Hermanus has once again proven its status as a world-class culinary destination, with Bientang’s Cave earning the coveted Diamond Award at the 2025 Diners Club SA Winelist Awards.
This prestigious recognition places the beloved local establishment among the elite wine destinations in the Western Cape and across South Africa.
For more than three decades the Diners Club Winelist Awards have served as the gold standard for wine excellence in South Africa’s hospitality industry. The Diamond Award represents the second-highest tier of recognition, acknowledging wine lists that demonstrate exceptional curation, diversity and commitment to enhancing the dining experience. “This achievement reflects not just our dedication to sourcing exceptional wines,” said the owners Giangi Negra and Sylvia Taylor, “but our commitment to providing our guests with an unforgettable experience that captures the essence of the Hermanus wine and dining scene.”
The awards operate across five prestigious tiers – Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, and the ultimate Icon Award. Bientang’s Cave’s Diamond recognition places it in rarefied company, competing alongside establishments from across the Western Cape and demonstrating that Hermanus continues to punch above its weight in the culinary world. The competition criteria are carefully aligned with global trends, reflecting the international standards that South African hospitality venues are increasingly meeting and exceeding.
This recognition comes as excellent news for Hermanus’ reputation as a premier destination for food and wine enthusiasts. With the town already renowned for its whale watching, scenic beauty and proximity to world-class wine regions, Bientang’s Cave’s Diamond Award adds another compelling reason for visitors to explore what the area has to offer. The award also highlights the strength of the local hospitality sector, demonstrating that Hermanus venues can compete with the finest establishments in Cape Town and beyond.
As Bientang’s Cave celebrates this remarkable achievement the award serves as recognition not just of the restaurant’s individual excellence, but of Hermanus’ growing reputation as a destination where world-class wine meets exceptional dining. The 2025 Diners Club SA Winelist Awards once again prove that South African hospitality continues to set international standards, and some of the finest examples can be found right here in our coastal paradise.
