Franschhoek’s pristine Allée Bleue Estate has arranged a smorgesbord of mid-winter events that are sure to peek your attention:

• Saturday, 31 July (lunch): A Christmas in July luncheon replete with a winter-themed buffet menu of delights including a vast selection of farm-fresh salads, pan-fried line fish, roasted meats including a dazzling Glazed Gammon and a mouthwatering array of desserts. Lunch will be served from noon until 15:00 and is priced at R175 per person. To book your table, call +27 (0)21 874 1021.
• Saturday, 31 July (dinner): Funny Men Kurt Schoonraad, Siv Ngesi, Stuart Taylor and Mark Palmer promise to have Allée Bleue’s dinner guests in stitches of laughter. This hilarious show includes a delectable three-course menu and is all priced at R180 per person. Dinner starts promptly at 19:00. Book via Computicket on 083 915 8000 or visit www.computicket.com.
• Sunday, 1 August: Every first Sunday of the month, Allée Bleue offers splendid Sunday Jazz Brunches served from noon until 15:00. Priced at R175 per person and includes light jazz entertainment, it’s the perfect opportunity to meet up with family and friends at a beautiful country setting. To book your table, call +27 (0)21 874 1021.