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SUMMARY:Family fun: grow your own succulents from scratch (for kids aged 6–12) | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Cultivate a love for all things green and growing with the little ones during the school holidays. In this hands-on family workshop\, we’ll explore the world of ox tongue\, horse teeth\, vetmensies\, kransklokkies and other weirdly wonderful succulents of the South African arid areas. Resident succulent expert Cornell Beukes will take us on a stroll through the garden to the Succulent House where he’ll share his insights on the propagation of succulents and make cuttings. Juice and gelato are included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/family-fun-grow-your-own-succulents-from-scratch-for-kids-aged-6-12-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Cape food: learn to preserve seasonal guavas at Soetmelksvlei
DESCRIPTION:A Boland staple in winter\, a bottle of gleaming guavas could be found in any self-respecting pantry on any farmstead. Today still\, the deliciousness of sweet\, preserved guava is undeniable – and even more so if it’s homemade with care. Join us in the Soetmelksvlei kitchen as we celebrate the bounty of guavas in the heart of winter. After a hands-on morning\, we’ll enjoy a hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant before heading back to Babylonstoren.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/cape-food-learn-to-preserve-seasonal-guavas-at-soetmelksvlei/
LOCATION:Soetmelksvlei – Babylonstoren Farm\, Babylonstoren Farm\, R45 Simondium Road\, Klapmuts\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Lifestyle,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Build your own garden structures | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Babylonstoren is renowned for its beautiful garden structures and every season the vegetable team create new organic shapes to support our abundant ramblers. Join expert gardeners Tenecia Stevens\, Constance Stuurman and Hendrik Gersbach in the vegetable garden to draw inspiration from the variety of wooden\, willow and vine structures that add interest and support. Steaming coffee from the Farm Shop is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse Restaurant is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/build-your-own-garden-structures-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Lifestyle,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250719T083000
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SUMMARY:Learn the art of bookbinding at Soetmelksvlei
DESCRIPTION:There is something magical about running your fingers over the spine of a hand-bound book. Lean to make your own in this beginner workshop at Soetmelksvlei. We’ll explore the Japanese style of binding\, known for its simplicity and beauty. It is a wonderful introduction to traditional craftsmanship. Each participant will bind their own book to take home. Bookbinding is a valuable and fun skill. Handmade notebooks make meaningful and unique gifts\, at the same time promoting sustainability and the use of natural materials. After a hands-on morning\, we’ll enjoy a hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant before heading back.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/learn-the-art-of-bookbinding-at-soetmelksvlei/
LOCATION:Soetmelksvlei – Babylonstoren Farm\, Babylonstoren Farm\, R45 Simondium Road\, Klapmuts\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Lifestyle,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Master meat: all about venison & biltong at Soetmelksvlei
DESCRIPTION:If you’re serious about venison preparation and making your own biltong from scratch\, this workshop is for you. The day will start with a short ride along the picturesque slopes of Simonsberg to Soetmelksvlei\, a historical farmyard set in the late 19th century – a time when life was simpler and craftsmanship was treasured. After a hands-on morning in the Meat Room\, we’ll enjoy a hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant before heading back to Babylonstoren. \n \n 
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/master-meat-all-about-venison-biltong-at-soetmelksvlei-2/
LOCATION:Soetmelksvlei – Babylonstoren Farm\, Babylonstoren Farm\, R45 Simondium Road\, Klapmuts\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Food,Lifestyle,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Cape food: traditional bobotie with guava chutney at Soetmelksvlei
DESCRIPTION:Bobotie is considered the national dish of South Africa\, having been served at a special dinner by the United Nations Women’s Organisation in 1954. Join us in the heritage kitchen of Soetmelksvlei to celebrate this South African icon. Following a short ride along the picturesque slopes of Simonsberg\, we’ll descend towards the historical farmyard\, which represents a time when life was simpler and craftsmanship was treasured. After a hands-on morning in the farm air\, we’ll enjoy a hearty lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant before heading back to Babylonstoren.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/cape-food-traditional-bobotie-with-guava-chutney-at-soetmelksvlei/
LOCATION:Soetmelksvlei – Babylonstoren Farm\, Babylonstoren Farm\, R45 Simondium Road\, Klapmuts\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Lifestyle,Workshop
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