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Mother Dough, Stellenbosch — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-09-07
Food & wine

Mother Dough, Stellenbosch

Mother Dough — where good food, great wine and Stellenbosch charm come together.

Sushi push pops in Stellenbosch — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-08-31
Food & wine

Sushi push pops in Stellenbosch

@nici.roux.xx The viral sushi push pops have officially landed in Stellenbosch 🍣✨

A guide to Stellenbosch wine country — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-08-21
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A guide to Stellenbosch wine country

South Africa has a wine region that rivals Napa — for a fraction of the price. 🍷 Most people have never heard of Stellenbosch, but it’s less than…

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Stellenbosch in a little film — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-08-17
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Stellenbosch in a little film

A little film from Stellenbosch — where rolling vineyards, historic streets and golden light come together. 🍇✨

Slow days in the Winelands — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-08-14
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Slow days in the Winelands

A true Stellenbosch country stay at Aan De Meul 🌿🍷 Slow mornings, peaceful countryside, beautiful surroundings and the full Stellenbosch…

A little Stellenbosch escape — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-08-10
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A little Stellenbosch escape

A little escape, a lot of comfort. ✨ Stay at Aan de Meul and slow down, switch off, and soak up the beauty of the Cape Winelands. 🍷🌿

A burger stop, reviewed — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-08-07
Food & wine

A burger stop, reviewed

Too bready, not cheesy enough, and some odd sauces in the mix — a tough crowd for a picky burger eater. After hearing about this one for a while,…

Lunch at Terra — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-08-03
Food & wine

Lunch at Terra

Lunch in Stellenbosch, sorted. Stay at Aan de Meul and head to Terra for it. 12:00–16:30 #Stellenbosch #Stellies

Mother Dough’s wine bar — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-07-30
Food & wine

Mother Dough’s wine bar

WINE BAR NOW OPEN @motherdough1919 Join us at Motherdough Stellenbosch, & Bird Street. Great wines. All your Motherdough favourites, a new…

An evening at Lekker Dutch — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-07-27
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An evening at Lekker Dutch

Such a lovely evening at @lekkerdutch_. A cosy little gem in Stellenbosch, perfectly placed next to Minari, Slurp, and Col’Cacchio. Ideal for a…

The Rust en Vrede winemakers’ lunch — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-07-24
Food & wine

The Rust en Vrede winemakers’ lunch

The Rust en Vrede winemakers lunch is a true Stellenbosch staple.

Wine and tapas at The Wine Glass — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-07-21
Food & wine

Wine and tapas at The Wine Glass

Wine and tapas anyone? This special at @thewineglass_stellenbosch is one to know. Every day between 2 and 6pm, a free glass of wine comes with any…

A visit to Neil Ellis — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-07-13
Food & wine

A visit to Neil Ellis

The perfect wine farm for when you're craving great food, quality wine, and unreal views • Neil Ellis Featuring: @nici.roux.xx #capetowntourism…

Date night at Terra — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-07-01
Food & wine

Date night at Terra

Introducing @terra_stellenbosch’s new Date Night Special 🍷✨ Enjoy a 3-course experience for two, perfectly paired with a bottle of Salt Rock…

At the table with The Fat Butcher — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-06-27
Food & wine

At the table with The Fat Butcher

Stellenbosch done right at The Fat Butcher. 🥩🍷 Perfectly cooked steaks, bold red wine, and that classic, warm atmosphere that makes you want to…

Art and culture in Stellenbosch — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-06-22
Arts & culture

Art and culture in Stellenbosch

Art, culture, and the quiet rhythm of winter. Stellenbosch unfolds as a canvas of inspiration for those drawn to slower, more creative moments…

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Quiz nights around town — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-06-19
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Quiz nights around town

In the mood for testing your knowledge? 🧠✨ Stellenbosch has you covered with quiz nights all week long 🍻

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Date-night ideas in Stellenbosch — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-06-05
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Date-night ideas in Stellenbosch

Date night done right in Stellenbosch 🍷✨ From cosy wine bars to scenic spots, here’s your go-to for the perfect outing. Stay at Aan de Meul for…

Winter warmth in Stellenbosch — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-05-29
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Winter warmth in Stellenbosch

Two fireplaces crackling inside, red wine on the table, and a courtyard that catches the most beautiful winter sun on those unexpected golden…

Three ways to explore Stellenbosch — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-05-25
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Three ways to explore Stellenbosch

Planning a day out in this beautiful town? ☀️🍷 Here are three unforgettable ways to explore, taste, and experience Stellenbosch like a local 🇿🇦✨

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Golden hour at Alluvia — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-05-18
Outdoors

Golden hour at Alluvia

Golden hour at Alluvia Boutique Winery — quietly one of the most beautiful hidden gems in the Stellenbosch winelands 🌅🍇

Winter at Kleinalto — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-05-15
Food & wine

Winter at Kleinalto

Kleinalto in Stellenbosch — winter in die wynlande, waar koue lug en berguitsigte saamkom met warm glase wyn en knus rustigheid. 🍷⛰️ ’n Seisoen…

Solo days and days with friends — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-05-08
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Solo days and days with friends

BESTIE OR SOLO DATE IDEAS IN #STELLENBOSCH ✨

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Food spots worth returning to — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-04-20
Food & wine

Food spots worth returning to

Appreciate good food — and if it doesn’t hit, it doesn’t get a second visit. These spots are so good they’ve become regulars 🍽️✨

Wine country by tractor — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-04-13
Outdoors

Wine country by tractor

A unique way to experience South African wine tourism is by exploring the Stellenbosch wine route by tractor. Here’s what to know:

A family outing to Dino Kingdom — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-04-10
Outdoors

A family outing to Dino Kingdom

@dinokingdomcapetown 25 Bottelary Road, Cape Town. Next to Saddles Steak House. Tickets range from R20 to R350

A day of Winelands tasting — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-03-24
Food & wine

A day of Winelands tasting

An unforgettable full-day wine tasting through exploring South Africa's premier wine regions of Stellenbosch & Franschhoek.

At the table with Mila & Von — photo 1 shared by @aandemeul on 2026-03-16
Food & wine

At the table with Mila & Von

Whether it’s a lazy brunch, afternoon wine, or dinner under the fairy lights — Mila & Von is the kind of spot you’ll want to linger in.

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