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Women Humanity Arts Festival

6 - 9 August

Ticket bookings can be made at Computicket or Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 7695

Schools’ Arts Festival

11 - 27 August

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SAVE THE DATE HERMANUS WINE & FOOD FAIR 7 - 9 August WINE VILLAGE, HERMANUS

JACK PAROW & DIRT NASTY (USA) 02 SEPT

Local wineries from Elgin to Elim will present their wines for tasting, not forgetting delectable fares from various cheese and olive farms amongst others, as well as the famous Sushi of The Harbour Rock. All the wines on tasting will be available for purchasing at the Wine Village during the festival at cellar prices.

WINE CONCEPTS SEDUCTIVE SAUVIGNONS FESTIVAL 04 SEPT

OPEN BOOK CAPE TOWN 2015 09 SEPT

Do not miss the opportunity to taste and pay for your favourite wines and fill up your wine racks! This is the only Wine and Food Fair in South African where you are able to purchase the wines tasted and either take them home immediately or have them shipped home anywhere in the world.

What utter convenience! Come and enjoy more than 200 wines from the various wine estates, olive products, glorious cheese, and loads of speciality food stalls.

Bonnievale, McGregor and Robertson welcome visitors into their homes and onto their farms for a food and wine experience designed to be savoured.

Guests can look forward to dinners at the homes of winemaking families, cooking traditional Robertson Country Fare such as Waterblommetjie Bredie, “melktert”, venison and Karoo Lamb.

As always wine will be central to the weekend and you will have ample opportunity to meet with winemakers to taste and discuss their wines. The weekend will also include some great options where you can learn to make pasta or gnocchi, taste wine from grape specific glasses or learn to play poker! Other activities will include Horse Riding, Boat Cruises and Fynbos and Renosterveld Walks as well as vineyard tours.

On Sunday, 11 August is time for the annual Regional Food Market where local foodies & cooks alike bring the finest from their kitchens. With live music and plenty of food, this is one of the highlights of the weekend and not to be missed!

Time: 9am to late. Cost: Various (depends on activities booked). www.robertsonslow.com OPEN DESIGN FESTIVAL 12 - 23 August CITY HALL, DARLING ST

TIMES: Friday 7 August: 17:00 to 20:00 Saturday 8 August: 11:00 to 19:00 Sunday 9 August: 11:00 to 15:00 BLOOD BROTHERS CAPE TOWN 23 SEPT

Entry: R150 per person per day Tickets available at the door.

Twitter @winevillage #WINEFEST #HWFF #LOCALISLEKKER ROBERTSON SLOW FESTIVAL 2015 7 - 10 August THROUGHOUT ROBERTSON WINE VALLEY

The Open Design Festival is an annual cross-disciplinary citywide event, promoting the celebration and sharing of design ideas and encompassing a wide range of exhibitions, talks and activities.

Tickets cost R190 and can be purchased from www.webtickets.co.za or at the door.

For more details visit: www.capewinemakersguild.com NEDBANK CAPE WINEMAKERS GUILD SHOWCASE

FRANSCHHOEK UNCORKED FESTIVAL 26 + 27 SEPT

13 August CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

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The Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild

Showcase offers wine lovers a preview of the wines crafted exclusively for the prestigious Auction. Meet Guild members and sample exceptional wines with a creative edge and great diversity of styles in an informal and interactive environment. The Showcase also features a silent auction of rare wines in aid of the Guild’s Development Trust.

recitals, a performance of Lieder, a wind instrument quintet, an organ recital and the performance of an a capella choir.

Klein Karoo potters, painters and other visual artists such as Thijs Nel and Francois Gerber will exhibit in various venues and there will also be practical painting workshops.

Since its inception in 1985, the Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Auction has become a quality benchmark of what can be achieved by South African wine producers. The Auction is open to the public and takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2015.

Tickets can be booked at Computicket or directly at the venues.

Visit www.klassique.co.za for more info.

LADIES DAY 15 August KENILWORTH RACECOURSE

Tickets cost R190 and can be purchased from www.webtickets.co.za or at the door.

For more details visit: www.capewinemakersguild.com KLEIN KAROO KLASSIQUE 13-16 August OUDTSHOORN A festival of classical music and Klein Karoo cuisine, wines and art. Make a date with delicious Klein Karoo cuisine paired with regional wines and complimeted by the classical sounds of a string quartet, a piano duo (piano & cello) two piano

from the starting stalls at the beginning of a race. Betting World is another sponsor and have donated betting vouchers, which will provide racegoers with plenty of extra excitement when cheering their fancies on.

Author, magazine columnist, radio and TV presenter and celebrity chef Jenny Morris will be the Master of Ceremonies, the “Giggling Gourmet”, is one of SA’s most loved food personalities and is extremely excited to be a part of the day.

There will be a lot of on course entertainment, including a fashion show hosted by Desray Designs. Fashion entrepreneur Desiree Jearey started out on Greenmarket Square in 1991 and after ten year tenure as one of Young Designer Emporium’s leading designers, she branched out and now has eight Desray stores around the country. Using a South African design aesthetic, Desray’s clothes are designed to flatter the female body no matter what shape or size and creates ready-to-wear clothes for “real people.”

Ladies Day at Kenilworth Racecourse is one of the fastest growing race meetings in the country and will take place at Cape Town’s premier racing venue.

The theme for this year’s event is the glitz and elegance of Las Vegas, one of the bright light cities of the world. The theme is sure to add some razzmatazz to the lawns, grandstand and rooms, so dress up and step out for a fun, formal day at the races.

Ladies within the racing industry will be attracted by the occasion, but there are some activities on course which will provide particular draw card for newcomers to the Sport Of Kings. Land Rover, one of the sponsors of the day, will have vehicles on course to drive ladies to the start in order to experience the thrill of watching the horses loading and jumping

The annual Ladies Day luncheon will take place in the Peninsula Room where Perdeberg Wines have come to the party and will be offering the ladies who lunch some of their finest cultivars.

The day will again be focused on the upliftment of charity and this year’s

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SAVE THE DATE charity, The Sunflower Fund will benefit from the auction of a promising racehorse.

The Fund’s chief objective is to create awareness and to educate potential bone marrow stem cell donors who could save the life of a child or young adult diagnosed with leukaemia or any other life threatening blood disorder. The training fees for the racehorse will again be sponsored by Crawford Racing who continues to support this initiative.

The incredible generosity of partners such as Samara Private Game Reserve, Club Travel, Elite Charter, Dermalogica, Kitchen Aid, AMT’s, Rustica and African Extracts Rooibos will add to the day’s festivities.

Although the Peninsula Room’s activities are restricted to the ladies as the afternoon rolls on the boys are welcome to join in from 16:00 when the charity auction takes place.

Limited tickets are available at R500 per person, for bookings contact - (021) 700 1600/ info@kenilworthracing.com

wines like Port, Muscadel, Jerepigo and Noble Late Harvest.

Participating wineries include: Ayama Wines, Blaauwklippen Vineyards, Boschkloof, Eaglevlei Wines, Eerstehoop Wines, Delheim, De Krans, Groenland, Lanzerac, L’Avenir Stellenbosch, Orange River Cellars, Ormonde Vineyards, Perdeberg Wines, Ruitersvlei Wines , Simonsvlei, Solms-Delta, Villiera Wines, Wellington Wines and Yonder Hill Wines.

Tickets: R70 pp (Includes tasting glass, entry into the wine theatre & free tastings). at Computicket or from the door.

For up to date information follow the Capegate Shopping Precinct Facebook page or www.capegatecentre.co.za #WeLoveWine #YourFlavour CAPE HOMEMAKERS EXPO 27 - 30 August CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTER

WE LOVE WINE FESTIVAL 21 & 22 August CAPEGATE SHOPPING CENTRE Wine lovers can taste and buy wine from the 20 producers participating in the festival and a wide selection to suit every palate and wallet, ranging from red, white, dry and sweet right through to Port, bubbly and pot-stilled brandy, is on offer.

A new addition to the event is the Wine Theatre presented by The Cape Wine Academy where educational and fun tastings will be offered FREE of charge with a festival ticket.

On Friday at 18:30 it will start off with Delheim’s Cupcakes and wine pairing, followed by a tasting of six top Shiraz’s at 19:30, which is just perfect for all red wine lovers. Saturday at 14h00 is Chenin Blanc’s turn and at 15:00 chocoholics can sit down for Lanzerac’s chocolate and wine pairing. They end of the programme with a tasting at 16:00 of sweet and dessert

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Event Ticket Info: Adults R70, Pensioners R50, Children under the age of 12 free entry. Expo times: Thursday to Saturday 10:00 – 20:00, Sunday 10:00 – 18:00.

Tickets through Webtickes & at the door www.homemakersonline.co.za CAPE FLORAL KINGDOM EXPO 27 - 30 August MEGA PARK, BREDASDORP, WESTERN CAPE

The Cape Floral Kingdom Expo is an annual event celebrating fynbos and life as a cornerstone in the South African conservation economy.

Attractions include: Fynbos identification; Info guru bookshop; Fynbos youth programme; Interior & Lifestyle shops; National flower arrangement competition & exhibition; High Tea event (booking essential); Tips & tricks for conservation photography.

Cost: R100, Scholars R30, 3 to 12 yrs. R10, Pensioners R70, U3 yrs. Free.

Tickets through Computicket.

Website: www.capefloralkingdom.co.za Facebook: CapeFloralKingdom Twitter: @CapeFloralExpo

The Cape HOMEMAKERS EXPO, one of Cape Town’s leading home improvement, décor, design and lifestyle exhibition, celebrates 20 years in 2015.

CLANWILLIAM WILD FLOWER SHOW

From modern bathroom fittings to the latest in kitchen design and appliances, beautiful new furnishings to the best in DIY - you’ll find it all at this inspiring event!

Incorporating a spectrum of South Africa’s leading brands and industry professionals, exhibits range from essential home improvement products to dazzling décor accessories.

Showcasing the inimitable flora exclusive to the Clanwilliam district and Ramskop Nature Reserve while also raising public awareness on conservation issues, the Clanwilliam Wild Flower Show has become a standing tradition for flower fanatics since its inception in 1972.

Exciting feature areas will once again include the tuis | home workshop, Kitchen Specialist Association, inVOGUE, d’VINE life, ARTISANaffair, Design Project 2015 and alfresco living. tuis | home magazines, your practical guide to beautiful living, will present creative garden, home and kitchen workshops and demos. The Kitchen Specialist Association (KSA) showcases traditional, contemporary & eclectic kitchen design & layouts – including cabinets, countertops & appliances.

28 - 6 August CLANWILLIAM

Every year visitors with a love and appreciation of the beauty of wild flowers are drawn back to a blossoming Clanwilliam, indisputably the first mustsee of the floral fantasy land the region transforms into.

Various exciting activities like music performances, art competitions for kids, hiking trails and trips are on offer throughout the show which promises a memorable experience for the whole family. For more info visit www.clanwilliamwildflowershow.co.za

ARTSCAPE WOMEN HUMANITY ARTS FESTIVAL Artscape Theatre is celebrating its 9th annual Women Humanity Arts Festival from the 6th – 9th August 2015.

The Festival was borne out of the need to honour and give a platform to the countless women, who tirelessly work and strive towards achieving a society where women are acknowledged and treated with the respect they deserve.

Artscape Theatre will come alive with four theatre productions, (Bittersoet, Cold Case: Revisiting Dulcie September, Henrietta With Love and Die Glas Ennie Draad) as well as two dance productions by Unmute Dance Company (Trapped and Ashed). A humanity walk followed by a humanity meal, business, social media and law workshops, a dialogue, film screenings, exhibitions, Pink Drive free breast examinations.

CANSA will be conducting breast screenings, blood pressure and blood glucose level testing and TB, HIV health screenings and much more. Veteran human rights organisation, Black Sash celebrates their 60th anniversary at the festival also.

Nadine McKenzie in ‘Ashed’

The women of Cape Town will be taking to the streets again this year to celebrate Women’s Day, Sunday August 9th. Following the success last year of WOMAN ZONE’s Women’s Humanity Walk – this time it’s going to be even bigger and stronger!

The Walk will start at The District Six Homecoming Centre and finish at the Artscape Piazza where there will be music and speeches followed by a Humanity Meal sponsored by The Next 48Hours.

Woman Zone will also be launching their book, Being a woman in Cape Town: Telling your Story.

The 2015 Artscape Women Humanity Arts Festival will end on a high note with a Gospel Concert. The line-up will include artist like Neville D, Rouchelle Liedemann, Tertia Hendricks, Michelle Botha, Anele Tame.

Denise Newman as Dulcie September in ‘Cold Case Revisiting Dulcie September’

For up to date information and the full programme visit www.artscape.co.za.

Book tickets through Computicket or Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 7695

Daniel Richards and Gantane Kusch in ‘Die Glas Ennie Draad’

A scene from ‘Henrietta with Love’

Elsabé Daneel in ‘Bittersoet’

LEARNERS SET TO AMAZE AUDIENCES AT SCHOOLS’ ARTS FESTIVAL As part of Artscape Audience Development and Education’s (ADE) ongoing vision to develop a love for the performing arts, and contributing to practical Nation building, August sees the return of the popular Schools’ Arts Festival.

Each year this festival gives primary and high schools learners the opportunity to showcase their talent for performing on a professional stage, and enabling them obtain theatre discipline and etiquette. The project encourages young people and their parents from different cultures and backgrounds to come together to experience a common goal. Approximately 14 schools share the same stage each evening, contributing to an exciting and diverse theatre experience, from classical choirs to contemporary dance.

The Schools’ Arts Festival will run at the Artscape Theatre from 11 to 27 August 2015. The showcase of talent will culminate in a glittering gala performance by selected schools on 27 August. The Gala will be attended by various dignitaries and will showcase the talent which exists in our schools.

Ticket bookings (R40 per person) for the Schools’ Arts Festival can be made at Computicket or Artscape Dial-a-Seat on 021 421 7695. For more information on the competition, please contact Themba Mzondi on 078 113 5216 or email themba@sceproductions.co.za

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ON STAGE MADAME ZINGARA – THE CELEBRATION

as the incredible creative team and scintillating all-local cast breathe new life into this Musical Masterpiece!

This is a massive Musical, on a grand scale for the whole family, which is not to be missed.

Artscape Theatre, 23 July - 23 Aug, Tickets R95 - R300 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.

The award-winning dinner theatre cirque spectacular returned. Madame Zingara celebrates its 15th anniversary production in a brand new custom built three storey high Belgian spiegelpaleis with new upper level balconies, a new menu, advanced digital sound and lighting, and pyrotechnics.

Grand Parade, 7 Jul - 26 Sept, Tickets R650 – R950 (incl. welcome drinks, canapés and a five course dinner) Tel: 0861 623 263.

Visit www.theatreofdreams. madamezingara.com for more info.

CAPE TOWN CITY BALLET DANCES NOËL COWARD’S ‘THE VORTEX” The dance adaptation of Noël Coward’s controversial play ‘The Vortex’.

The ballet explores themes of drug addiction in 1920’s high society, adultery, aging and dysfunctional family dynamics over the course of a weekend in the country home of David and Florence Lancaster.

BORN IN THE RSA To mark the 20th anniversary of the sudden passing of theatre legend Barney Simon, the Baxter, in association with the National Arts Festival, is proud to revive his hit production Born in the RSA, 30 years after its world premiere.

The docu-drama, which was devised

by Barney and the cast, is directed by Thoko Ntshinga, who performed the role of Thenjiwe in the original production.

With Born in the RSA, she brings together a dynamic young cast of seven actors to bring to life this remarkable production which salutes a legend of South African theatre history.

Baxter Theatre , 8 July - 8 Aug, Tickets R120 - R150 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.

JIVE CAPE TOWN FUNNY FESTIVAL Cape Town’s premier comedy festival returns for another popular season with a selection of top funny people from home and abroad.

Baxter Theatre, 23 July - 16 Aug, Tickets R120 - R150 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.

WEST SIDE STORY Come and enjoy arguably the most famous, legendary Musical hits of all time which include “The Jet Song”, “Maria”, “America”, “I feel pretty” and “Tonight”

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Theatre on the Bay, 29 July - 8 Aug, Tickets R100 - R200 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.

ARTSCAPE WOMEN’S HUMANITY ARTS FESTIVAL 31 July - 15 Aug ARTSCAPE THEATRE As part of the festival three significant theatre works will be presented in the Artscape Arena by award-winning and acclaimed artists, playwrights and directors.

BITTERSOET has two performances on 31 July and 1 August at 19.30. This Afrikaans translation of Deon Opperman’s Sweet Sorrows is about five different women juggling with the curveballs of life. Whether you are strong, funny or regretful, when dealt a bad deck of cards the sweet balm lies in the quiet triumph of healing.

COLD CASE, on 6 & 7 August is a tribute to Dulcie September, who was assassinated

in 1988 while opening the ANC’s Paris office. This highly acclaimed work is produced and performed by actress, Denise Newman and directed by Basil Appollis. As a theatrical presentation Cold Case, does not try to solve the mystery of who assassinated Dulcie, but goes some way to present the various scenarios already in the public domain. It also celebrates this legendary Cape Town school teacher turned freedom fighter who was deemed dangerous enough to be assassinated. There are three performances on Thursday 6th at 19:30 and Friday 7 August at 15:00 and 19:30.

Prior to the opening on 6 August, Denise will give a talk about Dulcie September in the Artscape Marble Foyer extension at 17h30.

HENRIETTA WITH LOVE from the 8 - 15 August, is a new work written by Peter Voges for Lee-Ann van Rooi who plays the role of Henrietta. It is directed by Sandra Temmingh. Wife to Charlie, mother to Mercia, sister to Rosie, friend to Freda, neighbour to big Mrs Castens, Henrietta speaks of her life with love. She shares her traditions, explores the meaning of things and troubles of the mind, ginger squares, Protea Village they now call Bishops Court, nerve pills, the war in North Africa, her favourite cerise pill box hat with matching petals. AND the one day that changed everything. The first performance on Saturday 8 August is at 19:30, Sunday performance is at 15:00, and then Tuesday to Friday at 19:30. Final performances on Saturday 15th are at 15:00 and 19:30.

Having received an Ovation Award at the 2015 National Arts Festival, THE UNMUTE DANCE COMPANY, who are an organisation focused on the inclusion of people with disabilities, they will present two works directed by Themba Mbuli in the Artscape Theatre at 20:00.

TRAPPED on Thursday 6 August merges visual art, sound dialogue and dance as three artists pioneer integrated techniques with mixed abilities. The work is autobiographical and includes wellknown deaf dancer choreographer Andile Vellem and wheelchair dancers Nadine McKenzie Appollis and Zama Sonjica. It is a celebration of the human spirit and the ability of persons with disability.

ASHED on 7 August, mirrors the evolution of South African citizens, looking at ourselves as a nation, where did we come from, where we are now, and where are we heading.

DIE GLAS ENNIE DRAAD, on Saturday 8 August at 11:30 is based on a true story from one of South Africa’s most notorious ganglands. This is an on-stage demonstration of how communities are reconstructed and the healing processes which can be achieved through discourse.

It is directed by Sandra Temmingh. After the production there will be a dialogue with audience participation, facilitated by Dr Ruben Richards of the Ruben Richards Foundation and Dr Thaver, a Sociologist at UWC. The festival programme will include a HUMANITY WALK commencing at the District Six Homecoming Centre on Saturday 8th at 12:00 and end at Artscape. This interactive initiative gives ‘Walkers’ the opportunity to communicate with someone they don’t know and build a bridge of dialogue.

On Sunday 9 August at 15:00 the 2015 the festival ends on a high note with the HUMANITY GOSPEL CONCERT. Artists include Neville D, Rouchelle Liedemann, Tertia Hendricks, Michelle Botha and Anele Tame.

Artscape Theatre, 31 July - 15 Aug, Tickets R80 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mob or Artscape Dial-A-Seat 021 421 76 95

Shortlisted for the prestigious Commonwealth Writers Prize, Heart of Redness tells a story of South African village life against the backdrop of a notorious episode from the country’s past.

Camugu, who left for America during apartheid, has returned to Johannesburg.

Disillusioned by the problems of the new democracy, he travels to the remote Eastern Cape where, in the nineteenth century, a teenage prophetess named Nonqawuse commanded the Xhosa people to kill their cattle and burn their crops, promising that once they did so the spirits of their ancestors would rise and drive the occupying English into the ocean. The failed prophecy split the Xhosa into Believers and Unbelievers, dividing brother from brother, wife from husband, with devastating consequences. One hundred and fifty years later, the two groups’ descendants are at odds over plans to build a vast casino and tourist resort in the village, and Camugu is soon drawn into their heritage and their future.

The Fugard Theatre, 19 - 22 Aug, Tickets R100 - R190 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.

SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD Following its resounding success in the United States earlier this year, the South African classic Sizwe Bantu is Dead, directed by John Kani and starring Mncedisi Shabangu and Atwanda Kani, come to the Baxter.

The award-winning theatre classic about the universal struggle for human dignity, a black man in apartheid-era South Africa tries to overcome oppressive work regulations to support his family.

This soaring and personal production premiered at the Market Theatre last year before transferring to the Syracuse Stage theatre in New York, followed by seasons in the US. The New York Times called it “A joyous hymn to human nature” while The New York Post described it as “Hypnotic …

Overwhelming compassion … Powerful” and On Stage said, “Kani and Shabangu give a riveting performance worthy of the material. This is a must-see production.”

Baxter Theatre, 19 Aug - 12 Sep, Tickets R60 - R120 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.

HEART OF REDNESS The young cast, which includes Magnet Theatre and UCT drama graduates, and some of the young Cape Town Opera Members, have come together under the direction of Mark Fleishman to create a musical version of the Zakes Mda novel Heart of Redness.

South Africa's Favourite comedy festival returns to the home of Cape Comedy

20 July - 16 August Baxter Theatre

CAPE TOWN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Divas Unite! 9 Aug; 15:00, Cape Town, City Hall. The CPO will celebrate women by fielding an all-female orchestra to accompany some of South Africa’s top inspirational female artists. Divas Unite will take place at the City Hall on Sunday, August 9, at 3 pm.

These include Freshlyground’s Zolani Mahola, sopranos Magdalene Minnaar and Zanne Stapelberg with 23-year-old opera star Noluvuyiso Mpofu,Kim Kallie and Judy Page and SAMA Award-winning instrumental pop group Sterling EQ. Sans Souci Girls High School will represent Sing the Change, an initiative that uses songwriting and performance to empower youth as a creative form of community service for positive change.

Just two men are on the line-up – conductor Brandon Phillips and MC Katlego Maboe.

General admission tickets R290 include Pongracz bubbly, tea and coffee as snacks at interval and after the concert.

Tickets for children aged 8 – 12 are R210.

Joshua Bell in Concert. 26 &27 Aug; 20:00, Cape Town, City Hall. Conductor: Berhard Gueller, Soloist: Joshua Bell. TCHAIKOVSKY: Violin Concerto. MENDELSSOHN: Symphony no 4 in A, Op. 90 “Italian”, BEETHOVEN: Leonore Overture No. 3, Op. 72b Tickets R180- R550 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.

The Line-up includes: Alistair Izobell Mike Raffone Carl Wastie Bruce Airhead Shimmy Isaacs Earl Okin Tumi Morake The Raymond and Mr Timpkins Tracy Klass Dylan Skews Carl Weber I Baccala’ Clowns Siv Ngesi

Baxter Theatre Centre, Main Road, Rondebosch For Bookings Call 0861 915 8000 or go to www.computicket.mobi.

Visit www.baxter.co.za for more info.

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MUSEUMS HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT

accommodate 25 people per tour group.

The Houses Of Parliament are an architectural wonder. Gallery tickets are available from Room 12. Overseas visitors must present their passports.

MYCITI ROUTE 101 - STATION: GARDENS STOP: GOVERNMENT AVENUE

Upon booking of a tour you will be requested to provide the names, All tours start on surnames and ID/passport the corner of Wale numbers of everyone that will be GOLD OF AFRICA Street and St Georges coming on the tour.

The parliament building, which Parliamentary Tours are free.

This unique museum Mall (across from also houses the Library of Parliament does not offer entices visitors to St Georges Parliament, is beautiful, parking or refreshments for experience the Cathedral). with its central dome and tour groups. Kindly do all ancient, sometimes Cape Town Corinthian porticos and bookings through the Tours mystical relationship that free walking pavilions. You can also sit Administrator: Visitor’s exists between gold and in the public gallery during Programme Administrator, the African continent Tours a parliamentary session. The E-mail: tours@parliament.gov.za, through state - of - the art visuals and original designer, Charles Tel: 021 403 2266. Address: artistic displays.

Freeman, miscalculated the 90 Plein Street. Visit foundations and was replaced by www.parliament.gov.za for more details.

The museum is Henry Greaves, who oversaw the building home to a until completion in 1885.

MYCITI ROUTE 101- STATION: collection of GARDENS STOP: GOVERNMENT AVENUE 350 West African gold artefacts as well as SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH MUSEUM objects from the ancient gold The museum is interactive and civilizations of Hi-tech, using different media to southern Africa. present highlights of South Africa history, and transforming the Martin Melck House, Jewish community’s story into a 96 Strand Street.

The free tours vital account of individual and Open: 09:30 - 17:00, run 365 days a year The new House of Assembly was designed organizational roles and T: 021 405 1540 come rain or shine

by Sir Herbert Baker. A pedestrian contributions. Dynamic display - and no booking walkway, Government Avenue, runs reveal the community’s response MYCITI ROUTE 105 needed. Just show through the Company Gardens and to the moral and political - STOP: STRAND up and we will provides easy access to Parliament challenges that confronted them. be there... and other nearby attractions are Greenmarket Square, the On view are rare Judaica THE SPRINGBOK EXPERIENCE Castle of Good Hope and artifacts, animated video Two daily the Victoria & Alfred footage of famous Barney The Springbok Experience features Waterfront. and Max Rose, and more than 64 audio visual monitors and Walking Tours Barnato an award winning computer screens, interactive ‘Springbok Tours of Parliament take documentary film ‘Nelson Trials’ skills tests for children and at 11 am or place from Monday - Friday, Mandela. A Righteous Man’, adults as well as a flagship at 2 pm 09:00-12:00 on the hour. On which is screened throughout Springbok clothing store.

Look out Fridays and when Parliament the day. Open: Sun - Thur: is not in session, tours continue 10:00 - 17:00, The Springbok Experience is for the GREEN to take place from 14:00-16:00.

Fri: 10:00-14:00. T: 021 465 1546. a museum – but much more UMBRELLAS!!

Tours do not take place during weekends For more information visit than that. Open from 10am and public holidays. We can only www.sajewishmuseum.co.za to 6pm, seven days a week,

MUSEUMS IN THE WINELANDS SPIER WINE ESTATE A small selection is displayed in the public spaces at Spier, including the Manor House, Conference Centre and Hotel.

The work is rotated on an annual basis to give exposure to as many of the artists as possible, and to keep the spaces fresh and alive for visitors and staff.

The art chosen for display aims to show the richness and diversity of the SA experience and artistic talent. Spier believes that the visual arts can provide both guests and staff with new insights, and challenge us to take a fresh look at our world and

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environment. Because of this, it is a powerful tool for transformation. Regular exhibitions are held in the Spier Old Wine Cellar Gallery. These also showcase works from the collection, and have an educational focus.

Visit www.spier.co.za for more.

FRANSCHHOEK MOTOR MUSEUM AT L’ORMARINS WINE ESTATE The Franschhoek Motor Museum offers visitors a special opportunity to look back at more than 100 years of motoring history

with its unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and memorabilia in the magnificent setting of L’Ormarins.

Mon – Fri: 10:00 – 17:00, Sat & Sun: 10:00 – 16:00, Open most public holidays. Visit www.fmm.co.za for more.

THE HESS ART COLLECTION AT GLEN CARLOU WINE ESTATE The Swiss entrepreneur, wine-producer and owner of Glen Carlou, Donald M. Hess, is one of the world’s major collectors of contemporary art.

the Experience takes visitors on an interactive journey through the fascinating story of South African rugby.

Portswood House (near intersection of Portswoodand Dock roads).

Visiting hours: Mon: 09:00 – 14:00. Tues – Sat. 09:00 – 16:00.

T: 021 466 7200.

Visit www.districtsix. co.za for more info.

MYCITI ROUTE 102 STOP: DISTRICT SIX

& Public Holidays 10:00 - 16:30. www.ctsc.org.za They give you a great tour and at the end you decide how much it was worth to you.

CAPE TOWN SCIENCE CENTER A world of discovery under one roof!

MY CITI ROUTES A01, T01 & 104 - STOP: BREAKWATER AND WATERFRONT DISTRICT 6 MUSEUM

Free Tours

by Foot 11 am is a free one and a half hour historic tour of Cape Town City Centre

District Six was named the Sixth Municipal District of Cape Town in 1867. Original established as mixed community of freed slaves, merchants, artisan, abourers and immigrants, District Six was vibrant centre with close links to the city and the port. By the beginning of the twentieth century, however, the history of removals and marginalization had begun.

Expect a wide variety of interactive displays and exciting activities for your enjoyment. Build a house in the exclusive ‘kids only’ Murray & Roberts Visit Building Site, challenge your mind with www.

Puzzling Things, nielsentours. experience weightco.za lessness similar to for more. that of space with a spin on the Human Gyroscope, play Mindball - the game where you control the ball with your brain waves and see and hear science in the Audio Kinetic Sculpture.

See South Africa’s electric car, the Joule, now on display (soon you will be able to ‘plug-in’ while you visit as we are making provision in our parking area for our visitors electric cars!) and much more.

For the first time, we have an outdoorarea, step outside and learn how the Science Centre is harvesting its rainwater to save water or enjoy a game of Chess on the Giant Chess set.

We offer free internet to all our visitors. Mon to Sat: 09:00 - 16:30, Sundays

His impressive collection spans five decades of recent art history from Abstract Expressionism through current positions.

Monday to Friday 8:30 – 17:00. Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 10:00 to 16:00.

The entrance is free of charge.

THE PLANETARIUM The Planetarium, #FreeToursCapeTown which is housed 2 pm is a free one and in the South a half hour tour of African Museum beautiful Bo-Kaap building in Cape with the different Town, is a coloured houses. celestial theatre in the round, utilising the complex Minolta star machine and multiple projectors to transport the audience through the wonders of the universe. The ultimate in armchair travel.

Inside the domed auditorium, the night sky is created, so whatever the weather outside, the Planetarium sky is always clear, an extraordinary audio-visual experience for old and young.

They will never pressure you to tip since they believe money should only be given if the tour was of high quality and you want to reward that within your budget.

Huguenots’ flight from France and settlement in the Franschhoek Valley at the Cape. Exhibitions include various tools used to make wine, clothes they wore and the culture and desire for a better life that they brought with them.

Visit www.glencarlou.co.za for more.

THE HUGUENOT MEMORIAL MUSEUM The Huguenot Memorial Museum elaborates on the history of the French

MYCITI ROUTE 102 - STOP: UPPER SALT RIVER AND THEN A LITTLE WALK

Opening hours: Monday - Saturday 09h00 - 17h00 & Sunday 14:00 - 17:00.

25 Queen Victoria Street Closed on Workers’ Day, Christmas Day and the first Monday of every month (excluding school holidays).

Adults (19 years and older) R40, Children, students and SA Pensioners R20.

Good Friday & Christmas Day - CLOSED Visit www.museum.co.za for more or call 021 876 2532.

The Huguenot Monument in Franschhoek, South Africa, is dedicated to the cultural influences that Huguenots have brought to the Cape Colony (and ultimately the whole of South Africa) after their immigration during the 17th and 18th centuries.

The monument was designed by J.C.Jongens, completed in 1945 and inaugurated by Dr. A.J van der Merwe on 17 April 1948.

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DOWNTOWN RAMEN A: 103 Harington Str. T: 021 461 0407 EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR A: The Wellington building, Darling Street. T: 021 461 2458 www.easternfoodbazaar. co.za HAIKU Exotic Asian cuisine A: 33 Church Street T: 021 424 7000 www.bukhara.com IZAKAYA MATSURI Japanese A: Rockwell, Cnr Sciebe Str & Alfred Rd, Greenpoint T: 021 421 4520 www.izakayamatsuri.com

KITIMA Thai. A: Kronendal Estate, 140 Main Rd, Hout Bay. T: 021 790 8004/ 6 www.kitima.co.za SAIGON Vietnamese A: Kloof Str. T: 021 424 7670 TAKUMI Sushi. A: 3 Park Road, Gardens T: 021 424 8879 www.takumi.co.za WANG THAI A: Lagoon Beach Drive, Milnerton T: 021 551 9254 A: V&A waterfront T: 021 421 8702 www.wangthai.co.za

BARS & PUBS

T: 021 439 3494 F: 021 439 9225 E: theosgb@mweb.co.za www.theosrestaurant.co.za 163 Beach Road, Mouille Point

ARNOLDS' A: 60 Kloof Str. T: 021 424 4344 www.arnolds.co.za DIAS TAVERN A: 15 Caledon Str. T: 021 465 7547 www.diastavern. co.za FERRYMANS A: Old Dock Master Building, Dock Road, Waterfront T: 021 419 7748 webfactory.co.za/ portfolio/ferrymans/ FIREMAN'S ARMS A: Corner Budengracht And Mechau Street. T: 021 419 1513

www.firemansarms.co.za

FORESTERS ARMS A: 52 Newlands Ave. (Manson Rd.) T: 021 689 5949 MITCHELL'S BREWERY A: Old Dock Master Building, Dock Road, Waterfront.

T: 021 425 9462. www.mitchellsbrewery.com THE SLUG & LETTUCE A: 107 a Main Rd, Greenpoint T: 021 433 2081 A: 218 - 224 Long str.

T: 021 424 7328 A: 64 Kloof St, Gardens T: 021 422 5325 www.slugandlettuce. co.za

GAME & GRILLS DON ARMANDO A: 20 Cobern Str, Green Point T: 021 418 1462 &UNION A: 110 Bree Street T: 021 422 2770 www.carne-sa.com THE BUTCHER SHOP & GRILL A: Beach Road, Muoille Point.

T: 021 434 0813 www.thebutchershop.co.za BLACK MARLIN A: Main Road, Millers Point, Simons Town T: 021 876 1621

www.blackmarlin.co.za

CARNE SA A: 70 Keerom St. T: 021 424 3460 www.carne-sa.com

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DIAS TAVERN A: 15 Caledon Str. T: 021 465 7547

www.diastavern.co.za

KNIFE A: corner of Century Blv. & Rialto Rd. T: 021 551 5000

www.knife-restaurants.co.za

MARIMBA A: Cnr Coen Steytler & Heerengracht Road, Foreshore.

T: 021 418 3366 www.marimbasa.com THE HUSSAR GRILL A: 107A, Main Road, Green Point T: 021 433 2081 A: 108 Camps Bay Drive, Camps Bay T: 021 438 4563 A: Steenberg Village

THEO’S GRILL A: 163 Beach Road, Mouille Point T: 021 439 3494 On Facebook DIAS TAVERN A: 15 Caledon Str. T: 021 465 7547

www.diastavern.co.za

Shopping Centre, Constantia T: 021 702 4094 www.hussargrill. co.za NV-80 A: The Point, 76 Regent Rd, First Floor, Sea Point T: 021 439 7112

INDIAN BUKHARA A: 33 Church Str. T: 021 424 0000 A: Shop no. 6264, Upper Level, Victoria Wharf T: 021 418 5700 A: Grand West Casino, Goodwood.

T: 021 535 4444 A: corner of Drop & Bird Str. Stellenbosch.

T: 021 882 9133 www.bukhara.com MAHARAJAH A: Corner of Kloofnek and Woodside roads, Tamboerskloof.

T: 021 424 6607 MASALA DOSA A: 165 Long Str. T: 021 424 6772 www.masaladosa. co.za PASSAGE TO INDIA A: 2 Carnaby Centre, Marine Circle, Bloubergstrand.

T: 021 557 5524 RG’S KABAB MAHAL A: 315 Main Road, Sea Point.

T: 021 434 0008 www.kababmahal. co.za

INTERNATIONAL AUBERGINE A: 39 Barnett Str. . T: 021 465 4909 www.aubergine. co.za BELUGA A: The Foundry, Prestwich Str., Green Point T: 021 418 2948/ 9 www.beluga.co.za BLUES RESTAURANT A: The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps Bay T: 021 438 2040 www.blues.co.za CAFE CHIC A: 7 Breda Str Gardens T: 021 465 7218 www.cafechicsa.com GRAND CAFÉ & BEACH A: Granger Bay Rd, off Beach Rd T: 021 425 0551

GRAND CAFÉ & ROOM A: 35 Victoria Rd, Camps Bay. T: 021 438 4253 www.grandafrica.com HEMELHUIJS 71 Waterkant Street, Cape Town Tel: 021 418 2042 www.hemelhuijs.co.za MANO’S A: 39 Main Road T: 021 434 1090 www.mano.co.za MANO A MANO 5 Park Road Gardens Tel: 021 422 4415 ON THE ROCKS A: 45 Stadler Road, Bloubergstrand T: 021 554 1988 www.ontherocks.co.za THE ROUNDHOUSE A: Round House Road (off Kloof Road), The Glen, Camps Bay T: 021 438 4347 www.theroundhouse restaurant.co.za

MEDITERRANEAN 95 KEEROM A: 95 Keerom Street T: 021 422 0765 www.95keerom. com BIESMIELLAH A: 021 423 0850 T: Wale & Pentz

Street. www.biesmiellah.co.za BURRATA A: 375 Albert Road, The Old Biscuit Mill, Woodstock T: 021 447 6505 www.burrata.co.za

The Two Oceans Aquarium offers visitors the opportunity to discover the diverse marine life found off the southern African coast. Through displays ranging from the small and almost fantastical Knysna seahorses, to large ragged-tooth sharks, the Aquarium holds wondrous discoveries for young and old, around every corner. Meet the animals that call the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean their home – and the brightly coloured ones that live in the warm Indian Ocean. Be mesmerised by the swaying of the giant kelp in the aptly named Kelp Forest Exhibit- one of only three living kelp forest displays in the world.

Or come face-to-face with giant spider grabs and have an adventurous tactile experience at the Touch Pool.

The AfriSam Children’s Centre provides hours of fun for young children. Here they can take part in artsand-crafts, play on the modular climbing unit, watch a puppet show or just colour-in. They can also watch the antics of our rockhopper penguins as they dash through the water and enjoy their outside pool. The area is themed as “a Day at the Beach” and comes complete with a large sandpit for great sandcastle building. All of this while they learn about our oceans and the wonderful animals that live in them.

The Aquarium offers qualified divers the opportunity to dive in the I&J Predator Exhibit with ragged-tooth sharks, turtles and shoals of other predatory fishes. For divers with an advanced qualification, diving in the Kelp Forest Exhibit, surrounded by a multitude of fish, is a “must-do” dive. Dive bookings are essential and can be done by emailing dive@aquarium.co.za or online at www.aquarium.co.za.

The Two Oceans Aquarium’s onsite restaurant, Shoreline Café offers patrons wholesome, wellpriced and delicious fare. With its dedicated children’s play area, fast service and spectacular view of Table Mountain and the yacht marina, it provides an ideal spot for families to grab a quick bite or to sit back and relax after an exciting visit to the Aquarium.

Shoreline Cafe is accessible without entering the Aquarium and is open from 09:00 until 18:00 daily.

The Aquarium Shop has a wide range of gifts and souvenirs. From t-shirts to soft toys, there’s a gift for everyone.

For further information, please visit our website www.aquarium.co.za, join us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter (@2OceansAquarium).

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DINING MEDITERRANEAN (Continues) IL LEONE MASTRANTONIO A: 22 Cobern Street, Green Point T: 021 421 0071 www.mastrantonio. com GIOVANNI’S A: 103 Main Road, Green Point T: 021 434 6893 www.giovannis restaurant.com LA PERLA A: Cnr Church & Beach Roads, Sea Point T: 021 434 2471 www.laperla.co.za MYKONOS TAVERNA A: 343 Main Rd,Sea point. T: 021 439 2106 On Facebook

NONNA LINA A: 64 Orange Str. T: 021 424 4966 www.nonnalina.com POSTICINO A: Cnr Main & Albany Roads, Sea Point T: 021 439 4014 / 3964 www.posticino.co.za SABABA KITCHEN & DELI A: Shop 14, Piazza St. John, 395 Main Road, Sea Point T: 021 433 0507. A: 231 Bree St. T: 021 424 7480 www.sababa. withtank.com DIAZ TAVERN A: 15 Caledon Street T: 021 465 7547 www.diastavern. co.za

SEAFOOD BAIA A: V&A Waterfront T: 021 421 0935 www.baiarestaurant.co.za BLOWFISH RESTAURANT A: 1 MARINE Dr. Dolphin Beach, Tableview T: 021 556 5456 www.blowfishrestaurant.co.za CODFATHER A: 34 The Dr. Camps Bay T: 021 438 0782/ 3 On Facebook OCEAN BLUE A:The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps Bay T: 021 438 9838 / 9 ONS HUISIE A: Corner of Generaal Jansens,

Road and Stadler Road, Bloubergstrand T: 021 554 1553 www.onshuisie.co.za PARANGA A: The Promenade, Victoria Road Camps Bay T: 021438 0404 www.paranga.co.za PIGALLE A: 57 A Somerset Road Green Point T: 021 421 4848 www.pigallerestaurants.co.za THE LOOKOUT DECK A: Harbour Road T: 021 790 0900 www.thelookoutdeck.co.za WILLOUGHBY & CO A: V&A waterfront T: 021 418 6115 www. willoughby andco.co.za

TAPAS CAFÉ EXTRABLATTE A: 79 Main Rd. T: 021 286 0460

www.cafe-extrablatt.co.za

FORK A: 84 long St. T: 021 424 6334

www.fork-restaurants.co.za

LA PARADA A: 107 Bree Street T: 021 424 2235 RAFIKI’S A: 13 Kloof nek Rd, T: 021 286 0460 On Facebook rafikis.co.za

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RICK’S CAFÉ AMERICAIN A: 2 park Rd, Gardens T: 021 426 4731/1100 www.rickscafe.co.za SOTANO A: 121 beach Rd. T: 021 439 5119 www.newmarkhotels.com VICKI CRISTINAS A: The Promenade Centre, Victoria Rd, Camps Bay. T: 021 437 0221

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THE AMERICAS ALEXANDER BAR & CAFÉ Conversation bar A: 76 Strand St T: 021 300 1088 alexanderbar. co.za BEEFCAKES A: 40 Somerset Rd T: 021 425 9019 www.beefcakes. co.za EL BURRO- Mexican A: 81 Main Road, Green Point T: 021 433 2364 www.elburro.co.za FAT CACTUS Mexican A: 5 Park Rd

T: 021 422 5022 www.fatcactus. co.za KEENWA Peruvian A: 50 Waterkant St T: 021 419 2633 www.keenwa.co.za HUDSONS - The Burger Joint A: corner of Portswood & Somerset Rd, Green Point T: 021 433 1496 PANCHO’S A: 127 Main Rd, Observatry T: 021 447 4854

A TASTE OF AFRICA Most venues also offer authentic entertainment to accompany and compliment the experience. Please make sure to advice about times of shows when booking.

ADDIS IN CAPE - Ethopian A: 41 Church Street T: 021 424 5722 www.addisincape.co.za THE AFRICA CAFE From Moroccan through Ethiopian and Zambian, all the way to Xhosa and Cape Malay.

A: 108 Shortmarket street T: 032 422 0221 www.africacafe.co.za BIESMIELLAH - Cape Malay experience A: Wale & Pentz Streets, Bo-Kaap www.biesmiellah.co.za T: 021 423 0850 The CRYPT Jazz Restaurant A: 1 Wale St T: 021 424 8663 www.thecryptjazz.com GOLD Restaurant - A vibrant, eclectic Pan-African experience A: 15 Bennett street, Greenpoint www.goldrestaurant.co.za T: 021 421 4653 THE CAPE MALAY RESTAURANT The spicey, rustic colours of the Cape’s unique cuisine at the Cellars .

A: 93 Brommersvlei Road Constantia T: 021 794 2149 www.cellars-hohenort.com/cape-malay MAMA AFRICA A: 178 Long Str. T: 021 426 1017 www.mamaafricarestaurant.co.za MARCO’S AFRICAN PLACE Indigenous African & Cape Malay Cuisine A: 15 Rose Lane Bo-Kaap, T: 021 423 5412 www.marcosafricanplace.co.za NOON GUN TEA ROOM & RESTARANT Aromatic, Spicy, traditional Cape Malay food.Strictly Halaal. A: 273 Longmarket St. Signal Hill, Bo- Kaap.

T: 021 424 0529 www.noonguntearoom.co.za CHEF RESTAURANTS BISTRO 13 Cuisine: Bold and traditional flavours, presented in a way that makes them new.

Open:Tues - Sun for Breakfast & Lunch.

Wed - Sat for dinner.

A: Welmoed Estate, R310 Baden Powell,

Stellenbosch.

T: 021 881 3044 www.bistro13.co.za DEAR ME Cuisine: A celebration of local and seasonal. Open: Monday to Friday: 7:00-15:00. Dinner-Thursday by Vanessa Marx. A: 165 Longmarket Street www.dearme.co.za T: 021 422 4920 FRERES BISTRO Cuisine: A French Jewel in the hearts of Cape Town. A: 42 Hans Strijdom Ave. www.freres.co.za T: 021 433 0856 HOMESPUN by MATT Cuisine: A modern culinary adventure.

A: Porterfield Road, Table View.

T: 074 946 3691 LA MOUETTE Cuisine: Exciting, modern French food with adistinctly Mediterranean flair

by Henry Vigar. Open: Dinner - Monday to Sunday, Lunch - Friday to Sunday A: 78 Regent Roa, Sea Point www.lamouette-restaurant.co.za T: 021 433 0856 LA COLOMBE A: Silvermist wine estate, Constantia Nek T: 021 795 0125 www.lacombe.co.za LA PETITE FERME A: Pass Road Franschhoek T: 021 876 3016 www.lapetiteferme.co.za REUBEN’S A:Oude Stallen,19 Huguenot Road, Franschhoek T: 021 876 3772 www.reubens.co.za THE RESTAURANT AT GRANDE PROVENCE Cuisine: The menus exude culinary excellence, with the signature dishes of the restaurant hitting all the right notes – fresh, palatable and delicious. Prepared from local fare and flavoured with global influences both modern and classical, the cuisine is characterised by a philosophy of innovation through passion and simplicity.

Open: The Restaurant is open daily for lunch from 12h00 and dinner from 19h00. www.grandeprovence.co.za T: 021 876 8600 THE GREENHOUSE & THE CONSERVATORY AT CELLARS HOHENORT

BY CHEF PETER TEMPELHOFF A: 93 Brommersvlei Rd, Constantia www.cellars-hohenorh T: 021 794 2137 www.chefbrucerobertson.com MONDIALL RESTAURANT A: Alfred Mall, V & A Waterfront reservations@mondiall.co.za www.mondiall.co.za T: 021 418 3003 Opening hours : 9am - 10pm THE FOODBARN Cuisine: delicious and decadent ‘fine-dining’ style food but in a super relaxed and characterful old barn A: Noordhoek Farm Village, Corner Village Lane and Noordhoek Main Road T: 021 789 1390 www.thefoodbarn.co.za THE POT LUCK CLUB & GALLERY Cuisine:an additional source of culinary and visual inspiration for diners from the house of Chef Luke Dale-Roberts.

A: 6th floor of The Silo in The old Biscuit Mill, Woodstock T: 021 447 0804/ 1505. www.thepotluckclub.co.za THE TEST KITCHEN Cuisine: Innovative creations by Luke Dale-Roberts. Open: Lunch & Dinner - Tuesday to Saturday, A: The Old Biscuit Mill, 375 Albert Road, Woodstock T: 021 447 2337

www.thetestkitchen.co.za NOBU & REUBEN’S restaurants at the One & Only Hotel Cape Town are listed further ahead HIDDEN TREASURES Cape Town hotels are the home to some of the finest dining experience that our city can provide as part of the indulging hospitality tradition. Reservation is highly recommended for all venues.

CBD BOMBAY BRASSERIE - Cuisine: Fine Indian Specialty dining A: The Taj, CBD T: 021 819 2000 MEZBAAN Cuisine: Northern Indian ( Mughlai), Halaal A: Hilton Cape Town T: 021 481 3700 www.capetowncitycentre.hilton.com PLANET RESTAURANT Cuisine:Contemporary South African food served in impeccable surrounding A: Mount Nelson Hotel, Gardens www.mountnelson.co.za T: 021 483 1948 SAVOUR Cuisine: Globel menu, available all day.

A: 15 On Orange Hotel T: 021 469 8000 www.africanpridehotels.com TWANKEY BAR Cuisine: Oyster & Champagne Bar A: The Taj, CBD T: 021 819 2000 THIRTY 7 Cuisine:Contemporary T: 021 412 9999 A: Westin Grand Arabella Quays THE PEPPER CLUB Cuisine: Continental A: The Pepper Club Luxury Hotel & Spa, www.pepperclub.co.za T: 021 812 8888

HOUT BAY’S BEAUTY FROM A FRESH PERSPECTIVE Winter operating hours: Mon - Teus: Closed, Wed - Thurs: 9h00 - 22h00 (5 May - 31 August) Fri - Sat: 9h00 - 22h30, Sun: 9h00 - 19h30 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.

GREEN POINT CONNEXION Cuisine: A Tapas styled menu and an extensive wine by the glass list.

A: Protea Hotel, Victoria Junction T: 021 418 1234 V& A WATERFRONT BASCULE WHISKEY, WINE&COCKTAIL Cuisine: International A: Cape Grace Hotel T: 021 410 7100 www.capegrace.com/dining/bascule DASH Cuisine: an elegant yet relaxed experience with a touch of drama in the presentation of the well-crafted menu.

The menu focuses on the unique flavours of each ingredient, which, except for the caviar, are all sourced locally.

A: Queen Victoria Hotel T: 021 418 1466 www.newmarkhotels.com CASSIMA Cuisine: A la carte (Vegetarian) A: Table Bay Breakwater Boulevard, V & A Waterfront.

T: 021 406 5000 www.suninternational.com/table-bay SIGNAL RESTAURANT Cuisine: Creative Cape Cuisine A: Cape Grace Hotel T: 021 410 7080 www.capegrace.com/dining/ signal_restaurant NOBU T:021 431 5111 Cuisine: Sublime Japanese Cuisine A: One & Only Hotel Cape Town

For more info & reservations: Tel: 021 790 0900, Fax: 021 790 0922, reservations@lookoutdeck.co.za, www.thelookoutdeck.co.za The Lookout Deck Hout Bay

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DINING REUBEN’S Cuisine: The creative menu of Chef Reuben Riffel A: One & Only Hotel Cape Town T: 021 431 5222 CLIPPER RESTAURANT Cuisine: Seafood Delicacies A: The Commodore Hotel T: 021 415 100 www.commodorehotel.co.za QUARTER RESTAURANT Cuisine: Fine Dining in the Cape Malay tradition T: 021 418 3281 A: The Portswood Hotel TOBAGO’S RESTAURANT Cuisine: International. A: Radisson Blu, Granger Bay T: 021 441 3000 THE ATLANTIC GRILL Cuisine: International A: The Table Bay Hotel T: 021 406 5918 OYO Cuisine: Seafood, Mediterranean A: Victoria & Alfred Hotel T: 021 419 6677 www.newmarkhotels.com/newmark/oyo/ SEA POINT KOI RESTAURANT Cuisine: Asian A: Ambassador Hotel, Bantry Bay www.koirest.co.za T: 021 439 7258 SUNSET RESTAURANT Cuisine: International, Cape Malay evenings on Wednesday & Espetada special on Thursdays.

A: the Peninsula Hotel T: 021 430 7777 www.peninsula.co.za TOP OF THE RITZ Cuisine: European Kitchen with a South African taste on a 360° revolving platform. A: Ritz Hotel www.ritzrestarants.co.za T: 021 439 6988

OUT OF THE CITY CINCIN A: Colosseum Luxury Hotel, cnr Century Way & Century Boulevard, Century City www.colosseum.co.za T: 021 526 4000 KITIMA Cuisine: Our authentic Asian cuisine, prepared by 5-star Thai chefs.

A: 140 Main Rd, Hout Bay T: 021 790 8004 MYOGA Cuisine:The emphasis is on contemporary fusion, with a myriad taste options. A: 60 Colinton Road, the Vineyard Hotel and Spa T: 021 657 4545 www.myoga.co.za THE GREENHOUSE Cuisine: playfully combines international techniques and styles with local ingredients and flavours, resulting in dishes that surprise and leave a lasting impression.

The 3 tasting menus and à la carte menu, expertly paired with superb wines from the surrounding wine region, will impress even the most seasoned of diners.

A: The Cellar- Hohenort, 93 Brommersvlei Road, Constantia T: 021 794 2137 HALAAL ANATOLI’S - Turkish A: 24 Napier St T: 021 419 2501 www.anatoli.co.za BISTRO 126 A: 126 Buitengracht St, Hilton Hotel www3.hilton.com T: 021 481 3700 BIHARI - Indian A: Paddock Shopping Centre,Milnerton www.bihari.co.za T: 021 522 9894 EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR A: 96 Longmarket Street T: 021 461 2458

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www.easternfoodbazaar.co.za SIMPLY ASIA (CBD) A: V & A Waterfront T: 021 425 5555 www.simplyasia.co.za THE CAPE MALAY FOOD MARKET A: Cape Quarter 1 Piazza Corner of Waterkant and Dixon Str. T: 021 418 2299 www.thecapemalayfoodmarket.co.za OCEAN BASKET – Seafood A: Cnr Main and Gabriel Road, Plumstead (All of Ocean basket food in all the branches is strictly Halaal) www.oceanbasket.com T: 021 761 0765 TRUFFLE – Steakhouse A: 5 Harbour Edge Building. Cnr Hospital Rd & Chiappini Str, Greenpoint. www.truffleco.co.za T: 021 418 3777 THE ROTI – Indian A: 17 Regent Rd, Sea Point. T: 021 439 3101 SOMETHING DIFFERENT GOURMET BOERIE Home of the South African Boerewors Roll. Don’t get confused by the different varieties. You can go for the full experience by taking the Boerie Sliders: a selection of 7 mini rolls that will cover all bases.

A: : 8 Kloof Street, Gardens (Upper end of Long Street) T: 021 424 4208 Nü Health Food Café. Nü is more than good honest food - it’s about passion, sustainability and quality. The fusing of global trends with the finest locally sourced produces. A: Piazza St. John, 395 Main Road, Sea Point & 43 Seapoint Rd, Green Point T: 021 439 7269 www.nufood.co.za

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AFTER HOURS SUNDOWNERS (SEA VIEW ALL THROUGH) HARBOUR SHIMMY BEACH CLUB South Arm Road in the prestigious V&AHarbour Waterfront. Tel:021 200 7778, www.shimmybeachclub.com

TUSCANY BEACH: 41 Victoria road, camps bay beachfront. Tel: 021 438 1213 www.tuscanybeachrestaurant.com HOUT BAY THE LOOKOUT DECK Harbour Rd, Tel: 021 790 0900, www.thelookoutdeck.co.za TABLE VIEW (ACROSS THE BAY)

PIGALLE Pigalle restaurants award winning dining experience has defined itself as a glamorous venue for every occasion.

Pigalle has defined itself as the epitome of fine dining in a warm, relaxed and friendly atmosphere. A menu to suit all palates and pockets and catering for the city’s Who’s Who- The ideal venue for those seeking the grown up decadence of great food, fine wine and seductive Jazz.

ONS HUISIE RESTAURANT: 18 Generaal Jansen Road, Blaauwberg, Tel: 021 554 1553 BOWFISH RESTAURANT: Dolphin Beach Hotel, 1 Marine Drive Blouberg, Tel: 021 556 5464, www.blowfishrestaurant.co.za DURBANVILLE WINE ROUTE GRANGER BAY GRAND CAFÉ ON THE BEACH Granger Bay Road, Tel: 021 425 0551, www.grandafrica.com MOUILLE POINT WAKAME & WAFU: 1st floor, Corner of Beach Road & Surrey Place, Tel: 021 433 2377, www.wakame.co.za SOTANO:121 Beach Road, Tel: 021 433 1757 PEPENERO: No. 1, Two Oceans Beach, Bay Road, Tel: 021 439 9027, www.pepenero.co.za THEO’S GRILL: Ground Floor, New Cumberland Building, 163 Beach Road, Tel: 021 439 3494 SEA POINT LA VIE: SABC building, Beach Rd, www.lavie.co.za LA PERLA: Beach Rd, Tel: 021 439 9538, www.laperla.co.za WINCHESTER MANSION: 221 Beach Road, Tel: 021 434 2351, www.winchester.co.za CAMPS BAY

BLOEMENDAL RESTAURANT: Positioned on top of one of the highest hills in the Northern Suburbs,with a panoramic view of 270° the Cape Peninsula and perfect picture opt of Table Mountain you are sure to experience the best sunset moments ever...A buffet Restaurant that serves Cape Cuisine. Open 7 days a week, 7am to midnight. Tel: 021 975 7575, www.bloemendal.co.za DINNER & SHOW AMAZINK AmaZink Live is nestled on the edge of Stellenbosch town within Kayamandi, which is made up of a myriad of winding streets, and corrugated iron sheet houses. This first of its kind township dinner theatre experience is hailed as one of the top Stellenbosch bucket list activity by locals and tourists alike. AmaZink Live welcomes guests with warm hearts, merry painted faces and delights you with the finest ‘kasi’ cuisine complimented by world class entertainment that will ignite your passion and enchant your spirit. Gather your friends and family to complete your Bucket List every Friday evening. Ensure you reserve your African musical dining adventure as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as the demand is ever increasing.

GRAND CAFÉ & ROOM: 35 Victoria Road, Tel: 021 438 4253, www.grandafrica.com THE BUNGALOW RESTAURANT & LOUNGE: 3 Victoria Road, Clifton, Tel: 021 438 2018. www.thebungalow.co.za OCEAN BLUE: 3 The Promenade, Victoria Rd, Tel: 021 438 9838 THE ROUND HOUSE: Round House Road (off Kloof Road), The Glen, Tel: 021 438 4347, theroundhouserestaurant.com

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Visit www.amazink.co.za for details or book via bookings@amazink.co.za.

Pigalle is Cape Town’s premier live dinner and Jazz venue, with their resident band playing from Monday to Saturday, 7 until late. Pigalle brings you the best of Sultry Swing, Seductive Jazz and Sexy Salsa music from top South African Artists.

For bookings: capetown@pigallerestaurants.co.za. Address: 57A Somerset Road, Greenpoint, Tel: 021 421 4848 RICHARD’S SUPPER STAGE Kaapse Stories from the Mother City Is an exciting vibrant new musical revue which offers a blend of humorous storytelling, powerful and emotional songs and likable performers unique only to Cape Town.

Intimate and enchanting, the show allows the audience to get to know and meet the Kleintjies family whilst giving us an insight into a vigorous cosmopolitan community that thrived at the foot of Table Mountain in District Six. Time: Doors open at 19:00 for 19:30. Price: R420pp (includes the show, a delicious 4-course dinner and a glass of sparkling wine on arrival) Address: 229A Main Rd, Sea Point, Tel: 021 434 4497/ 021 433 1340 STARDUST If you are looking for a dining experience filled with flamboyance, excitement,

celebration and mouth-watering fare...

Look no further than Stardust- the unique theatrical dining adventure.

Amid serving their tables the scrumptious variety of Mediterranean and North African themed cuisine, you can expect to be amused and delighted by your multi-talented waiters. The singers, dancers, comedians and Mediterranean and North African themed cuisine, you can expect to be amused and delighted by your multi-talented waiters. The singers, dancers, comedians and musicians will take you on a journey of wonder and revelry. The entertainment begins at 20.00 and often continues well past midnight, so make sure you leave your glass slippers at home!

indulge with High Tea daily served at The Cellars-Hohenort. A seek after the most beautiful spots in the area surrounding Cape Town is reason to make this special short trip.

Served in either The Martini bar or in the accolated restaurant, The Conservatory and surrounded by one of the most beautiful private gardens you’ll ever see, afternoon tea is offered between 11:00- 17:00 while on Sunday only between 15:0o- 17:00.

Booking is essential: 021 794 2137 or www.collectionmcgrath.com

Address: 118 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock.

Tel: 021 462 7777. Hours: Tues - Sat from 16:00 pm till 02:00 am SPECIAL INDULGENCES AFTERNOON TEA AT CAPE GRACE Served daily from 12h00 to 18h00 in the stylishly comfortable Library, the choice of several varieties of loose-leaf tea combined with a mouth-watering menu make for an unforgettable afternoon With a choice of Black, White, Green and Herbal teas, there is something for every palate. And of course pure Highland Rooibos, grown wild on the high altitude Cedarberg Mountains - also known as the Red Gold of South Africa, is available as one of the healthy caffeine-free herbal options.

Served in an unrivalled setting overlooking the cosmopolitan yacht marina by staff trained to brew the perfect infusion of loose-leaf tea in dainty glass teapots, this is by no means an ordinary afternoon tea!

From R75 to R420 for Champaign Afternoon Tea. To make a booking contact Signal Restaurant on 021 410 7100 or signal@capegrace.com AFTERNOON TEA AT THE CELLARS-HOHENORT Although a day of indulgence and elegance around the Constantia wine routewill be a perfect opportunity to

AFTERNOON TEA AT MOUNT NELSON HOTEL Enjoy delicate finger sandwiches filled with rare roast beef and rocket, smoked salmon, egg mayonnaise or cucumber, followed by delectable dark chocolate cake, lemon meringue and freshly baked scones with clotted cream and preserves.

Adding a special local flavour is a typical South African milk tart, called “melktert” in Afrikaans. Dress: smart casual.

Daily, 14:30-17:30. Price: R235 per person, R120 per child under 12.

AFTERNOON TEA AT THE ONE & ONLY CAPE TOWN Afternoon Tea features a rich selection of teas and coffees, presented with carefully selected “sweet pleasures”.

All items are prepared in the unique style of the One&Only, originating from the classic French art of patisserie, with local innovation and inspiration. An Afternoon Tea buffet is offered from 14:30 – 17:30 daily, at R185 per person, inclusive of selected teas and coffees. Make bookings on 021 431 4511 or 021 431 5888.

WEDNESDAY DINING AT THE PENINSULA HOTEL The Cape Malay Evening takes your sense of taste and smell through one of the culinary cultures that the Cape has to offer, with a 3 course meal at R125 per person. Make booking on 021 430 7777 TASTING MENU AT SIGNAL RESTAURANT, CAPE GRACE HOTEL Hundreds of years ago, sailors braved high seas and unchartered territories to introduce the world to the wonders of fragrant herbs and spices. In their own

way, that’s what they do at Signal in Cape Grace.

You are invited to plot a culinary course over the Cape’s ancestral landscape, tasting flavours and ingredients encompassing responsible and sustainable food practices and dishes crossing worldwide borders.

For bookings call 021 410 7080 or email signal@capegrace.com TEA BY THE SEA AT THE 12 APOSTLES HOTEL

‘Tea by the Sea’ service is renowned for its scrumptious, freshly baked selection of warm scones, cupcakes, macaroons and mouth-watering finger sandwiches, along with the finest selection of fragrant teas and coffees.

Guests can indulge in a two hour experience which is served daily from 14h00 to 16h00 in The Café Grill, The Leopard Bar and Conservatory. The generous hospitality, with incredible sea and mountain views, makes this an institution with the locals and the perfect location for a special occasion.

Tea Times: Monday to Friday: 10:00 – 16:00, Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00 with a High Tea buffet served 14:00 to 16:00. R195 per person. For reservation call: 021 437 9029. Group bookings are welcome (terms and conditions apply).

REUBEN’S TASTING MENU A seven-course menu prepared by the Chef de Cuisine. Begin the journey in Vista Bar & Lounge with Sparkling Wine and canapés and then move across to Reuben’s to guide you through a memorable dining experience. To reserve your table call Restaurant Reservations 021 431 4511 or 021 431 5888 or mail to restaurant.reservations@ oneandonlycapetown.com.

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HELLO WINELANDS WORLD CLASS RESTAURANTS LA PETITE FERME A feast of culinary delights that beguile and entertain.The food reflects the creative energy and raw talent of a dedicated staff combined with an abundance of fresh local ingredients.The restaurant has furthermore been listed by Conde Nast Traveller as one of the top 15 ‘Best Value’establishments in the world.

the top ten restaurants in South Africa and one of the top 100 restaurants in the world.

Tel: 021 876 3016, www.lapetiteferme.co.za

These richly-deserved accolades are recognition of the magic harmony of flavours and textures that are the hallmark of a truly magnificent dining experience with unsurpassable service and stunning views across the Paarl valley.

along the banks of the Plankenburg River, where in harvesting season you could see the tipping of red wine grapes. Crossing a footbridge flanked by lush gardens you will reach the “Cellar in the Mountain”.

This unique underground bottle-maturation cellar is the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. Thousands of bottles of wine are laid down in this tranquil setting, guarded serenely by old French oak maturation casks. These casks bear carvings of various famous Cape wine landmarks and events. THE VINOTÈQUE at Bergkelder - How about enjoying a quality wine that has been stored in perfect conditions under the watchful eye of experts, delivered to your door free of charge once it has reach perfect maturation?

The fine dining Bosman’s menus are served seven days a week during summer months and Thursday – Sundays in the rest of the year. Call 021 863 510, or go to www.granderoche.co.za for more info.

TERROIR RESTAURANT One of the most sought-after gourmet destinations in the Cape winelands, placing Stellenbosch prominently on the culinary map. The restaurant is located on Kleine Zalze, a family owned wine farm that has risen to prominence both in South Africa and internationally thanks in particular to its award-winning Chenin Blanc and Shiraz. The setting, under historic oak trees with views over the De Zalze golf course and surrounding gardens and vineyards, is both refined and relaxed. It’s the perfect environment in which to enjoy a fine meal matched to excellent wines.

WINE CENTRES KWV

Situated in the heart of Paarl, KWV has something for everyone with their range of over 100 KWV products. The KWV Wine Emporium offers sparkling wines, natural wines, fortified wines, liqueurs and brandies, a variety of tasting experiences, and frequent cellar tours conducted in English and German. Visit the KWV Sensorium and taste a selection of our award-winning wines and brandies while you drink in the beauty of our collection of South African masterpieces.

Kept in ideal conditions - temperature ± 14 °C, 85% humidity, low light level and an almost complete lack of vibration - the quality of your wine is guaranteed. In the world of fine wine, the word Provenance is becoming more important. Simply put, Provenance means origin or source. It is crucial when buying or selling older vintages, that you know where and how the wine has been stored or matured, to ensure that you are able to enjoy the wine in perfect condition. At the Bergkelder Vinotèque they only offer wines with impeccable condition and provenance. Make your selections from outstanding brands!

Open: 09:00 - 17:00 on weekdays & 09:00 – 14:00 on Saturdays. Tel: 021 809 8025, www.bergkelder.co.za Tel: 021 809 8280/1, www.vinoteque.co.za BOTTELARY HILLS WINE CENTRE

Open: Mon- Sat (incl. public holidays): 9:00 - 16:30, Sun: 11:00 - 16:00, www.kwv.co.za

Open: Monday - Saturday (Lunch & Dinner), Sunday (Lunch Only).

Lunch: 12:00 - 14:30, Dinner: 18:30 - 21:30.

Tel: 021 880-8167, www.kleinezalze.com GRANDE ROCHE An aura of timeless elegance sets the tone for Bosman’s Restaurant in Grande Roche, where fine dining and attentive service is the order of the day. It is named one of

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DIE BERGKELDER The characterful Die Bergkelder Wine Centre in Stellenbosch is the proud Home of Fleur Du Cap wines, offering wine lovers one of the most rewarding wine experiences in the Cape. You will get the chance to taste an inspiring range of award-winning Fleur de Cap wines, all in the charming setting of the famous “Cellar in the Mountain” Die Bergkelder is tucked under the steep slopes of the historic Papegaaiberg. A footpath takes you

The Bottelary Hills Wine Centre serves as a sales venue and information gateway to all the products and destinations in the Bottelary Wine Route, a sub-wine route of the Stellenbosch Wine Routes. The wine

centre is the first of its kind in South Africa and it includes wine sales, wine tastings, a wine-per-glass facility and information centre to promote all the wine producers who are part of Bottelary.

only wines produced from Cape Town city grapes, the Clos d’Oranje, and Camps Bay vineyard.

Only wines certified as Wine of Origin Stellenbosch District are for sale at the centre and all the wines on the shelves are tested and approved by a panel.

The Bottelary Hills Wine Centre serves as a mouthpiece and source of information of the wines and experiences that the tourists and local wine lovers can enjoy in our part of the Winelands.

Tel: 021 865 2955, www.bhwc.co.za WINERIES IN TOWN

Open Monday to Friday, from 11:00 to 18:00, and Saturday from 11:00 to 15:00

DORRANCE WINES

Winery is located at 100 SHORTMARKET ST

entertainment, craft and homeware stalls perfect for leisurely browsing, and an awesome selection of edible and drinkable treats.

The traders offer a vast range of hand-picked antiques, gorgeous children’s clothing, funky t-shirts, jewellery, homeware, leather goods and various other arts and crafts. Audacia wines and sumptuous craft beers will put a smile on the face of oenophiles and beer aficionados alike. Decadent sweet treats, traditional roosterkoek and biltong, healthy salads and sandwiches, wood-fired pizzas, spicy curries and other goodies galore will satisfy any tummy rumblings you incur during your ramblings!

Tel: 021424 5820, winery.synthasite.com MARKETS STELLENBOSCH 'SLOW' MARKET AT OUDE LIBERTAS At the historic Oude Libertas estate in Stellenbosch and the Willowbridge Life style centre in Tygervalley the Slow Market is an authentic Slow Food market.

BLAAUWKLIPPEN FAMILY MARKET This family market started as a once-monthly market, but due to its popularity it was changed in to a weekly market and is now open every Sunday 10:00 to 15:00.

Christophe Durand moved to Cape Town in 1995. Beginning as a supplier of premium French wine barrels and very much involved in winemaking, it was only a matter of time until he brought together his knowledge and passion for fines wines into creating his own.

He is now producing finely crafted wines in the French tradition. It is a place for wine enthusiasts to go to experience Dorrance’s winemaking philosophy or interact with the people behind the brand.

Surrounded by vineyards and oak trees in Stellenbosch the Slow Market is a revival of the public marketplace where you can buy food which is grown, raised harvested and transformed by local producers.

Open TUES–SAT from 12.00 to 18.00

The market features over 100 specialty suppliers creating a weekly platform for local farmers, grocers, artisan bakers, organic merchants, fine food purveyors , butchers ,artisan crafts, local fashion , craft beers and estate wines. They support micro businesses to grow and thrive in an alternative retail environment. Founded by medical doctor and entrepreneur in 2008 Gail Blake, the market is part of a global Slow Food movement promoting foods which are clean, good and fair. slowmarket.co.za

95 Hout Street, Cape Town CBD Tel: + 27 21 422 0695 www.vinsdorrance.co.za SIGNAL HILL WINERY The choice of the city center to set up a winery is an old European tradition, where from Beaune to Riquewihr, the wineries are in the city... This was also the case in Cape Town during the 19th century when many wineries where located in the city centre.

You can visit Signal Hill for a wine tasting, a friendly glass of wine, or a full lunch.

SIGNAL HILL winery is as well producing the

Open every Saturday & Sunday 10:00 -16:00. For more information go to www.root44.co.za

ROOT 44 Housed in sturdy, super cosy Downings marquees (which means rain is never an issue), and surrounded by gorgeous vineyards and trees, they offer funky live

The market has a range of stalls from fresh produce and homemade products to crafts and plants. There is also live music, delicious food stalls and of course Blaauwklippen wines to enjoy, so bring a blanket and relax under the trees.

No BYO (by your own) picnics allowed.

You are most welcome to purchase your food and drinks at the market or at the restaurant and relax on your picnic blanket.

Blaauwklippen is a fantastic and welcoming place for the young ones.

Wide open spaces, pony and carriage rides, friendly goats and a fun-filled jungle gym provide the perfect entertainment for your youngers while you enjoy a picnic.

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WINTER HOSPITALITY AT THE CELLARS- HOHENORT Relais & Chateaux, the Cellars-Hohenort, a legendary establishment in the hospitality sector, is not only one of the finest accommodation options in Cape Town, but also one of the rewarding dining experiences this city has to offer. It is part of The Collection by Liz McGrath, which also include the Plettenberg in Plettenberg Bay & The Marine in Hermanus.

The hotel is home to The Conservatory, an all-day dining option with luscious breakfast, fine lunch, exquisite dinners and one of the best High Tea’s experiences in between. The Conservatory is centered beneath the majestic oak trees of The Cellars-Hohenhort, The Conservatory offers a respite from the bustle of cape Town’ city centre and pairs only the best quality local produce with some of Constantia’s best wines.

Relais & Chateaux Grand Chef, peter Tempelhoff and Head Chef, Delia Harbottle, have created a winter menu for The Conservatory Restaurant. Focused on seasonal influenced ingredients from their garden and beyond, each dish is masterfully executed by the chefs.

Guests can expect dishes that include a wild mushrooms, Jerusalem artichokes, quail, pork belly, hearty soups, all perfect for the cold winter days and nights in the beautiful Cape.

The Collection Sommelier, Michelle Michaels has some wonderful wine suggestions that can be paired with the Winter Special menus or be enjoyed in front of a roaring fire in one of the lounges pre or post dinner. To top all that, Sunday lunch at The Conservatory is a special indulgence every week. It is a celebration of all that is good in local flair and it’s also a gathering of families and friends that seize the opportunity to gather and relax in the luxurious restaurant, surrounded with the majestic, open gardens. The friendly hospitality just makes it all more desirable to keep coming back for more.

WINTER SPECIALS The Conservatory at The Cellars-Hohenort: 1st May – August 31st A la carte menu: R180 for 2 courses, R210 for 3 Courses. Available seven days a week for lunch and dinner with the exception of Sunday Lunch. Booking is essential.

For bookings visit: www.collectionmcgrath.com The Cellars-Hohenort: 021 794 21 37

THE DIAMOND WORKS EXPERIENCE Witness first hand, the art of diamond cutting and the careful craftsmanship of jewellery manufacturing from our skilled professionals - all whilst enjoying a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. The most famous of the South African diamonds; The Cullinan, is celebrated, as a replica is showcased at The Diamond Works Institute, along with a visual feature exhibiting the world’s most iconic historical stones. Through a visual experience discover the history of the Gold and Diamond Trade in South Africa. Our institution boasts a large range of hand selected loose stones, as well as gold and platinum jewellery. Discovering and sharing your diamond encounter is a simple touch away; with our state of the art interactive screen and complimentary internet service. Our flagship facility is proudly positioned in the heart of Cape Town, directly opposite the CTICC. The store is conveniently, an effortless five minutes away from the V&A Waterfront and is within general walking distance of most Cape Town hotels. Enjoy our complimentary Sparkling Tour in various languages, available on demand. n addition a courtesy transfer service can be arranged.

DIAMOND Diamonds have been associated with purity, strength, wealth, virtue, power and most importantly love. Today, an appreciation for diamonds has evolved, not to only appreciate any diamond, but to appreciate a truly rare diamond - The Diamond Works diamond. The Diamond Works Institute is considered a true diamond and jewellery expert. Established in 2001, it has evolved to be one of the most popular diamond facilities in Southern Africa.

TANZANITE The Diamond Works Institute extends its expertise in delineation of Tanzanite in our unique Tanzanite Boutique. This rare stone represents the essence of Africa, and we whisper the tales of this stone’s journey from the ground to the showroom. Tanzanite is noted for its remarkably strong trichroism; appearing alternately sapphire blue, violet and burgundy depending on crystal orientation. This blue mystical gem has earned a reputation for possessing magical powers. It is thought that it has the power to elevate the bearer’s mood and release them from poor habits or addictions. It is also believed, that tanzanite is able to restore spiritual balance and good fortune. Our Cape Town facility demonstrates the science of tanzanite polishing and the craft of transforming a tanzanite crystal to a cut stone.

@TheDiamondWorks The Diamond Works Tel: +27(0)21 425 1970 Email: thediamondworks@tjd.co.za

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WEEKEND SCENE GREAT GATHERINGS BAY HARBOUR - THE MARKET OF HOUT BAY A place where the creative energy and the vibrancy of South Africa come alive in an old authentic fish factory in a working harbor. An eclectic stylish wonderland of exquisite art, craft and fashion, complemented by the delicious aromas of food to tempt all the senses.

Top Musical Talents Rock the Bay Harbour Sound Stage: The Bay Harbour Sound Stage at the Bay Harbour Market, Hout Bay is a popular platform for the country’s most exciting musical talents to showcase their abilities. From jiving jazz to awesome acoustic performances, the market comes alive every weekend with eclectic sounds from across the country.

The market attracts a wide-ranging audience with a keen interest in all things home-grown, with a consciousness for recycling!

Open Friday: 17:00-21:00, Saturday 9:30 - 16:00 and Sunday: 9:30- 16:00, 31 Harbour Road, Hout Bay. www.bayharbour.co.za NEIGHBOURGOODS MARKET Features over a 100 specialty traders every Saturday. It is as much a source for farm fresh as well as organic foods and locally produced specialty goods, as it is a meeting point to enjoy community, swap ideas and stories, and become educated about what we buy and eat by going directly to the source.

The Neighbourgoods Market has been created along ethical, eco-friendly and organic lines, to offer a wide range of products from the extended community of Cape Town. A calendar of seasonal events, specialty festivals, and live music feature throughout the year.

Every Saturday rain or shine 9:00 – 14:00.

The old biscuit mill - 373 Albert road, Woodstock, www.neighbourgoodsmarket.co.za TWO MARKETS, ONE STOP It’s Saturday morning in Cape Town! Head down to Woodstock and find a unique gem of a market – compared to the best in Europe – a Platteland atmosphere, people and characters of note, trading like the good old days on the village square. You won’t get it more real, friendly and personal! Once you’ve been, we know you’ll be back for more!

Free entry, free parking and a free vibe with live music every Saturday from a variety of artists. Every Saturday with over 40 food traders – to name a few: Classic Marmalade - winning prizes in London, Toorkombuis - famous romany creams and homemade marshmallows and Wayland’s Nguni Meats unreal biltong and droëwors!

Die Kattebakmarkis inspired by the well-known brocante markets on the French countryside (better known as car boot sales). This is where you’ll find wonderful bargains – an eclectic mix of great finds: from linen, crystal, porcelain, books, clothing and even golden oldies - LPs and music.

DIE KATTEBAK is the place to find and sell your collectables and to browse and relax with a glass of bubbly at the food market! The Palms @ Woodstock. Saturdays 9:00 -14:00, 145 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock. www.palms.co.za SENSATIONAL EXPERIENCES SUNDAY LUNCH AT REUBEN’S A hearty Sunday lunch buffet at the One & Only resort. The award-winning chef Reuben Riffel will take you and your family on a taste adventure with innovative bistro-styled

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comfort cuisine that every family will love.

Sundays 12.30pm to 3pm. R255 per person.

Special prices for under 12’s. capetown. oneandonlyresorts.com For reservation call 021 431 4511 or 021 431 5888 REUBEN’S SUNDAY LUNCH FAMILY BUFFET A hearty Sunday lunch buffet. The award-winning chef Reuben Riffel will take you and your family on a taste adventure with innovative bistro-styled comfort cuisine that every family will love.

R255 per person excluding beverages.

R120 for Under 12 years & Complimentary to 0-5 years. Reservations Telephone: 021 431 4511 or Email: Restaurant.

Reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com SERENDIPITY SUNDAYS Gather friends and family and sit down to the deliciously generous traditional Sunday lunch buffet, served in the Azure Restaurant with relaxing live entertainment by lounge vocalist Jenie Oliver. This is a five star, gourmet dining experience complete with impeccable service that will please families and gastronomes alike.

Soak up the sunshine on the terrace or settle down next to the cosy fireplaces - come rain or shine, Azure is the perfect venue for a long Sunday lunch.

A la carte menu options are available too.

R295 per person. Sundays 12:30- 15:30.

Book at 021 437 9029 HARVEYS JAZZ BRANCH AT WINCHESTER MANSIONS HOTEL: Allow them to start your week completely relaxed while the live Jazz band sets the mood.Receive a complimentary Sunday Newspaper and a glass of bubbly on arrival and enjoy anything from eggs, sushi, dessert and loads more from our buffet for R250 per person. For enquiries & bookings contact on 021 434 2351 or email at harveys@winchester.co.za

at Bay Harbour Market From digital prints, fashion and fabric design, to fine art work, John Catlin has been a Cape Town creative for over sixteen years.

He has most recently been working on perfecting his new style of 3 dimensional (3D) perspex art, the most popular of which include the face of the beloved Nelson Mandela in a range of colours and sizes.

Inspired by local summer flowers and pastel shades,

LOCAL BREWERIES DARLING BREW Darling Brew’s taproom, SLOW QUARTER is located in the main road of Darling, just up the road from where the concept of Darling Brew was first created. About an hour drive from town. Slow Quarter aims to pair each of the Darling Brew craft beers with a selection of inspired light meals that enhance the unique flavours found in our artisan beers. All produce used in the making of meals is locally sourced, free range and organic. Thus embodying the SLOW lifestyle that the Darling Brew brand represents.

Hours: Slow Quarter is open Monday to Saturday 10:00 – 18:00 and on Fridays from 10:00 – 20:00 (except Christmas day) and 7 days a week during school holidays.

CONTACT SLOW QUARTER: 022 492 3798, 5 Main Road, Darling. For groups larger than 8 please book to avoid disappointment. www.darlingbrew.co.za DEVIL’S PEAK BREWING COMPANY The Taproom of Devils Peak Brewery is a restaurant and bar inside the brewery premises. Where Devils Peak makes beer to the mantra of “Truth to Material”, they serve an exciting menu that already has established greats like the chefs unique bite-sized Cheese Burger, his legendary Pulled Pork Sandwich and many more dishes to choose from. Prawn Pasta, Reubens Sandwich, Vegetarian Pizza and Beer-battered Fish and Chips are some of the dishes designed to enhance your beer drinking pleasure at The Taproom.

They also offer a beer and food pairing board at R100 for those who want something a little different.

In addition to the four Founder Series beer, The Taproom is also the place toTDurham Ave, Salt River Phone: 021 200 5818 www.devilspeakbrewing.co.za

John also designed a range of fabrics, tablecloths and napkins using high quality cotton and cotton linen - all locally manufactured, his fabrics are ‘proudly South African’!

John also designs a range of creative and unique vintage furniture made using upcycled suitcases, and handmade kiddies furniture in the shape of cute animals and popular cartoons such as Angry Birds and Hello Kitty!

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WILDLIFE ALL YEAR AROUND INVERDOORN

been eradicated from the area for 150 years.

The buffalo herd is healthy and continually expanding. You are bound to see these volatile creatures on safari. The Cape leopard has long been an inhabitant of the vast mountain ranges, but its solitary and nocturnal habits make it an elusive creature.

The search for the Big 5 is the highlight of many safaris, and Inverdoorn delivers a once-in-a-lifetime experience searching for these famous creatures.

CAPE FUR SEAL Inverdoorn Game Reserve and Iziba Safari Lodge is located in the Ceres Karoo, just two and a half hours from Cape Town.

Stretching across 10 000 hectares, Inverdoorn is the largest private wildlife reserve in the area, providing sanctuary to an abundance of wildlife. The game reserve offers a premier safari experience including game drives, luxury accommodation and incredible insight into the rescue and rehabilitation of the cheetah.

Driving over the well-beaten track that winds through the reserve, you may come across any number of animals. Making their way through the succulent plant life that characterises the floral diversity of the Karoo, you will find a myriad of antelope such as kudu, eland, impala, springbok and gemsbok.

You will be captivated by the distinct markings of the zebra and the graceful gait of the giraffe, while the brute power of the buffalo and the majestic beauty of the Cape Barbary lion will astound you.

Perched atop a safari vehicle or standing in a lookout point within the heart of the reserve you will be lost in the awesome vastness which surrounds you, as well as the solitude of the Karoo. Rangers add a rich element of humour and storytelling to the safari with anecdotes of the animals, wildlife facts and, most importantly, the threats facing many species today.

Duiker Island is a Cape Fur Seal and bird sanctuary, home to thousands of seals and many birds such as the Cape Cormorant, the Bank Cormorants, Black Back Gulls, Kelp Gulls and Hartlaub Gulls. It is illegal to go onto the island. The majority of the seals on Duiker Island are males waiting out their time until they reach the right breeding age, which is between the ages of 8 to 12 years depending on their size. Duiker Island is not a breeding colony as the sea can get very rough and the pups get swept off. The island is most densely populated from January through March due to the seals moulting. During this period they do not go off in search of food but rely on fats they have stored in their blubber.

Breeding is a continuous cycle and takes place in November/December in breeding colonies around the coastline of South Africa and Namibia. After fertilization there is a dormant period of 4 months and thereafter development continues, making the active gestation period 8 months. The pups are then born in late November early December. A cow usually only has one pup at a time when she reaches the breeding age which is 4-5 years old. She knows her pup by its smell and call and she will only mother her own offspring. Pups are entirely dependent on milk for the first 6 months. They are weaned between 8-10 months old.

At the safari lodge guest have the opportunity to unwind, and may even see the cheetahs going on daily walks with their handlers. This beautiful, big cat is the heart and soul of Inverdoorn. In 2001 Cape Cheetah was established, which seeks to rescue and rehabilitate cheetahs and, ultimately, release them into the wild.

In 2012 Inverdoorn became home to the Big 5. Since its inception, the reserve has re-introduced many of the members into the region through their conservation efforts. The male lion was rescued from trophy hunting, while rhinos have a long history at the reserve, with their conservation led by RhinoProtect.

This organisation developed a horn treatment to ward off poachers, and established an orphanage for calves victimised by poaching.

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ears and nostrils close tightly when they dive and they cannot breathe underwater. Even while sleeping in the water they have to surface to breathe, every 10-15 minutes for young ones and 30 minutes for the adults.

Drumbeat Charters from Hout Bay Harbour cruise to Duiker Island between 4-6 time a day and you can get there by using MyCiti bus or the City Sightseeing red, double decker busses of the mini peninsula tour.

Reservation is no necessary but if you’d like to check the option off a private cruise or more details see: www.drumbeatcharters.co.za or call 021 - 791 4441

BOULDERS PENGUIN COLONY Boulders Penguin Colony in Simons Town is home to a unique and endangered land-based colony of African Penguins.

This colony is one of only a few in the world, and the site has become famous and a popular international tourist destination.

The Boulders section of Table Mountain National Park consists of 3 pristine beaches, 1 penguin viewing area and 3 boardwalks.

The boardwalks were built as a measure to allow for viewing of these wonderful birds, whilst keeping them safe from poking fingers, so please be sure to stay on the boardwalks at all times within the viewing area.

This beach is ideal for children as immense boulders shelter the cove from currents, wind and large waves - but please always take care. Don’t touch or feed the penguins – they may look cute and cuddly but their beaks are as sharp as razors and if they feel threatened they have no qualms about nipping the odd finger or nose.

Boulders Visitor Centre: +27(0) 21 786 2329.

They grow quickly and start to swim at 6 weeks old. By about 7 months they can spend 2-3 days at sea on their own and can already swim long distances. It has been noted that tagged seals have swum from Cape Town to Cape Cross in Namibia, a distance of 1600 kms at the age of 8 months. The Cape Fur Seal dives to a depth of 36m on average but diving abilities varies between species. Their

Gate hours: Winter: April – September- 08:00 - 17:00, Summer: December – January 07:00 - 19:30; February – March- 08:00 - 18:30; October – November- 08:00 - 18:30.

CHACMA BABOONS The Chacma baboons at Cape Point keep scientists intrigued, as they have adapted so well to their coastal habitat that they venture out at low tide to eat mussels, rock lobsters,

limpets and crabs. Seafood is widely considered brainfood, which would explain how these clever primates are able to help themselves to a picnic basket in your car. Remember to keep your car doors locked and keep a wide berth because they are wild animals.

Chacma baboons are seen regularly along the Cape Point Route, and dassies (which look like over-sized guinea pigs but are, in fact, a distant relative of the elephant) and lizards can be found basking in the sun on mountainous rocks and crevices.

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(NB: When viewing baboons it is imperative that you do not approach or feed these animals – it is illegal and they do bite.)

Keep your eyes peeled for small antelope such as the duiker and the steenbok when visiting sites such as the Rhodes Memorial, Cape Point and other nature reserves.

The baboons are a common site when visiting Cape Point.

GREAT WHITE SHARK

For adventurous travellers, great white shark cage diving is a must! Day trips are offered by companies in Gansbaai, or boats leave from Simon’s Town.

Great White sharks are some of Cape Town’s most famous and respected marine inhabitants. Love them or fear them, getting up close and personal with a great white is one of the most adrenaline-fueled experiences you can encounter while visiting the Cape.

It is estimated that there are only about 5 000 great white sharks left in the oceans and the Kleinbaai and Gansbaai coastline of the Western Cape has the greatest concentration of these predators. The best time for viewing these beasts is between June and September.

DAY TRIP SAFARIS • OVERNIGHT SAFARIS ACCOMMODATION • BIG-5 GAME DRIVES QUAD BIKE SAFARIS • HORSE BACK SAFARIS • WEDDINGS CONFERENCING • INCENTIVES • CHILDREN’S ADVENTURE AREA ARC (AQUILA REHABILITATION & CONSERVATION CENTRE) DAILY TRANSFERS TO AND FROM CAPE TOWN

SHARK CAGE DIVING: The funds raised from great white experiences and tours in Cape Town are helping scientist learn more about their behaviour and funding shark research in the Cape.

± 10 000 HECTARE BIG 5 SAFARI CONSERVANCY MOST FREE ROAMING SAFARI ANIMALS UNDER 2 HOURS FROM CAPE TOWN

Most shark experiences happen off the coast of Gansbaai or Kleinbaai, two hours outside of Cape Town. Book with one of our accredited tour partners to make sure you’re in the right place at the right time and get face-to-face with the ocean’s greatest predator.

Reservations: + 27 (0) 21 430 7260 / Mobile: + 27 (0) 83 301 9222 www.aquilasafari.com / res@aquilasafari.com

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HANDMADE & ART GALLERIES CRAFTING MEMORIES OF THE CAPE After all the care, attention and welcome of a Cape Town holiday, it’s time to buy some special mementoes of your visit: something beautiful to treasure and remind you of a special time, and thoughtful gifts to pick out for your loved ones at home. Where to start, though, in a city you probably don’t know too well, with limited time,and a busy travel schedule?

Fortunately, Cape Town is packed with delightful shops selling exquisite handmade items. A rich heritage of materials and skills has produced a wide range of exquisite choices, from tiny, light accessories such as a pair of easily packed, delicate ear-rings, or a one-off, colourful ceramic that will bring a ray of fresh African sunshine to your home in winter.

In partnership with the Cape Craft & Design Institute, we suggest some beautiful pieces to inspire your shopping. Keep in mind that all these products are handmade and that the relevant retailers will not always keep stock of these exact items. You may want to contact the shops beforehand just to confirm that a product is available and ready for viewing. Or just visit these wonderful outlets and you will be sure to enjoy the pick of a wide selection of handmade goods. & BANANA Handmade jewellery, fashion accessory, craft workshop and retail store based in Houtbay, Cape Town.

Inspired by African contemporary bead work, organic textures, global fashion trends, and stylish fun.

Mijou Beller is the inspiration behind & Banana .Mijou makes statement costume jewellery from the inspiration she finds around her at her enclave in Hout Bay, Cape Town. A French immigrant, she fell in love with Cape Town and is inspired by its energy and beauty.

She loves making beautiful things out of ordinary materials, and uses shells, beads, wood, horn, gemstones and seeds to striking effect. She works with a dedicated team of ladies from the local community and together they create a unique range of jewellery, colourful, original and stylish,

is one of Cape Town’s largest art galleries featuring a wide and diverse selection of works by leading South African contemporary artists WE FREIGHT TO ALL DESTINATIONS 34

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highly appreciated by locals and visitors alike since 1998.

Ethno Bongo is the name of the Decor range using local reclaimed wood, oak wine barrels, palm fronds, driftwood, blue gum, and more. And again all items made in our workshop in Hout Bay. The creativity is endless, funky birds, penquins, ostriches made from Palm leaves, calabashes and feathers. Mirrors, candle holders, frames, wine bottle racks, stools and tables, clocks and ceramic sculptures all inspired by the sea side.

AFRICAN MANGA Woman in the wind produced by Tafara Mashingaidze A wire sculpture that expressively portrays awoman struggling to walk as she is buffeted by a strong south-easter Cape Town wind.

Artist Tafara Mashingaidze’s creative journey began as a graphic designer, exploring pens, colours, techniques and, later on, experimenting with other media such as wire art.

Available at: Streetwires AFRICASSO CONICAL VASE

BY ANDILE DYALVANE Picasso was inspired by Africa and Andile was inspired by Picasso and the two meet in a collection of ceramic bowls and vases that reflect a deep, yet emotive fusion of creative design and visual art on clay.

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.

Streetwires is a social enterprise on a mission to create and sustain employment within the dynamic field of wire and bead art. 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. Studio tours and wire art workshops are also available on request.

Cost:

Museum Hours:

Adults: R40 Pensioners Students: R25 Children under 16 years: FREE VALID IDENTIFICATION REQUIRED

Sunday to Thursday: 10am-5pm Friday: 10am-2pm Closed Saterdays and Jewish Holidays Open Public Holidays

88 Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001 WWW.SAJEWISHMUSEUM.CO.ZA

Streetwires Artist Collective cc 77 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town 8001. Tel: 021 426 2475 Fax: 021 426 0860

Cape Quarter Square 27 Somerset Road Green Point, Cape Town Tel: 021 4213333/0832528876 Just a few minutes away from the Waterfront, Cape Town CBD, Cape Town stadium, Convention Centre and the Atlantic seaboard OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK EMAIL: carmel@global.co.za WEBSITE: www.carmelart.co.za

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FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY ART IN THE GARDEN AT KIRSTENBOSCH NBG Extinction! Dinosaurs, and Cycads? is a new exhibition in Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.

It features nine dinosaur sculptures in tin by David Huni, a young Zimbabwean artist. They are life-size and anatomically correct and are placed in amongst the cycads in the Cycad Amphitheatre.

The exhibition will highlight the fact that many of South Africa’s cycads are on the brink of extinction, and could soon face the same fate as the dinosaurs, but it is a crisis caused not by an asteroid impact but almost entirely by mankind. The aim of the exhibition is to raise awareness about the threats faced by cycads, and to increase public participation and support for cycad conservation and research.

The exhibition will run until June 2017. Visit www.sanbi.org for more information.

Every Saturday at 11:00am there is a themed storytelling followed by an activity at this corner bookshop in the heart of Cape Town.

Tel: 021- 462 2425.

Book Lounge, 71 Roeland Street, Gardens.

Visit the www.booklounge.co.za for more information.

THE SPRINGBOK EXPERIENCE Telling the history of South Africa through the eyes of rugby, from the 1860s right up to modern times. The museum was nominated for an International award in the 2014 Museum + Heritage Awards in the UK. A world-class, modern interactive museum, shop and skills zone honouring the Springboks and South African rugby.

THE ICE STATION It is the perfect place to cool down in the heat of summer and one of the rear places where falling on your behind means you’ve tried to do something right.

In addition, during the holidays your favourite SNOWMAN BUILDING competition is back: Every Wednesday 10h30 - 11h30 during the school holidays!!!

Entry fee is R10 OR FREE if you are skating the session.

The Springbok Experience features more than 64 audio visual monitors and computer screens, interactive ‘Springbok Trials’ skills tests for children and adults as well as a flagship Springbok clothing store.

The Springbok Experience is a museum – but much more than that. Open from 10am to 6pm, seven days a week, the Experience takes visitors on an interactive journey through the fascinating story of South African rugby.

Visit www.sarugby.co.za for more details.

CITY SIGHTSEEING

Visit www.icerink.co.za for more information.

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Kids taking the open-top red bus get their own kids channel to listen to and free activity book. Along the Red Route kids would probably most enjoy the Planetarium, Table Mountain ariel cableway and obviously the Two Oceans aquarium. Visit www.citysightseeing.co.za/ capeTown for more info COOL-RUNNINGS It’s the summer version of the thrilling winter sport. The perfect grassy slope opposite the Bellville Velodrome in Tyger Valley was selected as the most favourable location for Africa’s first summer toboggan track and Cool-Runnings has filled the gap for

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an affordable, adventure activity that’s great fun for the whole family.

How it works: children eight and over can have their own bob-sled, while nippers under eight must sit in front of an adult (the sleds are made for two). Speed is regulated by a special braking system operated by a lever in front of the rider, so you determine how fast or slow you go.

Cool-Runnings, Toboggan Family Park lies just 25km from Cape Town city centre.

Take the N1 towards Paarl, take Exit 23 at the R302 Durban Road/Willem van Schoor Ave. (off ramp is opposite Toys’R’us™.)

Then turn left at the top into Willem van Schoor Ave. First set of traffic lights left again into Mispel Road. At the intersection with Carl Cronje Drive proceed straight into Cool-Runnings entrance which leads you to the public parking facilities.

Visit www.cool-runnings.co.za for more information.

TWO OCEANS AQUARIUM PENGUIN ENCOUNTER Come and meet the too-cute rockies, Roxy, Hopper and Bubbles with the awesome interactive Penguin Encounter!

No more than two people will join the bird trainer, Hayley McLellan, for an informative, fun and exhilarating face-toface encounter with the feathered friends.

The Penguin Encounter is suitable for anyone (although they’d discourage kids under eight from taking part).

TOUCH POOL The staff and volunteers provide visitors with fascinating snippets of ocean information, thereby enhancing the quality of any visit substantially. www.aquarium.co.za

SHOPPING PRECIOUS STONES Southern Africa is often considered the “gemstone capital of the world” as almost half of the world’s gemstones are found in this part of the world. While some may only think of gemstones as the fabulous and expensive varieties like Diamonds and Tanzanite, there are also many other beautiful and unusual gemstones that are associated with Southern Africa – like Tiger’s Eye, Rose Quartz, Amethyst, Pietersite, Malachite, Verdite, Blue lace Agate, Sodalite, and many more.

One of the most popular and convenient places to experience the amazing beauty and variety of gemstones that are found and crafted locally is right here in the V&A Waterfront at the popular Scratch Patch and Mineral World in Dock Road next to the parking garage, and just down from the Two Oceans Aquarium.

The Scratch Patch has become worldfamous as a place where you can have loads of fun “scratching” for your favourite gemstones from hundreds of thousands of tumble-polished stones that quite literally cover the floor. This is a truly original concept that has been copied in other parts of the world. According to how many gemstones you wish to take home, visitors have a choice from a small bag to a large cup container.

At the Mineral World factory shop you can see an incredible range of gemstone items including stone carvings and other “art” pieces; high-quality “investment” gems (like Tanzanite and Diamonds); jewellery of all kinds; and lots of inexpensive gemstone items that make ideal take-home-gifts.

You will also discover a large range of mineral specimens, rough gemstone pieces, and fossils that will fascinate you and bring out the geologist in you!

Besides the outlet at the V&A Waterfront, there are also Scratch Patch/Mineral World branches at Simon’s Town (Dido Valley Road, and also the site of the Topstones tumble-polishing and gem-crafting factory), and at the West Coast Ostrich Farm (Van Schoorsdrif Road, just off the N7). So, make sure that you discover the magic of gemstones!

Scratch Patch & Mineral World, 1 Dock Road (next to the parking garage and near the Aquarium).

Tel 021 419 9429.

OSTRICH LEATHER & MOHAIR Ostrich leather is the result of tanning skins taken from African ostriches farmed for their feathers, skin and meat. The leather is distinctive for its pattern of bumps or vacant quill follicles, ranged across a smooth field in varying densities. It requires an intricate, specialised and expensive

production process making it costly as well as beautiful.

Although the first commercial farming began in South Africa in 1850, the industry collapsed after World War I and the drop in demand for the feathers for fashionable hats and military uniforms. Other products were marketed, with each success battered by world events and droughts until now, when ostrich skin is globally available and seen as a luxury item in highend demand. Leather came late in the story of ostrich farming but after a tannery was set up onsite, it went on to make an impact in European haute couture and in the U.S. for cowboy boots. Availability was artificially limited when ostrich leather was subject to a cartel monopoly through trade sanctions, and single export and distribution channels until the end of apartheid in 1993.

After that and other factors, the South African government began to export stock allowing other countries to have their own ranches. Although wider production resulted in competition and lower prices, Klein Karoo Group remains the leading global producer. Today the industry is driven mostly by the leather and the meat, which is exported to all parts of the world.

South Africa produces over 60% of the world’s ostriches and also has a distinct quality edge in the leather tanning process. Eleven years ago, Charles and Melony Biggs were farming ostrich, sheep and goats in the Graaff Reinet area in the Karoo. At first they exported skins to people he had met in the USA, where he had previously farmed ostrich for 4 years. They learned a lot in that time abroad, one thing being what we in South Africa had to offer and show off to the world in terms of leadership in Ostrich and Mohair.

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They started to seek for local manufacturers and work together with designers to present a classic collection that also presents a freshness and elegancy. In 2000, Karoo Classics opened its doors in Stellenbosch: “We had 30 handbags and six belts in stock, but 100% faith in the fantastic natural products made from ostrich leather and mohair”, says Charles. From the very beginning a policy of Proudly South Africa was adopted.

They spent months looking for and visiting factories all over South Africa. The criteria were: simply, high quality at a reasonable price. Today they have a wonderful group of suppliers, from big factories to family businesses and individuals. In 2003, Karoo Classics opened in Cape Town and five years later in Franschhoek. Today they have the world’s largest selection of ostrich leather goods, carrying over 1000 handbags alone. Ostrich leather and Mohair products can be found at Karoo Classics. See their ad in our Handmade Section.

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WHAT TO SEE TABLE MOUNTAIN Rising up as a surreal backdrop to all of Cape Town is the extraordinary Table Mountain, and the state of the art Table Mountain Aerial Cableway will whisk you to the top in a picturesque 5-minute ride.

Table Mountain is among the most popular attractions in the world, and it is no surprise that it holds the title as one of the New7Wonders of Nature. And while it’s impressive from pretty much anywhere in the City Bowl, it’s not until you soar to the top in an exhilarating ride on the cable car, with its rotating floor, that you can truly appreciate its stature, and the incredible city of Cape Town that bustles far below.

Operating Hours: First car up 16 Sept to 30 Apr: 8:00 and 1 May to 15 Sept: 8:30.

Last car down varies with sunset times but not before 17:00. Tel: 021 424 0015 www.tablemountain.net KIRSTENBOSCH There are few places in the Mother City as tranquil as Kirstenbosch Gardens, and at least once during your visit, when you stop to catch your breath and absorb the splendour of your surroundings, you’ll wonder how it’s possible that the bustling, buzzing city of Cape Town is just a stone’s throw away. These sprawling, land-scaped gardens cover 36 hectares on the slopes of Table Mountain, and they blend in so effortlessly and majestically with the natural vegetation that you’d be forgiven for not realising their true scale. And when you consider how much there is to see and do in the gardens, from atmospheric sunset concerts and movie screenings, through to guided walks, popular restaurants, and an award-winning treetop walkway, it’s quite likely you’ll be planning your return visit before you’ve even left.

Mon-Sun: 09:00 -17:00. Tel: 021 799 8783, Ticket Office: 021 799 8782 www.sanbi.org/kirstenbosch TWO OCEANS AQUARIUM The southern tip of the African continent is the meeting place of two mighty and bountiful oceans, the Indian and the Atlantic. The Two Oceans Aquarium is ideally positioned to showcase the incredible diversity of marine life found in these two oceans. The Aquarium holds over 3000 living sea animals, including sharks, fishes, turtles and penguins can be seen in this spectacular underwater nature reserve.

The two ocean aquarium has established itself as a key player in raising environmental awareness through its high-quality exhibits, conservation and education programmes.

Operating Hours: The Aquarium is open every day (365 days a year, including all public holidays) from 09:30 until 18:00. Tel: 021 418 3823 www.aquarium.co.za CAPE OF GOOD HOPE There are few things as exhilarating as standing at the base of a beautiful, 150 year old lighthouse, perched precariously high above the swirling Atlantic Ocean, and knowing that you’re at the most southwestern tip of Africa. Knowing that the next closest landmass, when you look across the icy seas, is Antarctica – more than 4,000 kilometres away. The panoramic views that spread out before you are breath-taking. Literally, because you’ve just earned them with a final push up the final flight of stairs from the upper funicular station. And once you’re there, it’s impossible not to spend a few silent minutes taking in the gravity of the dramatic location, before you instinctively reach for your camera.

Garden Walks at Kirstenbosch

Operating Hours: Sept-Mar (Summer) Mon-Sun: 08:00-19:00, Apr-Aug (Winter) Mon-Sun: 08:00-18:00, Conservatory

This is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and offers hiking, surfing, angling, picnicking, beaching and cycling opportunities against

the spectacular backdrop of the mountains and coastline of the most south western point in Africa. Cape Point offers visitors excellent viewing opportunities from the two lighthouses that adorn the point – one still functional, informative interpretive signage that traces the cultural and natural history of the Point. The lighthouse is accessible by foot or you can catch the Flying Dutchman funicular to the top.

P.S. Baboons in the parking lot are not a rare picture as one might think.

Operating Hours: Winter: Apr – Sept: 07:00 - 17:00 Summer: Oct – March: 06:00 - 18:00 Visit www.sanparks.org BOULDERS BEACH After you have fallen in love with the penguins head to the secluded Boulders Beach and take a swim in the comparatively warm waters of the False Bay. This beach is ideal for kids as immense boulders shelter the cove from currents, wind and large waves - but please always take care. Also, don’t touch or feed the penguins. They might look cute and cuddly but their beaks are as sharp as razors and if they feel threatened they have no qualms about nipping the odd finger or nose.

Operating Hours: Winter: Apr – Sept: 08:00 - 17:00. Summer: Oct – Nov: 08:00 - 18:30, Dec – Jan: 07:00 - 19:30, Feb – March: 08:00 - 18:30 Tel: 021 786 2329. www.sanparks.org ROBBEN ISLAND There are few places in South Africa that bear the weight and sheer historical importance of Robben Island, and a trip to the former prison serves as a jarring reminder of country’s troubled political past. At the same time, it reveals itself as a powerful symbol for the triumph of the human spirit, and offers fascinating insight into the reconciliation and resilience that

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played such a key role in the development of a new South Africa. From the moment you arrive at the humble island, just a short ferry ride from the V&A Waterfront, you’ll feel the impact of this World Heritage Site.

A former inmate will guide you while on the island, and you’ll receive unparalleled insight into the significant role that each of the Robben Island’s inmates collectively played throughout apartheid.

food and wine heartland of the country, where splendid wines are grown and our top chefs create international cuisine.

Here breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world class cuisine and the finest wines all combine to create lasting memories. Spectacular vineyards cover these mountain slopes settled more than 300 years ago by the Huguenots, who brought with them their age-old French wine and food culture.

This is a valley rich in history centred around a picturesque village of There are walks at 10h00 friendly, welcoming and 14h00 from Monday to people. For more info: Fridayand an additional Tel: 021 876 3603, walk on Tuesday at 11h00. www.franschhoek.org.za

Operating Hours: Ferries depart at 9:00, 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, weather permitting, from Nelson Mandela Gateway, at the V&A Waterfront, Tel: 021 413 4220/1 www.robben-island.

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at 10h00. There are no walks on Sunday and Paarl offers historical Public holidays. charm, culture, architectural

CONSTANTIA VALLEY

Constantia Valley is the wine route at the heart of the Mother City (or at least a little to the left of it).

This is the oldest wine-growing area in Southern Africa and stretches from Wynberg hill in the north, to the Silvermine mountains (the Tokai area) in the south.

The ten wine cellars on the route boast a winemaking history dating back to 1685.

Around the peninsula, not a part on the Constantia Valley, but still close enough, there are a few more award winning wine estate to be explored. For more info: Tel: 021 762 8769, www.constantiavalley.com DURBANVILLE WINE ROUTE Nestled in the Tygerberg Hills, a mere 20 minutes’ drive from Cape Town, lies the Durbanville Wine Valley. With its hectares of flourishing vineyards, award winning wines and hospitable atmosphere. The Durbanville Wine Valley consists of twelve wineries, each offering the finest in wines, and complemented with some of the best fine dining restaurants and intimate country kitchens in the region. For more info: www.durbanvillewine.co.za FRANSCHHOEK WINE ROUTE Nestled between towering mountains in the beautiful Cape winelands lies the magnificent Franschhoek Valley. This is the

Robertson Wine on the River in October (www.wineonriver.com).

For more info: Tel: 023 626 3167 www.robertsonwinevalley.com STELLENBOSCH WINE ROUTES The Stellenbosch Wine Route is the first and the largest in South Africa and all the estates along the route are within a 12km radius of the town. It is arguably the country´s most famous, and includes more than 200 wine and grape producers within the boundaries of the Stellenbosch Wine of Origin classification. The Wine Route is divided into five sub-routes for a convenient exploration but you are welcome to be creative and target the wineries by any classification or taste. Daily wine tasting, cellar tours and sales are offered at most cellars and many of these have restaurant and picnic facilities. Some cellars offer tasting by appointment only.

heritage, wine and fruit farms, breath-taking scenery and many For more info: Tel: 021 883 3584 cycling and nature trails. The www.wineroute.co.za magnificent countryside, good wines and friendly people welcome you to a town where a feeling of tranquillity still WELLINGTON WINE ROUTE transcends modern day living. The Paarl Wine Route offers visitors a diverse wine Halfway between the bright lights of and country living experience .

Cape Town and the statuesque From the large international mountains of the Western wine companies to the small Cape, lies the hidden valley micro-producers who of Wellington, full of Walks are free but share the passion to surprises and variety, produce quality wines garden entrance heart and soul. The Berg with a sense of place to river flows along the fee applies if give pleasure to the western border with two lovers of wine. you do not have a smaller streams, the For more info: Tel: 021 872 0860 www.paarlonline.com or www.paarlwine.co.za

Spruit and Kromme and the mighty Hawequas stands guard on the eastern side. The Bainskloof Pass, built by the famous Scot, Andrew Geddes Bain was (before Du Toitskloof Pass) the only gateway to the north. More French people settled here than anywhere else in the Cape and the valley was initially called Val du Charron – valley of the wagon-makers, the last outpost before travellers, pioneers and adventurers attempted the arduous journey into the hinterland with their oxen and their wagons.

SouthAfrican Botanical Society Membership card.

ROBERTSON WINE ROUTE Member wineries from Ashton, Bonnievale, McGregor and Robertson work closely to bring visitors the most memorable wine tourism experiences, notably their renowned wine festivals: Wacky Wine Weekend in June (www.wackywineweekend.com), Robertson Slow in August (www.robertsonslow.com) and

For more info: Tel: 021 873 4604/8, www.wellington.co.za

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Ideally situated on Long Street, in the heart of Cape Town’s buzzing central business district, explorers will discover the ultimate African cultural experience, embodies the warm atmosphere available in this unique venue that offers friendly hospitality, laughter, traditional song, dance and grub.

Prepare for an adventure of the senses as patrons are entertained by some of the best young, local musicians playing a range of instruments from drums to the Murrumba, while savoring the unique dishes made from some of Africa’s nest wild game.

Welcome to Mama Africa- come and join us for the ultimate African Adventure!

178 Long Street, Cape Town 021 424 8634 / 021 426 1017 www.mamaafricarestaurant.co.za

NIGHT LIFE CAPE TOWN MERCURY LIVE & LOUNGE - live music A: 43 De Villiers Street T: 021 465 2106 Open: Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 9pm - 4am www.mercuryl.co.za

ASSEMBLY Well established giant within Cape Town’s live music scene. A: 61 Harrington Street T: 021 465 7286. Open: Wed, Fri & Sat 9pm – 4am. www.theassembly.co.za

ZULA SOUND BAR A: 98 Long Street T: 021 424 2442 Open: Mon - Thur 12pm -2am & Fri - Sat 12pm - 4am www.zulabar.co.za

SHIMMY BEACH CLUB A: South Arm Road, V&A Waterfront T: 021 200 7778. Open: Tues -Sun 11:30am - 2am. Kitchen: 11:30am - 11:30pm www.shimmybeachclub.com

CLUB 31 A: 2 Riebeeck Street, 31 Floor, ABSA Building. T: 021 421 0581 www.thirtyone.co.za

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THE JACKAL AND HIDE Preformance Venue, restaurant & bar A: 108 Kloof Street, Gardens T: 021 424 1020 Open: Mon - Wed 3:30pm - 1:am, Thur - Sat 3:30pm - 2am CITY CENTRE 169 LOUNGE A: 227 Long Street T: 021 424 2331/ 0 Open: Always.

ALEXANDER BAR AND CAFÉ Engineered for conversation. Old world charm-bar.Classic cocktails, good boutique wines, craft beers and whiskies.

Check out the working antique phone system. Gourmet light meals and boards served till midnight. A: 76 Strand Street T: 0213001088. Open: Mon- Sat: 11am- 1am www.alexanderbar.co.za

FICTION - DJ BAR & LOUNGE For lovers of techno, nu-rave, indie A: 226 Long Street. T: 021 424 7509 Open: Tue – Sat: 9pm – 4am www.fictionbar.com ORPHANAGE COCKTAIL BAR A specialist emporium of artisan cocktails, elixir’s & intoxications & delicious morsels of substance. A:227 Bree Street Corner of Bree and Orphan Street.

T: 021 424 2004. Open: Sat – Thurs: 5pm – 2am; Fri: 3pm – 2am. www.theorphanage.co.za THE LOOP NIGHT CLUB A: Cnr of Loop & Pepper Street T: 072 539 1121. Open: Wed, Fri & Sat 22:00 - 04:00. www.theloopnightclub.co.za SIDE SHOW A: 11 Machau Street T: 082 077 0315

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Enjoy some of the best Wines, vintage Champagnes and treat yourself to a la carte dining with culinary delights.

The club offers 3 floors of diverse, scintillating entertainment to guarantee a match for everyone’s taste and preference. Our VIP rooms are available to provide the ultimate in privacy and intimacy.

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DECO DANCE A: 120 B Main Road Sea Point Open: Fri & Sat 8:30pm – 4:00am www.decodance.co.za GREEN POINT CASA BLANCA A: Portswood Road, V&A Waterfront T: 021 421 1185. Open: Fri & Sat 10 pm – 4am. www.casablancawf.co.za CUBANA HAVANA LOUNGE LATINO SOCIAL CAFÉ A: 9 Somerset Road, De Waterkant T: 021 421 1109. Open: everyday www.cubana.co.za P.I.S.C.O BAR Serves Peruvian Tapas as well as the famous cocktail Pisco Sour, Pisco cocktails, Peruvian beers & exotic drinks.

A: 50 Waterkant Str. Above Keenwa Restaurant. T: 021 419 2633 Open: Thurs. to Sat. From 5pm to late

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Tues - Thurs: 7pm - late, Sat - Sun - 7pm - late Fri - 4pm till late. Don’t get stuck in traffic, come to Teazers.

MORE INTERNATIONAL GLORY AS VAN RYN’S DISTILLERY CLAIMS YET ANOTHER AWARD The Best Distillery Tour in the world is on your doorstep at the Van Ryn’s Distillery in Stellenbosch – this according to judges at the 2015 Distillery Experience Awards.

Around the world, tourists visit distilleries while on holiday in search of unique cultural experiences, and with brandy’s long history in South Africa – it was brought here in the 1800s by Dutch sailors – there is much to tell, culminating in recent awards for Van Ryn’s such as Best Worldwide Brandy and International Brandy Producer of the Year. The Best Distillery Tour award celebrates the effectiveness of thoughtful distillery tours.

Judges were in search of the most innovative tour that offers tourists an educational and memorable experience into the production and distillation of spirits.

Judges commented that the Van Ryn’s team was clearly proud of their work. “They are obviously very focused on what they are doing and work hard to deliver it well. It is an impressive tour and great visitor numbers show that they offer visitors something quite different and interesting – such as the cooperage and the presentation on how barrels are put together. The tour also integrates well with other attractions on site.

(Van Ryn’s)… offers informative and rich content delivered in an interesting way.”

Van Ryn’s brand home manager Fre-Nay Brown said the award was fantastic news. “The team is extremely dedicated to creating a memorable and entertaining experience and we hope this award will encourage locals who have not yet visited us, to come and try our premium brandies, learn about the magic of distillation and discover for themselves why South African brandies are world-class.”

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No tours on Sunday. For more information visit www.vanryns.co.za or call 021 881 3875.