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South Africa, Riebeek Valley, February 2007; The annual Riebeek Valley Olive Festival will take place on 5 and 6 May 2007. It is the largest of its kind in Southern Africa.

The quaint sister towns of Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West which are only 5 kilometers apart will play host to a variety of activities over the diarised weekend. Noted as a highlight on the annual South African culinary calendar, the festival will offer a variety of restaurant choices and interesting market food stalls. Accommodation varying from the luxurious to the charming bed & breakfast and self-catering is also on offer.

Highlights during the weekend include:

• Olive grove tours
• Olive and olive oil tastings
• Wine cellar tours and wine tastings
• Cheese tastings
• Farmers market offering local olive products, fresh produce and local delicacies
• Olive inspired menus at the participating restaurants
• Art exhibitions
• Performances by well-known musicians

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