Bokkom Laan, a Heritage site, is the oldest street in Velddrif. Steeped in history and tradition, some Fish houses still produce Bokkoms, others converted into Restaurants, coffee shop, Gallery and a Heath Cafe. Daily Boat trips depart from Bokkomlaan.
Bokkoms are Mullet that are salted, then strung into bunches and hung up to dry, almost like a fish biltong. They are unique to this part of the West Coast and every visitor to this area should try them before leaving. But it is not all just Bokkoms that you will find in Bokkom Laan, there is also Marina Clunies Art Studio, Ek en Djy Visserye and a restaurant in Bokkom Laan. There are a number of these little buildings which have been declared as national monuments.
It was here that Kokerboom Kaas was born...our venture into the world of cheese-making said David Malan, owner of Kokerboom Kaas on his website.. Guided by the expertise of food scientist Leon Van der Westhuizen and his knowledgeable wife, Elaine, the cheese-making journey began to take shape. By August 2018, our cheese room was complete, and we commenced the production of our first cheese: a mouthwatering Feta with a Greek twist, infused with fresh coriander and red chili. This distinctive creation quickly gained popularity. Nowdays there are a lot of cheeses available. There are tastings on request.. https://www.kokerboomkaas.co.za/
Situated right next to the Marina, you have a great view of the hustle and bustle of the Marina. This is definitely a quaint eatery and worth stopping by.
Charlie’s Brewhouse opened its doors to the public in September 2018. These guys have gone all out to ensure you have a wonderful experience with plenty of craft beer, wine, gin and cocktails.
This restaurant and brewhouse on the West Coast have gone all out to ensure you have a wonderful experience with plenty of craft beer, wine, gin and cocktails, along with food that is befitting of a five star restaurant. They also make a beautiful gin. Poetic License Distillery – A small batch distillery making big, bold gin on the West Coast in South Africa.
he Berg River and the coast around St Helena Bay, so rich in fish, has attracted fishermen for generations.The fishing community soon turned fishing into a thriving industry, with many fishing trawlers coming in from the sea to dock in the Berg River at Laaiplek. Because Port Owen is near the mouth of the Berg River, Velddrif locals often launch their fishing boats here to go out to sea.
Fishing from one of the jetties right in front of The River House is usually extremely rewarding, because of the abundance of shad (also called elf) in the Berg River mouth. The river also yields streenbras about 5km inland from the bridge. You can always catch from the river’s edge – just ask the locals where to try out. There are quite a few places to launch too; take the boat up stream to the marshes, where you are sure to get something.
Surf angling is popular between Velddrif and Dwarskersbos where galjoen are often caught.