Events during the silly season in Hermanus and the surrounds!

It's 29 days until Christmas ! Can you believe how quickly another year has sped past us. If you are heading to Hermanus this year there are a lot of activities to keep yourself busy and if you don't have anything to do wherever you are... then come to Hermanus :)
 
Here is a list of events. I will update it as I scout and hear of more! I also have a giveaway at the end of the post :)
 
Hermanuspietersfontein

I popped in at Hermanuspietersfontein(HPF) yesterday to buy a bottle of their Posmeester which is  a Bordeaux style blend that I love. It's an easy drinking red wine perfect to enjoy at a braai or at a relaxed dinner with friends. I can't wait to open my bottle this weekend!

A little birdie then told me that HPF will be very busy this 'silly season' with a lot of events!

They have erected a massive tent over their 'markie' area so come rain or shine you can enjoy your Saturday market in comfort. Good news also is that the 17th of December they will host a night market! You will be treated to live music, delicious food and lots of merry wine. I will definitely be there!

Other events that you should diarise are

• 3rd & 10th December: Midweek wine and tapas from 17:00-19:00
• 16th December: Dinner with Barefoot Bella in the Cellar who will travel all the way from Langebaan to spoil you for only R450 pp . Only 40 spots are available so book ASAP(details below)
• 19th December: Dinner with Eat Greek's Nikki in the Cellar who will spoil you with 'local is lekker' food at only R350pp. Only 40 spots available.
• 20th December: The Tributes and Shadow Band will take you back to the 50's, 60's and 70's. It's R110pp and you can bring your own picnic basket. Wine you can buy at HPF! You can also order a picnic basket when you buy your ticket if it's more convenient for you. You can arrive from 18:00. Only 200 spots available. I have two tickets to give away. Read all about it below.
• 23rd December: Black Tie Braai event is where the HPF skapie will give back with a wine auction where 100% of the proceedings will go to the Sondagskoolfonds. This charity provides technology for 5-8 year olds from the local community to facilitate their reading and writing skills. Wine and canapés will be provided at R200 pp. Only 200 seats are available.
• 27th December: Tribal Echo live in Skapie's Yard. This will be the 4th year that this event will take place. At R100 pp you can join the tradition. You can bring your own picnic basket or order one when you book your tickets. HPF wine will be sold at the event. Naturally :)
• 30 th December: Eet Italiaans in die kelder is a three course meal that will tantalise the tastebuds. For R350 pp only 40 people will be lucky enough to enjoy this treat.
• 31st December: Don't have NYE plans yet? If you want to you can 'dans in die nuwe jaar met die skapie!' A lot of food, wine and bubbles will be available for you to party into 2015 at R450pp from 19:00-02:00.  A live DJ will make sure that no wallflowers are present at the party.
• Every Saturday: The HPF market from 09:00-13:00 come rain or shine. Freshly baked breads, chacuterie and more can be enjoyed by all.

For tickets you can contact Anika at anika@hpf1855.co.za
For more information visit HPF's website
Tweet them @hpf1855
Like them on Facebook
Instagram them at hpf_skapie


The Color run in Hermanus

Yes you read that correctly. The Colour Run is coming to Hermanus. I am one of the few that have not done the colour run at all so I am super excited to take part in this event the 27th of December. It is said to be the happiest 5 km of your life! I am definitely down for that. The event will start at the Hermanus High school at 15:00. It's R220 pp and the ticket includes the following

• Official Color run tshirt
• Color run sweatband
• 1 bag of Color powder
• 1 Temporary happy tattoo
• Race number
• Entry to the finish festival

You can buy your tickets online or at The Burgundy restaurant, The Eatery or Vodacom Shop in Hermanus. See you there!

For more information visit this website
Like them on Facebook
Tweet them @TheColorRunSA


Gabrielskloof

One of my favourite wine farms in the Overberg area is Gabrielskloof and they also host their annual 'Favourite things Market'  the 12th&13th of December. The festivities will kick off at 17:00 the Friday afternoon and you will be treated to home-made crafts, food and refreshing wine. This is an event not to be missed. I attended the market two years ago where I spent the entire Saturday feasting of fresh food and sipping on too many glasses of wine. One tip: don't forget the sunscreen as I learned the hard way :)

For more information visit their website
Tweet them @Gabrielskloof
Like them on Facebook and RSVP to the event here

Hermanus Country Market
 
This family orientated market runs every Saturday 09:00-13:00 at the Hermanus cricket field. They have a variety of  fresh produce, home made delicacies, crafts,  wine and more. This is also a child friendly market with a jungle gym and other activities to keep the little ones busy.

The Summer Night market will be Wednesday evenings on the 10th, 17th and 31st of December as well as the 7th and 14th of January.

There also is a Camphill Farm market the 16th of December from 09:00-13:00 where all the proceeds will go to the Camphill Farm Community.

 

For more information visit their website
Tweet them @HermanusMarket
Like them on Facebook

First Fridays Artwalk

Twelve art galleries in Hermanus remain open until 21:00 the 5th of December so that art lovers can join in on a marathon of art appreciation. Wine and small bites are on sale as you travel from one gallery to the next. Below is a map so that you can plan your visit!

 

Like them on Facebook to see how awesome the previous artwalk was as well as stay updated with the upcoming event!

Stanford Sunset Market and Saturday morning market

 Every last Friday of the month can be enjoyed by attending the Stanford Sunset Market. This will take place the 28th of November and 26th of December at the Stanford Village green from 18:00-20:00.
 

 

Every Saturday morning the town of Stanford comes to life with their morning market where fresh produce and home-made goodies are sold at great prices. One of my favourites is Havercroft's fudge! The market runs from 09:30-12:00 so you can sleep in a bit before you venture out! You will find the market at the Stanford Hotel veranda. Enjoy!

For more information visit the official Stanford website
Tweet them @visitstanford
Like them on Facebook 
 
GOOD NEWS! You can win two tickets to the Tribute show at Hermanuspietersfontein the 20th of December. Here is how you enter

• Share this post on Facebook and comment on my blog or my Facebook page what your favourite 50's, 60's or 70's song is.

or/and

• Share this post on Twitter and add the following: @LoveHeartsFood I love the oldies #HPFskapie

If you share on Twitter and Facebook you will receive two entries so your chance of winning will be increased :) The winner will be selected by a random number generator and announced the 5th of December. Competition closes the 4th of December at 00:00.

Good luck and I hope you are planning a fantastic holiday!