Paternoster Art & Food Retreat

1-8 November 2026

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The Paternoster Art and Food Retreat creates a captivating and enriching experience, blending the artistic essence of the coastal town with the culinary delights it has to offer. The retreat’s focus on fostering creativity, connection, and culinary exploration creates a unique and immersive opportunity for individuals seeking a well-rounded experience.

Paternoster’s charm, rooted in its historical evolution and picturesque landscapes, provides a perfect backdrop for the retreat. The mention of the town’s connection to the San people, its maritime heritage, and the possible origin of its name from Portuguese seafarers adds a layer of mystique to the overall narrative.

Your art program includes watercolour, drawing, oils, and a little mixed media. Beginners are welcome. We paint what is around Paternoster: ocean, surf, rocks, fish, people and fisherman’s cottages and a bit of abstract. If you are intermediate or advanced you are welcome to express and experiment. I usually teach by explaining, demo and help, but I never paint it for you – that is cheating. We draw and paint outside on the beach, inside the hotel and at the restaurants.  The art program changes before I arrive.

The food program integrates itself into our week. We visit the best Paternoster has to offer – restaurants like Oep ve Koep, Voorstrand, De Seekat, Leeto, Gaatjie, Noisy Oyster, and culinary experiences like Paternoster Wine and Tasting Lounge as well as our Seafood and Fish braai with local chef Ursula (exclusively for us), and Uro, Italian maestro. Most restaurants feature local Malay inspired flavours and seafood. If you are vegetarian like me, you will be fine.

Please note for Wolfgat, you need to be booked months in advance and is available on dineplan.com. If you are steak and chips – it is not for you, but speaking for myself, Kobus Van Der Merwe delivers like few in the world in fine dining. He is there at the top.

In summary, the Paternoster Art and Food Retreat invites individuals to indulge in the beauty of art, culture, and delights amidst the enchanting landscapes and creative tapestry of Paternoster’s coastal allure.

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Accommodation & transport

Suggested places to stay:

https://www.getaway.co.za/travel/travel-ideas/places-to-stay/where-to-stay-in-paternoster/

https://paternosterrentals.co.za/

https://www.sa-venues.com/accommodation/paternoster.php

Avoid Kliprug, enquire how safe the lodging is when you book. The closer the ocean, the more expensive the accommodation is.

You are responsible for your own transport.