Soetmelksvlei is a meticulously recreated 1890s Cape farmstead located on the Babylonstoren estate between Paarl and Franschhoek in the Western Cape. Opened in mid-2024, this immersive experience transports visitors back to 1897, showcasing the self-sufficient lifestyle of Boland farmers during that era.
Bonne Esperance "Pop-up" Coffee Shop now serving breakfast
Posted on Tue August 18, 2020.
Bonne Esperance "Pop-up" Coffee Shop was born out of a hope to keep all staff employed despite the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the hospitality business. We started with coffee, cake, pastries and quiches but soon the demand grew for our famous hot breakfasts. Come and enjoy a delicious Eggs Benedict in front of a cosy fire during colder days and the best omelet in town on the wrap-around veranda on a sunny day. We look forward to hosting you!
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A Step Back in Time at Soetmelksvlei
Mon June 2, 2025
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Wine Farms Doing It Differently: Regenerative Farming & Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch
Fri March 14, 2025
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When we think about wine tasting in Stellenbosch, we often imagine rolling vineyards, elegant tasting rooms, and the clink of glasses under ancient oaks. But behind the scenes, some wine farms are doing more than just crafting world-class wines—they’re helping to regenerate the earth. Welcome to the world of regenerative farming and biodynamic wine growing, where sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a way of life. And the best part? You can...
Empowering the Future: An Introduction to Regenerative tourism
Thu January 23, 2025
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Regenerative tourism goes beyond sustainability by actively improving and restoring the environment, culture, and communities that tourism impacts. Instead of just minimizing harm, it aims to leave a destination better than before by supporting local economies, restoring natural ecosystems, and preserving cultural heritage.
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