Mpumalanga is known as Paradise Country for its exquisite landscapes, lush vegetation and gorgeous wildlife. As a result, it is one of South Africa’s favourite tourist destinations, welcoming visitors from all over the country and the world to enjoy its beauty and abundance. As a result of this, Mpumalanga is the perfect destination for food and wine festivals, showcasing its creative edge and its natural splendour.
The Mpumalanga Wine Show
White River hosts this two-day show, which proudly exhibits the award-winning wines for which this region is acclaimed. Visitors can taste hundreds of wines from 50 respected producers, ensuring that their experience is expansive, encompassing the entire range of flavours, intensities and bouquets. In addition to wine tastings, visitors will be able to purchase wines, as well as wine accessories, olives, arts and crafts. Tickets can be booked through Computicket or at Money Market counters in Shoprite Checkers supermarkets around Mpumalanga. For more information, call 011 482 5935.
The Brondal Avocado Festival
The picturesque hub of Nelspruit will be hosting the annual Brondal Avocado Festival, usually towards the end of May, when the weather begins to cool and the avocado trees are laden with fruit. This is a great outing for the entire family to enjoy. Attractions and activities at the event include a beer tent, live bands, talent competitions, food stalls, potjie competitions, an incredible air show and clay pigeon shooting. Portions of the money raised are donated to local community projects. For more information, call 014 736 3694.
The Komatipoort Prawn Festival
Enjoy the Mpumalanga winter in style at the ever-popular Komatipoort Prawn Festival. Taste the delicious seafood in a variety of dishes and get great catering tips and ideas. Bring the family along and enjoy plenty of entertainment, including live performances, stalls, a beer tent, and even a funfair for the young (and young at heart). This event is usually held on the Komatipoort Sports Grounds, which are large enough to accommodate the abundance of things to do and see as well as the many visitors that they entice.
Culinary festivals allow visitors to get a literal taste of the towns and cities in which they are held, as well to sample the culture and recreation that make South African destinations so very special.
