Award-winning Daily Maverick journalist brings her trademark insight and humour to Steenberg Farm this Women’s Month.

Cape Town, 03 August 2026 – Award-winning journalist, author and Daily Maverick senior writer Rebecca Davis will headline a special Women’s Month event at Steenberg Farm on Thursday, 27 August 2026, bringing her trademark blend of sharp observation, honesty and humour to a conversation about the realities of modern womanhood.

Hosted at Bistro Sixteen82, the evening will see Davis reflect on the pressures, expectations and everyday challenges women face as they navigate careers, family life and an increasingly demanding world.

Drawing on her experiences as a journalist, author, and commentator on South African society, she will offer a candid and often humorous perspective on the balancing act that defines so many women’s lives today.

A senior writer at Daily Maverick and author of Self-helpless: A Cynic’s Search for Sanity and Best White: And Other Anxious Delusions, Davis is widely recognised for her incisive commentary on South African politics, culture and media.

“Women’s Month provides an important opportunity to reflect on the experiences, contributions and challenges of women from all walks of life,” says Jessica Louw, Marketing Manager at Steenberg Hospitality.

“Rebecca has a remarkable ability to tackle complex and often challenging topics with intelligence, honesty and humour. Her reflections on modern womanhood are both relatable and thought-provoking, and we look forward to hosting an evening of meaningful conversation and connection.”

The event takes place at Bistro Sixteen82 from 18h30 and is priced at R875 per person. The experience includes a glass of bubbly on arrival, followed by a collection of sharing plates, hearty mains and decadent desserts.

Bookings can be made via Dineplan.

The event also marks the first in a series of speaker evenings planned at Steenberg over the coming months, bringing together influential voices and fresh perspectives in an intimate dining setting in the heart of the Constantia Valley.

About Steenberg:

Steenberg Farm boasts the 5-Star Steenberg Hotel & Spa, one of 2025’s recipients of a Michelin Key in the ‘very special stay’ category and recently named one of the top ten hotels in Africa in Condé Nast’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Its 24 rooms encapsulate the dictum of understated luxury, offering spectacular views and discreet, personalised service. Choose from relaxed dining at Tryn or popular bistro-style fare and tapas at Bistro Sixteen82. A complete destination, the farm houses an exceptional winery, producing some of the finest Sauvignon Blanc in South Africa, along with several other celebrated varietals.

Michelin Keys, considered the world’s answer to Michelin Stars, sets a new benchmark for stays that combine design, service, and soul. The Condé Nast 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards listed the best hotels across the continent, including luxury lodges from big-name brands to boutique boltholes across Northern and Southern Africa. Steenberg’s score of 98.0 represented the overall average level of satisfaction.