IF food and wine are top of your list of things that you love, pencil Saturday, September 3 in your diaries as wine and food enthusiasts in Durban can taste their way through the Winelands at the Pick ’n Pay Food and Wine Festival.

The event takes place at Chris Saunders Park in Umhlanga, where there will be various wines on offer and a variety of food options for patrons to taste, all while soaking up the experience with live music in big, open seating areas.

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Over 20 estates from wine-producing regions across South Africa will have their varieties available for tasting at the event such as Nederburg, Durbanville Hills, Spier and Kanonkop. Jacques Mouton, who produces exclusive wines for Pick ’n Pay, will also be present. The festival also offers a Sparkling Experience – a dedicated area where Cap Classique and sparkling wine will abound for your tasting pleasure.

The Pick ’n Pay Food Lane will provide various food choices – prepared by professional chefs using the freshest produce and ingredients. Meals include fish and chips, fresh salads, sushi, and indulgent braai and charcuterie boards.

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Pick ’n Pay’s burger truck and pizza truck will also be serving their popular meals. There is the option to pre-order a reusable branded picnic bag. This is filled with Pick ’n Pay’s finest cheeses, cured meats, fresh bread, biltong, hummus and more to enjoy while relaxing on the lawns and soaking up the lively atmosphere.

There will be a mix of live music during the event. Artists performing on the day include Freddy L, best known for his single Chemical; Yolanda Cenge from the Afro Divas Project, and Durban-based acoustic duo The Kickstands.

Event details:
Date: Saturday, September 3
Time: 12:30 – 17:30
Venue: Chris Saunders Park, Centenary Blvd, Umhlanga

Ticket price:
General access ticket: R250 inclusive of a branded glass and tasting tokens – does not include picnic bag.
Picnic bag: R295, serves 2–3 people – price does not include your general access ticket – this must be pre-ordered.
Tickets are available at Webtickets
Visit www.pnpwineandfoodfestival.co.za for more details.

The socials:
Facebook: @PicknPayWineandFoodFestival
Instagram: @picknpaywineandfoodfestival
Twitter: @PnPWineFoodFest

WIN WIN WIN

The Northglen News and Pick n Pay Food and Wine Festival are giving away three double tickets to three lucky readers. To enter, fill in your details below. No under 18s allowed. Competition closes on Thursday, September 1 at 15:00.