Lume at Rhebokskloof
Where Fire Meets Fine Dining
Welcome to a place where fire illuminates flavour and dining becomes memory.
Lume is a refined dining destination in the Paarl Winelands where flame, season, and precision shape every dish. Under the direction of restaurateur Marco de Matos and Head Chef Lance Peters, the kitchen returns to one of the oldest culinary elements: fire.
Each plate is crafted with restraint and intention, allowing exceptional ingredients to reveal their character through smoke, heat, and time.
Refined. Elemental. Unforgettable.
Whether joining us for a relaxed lunch in the Winelands or an unforgettable evening at the table, Lume invites guests to slow down and savour the moment.
Our Story
Lume was founded by restaurateur Marco de Matos with a simple idea: modern fine dining can return to its elemental origins.
Drawing on classical technique and open-fire traditions, Marco created a space where flame becomes both a tool and a storyteller. Carefully sourced produce is transformed through heat and patience into dishes defined by depth, texture, and clarity of flavour.
Inspired by the landscape of the Paarl Winelands, the menu celebrates seasonal ingredients prepared over open flame. Each plate reflects a balance between refined technique and natural simplicity.
Thoughtful, seasonal, and deeply rooted in place.
The Experience
Throughout the day on Rhebokskloof Estate, Lume offers an immersive dining journey shaped by fire, flavour, and atmosphere.
From relaxed midday lunches overlooking the estate to refined evenings around the table, the menu evolves with the seasons and is guided by exceptional produce.
Fine dining here is not defined by excess, but by balance. Thoughtful craftsmanship, elegant simplicity, and an atmosphere designed for presence, connection, and lasting memory.
The Language of Fire
Fire introduces nuance that cannot be replicated through conventional cooking. It brings subtle smoke, natural caramelisation, and a living unpredictability that demands mastery.
At Lume, the open kitchen celebrates this dialogue between control and nature. The result is cuisine that feels both timeless and contemporary, where each dish reveals depth through flame, patience, and craft.
The Team
Founder
Marco de Matos
Marco de Matos is a restaurateur driven by a passion for hospitality, flavour, and the creation of spaces where people gather around exceptional food.
Throughout his career, Marco has contributed to several respected dining establishments, including the acclaimed Baia Seafood Restaurant, where he played an important role in maintaining its reputation for outstanding dining experiences.
His journey in the Paarl Winelands also includes El Picoteo, the alfresco tapas concept at Rhebokskloof that celebrates relaxed shared meals and familiar flavours.
With Lume, Marco presents a refined expression of his vision. Inspired by the surrounding landscape, the restaurant returns to the elemental power of fire, creating a dining experience where craftsmanship and seasonality exist in harmony.
Head Chef
Lance Peters
With more than 23 years of culinary experience, Head Chef Lance Peters has built a career defined by passion, precision, and creativity.
Beginning at the foundation of the kitchen brigade, Lance refined his craft through discipline, long hours, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence. Opportunities to work locally and internationally broadened his technical expertise and exposed him to diverse culinary traditions.
These experiences shaped a style that balances classical technique with contemporary innovation.
At Lume, Chef Lance brings decades of experience to every plate, combining creativity, leadership, and a deep respect for ingredients.
The Menu at Lume
Every dish at Lume is shaped by fire, season, and place.
The menu evolves continuously, guided by local produce, coastal influence, and the rhythm of the Paarl Winelands. Guests are invited to experience the meal as a journey through Opening, From the Fire, and Final Light.
Each plate reveals flavour through smoke, texture, and balance, allowing the ingredients and the kitchen’s philosophy to shine.
Menu prices are subject to change based on seasonal ingredient availability and menu updates.
Wine at Lume
The wine selection follows the same philosophy as the kitchen: respect for craft, place, and balance.
Each bottle has been carefully chosen from some of the Cape’s most respected producers, selected not only for distinction but also for harmony with the fire-led cuisine.
The collection celebrates the diversity of South African terroir, from expressive coastal wines to structured inland vintages. Thoughtful pairings complement smoke, texture, and seasonality, allowing food and wine to evolve together throughout the meal.
Cocktails at Lume
The cocktail collection at Lume follows the same philosophy as the kitchen: balance, creativity, and seasonality.
Each drink is original in conception, exploring flavour through refined technique and carefully sourced ingredients. Inspired by fire, garden, and season, the menu moves between bold expression and quiet elegance.
Whether enjoyed as the opening of the meal or alongside the progression of the menu, each cocktail is designed to complement the rhythm of dining at Lume.
Private Dining at Lume
Lume offers an intimate setting for private gatherings shaped by fire, flavour, and atmosphere.
Whether celebrating a milestone, hosting a refined business dinner, or gathering friends and family around the table, each event is thoughtfully curated to reflect the restaurant’s spirit.
Menus are tailored in collaboration with the kitchen, guiding guests through the journey of Opening, From the Fire, and Final Light, complemented by carefully selected Cape wines.
Private dining here becomes more than an occasion. It becomes an experience defined by flavour, atmosphere, and shared connection.
Make a Reservation For The Restaurant
Your table awaits.
Whether joining us for a relaxed lunch in the Winelands or a memorable evening of fine dining, the team at Lume looks forward to welcoming you.
Bookings available via Dineplan.
Opening Hours
Lunch
12h00 – 15h00
Dinner
18h00 – 22h00
Kindly note that final reservations are accepted 30 minutes prior to kitchen closing time to ensure every guest enjoys the full experience at a relaxed pace.
