Celebrate South African heritage this Heritage Day with exceptional food, award-winning wines and family-friendly experiences at Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate in Hermanus.

The highlight is The Heritage Table at Moody Lagoon, a family-style South African tasting menu inspired by the flavours and traditions of our culinary heritage. Enjoy favourites including bobotie, lamb and vegetable potjie, Cape Malay chicken curry, traditional accompaniments, malva pudding and melktert. An optional estate wine pairing is available.

Event Details:
Date: 24 September 2026
Time: Seatings from 12:00
Price: R395 per person | R545 with estate wine pairing
Children’s Heritage Plate: R200 | Under 4s complimentary

Bookings: Essential

Make a day of it with wine tastings, brunch, estate picnics, Pirate Adventure Golf, the Benguela Cove Art Gallery, scenic walking routes, lagoon views and family-friendly outdoor spaces, including the Splash Pad (weather dependent).

For a longer getaway, Benguela Cove’s luxury waterfront villas offer a relaxing base for exploring the estate, Hermanus and the Walker Bay region.

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Monthly Wine Society Evenings | August–November 2026

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa invites wine lovers to celebrate the new season with its much-loved monthly Wine Society evenings, set against the Helderberg mountains in the heart of the Cape Winelands.

Held in the relaxed surrounds of Magnolia Social Dining Lounge, each evening brings together three acclaimed wineries, presenter Nick Plummer and Erinvale’s culinary team. Guests can look forward to tasting up to ten wines, thoughtfully paired with a specially curated menu, while meeting the makers, discovering new favourites and enjoying dessert to round off the evening.

R495 per person | Limited to 35 guests

Upcoming Wine Society Evenings

Thursday, 27 August 2026

Rijk's Wine Estate – A family-owned Tulbagh estate celebrated for its award-winning Chenin Blanc and Pinotage.
Saronsberg Cellar – One of Tulbagh’s acclaimed wine destinations, renowned for its award-winning wines.
Joubert-Tradauw – A family-owned private cellar just outside Barrydale, inviting guests to *“Proe die Klein Karoo.”*

Thursday, 17 September 2026

Barton Vineyards – A working farm, Fynbos Reserve and boutique producer of fine wines and olives from the Bot River Valley.
Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate – A pioneering family-owned Swartland estate known for its premium wines and olive oils.
(L)equinox Wines – Founded by MC Stander, this boutique Swartland producer crafts balanced, natural wines with a hands-on approach.

Thursday, 29 October 2026

Eenzaamheid Wines – A historic winery in the Agter-Paarl, known for handcrafted wines from dryland vineyards.
Lemberg Wine Estate – A family-owned Tulbagh winery producing boutique, terroir-driven wines.
Anura Vineyards – Situated on the foothills of the Simonsberg, producing innovative wines that showcase the diversity of Stellenbosch’s soils and slopes.

Thursday, 26 November 2026

Doolhof Wine Estate – An award-winning Wellington estate at the foot of the Limietberg, producing wines that reflect the region’s distinctive terroir.
Aslina Wines – Founded by acclaimed winemaker Ntsiki Biyela, with wines inspired by her grandmother’s legacy and crafted with passion and purpose.
Mellish Family Vineyards – A boutique producer of cool-climate wines from the historic Welbeloond farm.

With intimate seating, exceptional food and a diverse line-up of South African wineries, Erinvale’s Wine Society evenings offer a relaxed and engaging way to experience the Cape’s vibrant wine culture.

Bookings are essential.To reserve your place, email hotel@erinvale.co.za or purchase a Wine Society voucher https://erinvale.everygift.co.za/product/wine-society

If you're located within one block of Ruby's Bakery & Café, we'll deliver your order straight to your door.

Call us: 021 812 8888

Family Sharing Lunch at Moody Lagoon has returned with a refreshed menu created by Executive Chef Christo Hattingh, celebrating the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from local Overberg producers. Designed for slow, relaxed lunches, the experience centres around a generous sharing platter featuring a premium slow-cooked protein accompanied by seasonal farm-fresh sides.

Family Sharing Lunch Menu at Moody Lagoon Restaurant

The sharing platters are designed for couples, or up to four guests each. Larger gatherings can seamlessly mix and match their favourite protein selections to build a true feast for the entire table.

• Chef's Signature Lamb Shoulder, from R550 per person sharing (R2,200 for a table of 4) | Recommended pairing: Moody Lagoon Red Blend
• Roast Chicken, from R280 per person sharing (R1,120 for a table of 4) | Recommended pairing: Estate Chardonnay
• Slow-Roasted Pork Neck, from R360 per person sharing (R1,440 for a table of 4) | Recommended pairing: Sauvignon Blanc or Rosé
• Rare Roast Beef, from R465 per person sharing (R1,860 for a table of 4) | Recommended pairing: Estate Syrah

Each sharing platter includes:

• Two seasonal vegetable sides sourced from local boutique growers
• Moody Lagoon's signature potato bake
• Fresh artisanal bread for sharing

Sharing Lunch Experience Details: 

• Available: Daily for lunch, 12:00 – 17:00
• Booking Requirement: 24 hours' advance notice is essential, as all proteins are slow-cooked fresh to order
• Webpage link: https://benguelacove.co.za/products/family-sharing-lunch-hermanus

Discover The Listening Room at Marks Lounge, an intimate Saturday evening celebrating the best of local musical talent in the Stellenbosch Winelands.

Each week, a guest artist takes the stage, selected from the talented performers who have featured on MADD Fridays, alongside a monthly Resident Artist bringing their own signature sound to the room.
Settle in for live music, seasonal dishes, Hazendal wines and a relaxed evening designed for good company and great listening.

Saturdays, 19:00–21:00 · September

One of the most recognisable moments at Vergenoegd Löw happens twice each day as the estate’s Indian Runner Ducks make their way through the farm.

Deeply woven into the history and identity of the estate, the duck run reflects the natural rhythm of life at Vergenoegd Löw - where heritage, biodiversity and working farm life continue to exist side by side.

Guests are invited to experience this daily tradition while enjoying the many offerings across the estate, from wine tastings and seasonal dining at Geuwels to luxury stays and slow afternoons in the Winelands.

Morning Duck Run: 9am
Afternoon Duck Run: 12pm

We specialise in events of all kinds, from proposals, engagement parties, Hen & Bachelor festivities and Weddings; to family reunions, baby showers and ‘Sip & See’ meet-the-new-baby afternoons; as well as corporate functions. We will assign you your very own Events Coordinator to ensure all your requests are catered for.

Spend quality time with friends and family over lunch at The Conservatory while enjoying a traditional Sunday Roast with a choice of starters, succulent roast beef, chicken or lamb with crispy potatoes, seasonal garden vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and rich gravy and choice of deserts.

Time: 12h00 to 14h30

Your wood-fired winter flavours are served. Zenzero’s Chef’s Specialities bring the heat with beef shin ragù, ribeye & roast bone marrow and our ragù calzone or a spicy salami pizza done the Zenzero way.

Take winter to The Nines with our Chef’s Specialities and new Seasonal Set Menu that you can enjoy against unparalleled views of Sea Point. Dine in and try our seafood-based options like bouillabaisse and poached crayfish or try our two-or-three-course set menu offering like our steamed mussels, 4-hour slow-roasted deboned chicken and more.