Physical Address
Pearly Beach
Western Cape
7220
Physical Address
Pearly Beach
Western Cape
7220

The Overberg celebrates its abundant fruit harvests, encouraging creative pairings with cheeses and proteins, and offering ways to repurpose overripe fruits. From baking and making jams to crafting infused syrups and composting, the approach emphasizes sustainability and the joy of food. Every leftover piece contributes to a flavorful cycle of nourishment.

Nestled at the summit of the Houwhoek Pass, between Grabouw and Botrivier, lies one of South Africa’s oldest and most charming country hotels — the Houw Hoek Hotel. Just 80 kilometres from Cape Town, this beloved landmark combines centuries of…

The Stanford in Bloom Festival, held from September 10 to 24, 2025, celebrated gardening and biodiversity through exhibitions, workshops, and a vibrant market. The event featured a Chelsea Flower Show display, enhancing Stanford's community spirit and supporting local conservation efforts. Thousands attended.

The Overberg coastline offers rich fishing opportunities but requires adherence to South Africa's fishing regulations to ensure sustainability. Anglers must obtain permits, follow closed seasons, and respect size limits to protect marine biodiversity for future generations.

Tucked between Gansbaai and Hermanus, where fynbos meets sea breeze, lies Platbos Forest — Africa’s southernmost indigenous forest and one of the rarest ecosystems in the Western Cape. Though small in scale, it is immense in significance: a living remnant…

The Overberg region of South Africa is renowned for its distinctive honey, produced through sustainable beekeeping that reflects the local flora. Rich in flavor, Overberg honey showcases the unique characteristics of the indigenous Cape honeybee, making it a prized culinary delight tied to the land's heritage.

At the heart of Baardskeerdersbos, Marietjie’s Restaurant is more than a place to eat — it’s an experience of warmth, creativity, and country hospitality rolled into one. Step inside and you’ll find shelves lined with homemade jams, balsamic reductions, and…