Meet the Makers: Chilli & Wine Festival

BANHOEK VALLEY HOSTS FIRST-EVER MEET THE MAKERS WINE & CHILLI FESTIVAL

The dramatic mountain landscapes of the Banhoek Valley will set the stage for a bold new celebration of flavour when the inaugural Meet the Makers: Wine & Chilli Festival takes place at Banhoek Chilli Oil Company on Saturday, 21 March 2026.

Bringing together some of the valley’s most respected wine producers alongside innovative chilli artisans, the festival promises a vibrant day of tastings, storytelling and discovery in one of the Cape Winelands’ most picturesque settings.

Visitors will have the opportunity to meet and taste wines from 13 celebrated Banhoek Valley producers, including Rainbows End Wines, Miles Mossop Wines, Delaire Graff Estate, Alluvia Boutique Winery, Zevenwacht Wine Estate, Grondpad Wines, Clouds Estate, Tokara Wine Estate, Hogan Wines, Capensis Wines, Le Pommier Wine Estate, Thelema Mountain Vineyards and Camberley Wines.

Complementing the wines will be a diverse selection of artisanal chilli condiments from passionate producers including Chili Lizzi, Spicy Bulldog, Dam Fine, C&D Hot Sauce, Donkiebyt, Konfyt Susters, Anton se Koskarmenaadjies, Lelos Tasty Foods, Massimo’s Spiriti Famosi, The Vanilla & A Taste of Madagascar, Bangbroek, BCO Taste Lab and Turqle Brands.

Set on the scenic Banhoek Chilli Farm along Old Banghoek Road in Kylemore, the festival offers more than just tastings. Guests can enjoy relaxed conversations with winemakers, chefs and food artisans, discover inventive chilli creations from the Southern Hemisphere’s largest chilli deli, and soak up the natural beauty of the valley while sampling exceptional wines and bold flavours.

“We wanted to create something that celebrates the incredible makers in our valley in a way that feels personal and authentic,” says Ken Kinsey-Quick. “Banhoek is known for its world-class wines, and pairing that with the creativity of the chilli makers felt like a natural fit. It’s about bringing people together to taste, explore and meet the people behind the products.”

Event details
Where: Banhoek Chilli Farm, Old Banghoek Road, Kylemore, Stellenbosch
When: Saturday, 21 March 2026
Gates open: 11:00
Ticket via Quicket: BOOK HERE

Ticket options

• General Admission: Entry + chilli product tasting – R85
• Premium Tasting Experience: Entry + wine and chilli product tasting – R195
• Children under 12: Free entry (booking required)

Bonus: Each ticket includes a complimentary 250ml bottle of Original Banhoek Chilli Oil (valued at R110), giving visitors an added taste of the Banhoek experience to take home.

With world-class wines, bold chilli flavours and the spectacular backdrop of the Banhoek Valley, the inaugural Meet the Makers: Wine & Chilli Festival promises a memorable day celebrating craftsmanship, creativity and connection.

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