Durban — Swirl, sniff and sip your way through some of South Africa’s best wines at the annual Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival Durban.
The retailer brings the Cape Winelands to Chris Saunders Park in uMhlanga for one day only on July 27, accompanied by delicious food and an afternoon of live entertainment.
With every imaginable varietal on offer for wine lovers to sample, alongside a sumptuous selection of fresh and delicious food offerings, wine enthusiasts are invited to discover new wines and enjoy old favourites, from elegant, crisp white wines and full-bodied, robust reds, to the finest sparkling wine, Cap Classiques and MCCs. About 30 farms will present their wines at the festival, and a general ticket includes a tasting glass and 20 wine-tasting vouchers. Producer representatives will guide guests through the various tasting options and explain each wine’s unique flavours and aromas.
There will be 30-minute Pick n Pay Tasting Room wine and food pairing sessions, limited to 40 guests per session. Durban wine lovers enthusiastically embraced this addition and this year’s Tasting Room sessions have already sold out.
On the food front, the Pick n Pay Fresh Food Market will ensure you don’t go hungry with a selection of delicious pizzas, burgers, cheese and charcuterie platters, fish and chips, grilled chicken espetada, curry and rice, as well as oysters and sushi, along with vegan and vegetarian offerings on sale. The popular Pick n Pay Picnic Bag is available for pre-booking, and is packed with delectable offerings, including cheeses, cured meats, freshly baked bread, biltong, hummus, and more.
The Valpré Spring Water Bar returns to the festival, and guests can stay hydrated with their complimentary bottle of water. Live music will provide the perfect backdrop to the afternoon, featuring local musicians The Black Lapels, Afro Divas, and saxophonist Tim Lewis on stage.
Tickets are available at Webtickets, from R275 a person (includes tasting glass and 20 wine tasting tokens). Limited Designated Driver tickets are also available on request via info@pnpwineandfoodfestival.co.za.
Booking tip: Pick n Pay Wine Club members qualify for exclusive early access. To become a member, visit www.pnp.co.za/wine-club or send your Smart Shopper card number to 36775 to join free of charge. Visit ww.pnpwineandfoodfestival. co.za/events/durban/
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