THE FRANSCHHOEK EXPERIENCE

COLLECTORS EDITION

COFFEE TABLE BOOK

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Featuring over 300 pages of gorgeous visual imagery and editorial content. An immersive experience showcasing renowned estates, restaurants and local experiences. Explore the history, culture, community and natural beauty of the historic and charming Franschhoek Valley.

  • Book front cover with text "Franschhoek South Africa" and an image of grapes and vineyard leaves
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book spread with an introduction to Franschhoek, South Africa, featuring a bottle of Cap Classique
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book featuring the Contents page with patisserie from award-winning La Cotte Farm Millhouse.
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book Foreword page by Reuben with an image of a Cape sunbird and a King Protea
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book with an image of a cheese board with grapes, fruit, bread, and wine at Bischendal estate on the left page, and a paragraph describing South African cuisine on the right page.
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book with a spread titled "The Dining Experience" displaying a roasted meat with sauce being poured over it at Boschendal Estate.
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book featuring renowned chef, Reuben Riffel with a glass of red wine in Reuben's restaurant
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book with an image of La Cotte Farm, HISTORIC HUGUNOT ESTATE established 1694."
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book with a spread titled 'The Wines' with a photo of La Motte wines on the left page, and text on the right page about Franschhoek, South Africa's wines.
  • The Franschhoek Experience Book open book with text on the left page and an image of an adult elephant and a baby elephant on the right page.

About the book

“Growing up in Franschhoek, I’ve witnessed its transformation from a small village with just a handful of restaurants to a global food destination. I’ve had the chance to help support young people from our community as they build their own paths in the hospitality world. This book is a reminder of how good things come together — honest ingredients, passionate people and time well spent.”

— Reuben Riffel

CHEF AND RESTAURATEUR

“Franschhoek has been my home for 30 years. It’s where I’ve spent more than two decades leading the kitchen of The Tasting Room at Le Quartier Français, and where Isabelo Feeding Hungry Minds began in 2009. Over the years, I’ve seen creativity and care shape every part of this village — this place is full of stories worth sharing, and this book captures some of that magic.”

— Margot Janse

CHEF & FOUNDER OF ISABELO CHARITY

“Franschhoek holds a special place in the hearts of those who visit and those of us lucky enough to call it home. This book brings together many of the experiences that make our valley unique. I hope it helps you discover something new — the valley has so much to offer, and this book is just the beginning of that journey. There’s always more to explore and always a reason to return.”

— Ruth McCourt

FRANSCHHOEK WINE VALLEY TOURISM

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The Franschhoek Experience Luxury Book The Franschhoek Experience Luxury Book
The Franschhoek Experience Luxury Book
ZAR 800.00

To place an order or to contact us please send us an email with your request and we will get back to you with payment and delivery options. Your book will be carefully packed and shipped within 3-5 working days of receipt of payment confirmation.

*Also available for collection in the Franschhoek Village, or we can deliver to you free of charge within 10km of the village centre.