Pickle & preserve the season's abundance at Soetmelksvlei

29 January 2026, 12 March 2026, 24 April 2026, 04 June 2026, 04 December 2026

Join us for a hands-on workshop on all things pickled and preserved at the picturesque Soetmelksvlei farmyard.

R 1600 per person.

Only 10 spaces available

Grandma’s pickles and preserves are part of a new revival of eating seasonal food and minimising food waste. Join us in the heritage kitchen of Soetmelksvlei as we unpack this traditional South African practice.

Following a short ride along the picturesque slopes of Simonsberg, we’ll descend towards the historical farmyard of Soetmelksvlei, which represents a time when life was simpler and craftsmanship was treasured. Here, we’ll join Rina van Velden for a hands-on morning of making our own pickled and preserved foods.

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.