The 10 Best Food & Drink in Cape Town, Western Cape

A first of its kind in South Africa and for LINDT worldwide, the chocolate classes at Lindt Chocolate Shop in Cape Town and Johannesburg are the perfect destinations to experience decadent LINDT Chocolate. Our fun and indulgent classes present chocolate lovers with an opportunity to gain insight into and obtain a better understanding of the secret world of chocolate and its confections. Participants can expect interesting facts, tips and tricks whilst creating, playing and exploring the many techniques involving chocolate during the exciting chocolate classes. Choose from a wide range of classes to suit different preferences and budgets. The Lindt Chocolate Tasting, Lindt Chocolate Cupcakes and the Ultimate Lindt Chocolate Cake are some of our most popular classes on offer. We are delighted to also cater for all kinds of team building, corporate events or social get togethers.

Come try Cape Town's very own Craft Rum in a hidden courtyard. Taste three completely different Rums and get a free Distillery tour. We are a family owned and run Craft Rum distillery and tasting room based in Salt River, Cape Town. Our Rum is made entirely by us using African blackstrap molasses and a modernized version of a centuries old Caribbean process.

Groot Constantia is South Africa's oldest wine producing estate, (est: 1685). Situated 20 minutes from the Cape Town CBD and one of Cape Town's Big 7 tourist attractions, Groot Constantia is a must visit for the whole family. With two outstanding restaurants, Jonkershuis and Simon's, wine tastings, chocolate and wine pairing, cellar tours and a museum that reminds one of a bygone era, this beautiful historic winery is a popular attraction that exudes natural beauty. Groot Constantia can also be reached hoping on City Sightseeing's Wine Bus.

Vergelegen - no ordinary Estate. Founded on 1 February 1700, Vergelegen (meaning "situated far away"), has been under the ownership of some of the world's great explorers and visionaries, each of whom, in their own way, have helped shape Vergelegen to what it is today: a world-class Estate. With its world renowned handcrafted wines, history spanning over 300 years, heritage, exquisite gardens and refined cuisine, it comes as no surprise that Vergelegen continues to be the choice of the discerning visitor seeking a total sensory experience. For this reason, the Estate has borne witness to many visits of heads of state and celebrities from all over the world. Think of Vergelegen to spend quality time on your own, with your family and friends or business associates - wine tasting centre and cellar tours, Camphors at Vergelegen Signature Restaurant, Stables at Vergelegen Bistro Restaurant and the Picnic, are only a few of a myriad of enjoyable activities at Vergelegen. We invite you to experience the world of Vergelegen first-hand.

Glen Carlou's custom-designed cellar features an open-plan inner arena where visitors have the opportunity to gain insight into the vintner's art. To delight the eye, our attractive, wood-beamed tasting room offers panoramic views of the Paarl Valley and the Drakenstein Mountains in the distance. To reward the palate, a variety of memorable wines can be savoured. Visit us soon!