What’s on in September

September 11th, 2023


Throw open the windows and let in the light! We’re looking forward to clivias in the colours of the sun and sipping rosé to ...

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Going, going, green

September 2nd, 2023


We’re committed to recycling, reusing, and continually developing a more reducetarian lifestyle in all aspects of the farm. New developments in this field means ...

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What’s on in August

August 7th, 2023


The last citrus in the garden, flowering fynbos and three new additions to taste and see on the farm. 




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What’s on in July

July 13th, 2023


The arrival of winter brings a sense of calm and stillness, blanketing the farm in a soft haze.






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What’s on in June

June 13th, 2023


Winter has arrived in full force on the farm, bringing big, wet spells and signalling a time of rest in the garden.


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What’s on in May

May 16th, 2023


A determined chill has gripped the Boland air as the farm and garden brace for winter’s full force. In the month of May, autumn ...

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Boland Risotto

May 5th, 2023


It’s nearing a decade since the first carnaroli rice harvest was sickled from the paddy at Babylonstoren. Boland risotto … who would have thought?!


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EASTER RECIPE: Cape Malay pickled aubergine

April 5th, 2023


We’ve put a plant-based spin on the beloved pickled fish traditionally enjoyed at Easter using seasonal aubergine.







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Coming up pumpkins

March 8th, 2023


Each autumn we eagerly await the moment our gardeners unveil the collection of pumpkins they’ve been tending to all summer.



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Playing with blue and white – the story of Babylonstoren’s blue china

February 28th, 2023


Babylonstoren’s garden holds many treasures – from heirloom fruit varieties and a pebbled water spiral to secret shady spots and shards of blue china.

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