Le Mariage de Annika & Guillaume
We’re excited to celebrate our love in our favourite place with our best people.
Our wedding will take place across two days, with an intimate ceremony in Churchhaven followed by a bigger party in Cape Town.
Wedding Ceremony
Wednesday 19th March
4:00 PM
St Peter’s Church, Churchhaven
Our intimate ceremony will be followed by cocktails, music and dinner at the old church hall.
Dress code: Summertime semi-formal: light suits, summer dresses, comfortable shoes (e.g., loafers for the boys; block heels, wedges or flats for the girls)
To note: It is a 90min drive from Cape Town. Please arrive in the village latest 2pm to check in to accommodation
Accommodation: accommodation is booked from Wednesday to Friday morning. We will communicate logistics and costs closer to the time.
Wedding Party
Friday 21st March
7pm - late
The Brouwer House, 14 Carbrook Avenue, Claremont
One celebration is not enough! Join us for cocktails and dancing to end off the wedding week with a boogie.
Dress code: Cocktail: smart jackets, party dresses
To note: advised to Uber to and from your Cape Town accommodation
We have no programme in Churchhaven for Thursday 20th other than beach, braai and jeux de boules...
Optional activities
Sunday hike & sundowners on the beach
Sunday 16th March
Time + location: TBC
RSVP in March
Welcome to Cape Town
..your new favourite city. From the mountain to the sea, from the penguins to the wineries.. there is an endless amount to do, see, eat and drink!
We’ve pulled together a list of our favourite places, but there’s much more to explore.
Please reach out if you need additional advice.
Travel & Reccomendations
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Direct flights to Cape Town fly from London and Paris every day. If a pre or post wedding safari is on the cards, you might want to fly via Johannesburg.
You'll need a car to get around. Renting one is ideal, if you are comfortable. Uber's are also super cheap and readily available. If you'd prefer a dedicated driver for your trip or for a day tour, Martin at CalMart Tours is super reliable and affordable: +27 67 106 0139
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Seaside:
o Bakoven: beautiful spots On the water and On the mountain
o Clifton: On the beach – most famous beaches in Cape Town
o Llandudno beach: ~20 minute drive from city – best views and surf
o Kalk Bay and St James: chilled beach town ~30 minute drive from city – family friendly
Mountain side/ in the city:
o Greenpoint/Seapoint: super accessible close to everything but smaller properties
o Tamboerskloof: Best View of the mountain, 10 min drive to beach and 5 mins to restaurants
o Bo Kaap: The Dorp Boutique hotel– our favourite
o Newlands: suburban, close to the botanical gardens, around the corner from Annika’s parents home, near the forest, restaurants ~20 mins to beach
o Vineyard hotel– suburban, beautiful gardens, great for kids, around the corner from Annika’s parents home
o Constantia: suburbs/winelands: ~ 20 minute drive from city – close to wineries, bigger homes, beautiful forests
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Restaurants
Fine Dining:
o Chefs Warehouse: our go to for a summer long lunch, amazing wine! – must book
o Constantia Glen: for cheese, wine and a beautiful afternoon
o La Colombe: 8-12 courses – must book
o Pot Luck Club: fun, modern, unbelievable Sunday boozy brunch with an epic view of the city
o Galjoen: 5 course seafood - amazing
City central:
o Ouzeri
o Kloof Street House
o Between Us
o Too many to list - you can’t go wrong in Kloof or Bree street..
Stellenbosch Winelands (must book all)
o Gate at Quoin Rock
o The Table at De Meyer
o The Kraal at Joostenberg
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Lunch/Brunch:
- Must-eats Jason’s Bakery Croissants
- Oranjezicht CIty Farmers Market: Saturday + Sunday, 8 – 5pm
- Loading Bay for brunch, perfect after a hike
- The Power & the Glory’s sandwiches and hotdogs
- Giovanni’s Deli for Picnics or Snacks or Groceries for the Airbnb (get their dips)
- The burger at Clarke’s Dining
- Bagels from Max’s Bagels
Must-drink:
- Secret Gin bar on Loop street
- Power and the Glory
- Athletic Social Club
- A Drink at the top of Zeitz MOCAA
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Hiking around Table Mountain:
o Moderate:
Lions Head: 2 hours up and down; winding 2km route with a bit of climbing near the top
Pipe Track: flat walk across the mountain, ~1hour
o Hard:
Platteklip Gorge (front of Table Mountain/city side): 3hours up; direct route to top of mountain (can take cable car down).
Kasteelpoort Trail (back of mountain/ocean side): 4-5 hours up and down; challenging
Cycling around the city and mountain with Menno Brouwer - if you can keep up!
Robben Island: cultural experience to understand Nelson Mandela’s story
Cape Point: beautiful scenic drive into nature reserve with walks along the coast
Kalk Bay and Simons Town:
o Visit the penguins on Boulders Beach
o Swim in the Dalebrook Tidal pool
o Surf at Muizenberg
Beach days:
o Clifton 1st or 2nd beach; Glen Beach; Llandudno – all good for Sunset drinks
o Kommetjie and Scarborough ~ 30 – 45mins from city
Constantia wine route:
o Constantia Glen for wine tasting and lunch
o Groot Constantia for a picnic under the trees or light lunch
o Beau Constantia Wine Estate + Chefs Warehouse restaurant
o Cape Point Vineyards
For kids
o Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens great for walks, picnics,
o Aquarium at the V+A Waterfront
Outside of Cape Town:
o Wine tasting in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek ~1 hour from Cape Town, can do with a driver for a day or stay the night
o Stay overnight in Franschhoek: La Chataigne – run by the Parkfelt's - one of Annika's besties
o Must visit: Babylonstoren – beautiful farm for visit with kids, wine tasting, lunch, picnic. Annika’s Mum does flower arranging here!
o Boschendal: beautiful for lunch
