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Did You Know?

The Cullinan Diamond was the largest rough diamond ever found, weighing 621.35 grams in total.

On January 26th, 1905 it was discovered at the Premier No. 2 mine in Cullinan, South Africa and named after the mine’s then chairman, Thomas Cullinan.

The Cullinan Diamond was put up for sale in London just three months later, but despite drawing substantial interest and attention, it remained unsold for two years. The Transvaal government eventually bought the stone in 1907 and presented it to King Edward VII who had it cut by Joseph Asscher of the Asscher Brothers diamond factory in Amsterdam, on February 10th, 1908.

Cullinan produced a wide variety of cuts, stones and sizes, the biggest which was named Cullinan I or the Great Star of Africa, weighing in at 106.08 grams. Cullinan 1 was set in the head of the Sovereign’s Sceptre with Cross and Cullinan 2 (the Second Star of Africa), in the Imperial State Crown, both forming part of the Crown Jewels.

Seven other major diamonds, weighing 41.66 grams in total, are privately owned

by Queen Elizabeth II, who inherited them from her grandmother, Queen Mary, in 1953. To this day, the Great Star of Africa remains the largest clear cut diamond in the world.

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Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve is situated under 2.5 hours from Cape Town, in the vastness of the majestic Tankwa Karoo. With thick wooded Acacia river beds and magnificent golden mountains on the horizon, Inverdoorn provides the ultimate tranquil Big 5 safari experience.

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save the date August

FINE WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL 3 AUGUST

BOOBALOO EXPO 2 - 4 AUGUST GRANDWEST CASINO AND ENTERTAINMENT WORLD Baby & toddler expo. Over a 100 exhibitors, showcasing the best that South Africa’s baby market has to offer.

PAARL JAM 2 & 3 AUGUST

KLEIN KAROO KLASSIQUE 8 - 11 AUGUST

Two fun days of entertainment with live bands, good food, drinks and live interschools rugby matches on big screens.

STELLENBOSCH FINE WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL 3 AUGUST STELLENBOSCH TOWN HALL Capitalising on Stellenbosch’s remarkable terroir which shapes its globally awarded wines, only wines made from grapes grown in the Stellenbosch region, and therefore certified as Wine of Origin (W/O) Stellenbosch, will be presented by the winemakers on the day.

SLOW FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL 9 - 11 AUGUST

With these, Stellenbosch’s famous chefs, including Bertus Basson, George Jardine and Michael Broughton, will provide expertly paired canapés for heightened tasting experiences.

KLEIN KAROO KLASSIQUE 8 - 11 AUGUST OUDTSHOORN This festival features classical music, local art, delectable cuisine and blue-ribbon wine.

WINEMAKERS GUILD AUCTION 15 AUGUST

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Klassique has become a platform for a variety of South Africa’s most accomplished classical musicians, many of whom are consolidating national and international reputations.

The world-class music performed on

stage, is complimented with visual art exhibitions in the town’s cosy galleries, restaurants and surrounding attractions – all offering a scenic and hospitable winter backdrop.

SLOW FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL 9 - 11 AUGUST ROBERTSON WINE VALLEY Takes place at various wineries and tourism establishments.

Red wines and hearty country cuisine.

Diverse food traditions from vetkoek, curries and waterblommetjie soup to seafood paella, Chinese duck and ostrich and kudu inspired dishes. From fine dining and gourmet offerings to farm style platters and picnics.

Festival goers will be able to interact with winemakers and wine farmers in an informal setting, experience the intricate winemaking process and discover the story behind the bottle.

Browse, shop, taste and enjoy great offerings at the popular family regional market which takes place on Sunday, 11 August. Local wine, produce, arts, food, music and children’s activities will be on offer.

CAPE WINEMAKERS GUILD AUCTION 15 AUGUST CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE The Auction Showcase is an informal (walk-around) tasting of the wines to be auctioned at the 2019 Nedbank CWG Auction.

The wines will be presented by the winemakers who are all members of the Guild. Also available for tasting will be past auction wines and flagship wines from Guild Members.

The Showcase will feature a silent auction of signed bottles or rare wines to raise funds for the Guild’s Protégé Programme.

GOLF FESTIVAL 19 – 23 AUGUST Taking advantage of Cape Town’s moderate winter season and after a successful two years, the newly named President Hotel’s Cup Golf Championship is well underway to create a brilliant third round for local and international golfers.

Following the FedEx Cup Format, teams of two, which can be men, women, mixed, father and son, mother and daughter, friends or family, will compete in an international field of 120 players.

The Championship will commence on 19 August at the De Zalze Golf Estate, nestled in the Stellenbosch wine route, followed by King David Mowbray Golf Club on 20 August, one of the Western Cape’s leading golf clubs.

21 August is planned as a day of rest and optional sightseeing. Thereafter, on 22 August players will head to Westlake Golf Club, set against the amethyst slopes of the Silvermine Mountains, with the final day of the tournament taking place on 23 August where players will be given the chance to enjoy the charm of South Africa’s oldest golf course, Royal Cape Golf Course, to end a wonderful playing experience.

CLANWILLIAM WILDFLOWER SOCIETY SHOW 23 AUGUST - 1 SEPTEMBER The veld is awakening after a long, dry spell and a green sheen is already covering the landscape.

This show is made possible by volunteers in the area that pick and preserve different flower species.

The flowers are then arranged into a colourful living landscape in the Blommekerk in town for the thousands of visitors to enjoy.

It is basically impossible to view this vast array of unique and beautiful flowers without going to great lengths. The main aim of the show is to make sure that all flower fans can see virtually every wildflower species in one area.

POETRY IN MCGREGOR 23 – 26 AUGUST Last year over two hundred poets arrived in the picturesque village to

once again celebrate their art and to enjoy a remarkably happy gathering for lovers of the written word.

To celebrate the cycle of seven years, the theme this year is THE HEART OF THE MOON. This weekend celebration of poetry includes readings by acclaimed and emerging poets, book launches, workshops, music and poetry, exhibitions and plenty of time for poets and friends of poetry from across the country to get acquainted.

GOLF FESTIVAL 19 – 23 AUGUST

HOMEMAKERS EXPO 29 AUGUST - 1 SEPTEMBER CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE Themed Raw Comfort. See, touch and feel the very latest in home, décor, design and lifestyle trends you will come to love.

CAPEGATE CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL 30 & 31 AUGUST

WILDFLOWER SOCIETY SHOW 23 AUGUST - 1 SEPTEMBER

This year, the annual festival will evolve into a fully-fledged craft beer festival, allowing local breweries to show off their amazing produce as well as byproducts.

Some of the breweries onboard include the very popular Boston Brewery, Italian Job, Kings Brewery, Red Sky Brewery and Shackleton Brewery.

THE CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL 31 AUGUST - 1 SEPTEMBER THE WOODMILL IN STELLENBOSCH

HOMEMAKERS EXPO 29 AUGUST - 1 SEPTEMBER

The festival will feature oodles of chocolates, macaroons, decadent chocolate brownies, indulgent doughnuts, ice creams, liquorice, marshmallows, candy floss and special handcrafted products from artisanal chocolatiers.

Balancing out the sweetness will be a selection of charcuterie, hamburgers, pizza, artisanal cheese and bread offerings.

The young ones will be kept entertained with a movie lounge, face painting and other entertainment, while parents and over 18s can relax and unwind with live music, gin, bubbly, wine and craft beer.

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#JUSTMEN 17 JULY - 3 AUGUST

#JUSTMEN Returns to the Baxter by popular demand. With the worldwide outbreak of #MeToo disclosures which has seen countless woman breaking the silence on sexual abuse as well as the frequent SA news headlines of our children being raped, abused and murdered, it has been a long time coming for men to take collective ownership of what is a man’s issue.

NOT A MUSICAL 29 JULY - 9 SEPTEMBER

#JustMen has been commissioned by the Baxter Theatre Centre and funded by the City of Cape Town to proactively tackle this issue and empower a unified stand from men. It is a multi-lingual docu-drama about men taking a stand against men who abuse woman and children.

Baxter Theatre, 17 July - 3 August, Tickets R120 from www.webtickets.co.za SOUTH PACIFIC This epic musical romance is set on a South Pacific island during WWII, where American sailors and nurses are stationed.

THE BLOEM BOYKIE DIARIES 1 - 3 AUGUST

TANKISO LIVE 6 - 17 AUGUST

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Nellie, a spunky nurse from Little Rock, Arkansas, falls in love with Emile de Becque, a French expatriate and plantation owner, and Lt. Joseph Cable finds himself in a passionate affair with Liat, the young daughter of Bloody Mary, the local grass-skirt peddler.

As the war against Japan escalates, reality sets in for both Nellie and Joseph, who struggle to reconcile their unconventional love affairs with their long-held prejudices and insecurities. Each performance will be accompanied by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring hit songs like “Some Enchanted Evening”, “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Out Of My Hair”, “Bali Hai”, “There’s Nothing Like A Dame”, and many more!

No under 5’s

Artscape Theatre, 20 July - 10 August, Tickets R150 - R290 from www.computicket.mobi NOT A MUSICAL Marc Lottering’s latest stand-up show.

Lottering is back at the Baxter, fresh from his maiden trip to Thailand. What happens in Phuket, does not stay in Phuket. He has brand new stories to tell, from frantic snorkelling to fashionable depression.

Marc Lottering is one of South Africa’s top comedians and celebrates 21 years in the business.

Baxter Theatre, 29 July - 9 September, Tickets R160 from www.webtickets.co.za NO “GOOD” IN “BYE” A story about loss and grief. On an evening just like every other, a young boy, Craig, goes missing, leaving his mother, Cassie and community in shock and despair. The boy was never found.

22 years later Cassie receives a phone call from a man claiming to be her long lost son. Their encounter leaves them reliving the cycle of grief they faced almost every day for 22 years. This story begs the question to be asked: Do we ever recover from loss?

Baxter Theatre, 30 July - 2 August, Tickets R80 from www.webtickets.co.za THE OLD MAN AND THE SEA An adaptation of Hemingway’s classic.

Santiago is an old fisherman who hasn’t brought in a catch for 84 days. While the villagers pass judgments on his past and his future, the old man heads far out into the Gulf of Mexico where he hooks a giant marlin. And so begins his epic battle.

The Fugard Theatre, 30 July - 24 August, Tickets R140 - R160 from www.pietertoerien.co.za

KINKY BOOTS A brand new, original production of this huge-hearted, smash-hit musical.

Charlie Price has reluctantly inherited his father’s shoe factory, Price & Son, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in common than they ever dreamed possible and discover that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world.

The Fugard Theatre, till 27 October, Tickets R140 - R160 from www.pietertoerien.co.za THE BLOEM BOYKIE DIARIES

A new instalment of the now-famous murder-mystery series and the Butlers team is thrilled to once again present patrons with a brand-new comedy where the audience’s participation has an impact on the storyline.

An actor’s life can be… murder! When a group of aspiring performers audition for a coveted role, dead bodies start piling up. Some people will do anything to get a big break. A murder-mystery with ingenious plot twists… plus the AUDIENCE gets to kill off characters during the show! The choices made ultimately determine the outcome of this edge-of-your-seat dark comedy!

Masque Theatre, 7 - 9 August, Tickets R100 Bookings through Computicket or Masque Theatre on 021 788 1898 or via email at bookings@masquetheatre.co.za THE WIDOW

A stand-up performance by Carl Weber as he tells stories of his journey as a comedian. Just a couple of hours with Carl will leave you laughing, crying, reflecting and laughing again! Don`t miss out.

Four women struggle to deal with life after loss, all while learning to find the language for healing. In piecing together both their intimate and public routines, this production explores how widows and their families make space for expressing and experiencing grief.

Roxy Revue Bar, Grandwest, 1 - 3 Aug, tickets R150 from www.computicket.mobi

Artscape Theatre, 7 - 10 Aug, Tickets R100 from www.computicket.mobi

TANKISO LIVE: THE AUDACITY TO BE

BURN THE FLOOR

The second instalment of a long term musical project by Cape Town based musician Tankiso Mamabolo. Tankiso has made it her business to take protest and turn it into educational and engaging material in the form of original music, spoken word and the use of projected imagery and comedy.

The Rebels of the Ballroom are back on a world tour, featuring the world’s best dancers, Run to the Box office…

Her music deals with a range of topics, from childhood experiences, loss, heartbreak, love, oppression, marginalisation to hope and healing in an attempt to promote self-discovery and ownership of one’s narrative. She does this by centering the stories of black women and writing from their point of view.

IT’S A GUY THING

Baxter Theatre, 6 - 17 August, Tickets R60 - R120 from www.webtickets.co.za

Sure, we have shorter lines at stadium restrooms, but how do you slay in a world of mansplaining, milfs and metrosexual styling?

BUTLERS AND BOMBSHELLS Ever wanted to kill off a character in a show?

THE WIDOW 7 - 10 AUGUST

BURN THE FLOOR 8 - 17 AUGUST

This ain’t your Grandma’s Ballroom!

Baxter Theatre, 8 - 17 August, Tickets R180 - R310 from www.webtickets.co.za

SLEEPING BEAUTY 17 - 31 AUGUST

MALE. Noun.

Gifted with two heads, but only uses one or the other...

Or neither.

Gents, the struggle is real.

A hilarious comedy that’s lit AF.

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Masque Theatre, 10 August, Tickets R100 Bookings through Computicket or Masque Theatre on 021 788 1898 or via email at bookings@masquetheatre.co.za 1st Floor, Maxton Centre 354 Albert Road, Woodstock +27 (0)21 426 2475 Email: info@streetwires.co.za

SLEEPING BEAUTY

Studio tours and wire art workshops are also available on request.

Two Oceans Aquarium, 28 August, Tickets R295 from www.quicket.co.za

PIETER-DIRK UYS #HETWO

International guest artists and live orchestra at certain performances.

Tannie EVITA and Pieter-Dirk Uys on stage together at the same time!

Artscape Theatre, 17 - 31 August, Tickets R180 - R350 from www.computicket.mobi

Theatre on The Bay, 28 Aug - 14 Sept, Tickets from www.pietertoerien.co.za

CRADLE OF CREATIVITY 2019

CAPE TOWN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

A biennial festival and conference of theatre for children and young people.

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Baxter Theatre, 20 - 25 Aug, Tickets R30 - R80 from www.webtickets.co.za

Operating in the picturesque Bokaap area of Cape Town, The Streetwires studio shares premises with our administrative department and includes an onsite shop which is open to the public from nine to five on weekdays and from nine to one on Saturdays.

This month’s event features The Steezies and Androgenius bands.

The timeless story of Princess Aurora based on Perrault’s familiar fairytale her magical awakening performed by the Cape Town City Ballet.

25 productions from all over the world for different ages, starting with infants.

Streetwires is a social enterprise on a mission to create and sustain employment within the dynamic field of wire and bead art.

cozy, living room-style setting where guests are able to enjoy two bands each evening.

THE WOMAN IN BLACK More than three decades after its debut in the West End (making it the second longest running play of all time), the haunting tale of The Woman in Black returns to Cape Town in a spine-chilling reimagining by director David Wilke.

A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

Masque Theatre, 21 - 24 August, Tickets R100 Bookings through Computicket or Masque Theatre on 021 788 1898 or via email at bookings@masquetheatre.co.za

GERMANY’S YOUTH ORCHESTRA PRESENTED BY THE CPO AND MIAGI. Conductor: Alexander Shelley. Soloist: Msaki (singer). Walton Johannesburg Festival Overture; Hendrik Hofmeyr Three Sangoma Songs; Gershwin Porgy and Bess A Symphonic Picture; Brahms Symphony No 2 in D 22 AUGUST THE GENIUS OF GRIEG Conductor: Rossen Milanov. Soloist: Natasha Paremski (piano). Weber Oberon Overture; Grieg Piano Concerto; Mendelssohn Symphony No. 3, “Scottish” 29 AUGUST WALTON’S AND HIS CELLO. Conductor: Rossen Milanov. Soloist: Gary Hoffman (cello). Cape Town Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Curtain-raiser. Debussy L’apres-midi d’un faune; Walton Cello Concerto; Rimsky Korsakov Scheherazade 5 SEPTEMBER

AFTER DARK AT THE AQUARIUM

- FRIENDS OF ORCHESTRAL MUSIC BENEFIT: TITANIC FORCES Conductor: Bernhard Gueller. Soloist: Daniel Kharitonov (piano). Laidov from the Apocaypse; Rachmaninov Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini; Mahler Symphony No. 1 in D: “Titan”

The viewing area in front of the I&J Ocean Exhibit is transformed into a

Cape Town City Hall, Tickets R135 - R350 More info at www.cpo.org.za/new/

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orphee et eurydice

Fleur Barron, Brittany Smith, Hlengiwe Mkhwanazi

Gluck’s dream of creating a new style of opera, distinguished by classical simplicity and dramatic integrity, was exquisitely realised in his setting of the Orpheus story. Climaxing in the heartbreaking aria “J’ai perdu mon Eurydice” -- “I have lost my Eurydice”, Gluck’s dramatization of Orphée’s descent into the underworld in pursuit of his wife Eurydice stands as a moving testament to the power of music.

An all women principal cast will take to the stage – Fleur Barron (Orphée), Hlengiwe Mkhawanazi (Eurydice) and Brittany Smith (Amour). Fleur’s recent portrayal as Baba the Turk in The Rake’s Progress in La Monnaie was simply superb, ‘Fleur Barron, an earthy Baba the Turk in ‘The Rake’s Progress’, sounded like a Carmen in the making’, said the New York Times. Amongst Hlengiwe’s many accolades is winning the 2015 Women’s Voice Fellowship from the Luminarts Cultural Foundation in Chicago, she is also no stranger to opera stages in USA, Europe and South Africa. Brittany recently sang the role of Juliet in the CTO / UCT collaboration of Romeo and Juliet (I Capuleti e i Montecchi) to great acclaim. This powerhouse team of ladies will undoubtedly be giving their all in the upcoming performances of Gluck’s Orphée et Eurydice presented by Cape Town Opera.

Conducted by CTO Associate Music Director Tim Murray, Matthew Wild’s new production will showcase the extraordinary talents of the CTO Chorus, using movement and poetic imagery to create a new vision of this haunting myth. Award-winning costume designer Birrie le Roux, lighting designer Kobus Rossouw, set designer Chris Pienaar and choreographer Louisa Talbot joins the dynamic creative team.

There are only 3 performances of Orphée et Eurydice in Cape Town this September.

The opera is sung in French with English and isiXhosa translations projected above the stage.

Fleur Barron, Hlengiwe Mkhwanazi

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BORN IN AFRICA SHOP NO. 2 ON THE CORNER OF LOWER LOOP & WHARF STREET

INSPIRED BY NATURE

This internationally known trading store offers a pleasant and safe shopping experience, the best deal in town and secure parking. Conveniently situated within the city centre, opposite the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) and within walking distance from most city center hotels and the V&A Waterfront.

Born In Africa also offers a packaging and worldwide shipping service.

Take home a piece of Africa...

Tel: 021 418 0823 l E-mail: borninafrica65@gmail.com l Website: www.borninafrica.net

Born In Africa

is undoubtedly the best “one stop shop� for the widest, most affordable, diverse range of top quality, authentic African curios from several rural regions in the continent. The range includes exotic skins and the largest selection of genuine ostrich leather bags and accessories. In addition to this, gemstone jewellery, stonework ornaments, bronze figurines, arts and crafts, textiles, an extensive selection of

souvenirs and much more, are all available to purchase under one roof for the best

SHOP NO. 2 ON THE CORNER OF LOWER LOOP & WHARF STREET, CAPE TOWN

deal in town.

coming up

THE OPEN BOOK FESTIVAL Held at the historic building of the Fugard Theatre, in the heart of District 6 (East City), at the legendary Book Lounge nearby and at the A4 Arts Foundation, this festival is a multicultural exchange of ideas between writers, poets, edging cartoonists and their audiences.

Open Book takes place between 4 – 8 September and the #comicsfest dates are 7 & 8 September.

More than a 100 writers and poets will take part in panels and readings. They come to Cape Town from all corners of the world and provide a broad perspective to matters of culture and modern life. #COCREATEPOETICA is a collaboration between #cocreateSA and Poetica. Using the art form of RAP, poetry and spoken word to co-create solutions to mutual challenges by providing a platform that voices the concerns of the youth, by the youth.

After a successful run in 2018, this years’ #COMICSFEST will be even bigger. Both educated and natural talents will showcase their digital, printed and graffiti works.

Being organised by the literature experts and loving people of The Book Lounge, this festival puts a spot on current conflicts and issues, personal and social. They provide local, continental and international insight due to the generous involvement of major publishers and a few embassies.

Young adults from all walks of life are encouraged to take part, engage, get inspired and investigate the opportunities for meaningful lives that flourish in a reading environment.

For further information and the full programme visit www.openbookfestival.co.za Bookings can be made at www.webtickets.co.za

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ZEITZ MOCCA LAUNCH A MUSEUM-FIRST INSTAGRAM GUIDE Visitors can navigate their way around the museum with ease.

With over sixty galleries spread over seven floors, the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is both impressive and potentially quite overwhelming.

To make visiting this treasure trove of African art easier to navigate, more dynamic and even more welcoming, one of South Africa’s leading digital agency’s has created a constantly changing and immersive map on Instagram that guides visitors through the museum.

This is a world first for a museum.

The Insta Map gives visitors a quick overview of what is being exhibited on each floor, where key artworks are located and how to find the museum’s amenities. It also enables them to take a two-hour Instatour of must-see pieces and gives them a guide to the most Instagrammable spots in the museum.

To access the Insta map, visitors can scan the QR codes posted around the museum or go directly to the dedicated Instagram page @zeitzmocaa.map and start exploring.

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dining in CAMPS BAY OCEAN BLUE Seafood and fish are the stars of the show and still carnivores are well accommodated. The pizza oven is being put to good use with classics and with their own combinations and freshly kneaded dough. An extensive local wine selection will complete your experience. Shop 1a, The Promenade, 85 Victoria Road. 021 438 9839 CAFÉ CAPRICE Always on trending, vibey and happy.

The place to be seen. 37 Victoria Road.

021 438 8315 HARD ROCK CAFÉ Their international menu received some well-deserved local additions like fresh, innovative salads and more kiddies’ options. The range of large serving cocktails have the view to match. The Promenade, 85 Victoria Road. 021 140 0007 MAISON J Basically a hole in the wall but for that reason they must be good so they are great with coffee and baked goods.

Sit for a short time or take away.

The Promenade, next to the Pick ‘n Pay entrance.

Delight your senses at the The Peninsula’s poolside Sunset Restaurant and treat your partner to an unforgettable evening of excellent interactive service and great food. Serving only the best locally sourced ingredients and home grown Cape craft products in both our restaurant and the Faces Bar, makes this the perfect place to celebrate any special occasion.

Enjoy a 3 course meal for 2 including a welcome gin cocktail for only R790.

Live music by Hilton every Thursday night.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL FOR RESERVATIONS 18:00 – 22:00 T: +27 (0)21 430 7777 | E: confer@peninsula.co.za (business hours)

SALSIFY Chef Luke Dale Roberts nurtures his talented sous chefs and then ventures with them. We are lucky that Cape Town is his home base. Expect meticulous fine dining of the highest standard and a view to die for.

The Roundhouse, 021 010 6444

CENTURY CITY & MILNERTON ITALIAN CLUB The home away from home for many Italians in Cape Town. 16 Donegal Street, Milnerton, 021 511 5956 SQUARE CAFÉ & WINE BAR The ground floor of Century City Hotel is open to all with breakfast, a harvest table for lunch and daily specials. The wine bar has one of the most extensive wine-by-the-glass lists in the city due to a special French preserving system.

No. 3 Energy Lane. 021 204 8000 WANG THAI Traditional Thai culinary culture.

Lagoon Beach Hotel, Lagoon Gate Dr. 021 551 9254

cape town CITY CENTER 95 KEEROM Fine dining Italian restaurant.

95 Keerom St. 021 422 0765 ACES ‘N’ SPADES A neighbourhood rock ‘n roll bar 62 Hout St. 021 424 1620

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the Ocean Blue experienc

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BOMBAY BRASSERIE Authentic Indian fine-dining created by chefs that rotate the Taj assets globally.

Taj Cape Town, 1 Wale St. 021 819 2000 CHARANGO GRILL AND BAR A Peruvian fusion of street and contemporary style-food.

114 Bree St. 021 422 0757 CHEFS WAREHOUSE & CANTEEN A well-received daily changing tapas menu by Chef Liam Tomlin. 92 Bree Street. 021 422 0128. Two more brunches: Maison estate in Franschhoek & Beau Constantia estate in Constantia GIULIO’S CAFÉ A much loved breakfast and lunch spot by local professionals. Cornerstone House, 16 Loop St. 021 418 6304 HEMELHUIJS A stylish café offering beautiful bistro style dishes. 71 Waterkant St. 021 418 2042 HONEST CHOCOLATE CAFÉ It’s all in the name. Ethically produced artisanal chocolate and baked goods to match. 64A Wale St. 076 765 8306

Set in the heart of Camps Bay, Ocean Blue is the locals’ and travellers’ favourite since 1998! Our recent renovations have made your visit more comfortable and with an even better view of the ocean. Superb quality meals, value for money and our friendly team is what keeps people coming back for more. Our selection of fresh seafood, steaks and pizzas, as well as our compliment of excellent South African wines will keep the whole family smiling.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 9:30 - 11pm.

Please call toenquire about specials or find us on Facebook.

See you soon, the Ocean Blue family.

10% discount off meals to customers with a ‘City Sightseeing Cape Town’ Bus ticket

JASON’S BAKERY Authentic production process of classic bakes. Locals swear by this place. 185 Bree St. 021 424 5644. One more branch on Main Road Green Point.

LA PARADA Tapas restaurant local interpretations to small plates and sharing dishes and an extensive offer of locally crafted beers.

107 Bree St. 021 426 0330. Two more branches: on Constantia Nek & at the V&A Waterfront.

MINK & TROUT Wine Bar Bistro. Aiming to serve beautiful and delicious food.

127 Bree St. 021 426 2534 MULBERRY & PRINCE Fine dining that is meant to be shared.

Plates are small to mid-size and can be comfortably shared. 12 Pepper St. 021 422 3301

For more info & reservations call 021 438 9839, fax 021 438 4204 or email blufish@mweb.co.za

Ocean Blue Restaurant Shop 3 The Promenade, Victoria road, Camps Bay, Cape Town

Oysters & Wine

SINATRA The combination of a fixed dinner menu and a classical movie screening at their small, luxurious cinema 4 times a week is a great option for a night out. The PepperClub hotel. Loop St. 021 812 8888 THE SHORTMARKET CLUB An award winning, state of the art, chef restaurant. A Prix Fixe menu is available at lunch time. 88 Shortmarket St. 021 447 2874 THE VILLAGE IDIOT Enthusiastically embraces South African braai culture and brings the small town Karoo to the city. A place to experience and explore legendary local classics.

32 Loop St. 021 418 1548

The Knysna Oyster Company takes pride in supplying and delivering this worldrenowned delicacy all year round at the V&A Waterfront.

Adhering to the strictest international standards, the Knysna Oyster Company ensures guaranteed freshness, from farming to fork.

Partnering with another South African great, they have collaborated with De Grendel Wines to offer visitors an exquisitely unique oyster and wine pairing experience.

Freshly shucked oysters can be complimented with De Grendel’s top shelf range of white wines, as well as their trademark MCC.

VIGOUR & VERVE Delivering a modern interpretation of the local Cape Malay cuisine, keeping it aromatic and full of flavour.

SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl, 79 Strand Street. 021 492 9999 VILLA 47 Modern Italian cuisine. An all-day restaurant. 47 Bree St. 021 418 2740

EAST CITY DIAS TAVERN An iconic Portuguese restaurant, favourite by locals with an extensive seafood and meat menu.

15 Caledon St. 021 465 7547 HARRINGTON’S COCKTAIL LOUNGE An elegant afternoon and night time spot with a wraparound bar and a dance floor. 61b Harrington Street. 021 461 2276 SURFAROSA An edgy dive bar with subliminal punk and surf influences.

61a Harrington Street. 021 461 2276 THE COUSINS An authentic Italian trattoria with many local fans. 3b Barrack St. 083 273 9604

19 Dock Road, V&A Food Market Old Power Station Building (Opposite Noble Square), www.oystersonline.co.za TASTING ROOM: +27 21 558 6280 info@degrendel.co.za RESTAURANT: +27 21 558 7035 www.degrendel.co.za

TRUTH COFFEE ROASTING A steampunk coffee shop and roasting factory hailed by the UK Daily Telegraph.

36 Buitenkant St. 021 200 0440

GARDENS AUBERGINE Combines a rich history with contemporary style, world-class wine and an innovative culinary experience.

39 Barnet St. 021 465 4909 BELMOND MOUNT NELSON HOTEL A haven of old English elegance and charm. The Lord Nelson Restaurant serves fresh, vibrant and avant-garde menu and the lounge is known for its classic Afternoon Tea. 76 Orange St. 021 483 1000

JANSE & CO A casual fine dining restaurant. A limited menu based on the ingredients sourced. 75 Kloof St. 021 422 0384 KYOTO GARDEN SUSHI Authentic Japanese.

11 Kloof Nek Rd. 021 422 2001 NONNA LINA The neigbourhood’s trattoria. Warm, friendly and homey. Authentic Italian food with a Sardinian influence. 64 Orange Street. 021 424 4966 Two more branches - in the V&A Waterfront and in Sea Point.

TAMBOERS WINKEL An almost all day breakfast in what is actually a wine shop.

3 De Lorentz street. 021 424 0521

GREEN POINT & DE WATERKANT ANATOLI Turkish cuisine in a historical coach building. 24 Napier St. 021 419 2501 BELUGA Euro-Asian fusion dining.

70 Prestwich St. 021 418 2948 DON ARMANDO Perfect steaks and other Argentinian specialities. 20 Cobern St. 021 418 1462 GIOVANNI’S DELIWORLD A European reservation and a meeting place of trendy Capetonians.

103 Main Rd. 021 434 6893 IL LEONE MASTRANTONIO Elegant Italian dining.

22 Cobern St. 021 421 0071 IZAKAYA MATSURI Sushi & Japanese tapas bar. The Rockwell, 32 Prestwich St. 021 421 4520 LOU LOU’S BAR A new-age take on tapas, fusing Asian, Italian and contemporary cuisines. A place to enjoy good music and some dancing.

10 Jarvis St, Cape Quarter. 021 418 0015 PIGALLE An elegant establishment known for its fine dining and live popular music.

Dress well and enjoy the pampering.

51A Somerset Rd. 021 421 4848 THE ROCKWELL The hotel is home to the KAAPSE STORIES dinner theatre and the only cellar in the city that offers an intimate Wine Tasting experience. 32 Prestwich St. 021 421 0015 YUMCIOUS Celebrity chef Jenny Morris serves her food ideology to your plate - fresh, unpretentious and full of flavour.

Level Zero, Cape Quarter Square, 27 Somerset Road. 021 418 8000

HOUT BAY BAY HARBOUR MARKET Everything hand and locally crafted including an extensive food court with representatives from all over the globe.

31 Harbour Rd. Open Friday - Sunday.

LA COLOMBE Constantly gracing international best restaurants lists, it’s a must visit to any gastronome. Silvermist Wine Estate, Main Road, Constantia Nek. 021 794 2390 THE LOOKOUT DECK Seafood prepared to perfection. Locals from all over the city constantly travel to this spot. 65 Harbour Rd (inside the harbour). 021 790 0900

SEA POINT COCO SAFAR A fine Parisian café. Artem Centre.

277 Main Road. 021 433 1336 CRUMBS & CREAM An ice cream parlour like no other.

Make your own combination: choose your crumbs and add your choice of cream. 16 Regent Rd. 081 343 2761 HARVEY’S The balcony overlooks the promenade - a classic sundowner location, busy with guests all year round. The backyard is known for the Sunday brunch. 221 Beach Rd. 021 434 2351 JARRYD’S Espresso Bar + Eatery. Breakfast, lunch and a waiting line that goes all the way to the main road on weekends.

90 Regent Rd. 060 748 0145 LA BOHEME Wine Bar & Bistro. Gourmet yet hearty meals. Boasting an impressive wine selection, of which over sixty are available by the glass.

341 Main Rd. 021 434 8797 MOJO MARKET Open every day. Includes a large selection of food stalls to suit any taste.

30 Regent Rd. MYKONOS TAVERNA A Greek family restaurant with an authentic menu and family members in the kitchen. 343 Main Rd. 021 439 2106 NV-80 An upmarket classic bar and grill.

The Point, 76 Regent Road. 021 439 7112 RISTORANTE POSTICINO There is an Italian love affair between locals and the restaurant since 1998.

323 Main Rd. 021 439 4014

SEA GRILL Fruit of the sea cooked in every possible way. 343 Main Rd. 021 433 0789 STROLLA A local hangout for on-the-go coffee, simple yet sophisticated meals and classy cocktails on the sun deck.

309 Beach Rd. 021 430 7778 SUNSET RESTAURANT International cuisine pairing ingredients innovatively. The Peninsula All-Suite Hotel, 313 Beach Rd. 021 430 7777

WATERFRONT BAIA An elegant seafood restaurant for fine dining and fine wine. Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre. 021 421 0935 BASCULE WHISKY AND WINE BAR A stylish venue to unwind at the end of the day or for a business meeting. Cape Grace Hotel, W Quay Rd. 021 410 7082 GRAND AFRICA CAFÉ & BEACH A sophisticated beach restaurant for long, lazy lunches & suppers. Full, light or bar menu to choose from. Granger Bay Road, Granger Bay Blvd. 021 425 0551 NOBU Contemporary twist to classical Japanese cuisine. One&Only resort. 021 431 5111 ON19 Located high above the city, allowing views over the harbour, Signal Hill and Lions Head while the kitchen is occupied with an award winning chef that draws his inspiration from the different landscapes of South Africa. The Westin hotel, 3 Walter Sisulu Ave. 021 412 9999 REUBEN’S An extensive small plates menu that allows to try many combinations and dishes. Vegetarian options are built into the menu not leaving anyone unattended.

One & Only resort. 021 431 5111 SHIMMY BEACH CLUB A beach restaurant and club. A stylish everyday eatery, pool parties over the weekends and children’s facilities that allows you some time off to enjoy the atmosphere and the ocean view.

12 S Arm Rd. 021 200 7778 THE WILLASTON BAR Cape Town’s latest jewel in the crown is the Silo Hotel. You can choose between the bar or the Granary café that serves lunch, dinner, afternoon tea and royal tea.

Silo Square. 021 670 0500

seafood heaven

The latest addition to the Sea Grill by La Boheme restaurant chain has arrived in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. Situated in the quaint and quiet neighbourhood of Harfield Village (between Claremont and Kenilworth), owners Faizel Khakoo and Anna Rascola, have created seafood heaven.

Upon arrival, one is welcomed by friendly staff. The restaurant has a welcoming, relaxed and homely feel, with clear indication that it was converted from what was once a residential property that has been rezoned for commercial use, a common theme in the very popular nightlife and restaurant dotted 2nd Avenue. A blazing fireplace adds the extra touch of comfort and homeliness inside on chilly winter evenings and summer dining on the terrace promises a stunning view the sun dipping behind Table Mountain.

Consistent with its sister restaurant in Sea Point, the décor is carried throughout with designs

by Cara Saven Wall Design.

The kitchen, headed by Chef Siraaj Allie, lends his expertise gained from working in Dubai, Hong Kong and the Cape Winelands. Siraaj made his latest culinary home with the Sea Grill family some years ago. The menu offers an enticing selection of fresh seafood – think oysters, prawns, calamari, linefish, seafood curries, platters and more, alongside Spanishinspired tapas and paella, and Mediterranean-enthused bistro starters, mains, and desserts. They’ve also brought along La Boheme’s famous two-course and three-course dinner special.

A 600-bottle strong wine cellar houses some of the best of local wine gems to be found on the winelist. Enjoy an after-work drink in the bar area, reserve a table inside or out for date night, a family dinner, or a celebration amongst friends. Pop in on Thursdays from 5 PM until 6 PM for the weekly ‘Wine Friends’ tasting.

CURRENT SPECIALS Lunch: 12 PM – 3 PM, R85, Tuesday to Sunday.

Happy Hour: 4 PM – 6 PM, includes half price oysters at R10, beer, bubbly & wine specials, or 3 tapas for R170 Dinner: 6 PM – 10 PM, 2 courses for R175, or 3 courses for R200.

To make a reservation, email info@seagrill2nd.co.za or call 021 671 7462 Address: 49 2nd Avenue, Claremont, Cape Town Operating hours: Monday: 4 PM – 10 PM and Tuesday to Sunday: 12 PM – 10 PM

TOBAGO’S RESTAURANT & TERRACE Right on the water’s edge. A relaxed, secluded balcony. Serves Cape Town specialties and international fare.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Granger Street, Beach Rd. 021 441 3414 WILLOUGHBY & CO Fusion style Japanese cuisine and some of the best sushi Cape Town can offer.

Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre

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The Lookout Deck Hout Bay arguably boasts one of the best views in the Western Cape. Situated on the water’s edge in the Hout Bay harbour, the restaurant boasts breath taking mountain and ocean views.

THE POT LUCK CLUB & GALLERY Chef Luke Dale-Roberts’ award winning and internationally acclaimed restaurant. Constantly on the ‘Best Restaurant’ lists globally.

THE TEST KITCHEN The smaller sister. Two different menus.

One for the dark, intimate room and the other for the light room. Two different culinary delights under one roof. All at the The Old Biscuit Mill, 375 Albert Road.

FINE WINE STORES CAROLINE’S FINE WINE CELLAR Ground floor, Matador center, 62 Strand Street. 021 712 2258 OPENWINE A taste pair shop to experience South African wine. 72, Wale Street. 021 422 0800 SIGNAL HILL WINES The only city winery in Cape Town. An experimental wine cellar sourcing grapes from rehabilitated, historical vineyards within the city boundaries. Signal Hill winery is also a wine bar and a wine shop. 100 Shortmarket St. 021 422 5206 ULTRA LIQUORS A wine and spirits ‘supermarket’. An extensive range varieties and a large palate within each.122 Main Rd & Varney Street, Green Point.

VAUGHAN JOHNSON Knowledgeable and extensive.

Dock Rd, V & A Waterfront, next to the Cape Wheel. 021 419 2121

For more info & reservations Tel: 021 790 0900, Fax: 021 790 0922, reservations@lookoutdeck.co.za Visit www.thelookoutdeck.co.za

The Lookout Deck Hout Bay

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VINO PRONTO Curated selection of wines, some classics as well as some small-volume wines including so-called ‘natural wines’, to suit all budgets and tastes.

42 Orange St, Gardens. 021 424 5587 WINE CONCEPTS ON KLOOF Boutique wine merchants.

Lifestyle on Kloof, 50 Kloof St, Gardens.

worth the journey

Fans of Delheim wines from Stellenbosch already recognise the title as being part of their logo for many years. This is for being located at the end of a cul de sac, on top of one of the most beautiful side roads in the region and at the foot the majestic Simonsberg mountains.

And with a great location comes big responsibility. Delheim wine estate, an eco-champion, is one of the founders of the Greater Simosnsberg Conservancy, part of the farm’s long natural heritage. Delheim’s first environmental management plan was written in 1976, so it will come as no surprise that the farm has become a haven for fynbos flora and fauna.

This long lasting practice recently got a gastronomic presentation in the form of a wine and fynbos cupcake pairing.

Home to the Boland Granite fynbos type, this 4 sectional, artisanal pairing is available at the tasting room 7 days a week (bookings are preferred).

This long lasting environmentally friendly practice is mainly possible due to the fact that this estate is a family business with members of the family constantly residing on the property and interacting with guests. You’ll get an everyday welcome drink as soon as you complete the journey, at the gate complex. Gluhwein - warm, scented wine is served over the winter and naturally flavoured fruit water over the summer.

The tasting room, another part of family history, holds a great collection of new and old vintages. A skillful eye will also spot the ‘Holy Cellar’ at the back of the room - this is the private collection of the family, holding back the estate’s wine history.

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While the front of the tasting room holds the most popular wines, those that are familiar to any South African wine connoisseur, the back of the cellar holds some iconic findings.

You’ll find older vintages, limited editions and the award winning Edelspatz Nobel Late Harvest which is back on the shelves after the years of drought that didn’t allow nature to develop the conditions for the vines to produce the perfect grapes.

Another point of interest in the tasting room would be the range of Vegan wines.

Part of the wider philosophy of environmental awareness, the first vegan wine was launched in the late 70’s. It is the Pinotage-Rosé and it is currently joined with Sauvignon Blanc and a Shiraz-Cabernet. City dwellers can easily find them at Spar & Checkers supermarkets.

Known for their location at the edge of a natural forest, Delheim is an exit point to a 5 km trail or guided walk as well as mountain biking (MTB). Permits can be purchased at the welcome center.

A more relaxing way to enjoy the forest can be made by ordering a picnic from the estate restaurant. Located on the far side of the estate, behind the wine cellar, the shaded picnic ground is a place for the whole family with lots to enjoy and explore. With the estate’s practice of bio-natural water management and an assortment of carefully developed dams, ponds and waterways, you’ll enjoy a rich diversity of bird life.

Picnics are usually available between September and March but if you are a winter visitor and would still like to enjoy the outdoors on a lovely day, give them a shout, the restaurant will make a plan.

Now that we’ve mentioned it, the restaurant includes indoor seating and a popular, large balcony. It is situated in front of an opening in the mountain landscape and offers a view as far as Table Mountain on a day with good visibility.

The homey South African menu embrace its location with offering, among others, dishes that include wild mushrooms. Although not picked on the property regularly, members of the area and the wine club, often join the organised picking days a few times a year. It is a menu that will suit every palate with well presented, generous dishes. The restaurant offers a daily German Breakfast and a Cape Malay menu for lunch.

On Sundays, during winter months, the tasting room, mentioned earlier, hosts a series of Jazz and fondue lunches. Patrons are seated around different table sizes and are entertained by excellent local talents. A gathering fit for any party.

Delheim will gladly host your conference and share their beautiful location with any visitor. Do not forget to toss a coin into the wishing well before you leave - you will definitely want to come back. Delheim is located on Knorhoek Road, off the R44. The estate is open for visitors 7 days a week. For more info and reservations visit www.delheim.com

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a breath taking experience

Much like the difference between travelling the world and browsing Instagram feeds, there is a difference between the knowledge that our treasured city wraps the magnificent Table Mountain National Park, rolling all the way down the Cape Peninsula to the Cape of Good Hope and seeing this marvel with your own eyes.

Atlantico Scenic Flight

A peninsula, all wrapped with Antarctic water of the cold Benguela current, holding permanent colonies of penguins and seals, seasonally hosting dolphins and whales.

A land that rolls from a modern harbour, to an urbanised metropolis, changing into the gentle curves of historic vineyards of the Constantia Wine Valley, ending with the open view of the tip that was considered for many decades to be the southernmost point of the continent.

And you can view it all comfortably seated in an Airbus H120 & H130 helicopter.

The forefront of eco-friendly aviation, offering a smooth ride and great visibility.

Robben Island Scenic Flight

Two Oceans Scenic Flight

Cape Town Helicopters, the leading company in its field, offers visitors an unparalleled experience with aviation-grade headsets and a $10 000 camera system from Rugged Video™. Each tour is recorded on a memory stick. Four, 3CCD chip cameras are mounted in the helicopter, one in the nose, one on each side of the helicopter and one in the cockpit. The pilot selects the appropriate camera during the tour with a toggle switch mounted on the flight controls to capture the most interesting scene during the tour.

Their list of scenic flights include the Table Mountain Express, Full Peninsula Scenic Flight, Two Oceans Scenic Flight complimented by a free City Sightseeing Hop onHop off ticket, a Robben Island Scenic Flight, an Atlantico Scenic Flight, Atlantico & Marine Big 5 Ocean Safari and an Ultimate Helicopters & Ocean Combo Package for adrenaline seekers.

Cape Town Helicopters will take you further inland with a range of Wineland tours, picking the best option in each region with the sole condition of providing a helipad and no worries, our best wine estates always do.

The list of offers closes with curated experiences with the best that Cape Town can offer: Fynbos Mountain Gourmet Picnic, Magical West Coast Mussels & Oysters, 3 Farms Wine Tour - For The Connoisseur, Heli - Golf At Pearl Valley, Gabrielskloof Heavenly Breakfast, Bosjes Architecture, Paternoster Seafood On The Beach, Gourmet Garden Picnic, A Fine Art Experience, A Big 5 Safari At Aquila Or Inverdoorn, Sea Forage, Seal Snorkeling, Shark Cage Diving Or Whale Watching.

Full Peninsula Scenic Flight

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Decadent, indulging and worth every cent.

BOOKINGS +27 21 418 9462

happy birthday

Saturday, 13 July 2019, marked the official day that Groot Constantia estate entered its 334th year of uninterrupted wineproduction. This makes Groot Constantia the oldest wine-producing farm in South Africa and the origin of the South African wine industry.

1685 was a busy year globally with events such as the Duke of York becoming the King of England and Scotland, whilst rebellions and battles abounded. Closer afield, the Cape Colonists sent a commissioner to Europe to attract more settlers, Copper was discovered in Namaqualand and Simon van der Stel, the Governor of the Cape Colony, was granted property which he named “Constantia”. Over centuries the property was subdivided which gave rise to the name “Groot Constantia”, the property with the original but altered homestead of Simon van der Stel.

GROOT CONSTANTIA WAS BORN And thus the oldest wine-producing farm in South Africa was founded and became the origin of the South African wine industry. With an uninterrupted history of wine production since 1685, Groot Constantia is South Africa’s oldest wine producing Estate and the 13th of July sees this iconic Cape wine Estate celebrating its 334th birthday.

“A little over three centuries since inception and a vastly changing world has not held Groot Constantia back and the Estate continues to move from strength to strength,” says Jean Naudé, CEO of Groot Constantia, who explains that Groot Constantia is now a Provincial Heritage Site and a living museum with the task of preserving the history and cultural legacy of the South African wine industry for the people of South Africa. “It is our role to nurture Groot Constantia for many more generations to come. ”The current owners of the Estate, the Groot Constantia Trust, a non-profit company, has ensured that Groot Constantia is beautifully maintained and operated to the highest standards – delivering award winning wine and a top-quality experience to visitors.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT GROOT CONSTANTIA “History is woven into the fabric of Groot Constantia’s story - from the moment visitors arrive they are transported back in time,” says Naudé, “People visit Groot Constantia from all over the world to enjoy the Estates innovative self-guided tours, sample the award-winning wines and feel the rich history – all offered through the unique Visitors Route Experience.”

This family-friendly experience follows a specially designed circular route through Groot Constantia’s key attractions. The original Manor House at Groot Constantia (which is an Iziko Museum) is the starting point. From here, guests make their way to the famed Cloete Cellar, which is the original wine production cellar from 1791 and which now houses a wine museum and tasting room. After enjoying a wine tasting, with your own Spiegelau crystal glass to take home as a memento, guests then head to the modern Production Cellar, which is the departure point for the self-guided or guided cellar and vineyard audiotours. There is also the option to add a Chocolate and Wine Pairing Experience to your Visitors Route ticket – a must for lovers of the sweeter side of things.

Groot Constantia has two top-notch restaurants, Jonkershuis and Simon’s, where visitors can enjoy a great meal after they have finished exploring the Visitors Route. Jonkershuis is surrounded by ancient oak trees and Simon’s offers al fresco dining on the terrace. You can also order a picnic basket to enjoy on the lawns.

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AND OF COURSE IT IS ALWAYS ABOUT THE WINES The Estate’s most iconic wine is a premium sweet wine called Grand Constance, which was born in Groot Constantia’s Cloete Cellar, and which has a history that dates back to the Napoleonic era. Before his death in 1821, Napoleon drank ‘Grand Constance’ while in exile. It is recorded that Louis Philippe (King of the French) was a regular client. The British Royal family, as well as Frederic the Great of Prussia, have also all appreciated the famous sweet wine of Constantia.

Constantia bottles, bottle shards and bottle seals dating from as far back as 1774 have been found in far corners of the world in some unusual circumstances - at the bottom of the ocean, in the cellar of a castle, on a beach from a shipwreck, and unearthed in an excavation.

“Today Groot Constantia is a small volume wine Estate that produces limited quantities of hand crafted classic estate wines which continue to win accolades – achieving over 100 top awards in the past 10 years alone,” says Naudé. “Recently the South African Wine index (SAWi) graded Groot Constantia as one of South Africa’s Top 10 Wine Cellars. The Estate was also selected as one of the Top 10 White Wine Cellars and Grand Constance was chosen as the best dessert wine in South Africa.

This is the only wine farm that is a member of the Big Six tourist destinations in Cape Town (the other members include Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, Robben Island, Kirstenbosch and Cape Point) and it is easy to see why when you visit and spend time at this special Provincial Heritage Site.

Groot Constantia is inviting the public to come and celebrate their auspicious 334th year with them on the Estate, and to experience and feel everything that make this one of the most popular destinations in the Cape.

Groot Constantia Wine Estate is also part of the City Sightseeing mini peninsula tour.

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Charles Dickens celebrated it in Edwin Drood, Jane Austen’s character recommended it as a cure for a broken heart in Sense and Sensibility and Charles Baudelaire compared Constantia wine to his lover’s lips in his most famous volume of poems, Les Fleurs du Mal.

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SIMONSIG VINTAGE DAY 17 JULY Showcasing rare vertical line-ups of some of their most iconic wines.

Tickets start at R295 and include all tastings, as well as canapés and light snacks.

Limited tickets for the master class will also be made available at R595 per person and includes all tastings, as well as canapés and light snacks.

The theme for this year’s master class is 5 Decades of Cabernet Sauvignon.

Cuvée restaurant will be open with full a la carte menu, with a selection of older vintages for your enjoyment.

DELHEIM JAZZ & CHEESE FONDUE A symphony of cheese and wine from the celebrated Stellenbosch winery served alongside a musical programme of the Cape Town Music Academy NPC and Jazz in the Native Yards every Sunday.

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4 AUGUST John Hassan (percussion)

LA MOTTE EVENING OF VINTAGE WINE & VENISON

11 AUGUST Ramon Alexander

23 AUGUST VERGELEGEN ESTATE

18 AUGUST Schalk Joubert

25 AUGUST Bongani Sotshononda and Babalwa Meintjies (vocals and marimba) STELLENBOSCH STADSAAL SOIREE 14 AUGUST TOWN HALL IN PLEIN STREET Taking the popular Street Soiree indoors for the winter.

Some of Stellenbosch’s most popular wine brands will be available for tasting alongside delicious fare by wine estates and town restaurants.

Tickets for the Stadsaal Soiree will be sold exclusively at the door.

A four-course dinner of venison dishes

by Chef Eric Bulpitt, beautifully paired with exclusive older vintages from the Rupert Vinoteque on the estate, presented by Cellarmaster Edmund Terblanche.

Reserve a table with Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant for one of the highlights on the Franschhoek Winter Calendar and invite those passionate about food and wine as well as your hunter friends who might have a taste for red wine and venison.

ARTICHOKES FESTIVAL 25 AUGUST AYAMA SLENT FARMS, PAARL A 4-course lunch, all with artichokes as the main ingredient and a dessert, live music, craft market and a raffle.

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The Franschhoek Wine Tram hop-on hop-off tour is one of the best ways to discover the true essence of the Franschhoek Valley – picturesque vineyards, breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines and a 300 year history. Passengers aboard the hop-on hop-off tour will experience a unique and leisurely way to see the Franschhoek Valley as they journey through rolling vineyards in an open-side tram and open-air tram-bus stopping in at some of South Africa’s oldest and most distinguished wine estates. A combination of tram and tram-bus transports passengers around a loop of stops allowing them to hop-off at each stop and experience the activities on offer, be it wine tasting, a cellar tour, lunch or simply a stroll through the vineyards and when they are ready, hop-on to continue the tour. The tour takes passengers right into the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, with a narration focusing on the history of Franschhoek and wine cultivation in the valley and unparalleled views of the valley and vineyards. Franschhoek Wine Tram currently offers five hop-on hop-off lines to choose from: Blue Line, Red Line, Yellow Line, Green Line and Purple Line. Each visiting eight wine estates and showcasing a separate part of the Franschhoek Valley.

WINE ESTATES Wine Tasting & cellar tours

Restaurant

Picnic

Platters

Art Gallery

Child Friendy

Accommodation

EIKEHOF WINE ESTATE

Eikehof is one of the best kept secrets of the Franschhoek Wine Valley. A family owned gem that has a warm and welcoming environment, encouraging visitors to spend time and relax in the beautiful tasting room or under the historical oak trees. Offering the unique opportunity to enjoy a tasting conducted by the winemaker and his family.

Eikehof has been in the Malherbe family since 1903 and couldn’t be prouder to have the oldest Semillon vines in South Africa planted in 1902. A little touch of homestyle culture is to be found here.

EXPERIENCES Wine Tasting & Cheese Platters with fruit or meat Tel: +27 (021 876 2469 • Email: eikehof@mweb.co.za • www.eikehof.com Eikehof

Open: 7 days 11h00 - 16h00 - Closed for Holiday : 12 June - 16 July 2019

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THE FRANSCHHOEK CELLAR

Franschhoek Cellar, a beautiful asset to the Franschhoek wine route, combines the charms of leisurely country life with the elegance of a world-class venue. Enjoy wine tastings paired with Belgian chocolate and handmade cheese. Dine on alfresco style lunches in our fabulous garden, or sip on an artisanal beer in our bistro & beer garden. Franschhoek Cellar has a special selection of unique event venues within the space to ensure we host your memorable occasion.

HOURS: Monday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sundays : 10am - 4pm Tel: + 27 (0)21 876 2086 • Email: fhcellardoor@dgb.co.za • franschhoekcellar.co.za Franschhoek Cellar Allee Bleue - 021 874 1021 Anura Vineyards - 021 875 5360 Backsberg - 021 875 5141 Boschedal - 021 870 4200 Babylonstoren - 021 863 3852 Chamonix - 021 876 8426

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Dieu Donné Vineyards - 021 876 2493 Franschhoek Cellar - 021 876 2086 Glenwood - 021 876 2044 Grande Provence - 021 876 8600 Holden Manz - 021 876 3173 La Bourgogne - 021 876 3245

R45, Franschhoek Main Road La Bri - 021 876 2593 La Couronne - 021 876 3939 Leopard’s Leap - 021 867 8002 Le Lude - 021 100 3464 Maison - 021 876 2116 Mont Rochelle - 021 876 2770

Moreson - 021 876 3055 Noble Hill - 021 874 3844 Paserene - 021 876 2714 Plaisir De Merle - 021 874 1072 Rickety Bridge - 021 876 2129 Solms Delta - 021 874 3937

what the cape doctor ordered DE GRENDEL WINES

The views of Table Mountain and Cape Town from the long glass encased verandah of the De Grendel Tasting Lounge and Stoep are possibly the most spectacular of any wine farm in the Cape. Look out over the vineyards to the magnificent view of Table Mountain, Cape Town city and the Atlantic Ocean, or chill in the relaxed lounge atmosphere. Cellar tours are available *every weekday at 11h00 and 15h00. The cellar tour cost R80 which includes a tasting of 3 wines and a guided tour through the cellar.To make a booking, please email us at tasting@degrendel.co.za or call 021 558 6280.

Tel: +27 21 558 6280 • Email: info@degrendel.co.za • degrendel.co.za De Grendel Wine and Restaurant

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Address: De Grendel Wine Estate and Restaurant, Plattekloof Road, Panorama

DIEMERSFONTEIN

Diemersfontein Wine invites you to stop by and visit our tasting room in Wellington – after all, there’s so much more to taste than just the Pinotage!

Open 7 days a week from 10h00 to 17h00, Aubern, Joanne and their team of tasting advisors eagerly await your visit! Whilst visiting our tasting room, you are able to sample our full range of wines, including the Diemersfontein Original range, our Flagship Carpe Diem range, as well as the Thokozani Range.

Cellar door prices are convenient and delivery can be arranged directly to your home!

Tel: +27 21 864 5050 • Email: tastingroom@diemersfontein.co.za • www.diemersfontein.co.za Diemersfontein Wine Estate

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Address: R301, Jan Van Riebeeck Dve, Newtown, Wellington

DIEU DONNÉ VINEYARDS

“Dieu Donné” translates literally into “A gift from God”. The farm is situated high on the cool south-west facing slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains, which tempers the sun, ensuring that our grapes ripen slowly. Thanks to our cool summer conditions & unique soils, this lends to the unique flavours and characters of the terroir in the grapes. Merlot being the flagship wine on the farm, we invite you to visit our tasting facility or enjoy a glass of wine on the terrace while soaking in the beautiful views.

Tel: +27 21 876 2493 • Email: info@dieudonnevineyards.com • www.dieudonnevineyards.com Dieu Donné Vineyards

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Address: Dieu Donné Vineyards Uitkyk Street, Franschhoek, 7690

LABORIE ESTATE

Laborie Estate is a historic working farm on the foothills of Paarl Mountain, less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town. A gem of an estate located in the heart of Paarl, that has been revived as a one-stop destination in the Cape Winelands. A family-friendly stylish restaurant, luxury guest rooms set among the vineyards, a relaxed tapas restaurant & a wine-tasting venue with some of the most breathtaking views in the Boland, are just some of the comforts which Laborie offers its guests.

Tel: +27 21 807 3095 • Email: reservations@laborieestate.co.za • www.laborieestate.co.za Laborie Estate

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DELHEIM WINE ESTATE

JUNE 23 TO AUGUST 25

IT’S SHOWTIME AS LIVE JAZZ AND DELICIOUS FONDUE RETURN TO DELHEIM. Every Sunday from June 23 to August 25.

There’s nothing like a little jazz to warm the cockles of your heart. So, get your fix this winter at Delheim wine estate’s popular Jazz & Fondue. The bonus at the intimate lunchtime concerts is a symphony of cheese and wine from the celebrated Stellenbosch winery served alongside a musical programme of the Cape Town Music Academy NPC and Jazz in the Native Yards. Reservations are required and can be done online through Quicket - https://qkt.io/delheimjazz-cheese. Tickets are R350 per person: Discover more and what this cost includes – http://www.delheim.com/news-events/events-at-delheim.

Address: Knorhoek Road, Stellenbosch Tel: +27 21 888 4600 • Email: info@delheim.com • www.delheim.com

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LA MOTTE WINE ESTATE

Situated in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley in South Africa’s Cape winelands, La Motte is home to the finest wines, recognised internationally for exceptional quality. With its picturesque setting, traditional cuisine and historic charm, La Motte is an enchanting choice for those who appreciate the finer things in life.

Enjoy an introduction to La Motte’s internationally acclaimed wine portfolio,produced to express distinctive varietal character in a style that is classic and elegant.

Tel: +27 21 876 8000 • Email: info@la-motte.co.za • www.la-motte.com La Motte

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Address: R45 Main Road, Franschhoek Valley

LEOPARD’S LEAP FAMILY VINEYARDS

Known for its versatile easy-drinking wines, Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards also enjoys sharing its passion for quality living with guests and tourists who visit the beautiful wine tasting room and Rotisserie restaurant situated in the famous Franschhoek Valley. This popular, laid-back destination offers a family-friendly experience of note. Choose between a variety of tasting options, enjoy an innovative wine cocktail or sit down to an informal and seasonal lunch. The food and wine experience also extends to a programme of exciting cooking classes and an internationally awarded Friday morning Food & Wine Pairing.

Tel: +27 (0)21 867 8002 • Email: info@leopardsleap.co.za • www.leopardsleap.co.za Leopard’s Leap

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Address: R45 Main Road, Franschhoek

BLAAUWKLIPPEN WINE ESTATE

Nestled on the slopes of the Stellenbosch Mountain, Blaauwklippen is one of the oldest wine farms in South Africa, dating back to 1682. As one of South Africa’s oldest wine estates, we are proud of our heritage, our spectacular setting, our fertile soil and our award-winning wines. Most of all we are proud of our people, who share a philosophy that the winemaker merely finishes what nature has begun. Experience the rich and fascinating world of wine with Blaauwklippen Vineyards, combining traditional values with innovative ideas for over 333 years, to create one of South Africa’s top wine tourism destinations.

Tel: +27 21 880 0133 • Email:tasting@blaauwklippen.com • www.blaauwklippen.com Blaauwklippen Vineyards

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for the sake of our future

A red roman in the De Hoop MPA by Steve Benjamin

Positioned on the tip of the continent, South Africa enjoys a long and diverse coastline. Facing both the Indian and the Atlantic oceans, we enjoy a plethora of marine life and border some unique eco-systems that are created by the mixed currents of hot and cold sea waters.

This gives us and our visitors an abundance of fisheries and marine life, a source for visual and gastronomic pleasure.

In order to sustain this natural wealth for years to come, the Department of Environmental Affairs has declared new Marine Protected Areas (MAPs) all around our coastline. These are to become our Ocean National Parks, aiming to protect our ocean heritage for future generations and support fisheries sustainability, risk management, adaptation to climate change and tourism.

MPAs are so much more than ocean National Parks because of their role in fisheries sustainability. The returns on having well designed and properly run MPAs can be measured in their economic, environmental and social benefits. MPAs help meet our Ocean Economy and Sustainable Development Goals, safeguarding marine environments and services provided by healthy oceans including food, climate resilience and medicines.

FISH FOREVER MPAs support fisheries sustainability by protecting breeding and nursery areas, providing areas for resources to recover from overuse and through spillover or flow of benefits to adjacent areas. In an increasingly industrialised ocean, MPAs help maintain food and job security in the fisheries sector.

Many of our fish stocks are severely exploited after years of heavy fishing. MPAs allow ecosystems, animals and plants living in them to recover, providing safe spaces in which fish can breed undisturbed, protecting spawning and nursery areas.

BIGGER, BETTER, AND MORE ABUNDANT In many fish species, the older and bigger females get, the more fertile and productive they become. When fish are allowed to mature undisturbed, the returns increase exponentially as their number of offspring increases. Young fish move outside the no-take area into exploited areas. This flow of benefits is known as the “spillover effect” where fish populations build up inside the MPA, restocking fishing grounds.

STREAMLINING DECISION MAKING TO UNLOCK THE OCEAN ECONOMY MPAs can help streamline environmental authorisations and represent a practical solution for managing ecologically and Biologically Significant Areas (EBSAs). By setting aside areas of representative ecosystem types, other areas can be freed up for development.

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BIO-DISCOVERY AND BENEFITS FOR THE BIO-ECONOMY Marine species may produce medicines and other compounds are yet to be discovered. This provides untapped possibilities for the bio-economy. One of our South African seaslug species, Leminda Millecra, produces a compound that fights oesophageal cancer.

COPING WITH CLIMATE CHANGE MPAs help maintain resilience in ecosystems under stress from climate change.

In ecosystems it contributes to resilience for people living in coastal communities.

Healthy shorelines protect and buffer coastal communities and infrastructure from extreme weather, tsunamis and sea-level rise. Protection of healthy shorelines now yields future benefits and safeguards their social and economic wellbeing.

Leminda millecra by Georgina Jones

BENCHMARK TO MEASURE CHANGE

MPAs help us understand what a healthy ecosystem should look like. We can use this information to measure change in unprotected areas. These baselines help measure the impacts of climate change, invasive alien species, pressure from fishing, mining and other activities outside the MPA. MPAS INCREASE TOURISM REVENUE MPAs attract local and international tourists. The estimated value of South African marine ecotourism is at least R2,130 billion in overall value to the economy.

The Simonstown African penguin colony and Sodwana Bay coral reefs attract thousands of visitors every day. Our oceans have species that occur nowhere else on earth.

Noah the Coelacanth by Peter Timm

JOB CREATION & SUPPLEMENTARY LIVELIHOODS

MPAs can provide important alternative sources of income and livelihoods for many people. Jobs associated with the marine wildlife economy, such as tour guiding, scuba and shark cage diving, turtle, bird and whale watching are all possible close to protected areas. Communities can benefit from the opportunities from tourists, allowing for entrepreneurial enterprises and jobs linked directly to MPAs, including tour guides, rangers, park managers, gate, hospitality and maintenance staff and in-house educators.

PRESERVATION OF CULTURE AND HISTORY Sites of historic significance (such as shipwrecks) and other of archaeological and historical interest, diversify tourism opportunities and development.

INCREASING OCEAN PROTECTION South Africa is in the process of declaring several new MPAs to advance ocean protection around the country. These new MPAs will: • Protect offshore ecosystems for the first time, some of these contain Critically Endangered habitats and species.

Rangers doing monitoring work in the Aliwal Shoal MPA

• Help overexploited species to recover and improve fishery yields.

• Manage Ecologically and Biologically Significant Areas (EBSAs), Sensitive habitats such as coral and sponge grounds and Essential Fish Habitats.

• Improve protection of well-known animals such as whales, dolphins, sharks, turtles and seabirds to ensure their survival.

• Streamline environmental decision making, support ocean economy and contribute to Sustainable Development Goals.

FUTURE FRIENDLY OCEAN MANAGEMENT

The sea is a place of cleansing and spiritual renewal by Kerry Sink

MPAs provide opportunities for future generations by supporting sustainable development and ensuring the ocean continues to provide benefits. Our children need us to protect our oceans.

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NETCARE WESTERN CAPE EMERGENCY AND TRAUMA DEPARTMENTS We’re here for you when you need it most When you or a loved one have suffered a serious medical emergency or injury as a result of an accident or traumatic incident, prompt intervention by trained medical professionals could mean the difference between life and death.

Netcare not only provides firstresponse emergency medical services through Netcare 911’s road and air operations; there are also 4 emergency departments at Netcare hospitals in the Western Cape operating around the clock, every day of the year.

Clinical care at the emergency departments is provided by independent doctor practices or by doctors with whom Netcare has contracted to provide this service, while specialists are on call should more specialised treatment be required.

a ICU, and provides red life-threatening nted by skilled and are for patients and

You’re in safe hands

24hr Emergency Departments and Trauma Centres Our trauma centers have a dedicated multidisciplinary trauma team, trauma theatres and ICU’s and provide comprehensive and highly specialised emergency medical services to patients who have suffered life – threatening traumatic injuries or medical conditions.

These world class facilities are complemented by skilled and experienced medical specialists, management and staff who are committed to providing exceptional care for patients and their families.

At Netcare 911, our core value is care.

We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do.

We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care and professional excellence.

We strive to offer the best response times and paramedical expertise in the EMS industry.

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For emergency paramedic, ambulance or helicopter service dial 082 911

FIT FOR FLYING Over one billion people travel by air each year. From an array of plane-hopping pathogens to jet lag, dehydration, pre-existing medical conditions and the infamous economy class syndrome, international travellers confront an array of health risks while flying. In this article we shall discuss some healthy advice for travellers so you can be in tip-top condition, whether its for that special business trip, spending time with family and friends, or even that much-needed vacation we all need occasionally.

Despite health risks involved, most of us are boarding planes more nowadays than ever before. World air travel has grown by around 5% a year over the past 30 years and although there are numerous health issues associated with air travel they pale in comparison to the enormous benefits to the traveller. There are many unstable cardiac conditions that prohibit one to fly, these include unstable arrythmias, valvular disease, uncontrolled blood pressure and a recent stroke. The decrease in oxygen saturation during air travel may affect those with cardiovascular disease.

Therefore, it is important to make sure you have been seen by your general practioner or cardiologist prior to flying to ensure you are cleared and stable to fly. Patients with pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators can fly once medically stable.

Diabetes Mellitus has no restrictions to flying if its well-controlled. Those with insulin-dependent diabetes are normally required to have a letter of authorisation from their doctor to allow carriage of needles in their hand luggage. Insulin should be carried in a cool bag or pre-cooled vacuum flask. As a general rule: When travelling east and if more than two hours are lost, it may be necessary to take fewer units with intermediate or long-acting insulin. When travelling west and the day is extended by more than two hours, supplemental short-acting insulin or an increased dose of intermediate-acting insulin may be needed.

Sugar tablets and snacks to prevent episodes of hypoglycaemia should be carried.

The infamous Deep Vein Thrombosis is a blood clot in a deep vein, commonly in the legs. It is a life-threatening condition because a piece of the clot can break off and travel to the lungs where it can cause a pulmonary embolism. The jury is still out there on the extent of whether long-haul flights raises your risk of DVTs. The best advice one can give to combat the risk is to wear compression stockings to stimulate circulation and prevent blood from pooling. Other important tips may include avoiding crossing your legs as this may reduce blood circulation and consuming adequate amounts of non-alcoholic beverages throughout the flight to prevent dehydration. Exercising not only alleviates your risk of developing a DVT, but it can also reduce aches and pains, relieve stress and boredom, and induce better quality sleep.

Patients that are pregnant are prohibited to fly from the end of the 36th week of pregnancy and end of the 32nd week in multiple pregnancies, due to the increased risk of in-flight delivery. In general, the safest time for a pregnant woman to travel is during the second trimester (18-24 weeks). Babies less than 2 years old are also prohibited to fly.

Lastly, let’s talk a bit about jetlag. Jet lag is a temporary sleep disorder that occurs when the body’s internal “clock” takes a while to adjust to the time at the destination. It can affect your mood, concentration, and mental and physical performance.

It is generally not serious but can cause problems if you have critical business or vacation activities planned shortly after arrival.

Also, try set your watch to the time zone of your destination before you depart and when you arrive at your destination, get into the local routine as soon as possible along with trying to stay outside during daylight as much as you can because natural light helps your body clock to adjust.

Many of the world’s most fascinating destinations can only be reached on a long-distance flight. Sitting on a plane for so long can be intimidating, but you can take steps to improve your comfort and safety. Best wishes for safe and healthy travels! www.vascularcentre.co.za admin@vascularcentre.co.za Tel: 021 201 1119 Suite 1521 Christiaan Barnard Hospital

Over one billion people travel by air each year. From an array of plane-hopping pathogens to jet lag, dehydration, pre-existing medical conditions and the infamous economy class syndrome (the possibility of developing a deep vein thrombosis), international travellers confront an array of health risks while flying.

In this article we shall discuss some healthy advice for travellers so you can be in tiptop condition, whether its for that special business trip, spending time with family and friends, or even that much-needed vacation we all need occasionally. Despite health risks involved, most of us are boarding planes more nowadays than ever before. World air travel has grown by around 5% a year over the past 30 years and although there are numerous health issues associated with air travel they pale in comparison to the enormous benefits to the traveller, to commerce, to international affairs, and to the public’s health.

So, given there are some things we can’t change about air travel, there are things we can do to protect our health and ensure our comfort while flying as well as after the flight.

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2 LOWER LOOP STREET, CAPE TOWN

EASTER SPECIALS WINTER SPECIALS

Topaz pendant R680 Zebra hide R12 000

Scatter cushion R450

Springbok cushion R380

Ostrich belt R1 100

cape town museums MUSEUMS IN THE WINELANDS FRANSCHHOEK MOTOR MUSEUM

AIR FORCE MUSEUM

IRMA STERN MUSEUM

Monday & Tuesday : by appointment only; Wedsday - Friday: 8:00 - 15:00; Saturday: 8:30 - 12:00.

The home and studio of Irma Stern, a renowned South African artist.

A special opportunity to look back at more than 100 years of motoring history.

This is an active Air Force base. All visitors must produce an ID or Passport.

Open Tuesday - Friday 10:00 - 17:00; Saturday 10:00 -14:00; closed on public holidays.

L’Ormarins wine estate, R45, Franschhoek.

Piet Grobler St, Ysterplaat Airbase.

25 Cecil Rd, Rosebank.

GROOT CONSTANTIA MANOR HOUSE

BO-KAAP MUSEUM

KOOPMANS- DE WET HOUSE

Showcases local Islamic culture and heritage.

This house museum is furnished as a home for a well-to-do Cape family during the late 18th Century.

The oldest wine-producing estate of South Africa.

Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00.

Groot Constantia Estate, Constantia.

Mondays to Saturdays from 10:00 to 17:00.

HESS ART COLLECTION

71 Wale Street.

The art gallery houses a collection of contemporary, pop and modern art

by South African artists.

Open Monday – Sunday from 10:00 – 16:00. Glen Carlou wine estate, Simondium Road, Klapmuts, Paarl.

MUSEUM VAN DE CAAB A voice to the individual indigenous and slave people who have lived and worked on the farm from pre-colonial times to the present.

Open 7 days a week, from 09:00 to 17:00. Solms-Delta, Delta Road, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek.

THE AFRIKAANSE TAALMONUMENT The Afrikaans Language Museum honours those that played an important part in the process to recognise Afrikaans as an official language of writing and reading.

CAPE TOWN SCIENCE CENTRE More than 250 interactive exhibits and puzzles.

Monday to Saturday 9:00 – 16:30; Sundays & Public Holidays 10:00 – 16:30 370B Main Rd, Observatory.

DISTRICT SIX MUSEUM

Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00.

35 Strand Street.

MARITIME CENTRE Features an overview of shipping in Cape Town, and the earliest existing model of Table Bay harbour.

Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00.

1st Floor, Union-Castle House, Dock Road, V&A Waterfront.

The District Six Museum works with the memories of this specific District experience and with that of forced removals more generally.

PLANETARIUM & DIGITAL DOME

25A Albertus St & Buitenkant Street.

Shows Daily. Closed On Mondays for research.

Interactive exhibition, educational movies and exploring our sky.

HEART OF CAPE TOWN MUSEUM

25 Queen Victoria Street.

Open: Mon to Sun 08:00 –17:00 (Apr. to Oct.) 08:00–20:00 (Nov. to Mar.) Gabbema Doordrift Street, Paarl Mountain.

The birthplace of the first ever human heart transplant.

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THE RUPERT MUSEUM

7 days a week. Guided tours start at 9:00, 11:00, 13:00 & 15:00.

The unique private art collection of Anton and Huberte Rupert. Over 350 works of contemporary South African art from the period 1940 to 1970.

Specially pre-arranged tour is available at 17:00.

Open Mon - Sat: 10:00 – 16:00.

Stellentia Rd, Stellenbosch.

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Groote Schuur Hospital, Groote Schuur Dr, Observatory.

Houses the William Fehr collection: works of art on paper (watercolours, prints and drawings).

Due to the sensitive nature of artworks on paper, only a selection of works is on exhibition. Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00.

78 Buitenkant Street.

SLAVE LODGE

and T-shirts printed yesterday.

From human wrongs to human rights, exhibitions on the lower level of this museum explore the long history of slavery in South Africa.

Daily from 10:00 to 17:00.

Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00.

SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL GALLERY

Corner Adderley and Wale Streets.

South Africa’s premier art museum.

SOCIAL HISTORY CENTRE Houses indigenous cultural material from southern Africa, artefacts from the colonial period of the Cape, including maritime and historical archaeology, as well as collections of world ceramics, furniture, coins and textiles, among others.

Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00.

17 Church Square.

SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH MUSEUM A tribute and detailed account of one of the great Jewish communities of the diaspora.

25 Queen Victoria Street.

Daily from 10:00 to 17:00.

Government Avenue, Company’s Garden.

THE SPRINGBOK EXPERIENCE - SA RUGBY MUSEUM Honouring the Springboks and South African rugby.

Tuesday - Sunday from 9:00 to 17:00.

Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront.

WILLIAM FEHR COLLECTION AT THE CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE

Open Sunday to Thursday.10:00 - 17:00; Friday 10:00 - 14:00.Photo ID required at entry.

Contained in the collection is a wealth of historical information concerning the peoples and landscapes of early colonial South Africa.

88 Hatfield Street, Gardens.

Daily from 09:30 to 15:30.

SOUTH AFRICAN MUSEUM

ZEITZ MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY MODERN AFRICAN ART (MOCAA).

Houses more than one and a half million specimens of scientific importance. The collections now range from fossils almost 700-million years old to insects and fish caught last week.

There are also stone tools made by people 120 000 years ago, traditional clothes from the last century,

MUSEUM HOURS Sunday to Thursday: 10am - 5pm, Friday: 10am - 2pm Closed Saturdays and Jewish Holidays Open Public Holidays

Cape Town Walking Tours No visitor to the Mother City should miss out on its beautiful historic buildings, museums and diverse history. See everything the Cape Town inner city has to offer with a Historic City free walking tour which operates on a Tip Only basis: you enjoyed?

Tip your guide. You had a laugh? Even better.

FREE TOURS BY FOOT Tours departs daily at 10.30am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 3pm and 4pm from the ticket office at 81 Long Street (stop 5).

As you explore the city in the 90-minute tour, your guide will highlight buildings and places of relevance and history along the route.

Look out for the tour guide in their red uniforms with their red umbrellas to join the City Sightseeing Free Walking Tours.

Collects, preserves, researches, and exhibits twenty-first century art from Africa and its Diaspora and hosts international exhibitions.

Open Daily 9:00 - 18:00.

Visit www.citysightseeing.co.za for more

V&A Waterfront, Silo District, S Arm Road.

Situated in the Museum Mile in central Cape Town, the South African Jewish Museum offers visitors a truly unique experience with its bold architectural design, interactive multi-media displays and truly engaging accounts of South African Jewish history.

COST Adults: SA Pensioners: Students (Under 12 years): Students (Over 12 years):

R60.00 R30.00 FREE R30.00

88 Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town

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WORLD OF BIRDS World of Birds is the largest bird park in Africa and one of the few large bird parks in the World.

Over 3 000 birds (and small animals) of 400 different species are uniquely presented in more than 100 spacious landscaped walk through aviaries, allowing you the most intimate closeness with nature. www.worldofbirds.org.za Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806 +27 21 790 2730

KIRSTENBOSCH NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDEN Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is acclaimed as one of the great botanic gardens of the world. Few gardens can match the sheer grandeur of the setting of Kirstenbosch, against the eastern slopes of Cape Town’s Table Mountain.

www.sanbi.org/gardens/kirstenbosch Rhodes Drive, 7735 021 799 8783

BIG 5 SAFARI & SPA Real Africa. Real Close To Cape Town.

Over 10 000-hectares of Big 5 conservancy.

4-STAR ACCOMMODATION | SPA | GAME DRIVE | HORSEBACK & QUAD BIKE SAFARI At the award-winning Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa, guests will get the opportunity to experience a Big 5 safari, together with outstanding service; it just does not get any better than this. With game drives, quad bike and horseback safaris situated just 2 hours’ drive from Cape Town, it’s the closest you will get to real Africa, in the lap of luxury.

The world-class spa at Aquila adds to the already exceptional facilities and services on offer. It is a masterpiece of luxury, defined by its serenity and creative use of natural elements.

FACILITIES & ACTIVITIES 4-STAR ESTABLISHMENT | PREMIER, FAMILY & LUXURY COTTAGES | LODGE ROOMS | DAY TRIP SAFARI | HORSEBACK SAFARI | QUAD BIKE SAFARI STAR SAFARI | OVERNIGHT SAFARI | FLY-IN SAFARI | WINE TASTING | INDOOR & OUTDOOR RESTAURANTS | OUTDOOR POOL | WET BAR | CIGAR LOUNGE | CONFERENCE CENTRE | SPA | CURIO SHOP | CHILDREN’S FACILITIES & JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAMME

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