Easter in the Village
Easter weekend is just around the corner, and that means big family gatherings, chocolate egg hunts, and an endless supply of hot cross buns are in order! The festivities have already kicked off in the Village Garden with an adorable kids’ craft and gardening workshop hosted this past weekend – but the main events are still to come. Here’s your round-up of everything happening in the Village this Easter.
Kicking Off in the Village Garden
The children of Somerset West came out to play in the Village Garden this past Saturday, and what a wonderful earthy, rabbity, chocolatey, pizza-filled morning it was! After some Easter-themed crafts and an epic garden treasure hunt, the kids were treated to a feast, generously provided by local businesses.
A big thank you to Pizza Perfect, Manzi Water, KwikSpar Somerset at Lion Square, Tyson Properties and The Workshop for bringing the magic together!
Somerset West’s Best Hot Cross Buns
The smell of cinnamon and nutmeg drifting down Main Road and Bright Street can only mean one thing: the master bakers at KWIKSPAR Somerset at Lion Square and Schoon Café have been up since 5 am, preparing for the annual contest to crown Somerset West’s best hot cross buns. If you’d like to join the judging panel, be sure to arrive bright and early while they’re still warm from the oven – and don’t miss Schoon’s early bird coffee special: just R25 between 7 and 9 am, Monday to Friday.
Stock up for the weekend at SPAR
Whether you're prepping for a chocolate egg hunt or hosting Sunday lunch, it’s time to get your bunnies in a row and head down to Spar. They’ve got everything you may need, and more:
A wide range of chocolate treats (local and imported)
Custom meat cuts prepared by Leon at the butcher (if you have something specific in mind, you’re welcome to pop in during the week and let him know exactly what you need)
Freshly baked hot cross buns by the dozen – enough to feed all your cousins, aunties, uncles, grandparents… and even that surprise neighbour or two!
Out and About with The Smokey Brisket
Let’s be real – a long weekend spent entirely with kids on a sugar high might feel a little too long. That’s where The Smokey Brisket comes in with fun for the whole family on both Friday evening and Sunday afternoon.
BONFIRE BASH – Friday, 18 April
📍 The Smokey Brisket, Fountain Square
🕔 From 17:00 till late (doors open from noon)
🎶 Live acoustic set by Jacques Valentyn
🍷 Free wine tasting & delicious eats
🎨 Kids’ Arts & Crafts from 16:00 with two staff on duty (because Mom & Dad deserve a night out too!)
KIDS EASTER PARTY – Sunday, 20 April
📍 The Smokey Brisket, Fountain Square
🕐 13:00 – 17:00
For the little ones:
🐰 Easter Pass @ R300
Includes a Kids Burger & Chips, Cool Drink, Easter Party Box, Egg Hunt, Crafts, Games & Prizes!
For the grown-ups:
🍽️ Easter weekend specials on our soul food-inspired menu, refreshing cocktails, and ice-cold beers.
📞 Bookings essential:
📱 074 237 3512 / 084 782 6511
📧 bookings@smokeybrisket.co.za
See You in the Village!
Whatever you get up to in the Village this Easter, we hope it’s a joyful, chocolate-filled, and blessed time for you and your loved ones.