Are you planning to eat out this Mother’s Day? Why not treat yourself and your mom to a fabulous lunch, or high tea at one of these top spots. Be sure to book soon as they’re selling out fast!
Try out one of these high tea hotspots
Johannesburg and Pretoria
Three-course Mother’s Day lunch at Kieviets Kroon Country Estate
Escape to the countryside and tuck into a mouthwatering buffet lunch, hosted by the award-winning chefs at Kievits Kroon Country Estate’s Kingsley Carvery Restaurant. There’ll be plenty of options for meat lovers and vegetarians alike. Then, after dessert why not take a stroll through the perfectly manicured gardens and enjoy your coffee at one of the popular picnic spots on the estate?
Where: Plot 41 Reier Road, Pretoria East
When: Sunday 14 May
Cost: From R350 per person
Contact: 0860 543 8487
Delicious lunch at Tradewinds restaurant
This Mother’s Day, you’ll have a chance to enjoy a light lunch packed with colourful cocktails and decadent dishes at Tradewinds, one of SA’s top restaurants at the Sandton Hilton. You can choose to eat from either their classic set menu, or a delightful Sunday buffet. Don’t miss this chance to make your mom’s day extra special!
Where: 138 Rivonia Road, Sandton, Johannesburg
When: Sunday 14 May
Cost: Varies
Contact: 011 322 1888
Durban
Local lunch buffet at Vasco’s restaurant
The Hilton Durban is offering a hearty buffet lunch at their South African inspired Vasco’s Restaurant. You, your mom, as well as friends and family can devour divine Indian cuisine, or sample sensational seafood. With such a wide spread on offer, there’ll be something to suit every taste.
Where: 12-14 Walnut Road, Durban
When: Sunday 14 May
Cost: R450 per person
Contact: 031 336 8100
High tea at the Oyster Box
Don’t fancy lunch? Why not do something different and treat yourself and your mom to an award-winning high tea? Relax, while listening to beautiful piano music while sipping a cup of tea at the Oyster Box’s stunning premises. There will be at least 20 delicious baked sweet and savoury treats for you to dine on, all made with the meticulous care and innovative flavours the Oyster Box is famous for.
Where: Pearl Room at The Oyster Box, 2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga
When: Sunday 14 May, 3:00 to 5:00 pm
Cost: R390 per person
Contact: 031 514 5018
Cape Town
Superb lunch buffet at Rhebokskloof
This beautiful wine farm is the perfect place to enjoy a lazy family lunch, with loads of space on the grounds for children to run around and enjoy themselves. You’ll absolutely love the decadent three station spread on offer, which will include succulent roast beef; a delightful seafood spread; and an array of rich, chocolate deserts.
Check out some restaurants in Paarl.
Where: Wine Route Number 8, Paarl, Windmeul
When: Sunday 14 May
Cost: R345 per adult, R175 for children aged six to 12, R75 for toddlers aged two to five, babies under two enter for free.
Contact: 021 869 8386
High tea at the Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
This is hands down, one of our favourite high tea hotspots, so if you’d really like to spoil your mom this year, be sure to book your spot. Besides the delicious treats on display (look forward to an impressive array of snacks on three-tiered cake stands), you’ll love the stunning views from the Leopard Bar too!
Where: Victoria Street, Camps Bay, Cape Town
When: Sunday 14 May, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Cost: R310 per person
Contact: 021 437 9029
