THE CULINARY FLAGSHIP OF VERGENOEGD LÖW
Clara's is currently being upgraded as we welcome Michelle Theron as our newly appointed Executive Chef. As our in-house culinary lead, Michelle will guide every dining experience and wine pairing across the estate.
Cape Town–born and –bred, Michelle refined her craft in leading Winelands kitchens, with formative stints in Michelin-starred European restaurants. Widely travelled, she brings an international perspective to Cape cuisine, yet her approach remains rooted in authenticity, heritage-inspired flavours, and a deep sense of place.
Her credentials include being named among South Africa’s Top 10 Women Chefs (2021) and recognition as a regional finalist in the San Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition (Africa & Middle East).
Currently at Clara's Barn
Clara’s Barn Fine Dining is currently closed for renovations.
The venue remains available for private and corporate events | Enquiries: events@vergenoegd.co.za
Bookings & Enquiries: Tel +27 (0)21 202 4373 | Email claras@vergenoegd.co.za
What to Expect When
Clara's Barn Reopens
CLARA’S BARN
FINE DINING
An elegant, immersive dining experience in South Africa’s oldest barn, where history and contemporary cuisine meet.
Multi-course, wine-led menus will be presented with precision and quiet confidence, creating a stage for seasonal produce to shine.
CLARA’S BARN
BISTRO
A more relaxed counterpart within the barn, the Bistro will offer approachable, estate-rooted dishes in a refined yet welcoming setting.
Service will be warm and attentive, designed for unhurried enjoyment.
What to enjoy
in the meantime
While Clara's Barn is taking a short break, Vergenoegd still has plenty to enjoy:
Wine
Lounge
Explore wines grown and crafted in our distinctive terrior, shaped by the land and its coastal influence. The Wine Lounge remains open for selected wine tastings, complemented by:
Curated Meat & Cheese Platters, showcasing charcuterie, fine cheeses,
preserves, and seasonal produce.
Heritage Sweet Treats Tasting, offering a journey into South Africa's culinary traditions, reimagined with elegance and restraint.
Geuwels
Restaurant
Geuwels Restaurant at Vergenoegd Löw is now open for lunch, offering relaxed yet refined farm-to-table dining led. The menu celebrates South African heritage flavours through seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and the abundance of our farm. In our Wine Lounge, guests can also enjoy wine-led tasting experiences, including our signature Indigenous Food & Wine Pairing and Heritage Treats.
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Dietary notes: Most allergies and preferences can be accommodated with advance notice. Kindly share requirements when booking.