Regarded as one of South Africa’s leading wine destinations and culinary capital, wine farms and fine dining establishments in and around the valley will be taking full advantage of Valentine’s Day with something extra special. Some of these include: Accommodation • Goodings Groves Olive Farm Book into one of their luxury en suite Manor House rooms at a special rate of R650 per person per night, which includes breakfast and a complimentary olive hamper. This offer is valid for the month of February. • Akkerdal For the month of February guests staying at this elegant guesthouse will enjoy a 15% discount on accommodation when booking two nights or more. • Vrede en Lust Book your farm stay in one of their luxurious accommodation houses, and enjoy the magic of the Franschhoek Wine Valley. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to spend a night in the luxurious Manor House at the special rate of R890 per person per night (normal rate is R2 270 per person per night). The accommodation rate includes breakfast. For details on their Valentine’s rates and offerings email info@vnl.co.za. Restaurants • Solms-Delta Ensuring a truly romantic experience their special Valentine’s Day menu will be limited to 40 guests, so booking is essential. For those favouring an outdoor experience indulge in their picnic menu specially created for couples, each basket will include a bottle of their renown Cape Jazz Shiraz, chocolates and delicious dessert. • Reuben’s Restaurant Spoil your loved one with an unforgettable five-course meal at this highly acclaimed restaurant. At a cost of R320 per person their Valentine’s Day menu includes Foie Gras, crayfish and whiskey ice cream. • Dutch East Restaurant Enjoy an evening of live music and superb food in a romantic setting. Guests can look forward to a four-course menu, at R300 per person, which includes a Love Cocktail on arrival. The menu will be available from the 11th until the 15th of February, for what they have called ‘Love Week’. Wineries • La Bri Purchase 12 bottles of La Bri wine and stand the chance of winning one night’s accommodation for two people on the farm, which includes breakfast as well as wine and chocolate pairing. • Noble Hill Order a picnic basket to enjoy on the lawn and receive a free bottle of their maiden vintage Mourvèdre Rosé, at a cost of R295, which serves two. Advance booking required. • La Chataigne Wines When purchasing a bottle of La Chataigne Wines, during 11 and 14 February, you’ll get your personal message signed on the bottle for your loved one. Wellness • Pearl Valley Spoil yourself and your partner with a luxurious bath ceremony which includes a full body exfoliation and hydro bath session. Included in your experience is a glass of Méthode Cap Classique and chocolates. Or while your partner is on the golf course indulge yourself with a 30 minute Hydrotherapy session followed by a full body Aromatherapy massage. A glass of Méthode Cap Classique and chocolates also included. Valid for the month of February email wellness@pearlvalley.co.za for more information. • Camelot Spa Treat yourself to a one hour Spa Indulgence which includes a spa treatment or massage. If you’d prefer your partner to join you enjoy the 90 minute Couples Escape which includes an invigorating scrub and massage. A glass of Méthode Cap Classique and chocolates is included with each treatment. Valid for the month of February email info@camelotspa.co.za for more information. For more on these and other exciting Valentine’s Day offerings visit www.franschhoek.org.za.