Falling a little in love with every course.⁠
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or simply celebrating each other, this is your sign to book the table.⁠
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Come hungry. Leave smitten.⁠

Running throughout February, the Sunset Dinner Series continues every Wednesday and Thursday evening until 26 March. With two sittings at 17:30 and 19:30, these dinners invite guests to linger over seasonal dishes while enjoying sweeping sunset views as the sun dips behind the vineyards.

Wine lovers can look forward to Syrah Day on 16 February, as Brookdale Estate celebrates one of its signature varietals. Guests are encouraged to visit the Tasting Room Tuesdays to Sundays to discover the elegance of the 2024 Mason Road Syrah. The wine was awarded 4- stars in the 2025 Platter’s by Diners Club South African Wine Guide - a proud achievement for the Brookdale winemaking team and a standout expression of the varietal.

As day gives way to evening in the Paarl winelands, Nederburg invites guests to experience the bountiful excitement of the season with Harvest at Dusk, a celebration of the 2026 vintage taking place on Saturday, 28 February at the historic wine farm.

The evening opens with a Winelands welcome. Guests are received with canapés and a taste of freshly fermenting grape must, offering an immediate and evocative connection to the season, alongside the opportunity to engage with the winemakers shaping Nederburg’s wines.

From here, the experience moves into the vineyards. A tractor journey carries guests into the vines, where they are invited to hand-pick grapes as the last light of summer settles across the landscape. This rare, tactile moment offers an authentic insight into the origins of the vintage and the quiet precision behind each bottle.

Returning to the sprawling lawns of the Manor House, heritage and tradition come into focus. Guests may take part in grape stomping, a refined yet playful homage to the earliest expressions of winemaking.

As dusk deepens, a fire-inspired, three-course dinner is served, celebrating elemental cooking and seasonal flavour. The menu features Karoo lamb staanrib with garlic and rosemary, BBQ glazed pork belly lollipops with burnt apple purée, coal-roasted butternut with pumpkin seeds and curry purée, and grilled tomato and fior di latte caprese with basil pesto and olive oil. Each course is paired with one of Nederburg’s award-winning wines.

The evening concludes beneath the stars, where music and conversation linger, and guests are invited to enjoy the rare luxury of time, space and atmosphere among the vineyards.

Harvest at Dusk is a refined and deeply immersive expression of Nederburg, honouring the land, the season and the craftsmanship at the heart of every vintage.

Event details:
Date: Saturday, 28 February 2026
Time: 17:00 to 17:30 arrival
Tickets: R1 495 per person, available via Howler

Tickets include welcome drinks and canapés, the harvest experience, and a three-course dinner with wine pairing. A cash bar will be available.
 

Get ready for a season of starlit magic as The Galileo Open Air Cinema returns to Nederburg for the 2025|2026 summer season, and this year, the experience goes one step further. For the first time, Nederburg welcomes Galileo Royale, an intimate, elevated cinema evening that pairs the thrill of travel and discovery with street food, wine, and open-air wonder.

True to Nederburg’s ethos of “Yours to Explore,” the Galileo Royale evenings invite guests to journey through stories, flavours, and destinations, all from the comfort of the Cape Winelands. Each event features limited seating, a welcome drink and canapés, and a themed streetfood main meal inspired by the night’s film. It’s a sensory adventure that brings together film, food, and a touch of wanderlust under a canopy of stars.

The season’s lineup celebrates the joy of exploration in all its forms:

Thu, 27 Nov: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again — sail away to sun-drenched Greece and a celebration of love, laughter, and island life.

Thu, 18 Dec: The Italian Job — a night of style and sophistication, where bold Italian flavours meet classic cinematic cool.

Thu, 29 Jan: Amélie — escape to the whimsical streets of Paris, where French flair paired with Nederburg’s best.

Thu, 26 Feb: Crazy Rich Asians — a vibrant, opulent journey through Asia’s rich culinary landscape, paired with glamour, laughter, and a touch of mischief.

Expect relaxed summer vibes, Insta-worthy photo ops, fun giveaways, and the unmistakable Galileo magic — all elevated with Nederburg’s signature hospitality.

Whether you’re dreaming of your next adventure or simply craving a night of open-air escapism, the Galileo Royale at Nederburg promises a journey for the senses.

Bookings are essential, and seats are limited, so gather your favourite travel companions and get ready for movie magic in the Winelands.

Tickets available via Webtickets.

As the long summer days begin to soften into golden evenings, Nederburg invites you to linger a little longer and experience something truly special — our new “Under the Stars” evening picnics. This December, on three unforgettable nights, the farm will open its lawns after sunset for a series of relaxed, music-filled evenings that capture the easy magic of a South African summer.

Picture it: the sun dipping behind the mountains, soft music in the background, laughter carrying through the warm air. You’re stretched out on a blanket beneath the trees, a glass of Nederburg wine in hand, the scent of summer herbs mingling with freshly cut grass. It’s laid-back, beautiful, and unmistakably Nederburg — where hospitality and heart meet under the night sky.

Each picnic basket is thoughtfully curated to showcase local, seasonal flavours — a true taste of the Cape Winelands. Expect a feast that begins with local cheeses, marinated olives, and seasonal fruit, paired with house-made onion marmalade and crisp lavash. Enjoy artisanal bread with whipped butter, smoked trout pâté, and grilled free-range chicken in a velvety coronation sauce with almonds and apricots. Rustic baby potato salad, pickled beetroot with creamy feta, and a fresh garden salad round off the savoury selection. To finish, indulge in classic South African milk tart and peppermint crisp tart, both as nostalgic as they are delicious.

The experience is open to everyone — couples looking for a romantic night out, families wanting to make the most of the holidays, and friends simply seeking a beautiful evening together. The expansive lawns provide plenty of space for kids to play, and well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome too. Bring your own blanket or low chairs, find your spot beneath the stars, and let the evening unfold.

Each Under the Stars event features live local music to set the tone:

Newton & Co on 13 December
Johan van der Merwe on 20 December
Juan Casey on 27 December

Spaces are limited, and pre-booking is essential. So gather your loved ones, pack your sense of adventure, and join us for an evening of great food, music, and warm summer magic — Under the Stars at Nederburg.

R385 per person | Vegetarian and kids’ baskets available

No other food or drink permitted.

Celebrating something special?

Let us make your occasion unforgettable — decadent food, fine wine, and a warm welcome.

Book a table for birthdays, anniversaries or just-because nights.

Give the gift of speciality steaks, award-winning wines, and impeccable service. Give the gift of excellence with a Hussar Grill gift card - perfect for a birthday, anniversary, or any other special occasion.

We also have gift vouchers, available to bulk purchase for clients, employees or your team.

The Manor Tasting | +-30 minutes | R95 per person

The Cheesy One - Savoury pairing | +-45 minutes | R145 per person

Palette and Pour – Chocolate pairing | +-45 minutes | R145 per person

Our tastings are available daily between Monday to Sundays between 10:00 and 16:00.

Our wine purchases are open until 17:00. Bookings are required for groups larger than eight people. 

From milestone birthdays and anniversaries to year-end gatherings and conferences, Brookdale is the perfect setting to celebrate life’s special moments.
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With elegant spaces, exquisite food and wine, as well as warm hospitality, every celebration becomes unforgettable in the heart of the Cape Winelands.
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Reserve your date now — limited availability!