Culinary Delights at the Cape

Cape Point Vineyards — Noordhoek

Silvermine Rd, Noordhoek · ~8 km · ~12 min

Cape Point Vineyards is the closest wine estate to Villa Austral and an absolute highlight. Set on the hills above Noordhoek, the vineyards deliver a spectacular 360° view over the Atlantic. The Sauvignon Blanc is award-winning and perfectly suited to the coastal climate. The Thursday Community Market (4:30–8:30pm) with street food, live music and sunset views is the social highlight of the week.

💡 The Thursday market is a must — wine, street food, live music and the best sunset on the Peninsula. Arrive before 5pm to secure parking and a good spot.

Groot Constantia — Constantia

Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia · ~18 km · ~22 min

Founded in 1685 by the first governor Simon van der Stel, Groot Constantia is the oldest producing wine estate in the Southern Hemisphere. Grand Constance — a sweet wine — was once the most expensive wine in the world and Napoleon Bonaparte’s favorite on St Helena. Today the estate produces award-winning Shiraz, Pinotage and the revived Grand Constance.

Beau Constantia — Constantia Nek

1043 Constantia Main Rd · ~22 km · ~28 min

Perched at the highest point of the Constantia vineyards, Beau Constantia is a small boutique winery with breathtaking views over False Bay. The Chef’s Table experience pairs a tasting with a multi‑course menu. The Viognier and Lucca (Syrah) are highly recommended.

Steenberg Farm — Tokai

Steenberg Estate, Tokai · ~15 km · ~18 min

Steenberg is one of the Cape’s oldest farms (1682) and today an exclusive wine estate with a hotel, spa, golf course and two restaurants. The Sauvignon Blancs rank among South Africa’s best. The Catharina’s tasting in the historic cellar is a special experience.

Aegir Project Brewery — Noordhoek Farm Village

Noordhoek Farm Village · ~5 km · ~8 min

The local craft brewery in Noordhoek Farm Village — just 5 km from Villa Austral. Named after the Nordic sea god, Aegir brews excellent beers on site. The terrace beneath old trees is the perfect spot for a relaxed afternoon beer after a day on Long Beach.

Devil's Peak Brewing Company — Woodstock

150 Cecil Rd, Woodstock · ~33 km · ~35 min

Devil’s Peak is one of the pioneers of South Africa’s craft‑beer movement. The taproom in a converted warehouse in Woodstock is an experience: 20 taps, pizza and views of the brewhouse. King’s Blockhouse IPA and First Light Golden Ale are classics.

Jack Black Brewing Co — Diep River

10 Brigid Rd, Diep River · ~18 km · ~20 min

Jack Black is one of South Africa’s best‑known craft‑beer brands. The taproom in Diep River offers a relaxed vibe with a beer garden and regular live events. The Lager and Skeleton Coast IPA are popular across South Africa.

Fairview Wine & Cheese — Paarl

Suider Paarl Rd, Paarl · ~75 km · ~60 min

Fairview is South Africa’s best‑known wine estate with its own creamery — famous for the iconic goat tower where Saanen goats climb their own spiral staircase. The dairy produces over 30 cheeses — from creamy Brie to punchy Blue Rock. Paired with the estate’s wines, it makes a perfect day trip into the Winelands.

Cape Point Farm Stall — Noordhoek

Noordhoek Main Rd · ~5 km · ~8 min

Cape Point Farm Stall in Noordhoek is the perfect stop for fresh, locally sourced produce. Homemade bread, farm vegetables, local honey, biltong and excellent cakes. Ideal for stocking the kitchen at Villa Austral.

Kalky's — Kalk Bay Harbour

Kalk Bay Harbour · ~20 km · ~25 min

At Kalky’s in Kalk Bay harbour, fish is delivered straight from the boats that dock just metres away. Hake, snoek, calamari — it doesn’t get any fresher. Simple wooden tables by the water and seals hoping for leftovers complete the scene.

Hout Bay Harbour — Mariner's Wharf

Harbour Rd, Hout Bay · ~15 km · ~20 min

In Hout Bay harbour you’ll find Mariner’s Wharf — a seafood restaurant and market right on the water. Fresh snoek, kingklip and crab, plus fish & chips to go. The harbour is also the departure point for boat trips to the seal colonies at Duiker Island.

Hope on Hopkins — Salt River

7 Hopkins St, Salt River · ~33 km · ~35 min

Hope on Hopkins is one of South Africa’s most exciting gin distilleries — housed in a converted warehouse in Salt River. The Salt River Gin uses fynbos botanicals harvested at the Cape of Good Hope. Tastings and distillery tours are a treat for anyone keen to understand why Cape Town’s gin scene is attracting global attention.

Inverroche Distillery — Stilbaai (Tagesausflug)

Stilbaai · ~350 km · Day trip or en route to the Garden Route

Inverroche was the pioneer that brought fynbos botanicals to the gin world. The distillery in Stilbaai (on the way to the Garden Route) offers tours through the fynbos garden and the production facility. Their gins are available across South Africa — including at Woolworths in Constantia.