If you’re looking for a way to celebrate National Women’s Day on Tuesday 9th August, we’ve got you covered! No matter whether you’re a cup of tea or pint of beer kind of woman, we’ve found something for you to do.
Girl’s day out
Looking for the perfect treat? Go for high tea by the sea at the Presidential Hotel. Between 2pm and 5pm for just R175 pp, you’ll be spoilt with bubbly on arrival and a scrumptious range of sandwiches, scones and treats! The best news? The President will entertain your children while you sip on Bellinis. To book, call 021 434 8111 or email [email protected].
Enjoy a picnic with a view at Emmarentia Live in Joburg while listening to some sweet African tunes. Soak up the sun while the likes of Freshlyground, Mi Casa and Gangs of Ballet get the party started. The concert kicks off at 10am and runs until 4pm. Tickets cost R299 for adults and R50 for children between 6 – 12. For more information, visit emmarentialive.nutickets.co.za.
Treat yourself and your friends to a relaxing day at Boschendal‘s Rose Garden and Orchard Treatment Room. Start off with an afternoon tea (R295 pp) complete with freshly baked pastries, cakes, scones, coffee and Methodé Cap Classique. Then be pampered with a mini spa day (R650 pp) which includes a foot massage, a back, neck and shoulder massage and a back exfoliation. To book your day, email [email protected] or call 021 870 4274.
Some of South Africa’s most iconic female musicians are coming together for a one-of-a-kind concert, Divas Unite. Accompanied by an all-female Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, the event is taking place at Grand Arena, GrandWest. From Gospel to Pop, there’s something to suit all tastes! For more information, visit www.divas-unite.co.za.
All-pink high tea
Catch up with the girls for an all-pink high tea at Benguela on Main in Somerset West and Benguela Brasserie & Restaurant at Lakeside Lodge & Spa in Sedgefield. Expect scrumptious pink treats prepared to match the 50 Shades of Pink theme accompanied by gourmet teas. The Pink High Tea at Benguela on Main is from 12pm – 2:30pm (R250 pp). To book call 087 357 0637 or email [email protected]. The Pink High Tea at Benguela Brasserie is from 2pm – 5pm (R150 pp). To book call 044 343 1844 or email [email protected].
Women love beer too! Which is why SAB World of Beer(Newton, Joburg) is treating beer-loving gals to discounted beer tours from 10am – 5pm on Women’s Day. The tour costs R80 pp and includes two complimentary beers and a Brutal Fruit. To book your tour, call 011 836 4900 or email [email protected].
If you’re looking for something unusual to do, join Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate for a unique 90 minute Cape Fynbos Tea Ceremony. At the elegant event, which is inspired by eastern tea ceremonies, guests will get to experiment and create a personal fynbos blend and indulge in some incredible canapés. The bonus: One lucky guest will be taking home a beautiful Shimansky 18-carat white gold pendant valued at over R40 000! The cost of the event is R650 pp. To book your place, e mail [email protected] or call 021 876 8600.
Whatever you decide to do, we hope you have a fantastic Women’s Day!
