The Rustic

23/06/2026

18/06/2026

🌶️ Curry Club at The Rustic 🌶️

Join us for our first Curry Club evening as part of our Winter Warmer Evenings series at The Rustic.

📅 Friday, 19 June
🕕 18:00 – 21:30
📍 The Rustic, 15 Von Manger Street, Swellendam
🌟 R235 per person

Nadine from Wrap't Deli will be serving a delicious Indian-inspired feast featuring a variety of flavours to share and enjoy.

✨ Menu ✨

Starter:
• Pakora fritters with minted yoghurt

Main:
Enjoy all three curry selections, served with rice, naan, and cucumber salad:

• Chicken curry
• Beef curry
• Vegetable curry

Accompanied by a selection of table condiments, including salsa, coconut, chutney, and banana.

Dessert:
• A warm Indian-inspired dessert

Some dishes will be mild, some may have a little bite, but all will be packed with flavour.

Bring a friend, your favourite curry-loving human, or come on your own ~ there's always a place at our table.

Please note: We are not permitted to sell alcohol, so feel free to bring the wine or beverage of your choice. We will happily provide glasses and ice if needed. Coffee, tea, and cool drinks will be available to purchase.

Booking is essential to avoid disappointment.

WhatsApp Monet to book:
📞 078 229 1383

More Curry Club dates, including 10 July, will be announced soon.

12/06/2026

🌶️ Join the Curry Club at The Rustic 🌶️

As part of our Winter Warmer Evenings, we're excited to introduce Curry Club to Swellendam!

📅 19 June
📅 10 July

More dates to come.

Nadine from Wrapt Deli will be preparing a delicious selection of curries, served with rice, naan and all the extras that make sharing good food around a table such a pleasure.

Some curries will be mild, some may have a little bite, but all will be packed with flavour.

Bring a friend, bring your family, bring your favourite curry-loving human—or come on your own. Whether you're new to town, looking to meet interesting people, or simply in the mood for a cosy winter evening, there's always a place at our table.

Expect good food, warm conversation, and a relaxed atmosphere filled with the kind of people who make Swellendam such a special place to call home.

Pricing and final menu details will be announced soon as we source the finest ingredients for each evening.

Booking is essential to avoid disappointment.

WhatsApp Monet for booking at:
📞 078 229 1383

📍 The Rustic
15 Von Manger Street, Swellendam

01/06/2026

Join us for First Friday on the 5th of June at The Rustic for two great events.

Firstly, the opening of a black-and-white photographic exhibition called A Moment in Time by Mark Matthysen, Hanja Badenhorst, Carlo Jorge and Hanno Matthysen, exploring snapshots of ordinary life and other social commentaries.

Secondly, the launch of The Rustic Pop-Up Winter Food Experience, which will be hosted over the next three months. We open this Friday with a selection of gourmet soups, a tot of sherry, and artisanal breads, made by Wrap’t.

Join us and hear more about future Ramen evenings, The Curry Club, and lots more.

As well as Jellyfish Peculiarities has unpacked a selection of winter pieces and hidden gems to browse through, from furry jackets to knitted dresses and other curious finds.

This is a warm and welcoming winter food experience combining contemporary cooking, soulful plates, creativity, and great people.

Don’t forget to book.

To keep up with what’s happening at our temporary winter eatery, send a WhatsApp message to +27 68 714 7682 and we’ll keep you in the loop.

Friday, 5th June 2026
17:00 – 21:00
The Rustic, Swellendam

23/05/2026

The Rustic has had another little refresh ✨🌼

Winter may be cold outside, but the shop is feeling bright, playful, and full of personality again.

This week’s featured display includes:
☀️ A cheerful yellow table & chair set to brighten any little nook
🪽 A whimsical hand-carved winged chair with fairycore charm
👜 A brand new Zara statement bag
⭐ Iconic John Fluevog platform shoes with original dust bag ~ bold, funky, and impossible to miss

We love creating corners that feel joyful, artistic, and a little magical.

Current featured prices:
• Yellow table – R1450
• Yellow chairs – R1100
• Yellow table + chairs set special – R2250
• Winged butterfly chair – R1360
• Zara bag – R330
• John Fluevog platforms – R1460

Pop in and come browse ~ there’s always something peculiar waiting for you 💛