5 Fabulous Places to Book Now for a Treat Easter Lunch

Whether on your own or with family, Easter lunch is a time to indulge, and is often the highlight of the long weekend. Check out this line up of opportunities to suit all ages and all palates, from day breaks to Walker Bay to 5 course larnie affairs, to family fun at a vineyard. Some of the lunches come with extras too, such as easter egg hunts, kids’ playgrounds and on-site spa treatments.

Benguela Cove: Easter Friday Seafood Lunch

Head to Moody Lagoon at Benguela Cove for Good Friday Lunch in the beautiful Walker Bay. Indulge in a carefully curated Easter seafood menu, featuring a selection of snacks, starters, mains, and desserts that blend traditional flavours with modern culinary techniques, and of course, excellent wine from this magnificent wine estate.

Cost: TBC. Book via Dineplan.

When: Friday, 29 March 12pm – 5pm
Where: Benguela Cove Wine Estate, R43, Botriver Lagoon, Walker Bay, Hermanus

Easter Sunday Brunch at Liberty’s

The Easter Sunday Brunch at Liberty’s Restaurant is not a small affair. The chef has put together an enormous buffet-style brunch that covers every base for every taste and age.

Guests can look forward to Cape Malay specialities like pickled fish and coconut koesisters; an extensive charcuterie board with some of the top South African products, a selection of chilled pannacotta, fresh fruit and salmon with cream cheese; a tantalising sweet flapjack station; delicious vegetarian quiches; a large hot section with items like hash browns and chipolatas, a large pastry table, and an assortment of baked mini cheesecakes.

Browse the full menu here.

Cost: R460pp, book via email lindsay.barrett@hilton.com

When: Sunday, 31 March (staggered arrival times, guests will receive their arrival times upon booking)
Where: Liberty’s Restaurant, DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town Upper Eastside Hotel, 31 Brickfield Rd, Woodstock

Benguela Cove: Easter Sunday Lunch

Whether you’re hosting a large gathering or having an intimate meal with just a few loved ones, there are many ways to make your Easter Sunday lunch memorable. Book your table at Moody Lagoon Restaurant for a delightful set menu, highly acclaimed wines and a beautiful natural setting.

Cost: TBC. Book via Dineplan.

When: Sunday, 31 March, 12pm – 5pm
Where: Benguela Cove Wine Estate, R43, Botriver Lagoon, Walker Bay, Hermanus

Easter Lunch & more at Tryn Restaurant

A specially crafted Easter menu by Executive Chef Kerry Kilpin and her team at Tryn starts with a glass of Steenberg 1682 Chardonnay Cap Classique on arrival, before experiencing the menu which, of course, includes decadent chocolate treats in true Easter style. You can unwind in the lush interiors, or enjoy the last warm rays of summer out on the Vineyard Terrace that overlooks the vineyards and mountains.

To extend your Easter lunch into a day full of treats, Steenberg also offers its own luxury easter egg hunt, as well as walking and bike trails, access to the Norval Foundation, the neighbouring Steenberg Golf Club, and the Steenberg spa.

Cost: R795pp (U12 from R85 – view menu here) | Book: info@tryn.co.za or call 021 713 7178

When: 31 March
Where: Tryn Restaurant, Steenberg Wine Estate, Steenberg Rd, Tokai, Cape Town

Make it an Easter Braai at Middelvlei

Middelvlei Wines in Stellenbosch is renowned for its braais. This Easter it is offering a braai twist on Easter lunch, with the estate’s resident braai expert braaiing your meat to perfection while you tuck into freshly baked potbrood with lashings of homemade snoek pate or jam. Each guest gets a juicy lamb chop, a chicken sosatie and delicious boerewors, accompanied by potato salad, green salad and pumpkin fritters. A children’s option is also available.

Guests also have the option of ordering delicious homemade pickled fish or a hamburger and chips. As an added extra, there is live music from O’Ryan Winter 12pm – 3pm, and kids have free roam of the property to explore or feed the farm animals.

Cost: R290pp | R225pp for vegetarian option. Book via email info@middelvlei.co.za or call 021 883 2565

When: Saturday 30 March, 12pm to 3pm
Where: Middelvlei Wine Estate, Flamingo Street, Stellenbosch