Babylonstoren
otherWinelands farm estate and wedding/event venue offering restored Cape Dutch farm buildings and landscaped gardens for private functions. Features three main event spaces (The Old Cellar, The Wheat Barn, The White Studio) and can accommodate events of up to about 100 guests.
Upcoming Events (16)
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Cape cookery: Milk tart, melkkos & koesisters workshop
Join a hands-on cooking-class at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei to bake the iconic Cape milk tart (melktert) along with melkkos and koesisters. Set in a scenic farm setting, this workshop shares pastry secrets and lets you take home your freshly baked Cape treats.
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Break bread with our master baker
Hands-on bread-baking workshop with a master baker at Babylonstoren. Learn dough prep, kneading, fermentation, and baking secrets across three dates (26 May, 9 Jun, 30 Jun) in a rustic farm-kitchen setting. Perfect for bread lovers seeking practical, tasty results.
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Mozzarella & Gelato Tasting
Discover the secrets of buffalo mozzarella and artisan gelato with a guided tasting at Babylonstoren. Learn traditional techniques, sample creamy mozzarrella and silky gelatos, and hear farm-to-table insights in a picturesque Cape Dutch-inspired setting.
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Bake your own: choux pastries with Martjie Malan
Join master baker Martjie Malan in the Soetmelksvlei kitchen at Babylonstoren to craft choux puffs and almond-topped teatime treats. This hands-on cooking-class guides you through piping, baking, and finishing with a wintry crunch of almonds—perfect for pastry lovers.
Cape food: traditional bobotie with quince chutney at Soetmelksvlei
Join a Cape food tasting at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei: traditional bobotie paired with quince chutney, showcasing South Africa's culinary heritage in a scenic farm setting. Savor thoughtfully prepared courses, hear short insights into local ingredients, and enjoy a memorable, grown-up tasting experience.
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Traditional bobotie and chutney workshop at Soetmelksvlei
Join a hands-on cooking workshop at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei to learn traditional bobotie and seasonal chutney. Hosted in a scenic farm setting, the session guides you through authentic techniques and regional flavors.
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Winter gems: citrus in the garden
A guided stroll through the citrus blocks at Babylonstoren in winter, led by Comine Joubert, Babylonstoren's lemon queen. Learn about citrus varieties, seasonal care, and the estate’s lush, orchard-style gardens during a relaxed outdoor walk.
Bake your own: make butter & buttermilk scones
Join a hands-on cooking workshop at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei to learn butter-making and bake buttery buttermilk scones from scratch. Guided by an experienced baker, you'll churn fresh butter, craft dough, and bake scones in a cozy farm kitchen setting.
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Boerewors & Biltong Making Workshop
Join a hands-on cooking class in the Soetmelksvlei butchery at Babylonstoren to craft authentic boerewors and biltong. Learn traditional techniques, seasoning, and safety tips from skilled butchers in a historic farm setting.
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Bake with citrus & spice at Soetmelksvlei
Join a citrus-and-spice baking workshop at Babylonstoren’s Soetmelksvlei, celebrating the harvest of citrus and South Africa’s spice heritage. This hands-on session covers flavourful techniques in a scenic farm setting.
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Gardening with Indigenous Trees
Join a hands-on gardening workshop at Babylonstoren as you explore indigenous trees, learn about native species, and pick up practical tips for planting, pruning, and caring for local flora in a scenic farm setting.
Indoor gardening: bringing succulents into your home
Join a hands-on indoor gardening workshop at Babylonstoren and learn how to choose, pot, and care for succulents that thrive indoors. Get practical tips on light, watering, soil mixes, and simple propagation to brighten your home with low-maintenance greenery. Ideal for beginners and plant lovers alike.
Advanced leathercraft: make a leather handbag
Join an advanced leathercraft workshop at Babylonstoren to measure, cut, and stitch your own leather handbag. Guided by an experienced instructor, you’ll explore layout, edges, and finishing techniques to craft a stylish, durable accessory.
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Eggs: From Coop to Table
Join chef Schalk Vlok at Babylonstoren for a hands-on eggs cooking class. Discover his favorite techniques and egg dishes—from coop to table—in a rustic farm setting at this Cape farm.
Traditional quilting masterclass at Babylonstoren
Join a hands-on quilting masterclass at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei and learn traditional needlework using colorful fabrics. No sewing machine needed as you’re guided through basic stitches and simple patterns to craft your own quilt at home. A charming, farm-side workshop—perfect for beginners and fabric lovers.
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Pickling & Preservation Workshop at Soetmelksvlei
Join a hands-on workshop at Babylonstoren's Soetmelksvlei to learn pickling and preserving seasonal produce. You'll explore practical techniques, safety tips, and creative storage ideas in a picturesque farm setting.