# Event Details - **Event Name**: Preparing for Christmas - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 16 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 am - **Event Description**: ? Announcing: Preparing for Christmas, a workshop at FLUISTERBOS – A BEAUTIFUL CREATIVE EXPERIENCE ? Escape the holiday rush and begin your festive season with calm, creativity, and connection at Fluisterbos! Join us for a unique, hands-on workshop designed to slow down the start of the holidays and inspire your own South African-style Christmas ? *What to Expect: Two Hands-On Workshops* This isn't your typical busy holiday event! It's a relaxed, intimate experience set among the tranquil trees of Fluisterbos, featuring two incredible sessions: 1. *Festive Cooking Class with Chef Willie:* Get hands-on with renowned Chef Willie as he guides you in preparing a delightful part of your festive menu. Part One: Planning & Effortless Entertaining Get ready to wow your friends and family this holiday season as the marvelous Willie Cloete guides you through creating a fantastic, memorable Christmas meal. Willie will share his expert tips, focusing on advance preparation and smart savings, to ensure your hosting is the talk of the town! All cooking levels are welcome! This workshop is designed to be completely doable for both new and experienced people in the kitchen. Come learn, have fun, and enjoy a delicious experience. What You'll Learn & Enjoy Your ticket covers the workshop instruction and an amazing delicious lunch prepared by Chef Willie himself. The core focus of this workshop is on making your Christmas stress-free: *Easy Christmas Menu Planning: Learn how to plan and execute a full menu that can be made in advance, drastically reducing your effort on Christmas Day. *Smarter Shopping and Cooking Tips: Discover Willie’s expert tips on how to shop and cook cheaper and smarter for the holidays—essential for keeping costs down! *Festive Baking Demonstration: Watch Willie prepare and learn how to make a show-stopping Christmas pull-apart bread. *Dessert Focus: Learn the secret to a perfect Christmas pavlova (which you'll get to enjoy for dessert!). *Workshop Lunch Feature: You will be served a delightful lunch of pork and chicken terrine with a fresh green salad. Your Festive Goodie Bag Each attendee will leave with a special goodie bag containing everything you need to start planning your perfect Christmas: *Complete Menu Recipes: A collection of nice recipes for a complete menu to keep you inspired. *Mini Treat: A delightful mini fruitcake (150g) to enjoy! 2. Setting the Scene: Christmas Table Styling with Petro: Learn from Petro how to create a beautiful, uniquely South African tablescape to welcome your guests this season. Plus, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by Chef Willie and a special *festive drink* included in your ticket as you connect with others in this peaceful setting. --- Event Details * Date: Sunday, 16 November 2025 * Time: 10:00 – 14:00 * Venue: Fluisterbos, Pretoria * Tickets: R490 per person (includes two workshops, lunch, and a festive drink, take home gift bag) * Capacity: We are strictly limited to 20 guests to keep the experience intimate and relaxed. --- Don't miss out on this calm, creative start to the festive season! Secure your spot early for a morning of craftsmanship, culinary insight, and beautiful design. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pretoria/preparing-for-christmas/200029109339417 - **Event Categories**: christmas, workshops, cooking, food-drinks, holiday, art, shopping - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 18 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Pretoria - **state**: GT - **country**: South Africa - **location**: Portion 4 Kleinklipkop 287 JR, Moloto Rd, Pretoria, 0001, Pretoria, South Africa - **lat**: -25.69288 - **long**: 28.28347 - **full address**: Portion 4 Kleinklipkop 287 JR, Moloto Rd, Pretoria, 0001, Pretoria, South Africa ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Preparing for Christmas - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b7707cb924f41aa458ca255645eb932f099f5281904068a10a37fced1198dd05-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc961507-gmir?v=1762553127 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Preparing for Christmas being held? - **A:** Preparing for Christmas takes place on Sun, 16 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sun, 16 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 am at Portion 4 Kleinklipkop 287 JR, Moloto Rd, Pretoria, 0001, Pretoria, South Africa. - **Q**: Who is organizing Preparing for Christmas? - **A:** Preparing for Christmas is organized by Fluisterbos. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Preparing for Christmas is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pretoria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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