Spice Route Destination

The Amphibious Diver

a month ago

My visit to Spice Route Destination was genuinely one of the highlights of my time in the Cape Winelands. It is much more than just a wine farm — it is a complete destination where beautiful scenery, great food, local products, wine, art, and a relaxed atmosphere all come together in one place. The location itself is absolutely beautiful. The surrounding mountains, vineyards, gardens, and open spaces create a peaceful atmosphere from the moment you arrive. It is the kind of place where you can easily spend several hours without feeling rushed. Whether you are visiting as a couple, with friends, or as a family, there is plenty to explore and enjoy. One of the things I appreciated most about Spice Route is the variety of experiences available. You can enjoy wine tasting, try locally produced food and artisanal products, explore the different shops, enjoy a good meal, or simply sit outside and take in the incredible views. Everything feels well organized while still maintaining a relaxed farm-style character. The food was another highlight. There are several options available, making it easy to find something for different tastes. The quality of the ingredients, presentation, and overall experience matched the beautiful surroundings. The combination of good food, local flavors, and the Cape Winelands scenery makes the experience even more memorable. The atmosphere is also very family-friendly. There are open areas where children can enjoy themselves while adults can relax, eat, drink, and explore. The staff throughout the destination were welcoming and professional, which added to the overall positive experience. What makes Spice Route Destination special is that it does not feel like a place you visit for only one activity. It feels more like a small village dedicated to South African food, wine, craftsmanship, and lifestyle. You can arrive planning to stay for an hour and easily find yourself spending half the day there. I would definitely recommend Spice Route Destination to anyone visiting Cape Town, Paarl, or the surrounding Winelands. It is especially worth visiting on a beautiful sunny day when you can fully enjoy the outdoor spaces and spectacular views. A wonderful experience, beautiful location, excellent atmosphere, and a great showcase of what the Cape Winelands have to offer. Highly recommended, and definitely a place I would visit again.

Gerardt Pierre Viljoen

2 months ago

Had a wonderful breakaway here today with the family. We enjoyed walking around and tasting all the lovely stuff they have on offer. The restaurant has great food and the chocolate is to die for. Restroom is clean and really pritty. Worth the outing.

Christine de Valence

3 months ago

We love coming here. There is so much to do and that they are dog friendly is the BIGGEST bonus! We love the pizzeria. He loves the beer tasting. I love wine tasting. There's something for everyone. There are also hiking trails at the top of the farm that lead to the Paarl Rock trails. The tea garden is also super great to explore. Plenty space for the kids to play.

Natasha Gnade

3 months ago

What a great expierence. We did a tasting at the Cape Brewing Company. They have nice selection of craft beers and different tasting options. There a diffrent places to visit. We bought spices ( huge selection of spices) and you can also mix your own spices or asked them to mix a special blend for. There was also a wide selection of tea's. We visisted the chocolate factory. They do tasting's there as well and have an interesting selection of chocolate and nougat. We enjoyed lunch La Grapperia. We had pot stickers, deep fried camembert and a pizza. The food was delicious and comforting. The restaurant had a cosy, warm atmosphere with a beautifull view. I will absolutely recommend a visit here!

Katharina Lindiwe Gensicke

5 months ago

My family and I have been visiting the Spice Route Destination in Paarl over the years, and it has always been a lovely outing in the Winelands. It is a beautiful space with incredible views, and a great place to spend a relaxed day exploring. Over time, the offerings have changed a bit, whether it is a different chocolatier, new restaurants, or different experiences available. While it still has a variety of things to enjoy, I do feel that there is not quite as much on offer as there used to be. There are still some nice options, including a small tea store, a chocolatier, ice cream, wine tasting and beer tasting, along with a couple of larger restaurant options. The overall concept is centred around artisanal food and drink experiences, which is part of what makes it special.  When I visited recently with my partner, we enjoyed getting an ice cream and a small snack while taking in the beautiful views, which was really lovely. However, we did notice that some shops were closed, and if you are looking for something small and casual to snack on, it can be a bit difficult unless you book at one of the restaurants. That said, it is still a very scenic and enjoyable destination, especially if you are in the Paarl area. It is a great place for a relaxed visit, wine tasting or simply enjoying the surroundings, even if the more casual food options are a bit limited.