The Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival is back in Johannesburg on 5 and 6 October 2024 for two days of award-winning wine tasting and delicious cuisine. This highly anticipated food and drink event takes place at The Wanderers Cricket Club in Illovo.
Savour the finest selection of some of South Africa’s top wine varietals, from full-bodied reds to crisp and fruity whites and everything in between. This year, the festival offers over 50 top wine varietals for tasting, with purchases available on-site or for same-day delivery via Pick n Pay asap! for same-day service, making it easy for guests to enjoy their favourite selections at home.
Included this year is the Designated Driver/Non-Drinking Guest Ticket, providing a way for non-drinkers to enjoy the festival atmosphere responsibly.
What’s on at the Pick n Pay Wine and Food Festival in Johannesburg?
1. Sample wines from over 50 top estates
Discover a wide selection of wines from some of South Africa’s finest estates, including premium Cap Classique, sparkling wines, and French Champagne. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or a casual wine drinker, there’s something for every palate.
2. Festival vibes with a vibrant food market
The Pick n Pay Fresh Food Market is a festival staple, offering a wide variety of delicious culinary options. Guests can enjoy everything from freshly grilled burgers and crispy fish and chips to sushi, gourmet cheese and charcuterie boards. The festival also features Pick n Pay’s Burger & Pizza Trucks, perfect for grabbing a bite while enjoying live performances throughout the day.
3. Sparkling wine, Cap Classique, and Prosecco tastings
For fans of bubbly, the festival offers a dedicated Sparkling Wine area with tastings of locally-produced Cap Classique, French Champagne, and Prosecco. Guests can explore a diverse range of offerings, from well-known labels to boutique producers making their mark in the world of sparkling wine.
4. Try an exclusive Wine & Food Pairing in the Pick n Pay Tasting Room
The Tasting Room offers a unique, limited seating experience where you can enjoy curated wine and food pairings. Guided by a celebrity chef and the featured winemaker, this 30-minute masterclass is the perfect way to learn how to pair wines with mouth-watering canapés.
Cost: Tickets for the Tasting Room experience are R100 per person, per session. As this is an add-on ticket, you must also purchase a General Access ticket to access the event – book via Webtickets
When: Saturday, 4 October and Sunday, 5 October, every hour from 12:30pm to 4:30pm
5. Picnic hamper and Al fresco dining on the lawn
Guests looking to make the most of the festival’s outdoor setting can pre-order a picnic hamper packed with Pick n Pay’s finest cheeses, cured meats, fresh bread, and other gourmet treats. Enjoy your picnic on the spacious lawns of The Wanderers Cricket Club while sipping on your favourite wine selections.
Cost: R295 for a picnic bag (serving 2) excluding General Access ticket, or R845 for two General Access tickets and a picnic bag to share for two | Book your tickets through Webtickets
6. VIP option with bubbles, canapés, and exclusive seating
For those seeking a more luxurious experience, the VIP Hospitality ticket grants access to a private, shaded seating area and includes a full-service bar offering wine, bubbles, beer, soft drinks, and water. Guests can also enjoy a selection of gourmet canapés and sophisticated eats throughout the afternoon.
Cost: R2185 per person, available on Sunday, 5 October only. Book your tickets through Webtickets
Important info and how to book tickets
The festival opens at 12pm, with exclusive early access for Pick n Pay Wine Club members. General access begins at 1pm, and the event concludes at 6pm.
Tickets are available exclusively via Webtickets.
Cost: General Access tickets are R275 per person, which includes a day pass, wine glass, access to tastings, and live music.
The Pick n Pay Tasting Room is R100 per person per session (to be booked as an add-on to your General Access ticket)
DOUBLE Ticket & Picnic Bag Combo: R845 (includes TWO General Access tickets and ONE Pick n Pay picnic bag to share, jam-packed with a mouthwatering selection of cheeses, cured meats, spreads, fresh bread and other delicious treats)
Designated Driver/Non-Drinking Guest Ticket: R150, includes a R75 voucher for soft drinks or coffee (no alcohol or tasting tokens provided).
When: Saturday, 5 October and Sunday, 6 October from 12pm to 6pm
Where: The Wanderer’s Club, 21 North St, Illovo, Johannesburg
Website: pnpwineandfoodfestival.co.za
Email: info@pnpwineandfoodfestival.co.za
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