Father’s Day comes but once a year, but he’s there for you 24/7 – so why not spoil the Big Guy in your life with a weekend in Franschhoek? The Valley is looking beautiful this time of the year, it’s quieter and more serene than in summer, plus you get some ace Winter Specials on food and accommodations, too.
Start your morning with a leisurely breakfast at one of Franschhoek’s best breakfast spots: get cozy at Bistro BonBon to the crackling sound of a wood-burning fireplace, while you enjoy breakfast for only R100 per person which including tea or coffee.
After breakfast, you can make your way to the Franschhoek Cellar at 11am to join in Franschhoek Winter Wines Festival, where you will be able to taste more than 18 of Franschhoek’s best seasonal red wines. The chefs at Franschhoek Cellar have put together the perfect Winter menu for the day’s festivities. Artisanal sourdough pizzas, grilled sirloin Paninis and pulled pork tacos will be sold, so go hungry! The Sweet Station will satisfy your wildest dessert craving. It is a day suited to the whole family as the venue is perfect for young children with its secure and supervised kiddies’ area. Live music will round off the perfect day out to the Franschhoek Wine Valley.
Drink in the incredible views in Franschhoek at Mont Rochelle, where you can enjoy sundowners with their 2-for-1 special on all drinks from the bar menu (5pm – 7pm). Apart from their signature cocktails and mocktails, they also serve craft gin and a selection of beers and ciders. Small bar snacks and a light menu is also available to order.
Dinner will offer the perfect opportunity to celebrate with Dad as many restaurants are offering special seasonal menus. Choose between Bovine Restaurant’s set two (R200 per person) and three course (R250 per person) dinner menus or book your table at The Dining Room at Leeu Estates where they are offering a special three course menu at R350 per person, which includes a glass of Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines.
The Valley is richly supplied with comfortable, stylish accommodation for the night. With great value-added offerings available at the moment, you will be able to stay a little longer to make the most of your long weekend.
A great way to round off the weekend is a pitstop at the Franschhoek Motor Museum where there will be more than enough motoring action on the go. Ranging from golden oldies to modern supercars, more than 80 motoring masterpieces from their collection will be on display. Dads only pay half price on Father’s Day!
Sunday lunch menu options will have your spoilt for choice. Opt for a 3-course lunch, with a signature twist on South African heritage food, at Grande Provence (including a glass of bubbly on arrival) or enjoy a traditional Cape buffet at the historic Rhone Homestead at Boschendal. Paulina’s Restaurant at Rickety Bridge will also offer a hearty three-course lunch on Sunday (R380 per person). Little ones under 12 can enjoy lunch from the à la carte kiddies menu.
Franschhoek has plenty in store for fresh air fanatics, from a game of golf at the Jack Niklaus Signature golf course at Pearl Valley to a hike up the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve, to a mountain biking adventure with Franschhoek Adventures.
There is so much to do so be sure to make the most of the long weekend in Franschhoek and use the opportunity to treat dad to an unforgettable time!
