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Cape Town International Airport has a robust plan in place to ensure that the airport continues to operate in the event of Day Zero. Since May last year the airport instituted a special committee to focus on water plans and together with the broader fraternity have been working to ensure an appropriate response to the water situation. The airport’s water wise plan is focussed on three key areas which are retaining its license to operate the aerodrome, to reduce water consumption and the augmentation of municipal supply. To date the airport has managed to reduce its consumption by 40% as compared to last year and aims to reduce that even further so that its water consumption is below 50%. Various water augmentation initiatives will allow the airport over the next number of months to become independent of municipal supply. This is achieved, amongst other, through access to ground water and the harvesting of rain water. Projects are currently underway to install and commission the required infrastructure. Cape Town International Airport’s consolidated plans provide sufficient capacity to enable the airport to operate on Day Zero and beyond, should it materialise. Hello Cape Town May 2018 l
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CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CONSTANTLY AIMS FOR NEW RECORDS By the end of 2017, Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) was declared the best airport in Africa although having some good competitors at the finish line. This award and recognition was achieved by an extraordinary team of professionals, led by Deon Cloete (GM), that bears in mind that CTIA is not only a visitor’s first impression, but it is also the strength and the founding phase for the growth of the entire tourism industry of Cape Town and its surrounds. Working hand in hand with relevant stakeholders at both national and local government levels, CTIA is looking to break their own records in the future. After stepping up from the 10 Million arrivals mark, the team recently received final approval to realign its main runway, with a R3.8 billion investment in order to enable further growth. It is also planned to make changes to both the international and domestic terminals and build a luggage transit facility The Cape Town Air Access Partnership with ACSA, WESGRO and all tiers of government already enabled the opening of 13 new routes and 14 route expansions for direct flights to Cape Town, resulting in a growth of 800 000 new inbound seats, most of them being taken by visitors. Next on the plate is securing a viable direct route from North America, preferably from New York, with the intention that this already big source market to the tourism industry will keep expanding and increase benefits in the region. The current terminal services travelers on two levels. The departure level provides local and international travelers with refreshments, shopping and paid lounge facilities. The arrivals level offers all equipping necessities and is designed to provide more space for luggage collection and a bigger meeters and greeters area. In addition to the availability of most car rental companies outside the terminal and authorized taxi operators, since 2010, travelers are making use of the MyCiti bus service, having and using the direct route between CTIA and the city center. As they hold the record of almost 90% on time performance within Africa, the management team aims to keep the success and reputation high in the future too. The new runway will create 50% more capacity, i.e. an increase from 30 flights per hour to 45. It also plans to have a much smaller noise footprint for the neighbouring communities, while giving optimum efficiency and safety to aircrafts and pilots. As a business, the airport is aware of their responsibility to make a meaningful socio-economic contribution into the lives of their surrounding communities. The management of airports are of utmost importance, but they are also committed to making a positive and lasting impact in the lives of their neighbours. The airport’s growth is the catalyst to doing just that. They have many projects running in communities, one being a skills development programme where people in communities are provided with a skill to build their own houses. The master plan for the changes and growth of the CTIA is a corner stone for economic prosperity of the tourism and the importing industries for years to come. 4
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AN ICON. REINVENTED. THE NEW RITZ HOTEL TOP OF THE RITZ – Superb gourmet dining in Cape Town’s only revolving restaurant. CASA RESTAURANT & CABANAS – The most glamorous urban resort-style restaurant. BOOK ONLINE AT WWW.THERITZ.CO.ZA OR CONTACT info@theritzcapetown.co.za
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save the date May
DECOREX CAPE TOWN 27 APRIL - 1 MAY
DECOREX CAPE TOWN 27 APRIL - 1 MAY CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE A premium décor, design and lifestyle exhibition. Uncover the latest industry products, lifestyle, décor and design trends.
27 YEARS OF PHOTOJOURNALISM 1 - 31 MAY
1 - 31 MAY CHAVONNES BATTERY MUSEUM
A late autumn outing to the Franschhoek Wine Valley.
Photojournalism = telling stories in pictures...
This is an opportunity to taste Anthonij Rupert Wyne’s range of Shiraz wines, which include the limited release Anthonij Rupert Syrah, the site-specific Cape of Good Hope Riebeeksrivier Shiraz and Protea Shiraz.
USANA FARM FEAST 12 & 13 MAY KLEIN WELMOED FARM, STELLENBOSCH Usana produces wine, meat & eggs so the day is about showcasing everything they do on the farm. Focus of the food is on the grass fed beef and pasture reared chicken eggs. A glass of wine and live music is all part of the deal. FRANSCHHOEK LITERARY FESTIVAL 18 - 20 MAY FRANSCHHOEK
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SHIRAZ & CHARCUTERIE FESTIVAL 26 MAY ANTHONIJ RUPERT WYNE, FRANSCHHOEK
Including a few unpublished images of the late Nelson Mandela.
CHEESE FESTIVAL 27 - 29 APRIL
The events take place in a variety of village venues within a few minutes’ walk of each other, creating a vibrant ambience in streets buzzing with book-lovers.
TWENTY SEVEN YEARS OF PHOTOJOURNALISM
Nic Bothma {in association with the European Pressphoto Agency} presents a solo exhibition with award winning images and a glimpse of the unknown.
USANA FARM FEAST 12 & 13 MAY
delighting, informing and challenging audiences.
The festival brings together a broad cross-section of mostly South African writers and a few popular international authors with the prospect of inspiring,
Anthonij Rupert Wyne will be joined by 18 of the country’s top Shiraz producing estates, which include Thelema Mountain Vineyards, Mullineux Wines, Rickety Bridge Winery, Stark-Condé Wines and Hartenberg Wine Estate, who will all be showcasing their wines for your enjoyment. WACKY WINE WEEKEND 31 MAY - 3 JUNE ROBERTSON WINE VALLEY Over 40 wine farms, boutique wineries and tourist establishments showcase the valley’s award-winning wines over these four days. Join thousands of wine lovers for master wine-tastings, exquisite wine and food pairings, educational wine presentations and private tastings with the Valley’s most esteemed winemakers. Visitors can explore the countryside and pleasure their palates by the use of the coupon system for free tastings at each winery.
ENCOUNTERS 31 MAY - 10 JUNE The South African International Documentary Festival features about 70 different films from all over the world, including a handful of World Premières. Films explore current political and cultural conflicts that form part of the daily headlines we come across. The number of screening for each feature is limited and pre-booking is highly recommended. The festival runs in both Cape Town & Johannesburg. HERMANUS FYNARTS 8 - 17 JUNE TANKWA KAROO Best described as an eclectic mix, Hermanus FynArts is a ten-day fusion of ArtsFest and Winter School. The program is tailor-made for those who value a range of arts, intellectual stimulation, great wine and fine dining packaged in a program that is varied, top class and entertaining.
Centering around the modern ‘self improvement’ culture where a day at the surgeon is preferable to a day at the beach! Witness the ins-and-outs of the multi-billion dollar plastic surgery industry as seen from the unique perspective of South Africa’s three pinup girls for Aviation. Pricked, plucked, pulled and prodded – brace yourselves for a titillatingly turbulent treat!
SHIRAZ & CHARCUTERIE FESTIVAL 26 MAY
Gate 69, till 26 May, Tickets R500 - R595 including dinnerfrom Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi CAMP COMEDY Five of the best comedians South Africa has to offer on one stage for one evening only. Featuring Melt Sieberhagen, Ron Van Vuuren, Marc Lottering, Alan Committie and Mel Jones with a special appearance by the Trolley Dollies. Gate 69, 22 May, Tickets R500 - R595 including dinner from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
WACKY WINE WEEKEND 31 MAY- 3 JUNE
Although sessions are quickly sold-out the town offers a large range of indoors & outdoors exhibitions that is appealing to many likings and interactive. GATE 69 SNIP TUCKED The Trolley Dollies in a mini medical musical.
SNIP TUCKED TILL 26 MAY
HERMANUS FYNARTS 8 - 17 JUNE
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In the heart of the Cape Winelands, you will discover the beautiful town of Paarl. In the heart of the Cape Winelands, The scenic beauty of Paarl, the ‘pearl’ of the Cape Winelands, compels visitors to explore the many scenic routes in the valley and the surrounding mountains. The town, that is a mere 45-minutes’ drive from Cape Town offers visitors the luxuries of modern day living surrounded by history and vineyards.
stands astride the southern slopes of Paarl Mountain. The design of the Afrikaans Language Monument represents the growth and development of Afrikaans and gives recognition to the language’s roots that are spread over the three continents Africa, Europe and Asia.
Paarl Rock
Paarl is the 3rd oldest town in South Africa and takes its name from the huge granite outcrop that stands proudly on the crest of Paarl Mountain. Paarl Mountain’s 500-million-year-old domes are one of the world’s largest granite outcrops and often compared to the towering Ayers Rock in Australia. The birth of Afrikaans as the World’s youngest language is celebrated by the Afrikaans Language Monument that
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Just outside Paarl is the Drakenstein Correctional Centre, where Nelson Mandela spent his last months of captivity and where he completed his long walk to freedom. The statue of Madiba outside the Correctional Centre bears witness to this landmark chapter in our country’s history. The town has many fine examples of Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and Cape Dutch buildings that compete for space
with a wide variety of fine restaurants and coffee shops spread out along the twelve kilometre-long Main Street lined with its old oak trees. Paarl has the longest Main Road in South Africa!
Paarl attractions such as Le Bonheur Crocodile Park, Cheetah Experience Ashia, Butterfly World and Alpaca Loom offers visitors’ interactive experience with the wonders of the animal kingdom in beautiful outdoor surrounds.
The Paarl Wine route is also home to smaller boutique wine farms, each with their own personality, that offer Paarl’s signature wine diversity, and exciting tourism opportunities such as Mellasat Wines, home to the first white Pinotage. Pinotage is a cultivar indigenous to South Africa. The Pearl Valley Golf Course and Paarl Golf Club at Boschenmeer Estate makes Paarl an attractive prospect for the golf lover. Paarl is also home to the Boland Cricket Park which hosts international events. The Inter Schools between Paarl Gymnasium and Paarl Boys’ High, held every year in August, is the biggest school sporting event in South Africa.
Paarl Main Road
Paarl offers endless activities for the outdoors enthusiast. Hiking in Paarl Mountain Reserve or the Limietberg Nature Reserve, trail running, rock climbing at Paarl Rock, mountain biking, hot-air balloon rides or guided horse rides in the mountains.
Paarl offers visitors world class attractions and experience. There are a diverse range of wineries to choose from when visiting the Paarl Wine Route. Some of the wineries in the area has historic significance in the SA wine industry and produce sought after wines for collectors.
Places such as Spice Route Destination, Babylonstoren, KWV’s House of Fire and Fairview Wine and Cheese is such examples. Active events such as The Cape Epic Cycle Race, The Bestmed Tour of Good Hope, The Fisherman’s Friend Strongman Run and the Nelson Mandela 27 for Freedom Run is just some of the big events that take place in our town and surrounds.
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Visit WWW.PAARLONLINE.COM for itinerary options and more detail of what to do and where to stay in the Pearl of the Winelands. Hello Cape Town May 2018 l
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WOMB OF FIRE
ability to sense perilous danger.
ONWEER
Set against an episode from the Indian epic, The Mahabharata, the play interweaves personal narrative and contemporary realities with the lives of two women from the founding years of the Cape Colony to interrogate the Womb of Fire that birthed South Africa.
Baxter Theatre, 1 - 5 May, Tickets R70 - R120 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
Zabalaza Theatre Festival Winner
We follow Grote Katrijn van Pulicat’s (1681-1683) journey across India to Batavia and then to Cape Town as the first female bandit slave; and we explore the briefly brutal life of Zara (1648-1671), a Khoekhoen servant woman who was violently punished posthumously by the VOC for the crime of suicide. Womb of Fire looks at the power of the performing female body to challenge the pornography of Empire, in the process decolonising and retrieving itself. Baxter Theatre, 18 April - 5 May, Tickets R70 - R100 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi WHEN CRANES CRY The Ayana/Afrika Ablaze Dance Company and highly acclaimed producer, Glenda Jones, brings to stage When Cranes Cry – a beguiling dance/drama with some original music compositions by American songwriter, Henry Ross Bloomfield. The Japanese crane, a symbol of longevity, happiness and a source of inspiration to artists and poets, is also known for its extraordinary intuitive
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AWAKENING
Onweer is a physical theatre piece about a young woman named Tammy Solomons, who lives on the Cape Flats.
Awakening Dance Production centers around the dancers who have encountered AGAPE love that has transformed them…
She is overwhelmed by the fact that her father (who molested her during her childhood) is returning home after a 10-year prison sentence.
This will leave an audience with an experience of Faith, Hope & Love.
This leaves many unanswered questions for the family and community.
Artscape Theatre, 6 May, Tickets R130 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
Baxter Theatre, 9 - 19 May, Tickets R50 - R100 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
THE SOUND OF MUSIC This lavish production, presented in South Africa by Pieter Toerien, David Ian and The Really Useful Group, tells the story of the Von Trapp family`s flight across the mountains from Austria, with its unforgettable score that includes some of the most memorable songs ever performed on the musical stage including “My Favourite Things”, “Edelweiss”, “Do-Re-Mi”, “Sixteen Going on Seventeen”, “The Lonely Goatherd”, “Climb Ev`ry Mountain”, and the title song “The Sound of Music”.
MY CHILDREN! MY AFRICA! Generational conflict over the most effective means for ending apartheid in South Africa, leads to an explosive confrontation between a gifted but impatient black township youth and his devoted but “old fashioned” black teacher.
Featuring an all-star South African cast back from their international tour.
The unexpected involvement of a young white woman who befriends and learns from both men, strips away the political trappings to reveal the human trauma at the heart of South Africa’s tragedy.
Artscape Theatre, 6 - 27 May, Tickets R150 - R500 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
Artscape Theatre, 2 June, Tickets R45 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
LOVE FACTUALLY
SIGNIFICANT OTHER
Funnyman Alan Committie presents LOVE FACTUALLY… the perfect date-night comedy show!
Jordan Berman is desperately looking for Mr Right… but he is getting it all wrong. Follows Jordan and his three closest friends as they navigate love, friendship and New York in their twenty-something years. Jordan is single, and finding Mr. Right is much easier said than done. While surrounding himself with his close group of girlfriends, it comes to pass that the only thing harder than looking for love is supporting the loved ones around him as they pair off and embark on their journey of marriage.
The star of the hit show, DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN, has decided that after 963 performances of the record-breaking comedy, it’s time to take a FRESH look at relationships in 2018… In this hilarious comedy solo show – Love Factually – our every-man hero investigates Tinder and text breakups, online attractions and distractions, explores being single versus being able to mingle, unpacks the gift of having children and – most importantly – shares how to survive as a postmodern, quasi-demi-semi-multimano-metro-sexual. Real life is not always a romantic comedy…. Bring your partner or your family or even just yourself (save money!) and come and discover why it’s perfectly fine that men and women are a little bit different… Baxter Theatre, 29 May - 16 June, Tickets R100 - R160 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
The Fugard Theatre, 30 May - 7 July, Tickets R140 - R250 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi CAPE TOWN BIG BAND JAZZ FESTIVAL Celebrating its 20th anniversary the festival culminates a year of rehearsals, mentorship and hard work. The concerts programme includes bands from around the Cape. Baxter Theatre, 31 May - 2 June, Tickets R70 - R120 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
Autumn Symphony Season 2018. Concerts will be played at The Artscape.
The story of a woman’s desire for personal and artistic freedom within the narrow confines of a conservative and highly religious community in the Karoo in early seventies apartheid South Africa.
31 May: Conductor: Conrad van Alphen. Soloist: Antonio Pompa-Baldi (piano). Rachmaninov “The Isle of the Dead”; Respighi Piano Concerto; Mussorgsky/Ravel Pictures at an Exhibition
The Fugard, till 12 May, Tickets R130 - R230 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.
7 June: Soloist: Conductor: Conrad van Alphen. Nikita Boriso-Glebsky (violin). Beethoven Oveture, Fidelio; Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto Op. 35 in D; Sibelius Symphony No. 1 in E minor
It’s wedding season and the winelands are abuzz with travellers who come to celebrate the nuptials of friends and family. But when the wedding party gets trapped in a haunted cabin in the middle of a dilapidated wine farm, a carefree weekend turns into a nightmare when the spirit of an ancient demon possesses a newlywed and wreaks havoc on her friends. The Fugard, 5 May - 2 June, Tickets R160 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
THE SOUND OF MUSIC 6 - 27 MAY
CAPE TOWN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
THE ROAD TO MECCA
THE DEMON BRIDE
LOVE FACTUALLY 29 MAY - 16 JUNE
CT BIG BAND JAZZ FESTIVAL 31 MAY - 2 JUNE
14 June: Conductor: Victor Yampolsky. Soloist: Spencer Myer (piano). Tchaikovsky Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture; Grieg Piano Concerto in A minor; Prokofiev Symphony No.7 in C-sharp minor 21 June: Conductor: Victor Yampolsky. Soloist: Alexander Buzlov (cello). Wagner Overture, Rienzi, William Walton Cello Concerto; Vaughan Williams Symphony No. 5 in D Tickets are from R90 to R230 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi
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Mediterranean inspired menu. handpicked wine selection. glamorous ambiance. comfortable refinement and contemporary opulence.
dining in Cape Town ASIAN
The restaurant can host groups and events. The Conservatory deck offers uninterrupted view of the harbour and Table Mountain and can be set up as a private space. The Blue Room is a luxurious enclosed space designed for unique experiences.
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 KYOTO GARDEN SUSHI A: 11 Lower Kloofnek Rd. T: 021 422 2001, kyotogardensushict.com SAIGON Vietnamese, A: Kloof Str. T: 021 424 7670 WANG THAI A: Lagoon Beach Drive, Milnerton, T: 021 551 9254, A: V&A waterfront T: 021 421 8702, www.wangthai.co.za
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.
40 Dock Road, V&A Waterfront / +27 21 814 4510 / www.vistamarina.co.za
ADDIS IN CAPE Ethopian, A: 41 Church Street. T: 021 424 5722, www.addisincape.co.za BIESMIELLAH Cape Malay experience. A: Wale & Pentz Streets, Bo-Kaap, T: 021 423 0850, www.biesmiellah.co.za GOLD Restaurant A vibrant, eclectic Pan-African experience, A: 15 Bennett street, Greenpoint, T: 021 421 4653 www.goldrestaurant.co.za 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 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 The CRYPT Jazz Restaurant A: 1 Wale St. T: 021 424 8663, www.thecryptjazz.com
BREAKFAST CAFÉ EXTRABLATT A: 79 Main Rd. T: 021 286 0460, www.cafe-extrablatt.co.za DEAR ME - Mon-Fri from 7:00am. 165 Longmarket Street. www.dearme.co.za GIOVANNI’S DELIWORLD Mon - Sun from 7:30am. 103 Main Rd, Greenpoint HAAS - Mon-Fri from 7:00am to 17h00, Sat - Sun 8:00am to 15h00. 19 Buitenkant St, Cape Town City Centre. haascollective.com JASON BAKERY Mon - Fri from 7:00 am, Sat from 8:00 am. 185 Bree Street. www.jasonbakery.com KLEINSKY’S DELICATESSEN Mon - Sun from 8:00am. 95 Regent Road, Sea Point. www.kleinskys.co.za KNEAD BAKERY CAFE Kloof Street, Mon - Sat from 7:00am, Sunday from 8:00am. 53 Llfestyle Center, Kloof Street. KNEAD BAKERY CAFE Wembley Square, Mon - Sun from 7:00am. North Building, Mckenzie Street. KNEAD BAKERY CAFE Sea Point, Mon - Fri from 7:00am, Sat & Sun from 8:00am. The Point, 76 Regent Street. LA PETITE TARTE Mon - Sun from 8:30am. Cape Quarter, Dixon Street, de Waterkant. LILY’S Mon - Sun: 07:00 – 22:00. East-West Building, corner Beach Rd and Surrey Place, Mouille Point. www.lilysrestaurant.co.za NEWPORT MARKET & DELI From 7:00am daily. 125 Beach Road, Mouille Point, www.newportdeli.co.za NEW YORK BAGELS Mon-Fri from 7:00am, Sat from 9:00am. 44 Harrington Street. ORIGIN COFFEE ROASTERS Mon - Fri from 7:00am, Sat from 8:00am, Sun from 9:00am. 28 Hudson Street, De Waterkant. www.originroasting.co.za SMAK Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Sat 9AM - 3PM. 22 Bree Street, www.smak.co.za STROLLA Mon-Sun from 7 AM to 10:30 AM, 11 AM to 11 PM. Peninsula All Suites Hotel, 313 Beach Road, Sea Point. SUPERETTE Mon-Sat from 8:00am. 66 Albert Road, Woodstock. www.superette.co.za TAMBOERS WINKEL Mon-Sun from 8:00am. 3 De Lorentz Street, Gardens. www.tamboerswinkel.com TRUTH COFFEE ROASTING Mon-Fri from 7:30am, Sat from 8:30am. 36 Buitenkant Street. www.truthcoffee.com VILLA 47 Mon - Fri 6.30am to 10.30pm; Sat 9am to 10.30pm. 47 Bree Street. www.villa47.co.za
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Set in the heart of Camps Bay, Ocean Blue is the locals’ and travellers’ favourite since 1998! Our recent renovations have made your visit more comfortable and with an even better view of the ocean. Superb quality meals, value for money and our friendly team is what keeps people coming back for more. Our selection of fresh seafood, steaks and pizzas, as well as our compliment of excellent South African wines will keep the whole family smiling. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 9:30 - 11pm. Please call toenquire about specials or find us on Facebook. See you soon, the Ocean Blue family. 10% discount off meals to customers with a ‘City Sightseeing Cape Town’ Bus ticket
For more info & reservations call 021 438 9839, fax 021 438 4204 or email blufish@mweb.co.za
Ocean Blue Restaurant Shop 3 The Promenade, Victoria road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
CHEF RESTAURANTS 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, T: 021 422 4920, www.dearme.co.za HOMESPUN by MATT Cuisine: A modern culinary adventure. A: Porterfield Road, Table View. T: 074 946 3691 JANSE & CO - A: 75 Kloof St, Gardens. T: 021 422 0384. www.janseco.com 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,T: 021 433 0856 www.lamouette-restaurant.co.za LA COLOMBE A: Silvermist wine estate, Constantia Nek. T: 021 795 0125, www.lacombe.co.za MULBERRY & PRINCE - A: 12 Pepper Street, Corner of Bree Street, T: 021 422 3301. THE GREENHOUSE & THE CONSERVATORY AT CELLARS HOHENORT BY CHEF PETER TEMPELHOFF - A: 93 Brommersvlei Rd, Constantia. T: 021 794 2137, www.cellars-hohenorh, www.chefbrucerobertson.com MONDIALL RESTAURANT A: Alfred Mall, V & A Waterfront, Opening hours : 9am - 10pm, T: 021 418 3003, reservations@mondiallco.za, www.mondiall.co.za 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 SHORTMARKET CLUB Cuisine: modern interpretations of classics. Open: Monday- Saturday. Breakfast: 08:00 – 11:00, Lunch: 12:30 – 14:30, Dinner: 19:0023:00. A: 88 Shortmarket St, T: 021 447 28 74 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 DaleRoberts. 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 and Only Hotel. T. +27 21 431 58 YUMCIOUS Cuisine: renowned chef Jenny Morris
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serves Breakfast, Lunch and Coffee treats. Fresh, healthy and full of the goodness she is known for. Open: Mon- Sat, 8:00 - 16:00. A: Cape Quarter Square, 27 Somerset Road, Green Point. Tel: 021 418 8000
FINE WINE STORES CAROLINE’S FINE WINE CELLAR A: Ground floor, matador centre, 62 Strand Street, Open: weekdays 09:00 – 17:30, Saturday 09:00 – 13:00 T: 021 712 2258, www.carolineswine.com OPENWINE - A: 72, Wale Street. VAUGHAN JOHNSON A: Dock Rd, V & A Waterfront, Open: daily 9:00- 21:00, T: 021 419 2121. www.vaughanjohnson.co.za VINO PRONTO A: 42 Orange St, Gardens, Open: Mon- Fri: 10:30-20:00, Saturday 10:30 - 17:00, Sunday 11:00 -15:00. T: 021 424 5587, vinopronto.co.za WINE CONCEPTS ON KLOOF A: Lifestyle on Kloof, 50 Kloof St, Gardens. Open: Mon - Fri 10:00 – 19:00, Sat and Public Holidays 9:00 – 17:00. T: 021 426 4401, wineconcepts.co.za
GAME & GRILLS ASH Charcoal cooking. A: 81 Church St. T: 021 424 7204. Open Mon - Sat, 10:00 - 22:00 CARNE SA - A: 70 Keerom St. T: 021 424 3460, www.carne-sa.com DIAS TAVERN - A: 15 Caledon Str. T: 021 465 7547, www.diastavern.co.za DON ARMANDO A: 20 Cobern Str, Green Point, T: 021 418 1462 KNIFE - A: corner of Century Blv. & Rialto Rd. T: 021 551 5000, www.knife-restaurants.co.za NV-80 - A: The Point, 76 Regent Rd, First Floor, Sea Point, T: 021 439 7112 THE BUTCHER SHOP & GRILL A: Beach Road, Muoille Point. T: 021 434 0813, www.thebutchershop.co.za THE BUTCHER A: Shop 3, The Promenade, Camps Bay, Open daily: 9:00- 22:30. T: 021 437 0183/ 021 437 0244, thebutcherrestaurant.co.za THE VILLAGE IDIOT A: 32 Loop St. T: 021 418 1548, Open Tue - Thur from 15:00, Fri - Sun from 12:00. www.thevillageidiot.co.za
HALAAL 126 CAPE KITCHEN & CAFE The restaurant is located in the hotel lobby and is fully Halaal serves a Cape Malay cuisine. www.126ckc.com 126 CAFÉ - The Café is also located in the lobby of the hotel also Halaal all the pastries are made in our kitchen that is certified by ICSA. Serves our signature teas and gourmet pastries. Buitengracht St. 021 481 3700. www3.hilton.com ANATOLI’S - Turkish, A: 24 Napier St T: 021 419 2501, www.anatoli.co.za BIHARI - Indian, A: Paddock Shopping Centre,Milnerton, T: 021 522 9894, www.bihari.co.za
EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR A: 96 Longmarket Street, T: 021 461 2458, www.easternfoodbazaar.co.za SIMPLY ASIA - (CBD) - A: V & A Waterfront T: 021 425 5555, www.simplyasia.co.za OCEAN BASKET Seafood, A: Cnr Main and Gabriel Road, Plumstead, (All of Ocean basket food in all the branches is strictly Halaal), T: 021 761 0765. www.oceanbasket.com
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. CAPE TOWN CENTRAL BOMBAY BRASSERIE - Cuisine: Fine, Indian Specialty dining, A: The Taj, T: 021 819 2000 SIGNAL HILL TERRACE The terrace is located in the Mezzanine floor and has a clear view of Signal Hill. Serves mainly tapas and finger foods and the most authentic Shisha in Cape Town. The food served in Signal Hill Terrace is fully Halaal but we do serve alcohol. 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, T: 021 483 1948, www.mountnelson.co.za SAVOUR - Cuisine: Globel menu, available all day. A: 15 On Orange Hotel, T: 021 469 8000, www.africanpridehotels.com THIRTY 7 - Cuisine:Contemporary, T: 021 412 9999, A: Westin Grand, Arabella Quays SINATRA - PEPPER CLUB HOTEL Cuisine: Continental. A: The Pepper Club Luxury Hotel & Spa, T: 021 812 8888, www.pepperclub.co.za 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 THE VUE - Cuisine: Tapas. A: Floor 15, 40 Chiappini Street, The Capital Mirage hotel, De Waterkant. T: 0 21 418 3065. V& A WATERFRONT BASCULE WHISKY AND WINE BAR Cuisine: International, A: Cape Grace Hotel, T: +27 (21) 410 7082 www.capegrace.com/dining/bascule CAMISSA BRASSERIE - Cuisine: A la carte (Vegetarian). A: Table Bay Breakwater Boulevard, V & A Waterfront. T: 021 406 5000. www.suninternational.com/table-bay CLIPPER RESTAURANT - Cuisine: Seafood Delicacies, A: The Commodore Hotel T: 021 415 100, www.commodorehotel.co.za 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 NOBU - Cuisine: Sublime Japanese Cuisine, A: One & Only Hotel Cape Town, T: 021 431 5111 QUARTER RESTAURANT - Cuisine: Fine Dining in the Cape Malay tradition T: 021 418 3281 A: The Portswood Hotel REUBEN’S - Cuisine: The creative menu of Chef Reuben Riffel, A: One & Only Hotel Cape Town, T: 021 431 5222 SIGNAL RESTAURANT - Cuisine: Creative Cape Cuisine A: Cape Grace Hotel T: 021 410 7080 www.capegrace.com/ dining/signal_restaurant 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 SEA POINT CASA RESTAURANT AND CABANAS Cuisine: Cape-California resort style food, and a pool side champagne bar, sushi station and pizza oven. A: The Ritz T: 021 439 6010, www.theritz.co.za HARVEYS - Cuisine: South African cuisine with a European twist. A: Winchester Mansions hotel, T: 021 434 2351, www.winchester.co.za LA MER RESTAURANT & GRILL - Cuisine: local with an international twist, A: Radisson Blu Le Vendome Hotel, T: 021 826 5100 SUNSET RESTAURANT - Cuisine: International, A: the Peninsula Hotel, T: 021 430 7777, www.peninsula.co.za TOP OF THE RITZ - Cuisine: a seven-course set menu inspired by both Cape Town’s landscape and traditions in a revolving restaurant, set above a champagne bar and cognac lounge. Pre- booking I a must. A: The Ritz T: 021 439 6010, www.theritz.co.za OUT OF THE CITY CINCIN - A: Colosseum Luxury Hotel, cnr Century Way & Century Boulevard, Century City, T: 021 526 4000, www.colosseum.co.za 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
INDIAN BUKHARA A: 33 Church Str. T: 021 424 0000 A: Shop no. 6264, Upper Level, Victo 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 GRAND CAFÉ & BEACH A: Granger Bay Rd, off Beach Rd, T: 021 425 0551 HARBOUR HOUSE A: Quay Four, Ground Floor, V&A Waterfront T: 021 418 4744 / 063 118 9813. Open Daily till 22:00 www.harbourhouse.co.za 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 ON THE ROCKS A: 45 Stadler Road, Bloubergstrand, T: 021 554 1988, www.ontherocks.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 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.giovannisrestaurant.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
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 THE COUSINS TRATTORIA A: 3 Barrack Street, CBD, Cape Town, T: +27 832739604. Mon to Fri 18.00 PM 22.00 PM, www.thecousinsrestaurant.com VILLA 47 Mon - Fri 6.30am to 10.30pm; Sat 9am to 10.30pm. 47 Bree Street. www.villa47.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 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 THE LOOKOUT DECK A: Harbour Road, Houtbay, T: 021 790 0900, www.thelookoutdeck.co.za WILLOUGHBY & CO A: V&A waterfront, T: 021 418 6115, www. willoughbyandco.co.za
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.
TAPAS FORK - A: 84 long St. T: 021 424 6334 www.fork-restaurants.co.za LA PARADA - A: 107 Bree Street, T: 021 424 2235 SUNDOO - Indian tapas & Bar. A: 77 Regent Road. T: 021 433 0542
THE AMERICAS 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 FRANKY’S DINER Dining in 50’s Style. A: 303 Main Road Sea Point. T: 021 433 0445. frankysdiner.co.za HUDSONS - The Burger Joint A: corner of Portswood & Somerset Rd, Green Point, T: 021 433 1496 JERRY’S BURGER BAR A: 123 Lower Main Road, Observatory. T: 021 447 8554. A: 5 Park Road, Gardens. T: 021 422 4415. A: 1 Athens Road, Bloubergstrand. T: 021 556 0852. A: Willowbridge Centre, 39 Carl Cronje Dr, Tyger Valley. T: 021 914 3883. A: 150 Main Road, Sea Point. T: 021 433 1700
For more info & reservations Tel: 021 790 0900, Fax: 021 790 0922, reservations@lookoutdeck.co.za Visit www.thelookoutdeck.co.za
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MAKING SENSE FOR BUSINESS One of the most common architectural idioms says ‘God is in the Details’. When it is successfully translated to structure and facilities it makes you feel content and comfortable with your surroundings. The Century City Hotel that is managed by the same star team of Joint CEO’s, Gary Koetser and Glyn Taylor, from the Century City Conference Centre, is a top class example of synergy that delivers a complete world for the current business traveler. It starts with avoiding the still s o often, unpleasant dragging of your trolley around a venue when the schedules of check-in and check-out times do not match your meetings and flight. It is resolved with the simple ingenuity of providing two luggage rooms. One in the conference center and the other, right next door, in the hotel. Who would have thought? It’s going on with the constant attendance of staff from all levels in the different public spaces. This allows flexibility and the accommodation of 20
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changing needs of delegates. It continues with plug in and charging points all around the public spaces, free, fast Wi-Fi and small offerings of old school elegant features with a current interpretation. Meaning, today’s relevant newspapers for those who need a rest from the screen, a first in South Africa all day takeaway Vida e’ Café automatic machine, a concierge that is equipped to protect you from rain or shine in case you didn’t pack for all options and friendly, well trained, young staff members that are instructed to find means for your needs. The rooms are designed to be comfortably shared by co-workers and colleagues. Enclosed bathrooms, double size working desk and open air closets built for the on-the-go traveler. The executive suites can be joined and secluded from the rest of the floor to answer needs of different entourages. The open plan ground floor offers diverse lounging and sitting options and flows from the reception area at the entrance to The Square Cafe
& Wine Bar. It goes from offering breakfast to hotel guests to setting a Harvest Table for lunch for both hotel residents and the many professionals that man the offices of the international companies in the surrounding buildings. It even includes a line of open space work station for those that have to catch up. In the middle of it all stands two extra pampering features. A bar that is stocked with a wide range of classical and newly crafted Gins from the thriving industry of small crafters in and around Cape Town and just alongside you’ll notice the Wine Bar, an enclosed space that stocks the finest wines the Western Cape has to offer, managed by a well-educated sommelier that makes sure to go the extra mile and provide less known vintages and distinctive wines from all regions and routes and even Halaal certified wine. To the pleasure of visitors and guests, the wine bar holds a specially imported preservation facility that enables them to serve 60% (!) of the wines in stock for tasting or by the glass from MCC’s (bubbly) all the way to late harvest special editions. Adding to the flare is a series of wine pairings that is open by pre-booking to both guests and the general public. The diversity and offers on the ground floor of the Century City Hotel is so vast that we promise a dedicated article to follow. Bear in mind that business persons needing a longer stay in the area can find the Manhattan Suites nearby and a second, like-minded business hotel is on the cards for the group. Century City Hotel.
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UP THE RIGHT SIDE Walking up the stairs from the street level in the east city, you get the feeling of being wrapped in mystery and promise. Once reaching the upper platform the dame still doesn’t give away all her secrets in one take. A friendly and attentive hostess behind an Art Deco desk leads you around one of the largest, most generous bar settings this city has to offer. Stretched over two walls, the L shaped bar is stocked with both classic offers and new comers on the international alcohol menu. Making sure the attentive service will escort your entire stay, the bar is manned by 7 to 10 bartenders each evening, leveling up to a supreme standard of service. The bar ends with the reveling of venues, the main space which offers a series of elevated lounges open and looking onto the center that includes some less formal seating and the stage area. As the evening heats up, furniture is removed, and dancing picks up. The overall design is a lush renovation, restoration and conservation of a fine Art Nouveau heritage building. Combining that with the attentive service a visitor is welcomed into an adult world of fun, friendliness and indulgence. The menu offers a wide range of tapas like servings in two different sizes to answer the varied needs of either bar sitting or night spending. Cocktails, served in large palm filling tumblers, are noticeable all around the venue.
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Open on Thursday and Friday from noon, it is a great option for a business meeting or a place to socialise with friends after a working week, putting it to rest and sliding gently into a blissful weekend.
sundowner spots HARBOUR SHIMMY BEACH CLUB - South Arm Road in the prestigious V&AHarbour Waterfront. Tel:021 200 7778, www.shimmybeachclub.com GRANGER BAY GRAND CAFÉ ON THE BEACH - Granger Bay Road, Tel: 021 425 0551, www.grandafrica.com MOUILLE POINT LILY’S - CORNER OF SURRY PLACE & BEACH ROAD. T: 021 204 8545. www.lilysrestaurant.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 SEA POINT MOJO MARKET - 30 Regent Road, www.mojomarket.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 LA PRADA DEL MAR - 35 Victoria Road, Tel: 021 286 2106, www.grandafrica.com THE BUNGALOW RESTAURANT & LOUNGE - 3 Victoria Road, Clifton, Tel: 021 438 2018. www.thebungalow.co.za OCEAN BLUE - 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 THE 41 - 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) 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
Taste De Grendel wines in a setting that Table Mountain smiles upon Nestled atop Tygerberg Hill, Just 20 minutes from the city, one of Cape Town’s oldest farms De Grendel has a magnificent centuries-old history within the Graaff family. Perfectly situated on high, sea-facing slopes overlooking unmatched vistas of Cape Town, De Grendel showcases Table Mountain, the city and the seaboard all in one landscape. Indulge in a gastronomical sensation by visiting our restaurant. Enjoy our contemporary Cape Town cuisine, designed to complement our range of De Grendel wines. We use classic, locally sourced ingredients and serve in creative flavour combinations with an inventive, modern edge. We also have a beautiful Tasting Lounge area set exclusively for wine tasting to truly indulge in the De Grendel experience. You can purchase De Grendel Wines direct from the De Grendel Tasting Room, Restaurant or from our online shop at www.degrendel.co.za and have your order delivered to your home. Tues - Sat Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30 Dinner: 19:00 – 21:30 Sun Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30 RESTAURANT: +27 21 558 7035 restaurant@degrendel.co.za TASTING ROOM: +27 21 558 6280 info@degrendel.co.za De Grendel Wine Estate, Plattekloof Road, Panorama, Cape Town, 7500, GPS: S 33°51.039’ E 018°34.276’
DURBANVILLE WINE ROUTE DE GRENDEL - An internationally accolated restaurant with swiping view over the bay of Cape Town. Serves contemporary Cape Town cuisine, designed to complement our range of De Grendel wines. Dinner menu includes both A La Carte and Food & Wine Pairing. The Food & Wine Pairing Menu needs to be booked ahead and starts no later than 19:00. Open Tuesday – Saturday for Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30 & Dinner: 19:00 to 21:30; Sunday Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30.
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of Cape Town. A calendar of seasonal events, specialty festivals and live music feature throughout the year. Every Saturday: 9:00 – 14:00. The old biscuit mill - 373 Albert road, Woodstock. www.neighbourgoodsmarket.co.za
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The Bay Harbour Market is truly a place where the creative energy and the vibrancy of South Africa comes alive! Situated in an old authentic fish factory in a working harbour, an eclectic stylish wonderland of exquisite art, craft and fashion awaits all visitors. Not to mention the delicious aromas of food to tempt all the senses. The market attracts a wide-ranging audience with a keen interest in all things home-grown and a consciousness for recycling!
Located at The Bay Harbour Market, this bohemian, Mother-Son clothing design duo evolved from personalized denim jackets to a full range, adding ponchos, kimonos and kaftans to their portfolio.
The Bay Harbour KWV Sound Stage is one of Cape Town’s most 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 varied sounds from across the country. Opening Times: Friday: 17:00-21:00, Saturday 9:30 - 16:00, Sunday: 9:30 - 16:00, 31 Harbour Road, Hout Bay. www.bayharbour.co.za MOJO MARKET Open 7 days a week and occupying an entire block on Sea Point’s main street, the market includes a large array of food vendors with flavors from all over the world. The market is open for sitting from 7:00 - 21:00 and offers un-interrupted view to the Beach Front.
The simplicity of design allows them to give value at reasonable prices. This is so we can all enjoy fashion as a form of self-expression without burning a hole in our pockets.
Small boutiques are laid across the market and offers art, crafts and fashion, all made locally by small producers. 30 Regent Road. www.mojomarket.co.za NEIGHBOURGOODS MARKET Features over a 100 specialty traders every Saturday. It is as much a source for locally produced farm fresh organic goods as it is a meeting point to enjoy like-minded communities, 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
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THE ORANJEZICH CITY FARM MARKET Held every Saturday at the historic Granger Bay site of the V&A waterfront, the OZCF market day is a fresh and friendly farmersstyle market for any independent local farmers and artisanal food producers. Customers can do their weekly food shopping (veg, fruit, bread, organic dairy, free-range eggs, honey, muesli etc) and encouraged to try out some of the delicious cooked and raw foods of offer. The OZCF ignites the inspiration about helping to build an alternative food system. Market Day is located at Granger Bay, V&A Waterfront (Next to The Lookout Event Venue). Every Saturday 9am to 2pm.
SERENDIPITOUS SUNDAYS SUNDAY LUNCH AT THE CELLARS-HOHENORT An incredible on-in-a-lifetime experience that that will leave you coming back for more. The fine dining experience is the perfect combination of fine local ingredients refined to its full potential. This family friendly atmosphere is one of the best locations in the Cape, both The Conservatory itself and the surroundings, set in one of the most beautiful private gardens in the Cape, now being cared of by the third generation of its original owners. Reservations at: 021 794 2137. www.collectionmcgrath.com SUNDAY LUNCH BUFFETS AT AZURE RESTAURANT IN THE 12 APOSTLES Gather friends and family to sit down to a deliciously generous traditional Sunday lunch buffet served in the luxurious Azure Restaurant at the 12 Apostles Hotel. Along with the relaxing live entertainment by lounge vocalist Jenie Oliver, this is a five star, gourmet dining experience is complete with impeccable service and a gastronomical experience that tantalises the senses. Soak up the sunshine on the terrace or settle down next to the cosy fireplace. Come rain or shine, Azure is the perfect venue for a long Sunday lunch. A la carte menu options are also available. R345 per person. Sundays 12:30- 15:30. Book at 021 437 9029. HARVEYS JAZZ BRUNCH AT WINCHESTER MANSIONS HOTEL Allow Harveys to treat you like royalty as you receive a complimentary Sunday Newspaper and a glass of bubbly on arrival. Enjoy live their live Jazz band while you indulge you taste buds with anything from eggs to sushi, to dessert and loads
more from the buffet table for only R320 R375 per person. For enquiries & bookings: 021 434 2351 or harveys@winchester.co.za MINT - A LAVISH WEEKLY SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH AT THE TAJ A magnificent way to start a day in the inner city. The local grill restaurant Mint offers full buffet brunch including sparkling wine. Guests can dive into an array of breakfast and mid-morning delights, savoury dishes or a Sunday roast from the Carvery. An additional kiddies menu is available for the little ones. From 11:30 to 14:00 - R395 per person. To book, please email restaurants. capetown@tajhotels.com BASCULE WHISKY, WINE & COCKTAIL BAR AT THE CAPE GRACE HOTEL On the water’s edge at Cape Town’s Waterfront, Bascule is the perfect setting to take in the sights and sounds of the busy marina. There are over 500 whiskies (local and international) to choose from and enjoy. For the curious and connoisseurs, Bascule also offers 3 Whisky Tastings: A Shared Experience (limited to 12 guests): R 350 per person, The Sommelier’s Choice: R1000 per person, and for the whisky enthusiast, a personal bespoke tasting that highlights unique, rare and premium whiskies from the Bascule collection. Tastings commence at 18h00 and are conducted Saturdays to Thursdays. Tastings are approximately 1 hour long and consist of a selection of 6 x 15ml whiskies, 3 of which will be paired with sweet and savoury appetizers. Bascule also has an impressive selection of the finest wines the has to offer. For bookings please call + 27 (021) 410 7099. WILD CLOVER FARM The sweeping Simonsberg mountains greets you as you are turn off the R304 and are welcomed in the gates of Wild Clover Farm. The old saying ‘to be in clover’ means to live a carefree life of ease, comfort and prosperity, and that is exactly what the farm lives up to. The beautiful setting, complimented with their country pub, an eatery, a micro-brewery and winery leaves no stone unturned. Activities include a seasonal weekend market, archery, clay pigeon shooting, fly fishing, a nearby wildlife sanctuary and kids zone. Tel: 021 865 2248. Trading Hours: Monday – Saturday: 08:00 – 22:00, Sundays: 08:00 – 17:00. On the R304, about 2 .5 km from the N1, towards Stellenbosch on the right hand (Cape Town) side of the road. www.wildclover.co.za for more info.
LOCAL BREWERIES CAPE BREWING COMPANY (CBC) CBC became a reality when the Swedish brewer, Henrik Dunge joined the team of two beer enthusiasts, Charles Back and
Andy Kung and helped to put their words into action to establish a brewery that makes beer as it should be made - in true craft style. They brew four core CBC brews - Pilsner, Lager, Krystal Weiss and Amber Weiss - as well as seasonal special editions. (Harvest Lager, Mandarina Bavaria, Oktoberfest, Imperial IPA & Red Weiss Trading Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00, Tastings close at 16:30. TASTING RATES: R30 for 4 beer tasters, R50 for 6 beer tasters. Spice Route wine estate, Suid-Agter Paarl Road. 021 863 2270 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. In addition to the four Founder Series beer, The Taproom is also the place to try some experimental beers, they also have a wine list and a few handcrafted liquors for those of you who would like something else. Durham Ave, Salt River Phone: 021 200 5818 Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday 12 noon to 11pm; Kitchen 12 noon to 10pm Visit www.devilspeakbrewing.co.za. TRIGGERFISH BREWERIES Each craft brewer and beer lover has a unique interpretation of what craft beer means to them. At Triggerfish Brewery, they’re highly vested in the quality of beer, and in true craft beer style, each individual beer brand is one of a kind. Taproom Hours: MON – THURS, 12:00 – 19:00; FRI, 12:00 - Late; SAT, 12:00 – 19:00. Intersection De Beers Avenue & Broadway Rd, Somerset West, 021 851-5861 WOODSTOCK BREWERY You can organize a tour and tasting or you can buy a pint and relax in the beer garden, both of which give you a view of their working brewery. Brewery hours: Tue- Thur 12:00- 19:00, Fri 12:00- 20:00, Sat 10:00- 15:00. For a full meal you’ll find the Woodstock Grill & Tap just next door. Open Mon- Sat 11:30- 22:00. 252 Albert Road, Woodstock, 021 447 0953. TUK- TUK MICROBREWERY The 250-litre capacity brewery makes it an authentic microbrewery experience on the main street of Fraschhoek. To compliment the dominant flavours of their beer, they serve a Mexican menu, varied and rich. Monday - Thursday 11:00 – 22:00 (kitchen closes at 21:30), Friday & Saturday 11:00 – 23:00 (kitchen closes at 22:30). Closed on Tuesdays in low season. 14 Huguenot Street, Franschhoek. Tel: 021 492 2207 Hello Cape Town September 2016 l
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Our Secret Season
Traditionally, international travelers rushed to South Africa to warm up in the sun escaping the harsh European and North American winter. Now, with the shift in travel movement, the growth and affordability of air travel and flexibility, tourists allow themselves to move away to the ‘vacancies’ season where you can join us for what was whispered for years as The Secret Season. As the Autumn rolls down the hills, the vines hibernate and the roads become quiet, locals start to experiment and explore their surrounds with prices once known only to them and combined offerings that needed insiders knowledge. It’s the best time to go on safari, as you’ll be met with glorious weather - days that average around 15 degrees - and animals that are easy to spot in the low-foliage winter bush. Most of the establishments also offer discounted rates and extras in their packages. May to November in Cape Town is perfect whale watching time, peaking in July and August when the babies are born. The Southern Right whale, which swims up from Antarctica, spends time in quiet bays like Hermanus, often frolicking close the shore. They are also visible to the naked eye off the shores of Kalk Bay and the Atlantic Seaboard in Cape Town while they lure the seal colonies off Hout Bay, Robben Island and Simons Town. And while in town, try a few of the superb restaurants. Even if you didn’t pre-booked there is a good chance of an open table. It is also a perfect time to revisit some you’ve been too before since most will offer a different menu that accommodates seasonal ingredients. What is considered to be ‘The Cherry on Top’ is the winter in the winelands. It is a time of pure indulgence. Hopping on and off the Franschhoek Wine Tram for tastings and dining at the best wine estates in this foodies heaven becomes a full day affair since no one rushes you to move along. Ticking more than one world class restaurant off your list during your stay is possible due to the low volume of visitors. Finally, longer stays at the most perfect boutique and estate hotels will unload your daily worries and fill you with serenity. With the harvest lying behind them, the wine fermenting and the vines soaking the terroir, many of the winemakers and estate owners are using this time to indulge in their work and share the love and knowledge with fellow enthusiasts. Look for the dinner with the estate owners, the tutored tastings with the winemaker and the vine walks with the viticulturist.
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The Franschhoek Wine Tram hop-on hop-off tour is one of the best ways to discover the true essence of the Franschhoek Valley – picturesque vineyards, breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines and a 300 year history. Passengers aboard the hop-on hop-off tour will experience a unique and leisurely way to see the Franschhoek Valley as they journey through rolling vineyards in an open-side tram and open-air tram-bus stopping in at some of South Africa’s oldest and most distinguished wine estates. A combination of tram and tram-bus transports passengers around a loop of stops allowing them to hop-off at each stop and experience the activities on offer, be it wine tasting, a cellar tour, lunch or simply a stroll through the vineyards and when they are ready, hop-on to continue the tour. The tour takes passengers right into the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, with a narration focusing on the history of Franschhoek and wine cultivation in the valley and unparalleled views of the valley and vineyards. Franschhoek Wine Tram currently offers five hop-on hop-off lines to choose from: Blue Line, Red Line, Yellow Line, Green Line and Purple Line. Each visiting eight wine estates and showcasing a separate part of the Franschhoek Valley.
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GRANDE PROVENCE HERITAGE WINE ESTATE
Grande Provence wears her 300-year history with dignity. A haven of tranquillity with gentle vistas of the Franschhoek Valley, this is winelands hospitality at its finest. Exceptional wines, perfection on a plate at The Restaurant, French inspired picnics, luxury country accommodation, and an eclectic collection of contemporary South African art complete the experience. Welcoming, attentive staff make the secluded Owner’s Cottage and La Provençale Villa in the Vineyards a rejuvenating private retreat. Special Heartland rates apply during winter months. EXPERIENCES Cellar tours & tastings Lunch & dinner à la carte Picnics & private dining Luxury accommodation Art gallery & shop Tel: +27 (0)21 876 8600 • Email: reservations@grandeprovence.co.za • www.grandeprovence.co.za Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate
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SOLMS-DELTA WINE ESTATE
At Solms-Delta we celebrate what it means to be South African. The food, the people, the music and, of course, the wine. And by telling the stories of where we come from and sharing ownership and profits equally with our workers, we bring a sense of pride, belonging and ownership to those who have, for generations, called our historic farm home. Solms-Delta is open seven days a week 363 days a year. We are closed on Christmas Day and New Years Day. FACILITIES: Fyndraai Restaurant - Open daily. Tasting room, 7 days a week, 9AM - 5PM Deli, Picnic, Dik Delta Culinary Garden Museums - Experience our history
Tel: + 27 (0)21 874 3937 • Email: info@solms-delta.co.za • www.solms-delta.co.za Solms-Delta Wine Estate Allee Bleue - 021 874 1021 Boschedal - 021 870 4200 Babylonstoren - 021 863 3852 Chamonix - 021 876 8426 Dieu Donné Vineyards - 021 876 2493
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Address: Solms-Delta, Delta Road Off the R45, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek Valley
Eikehof - 021 876 2469 Franschhoek Cellar - 021 876 2086 Grande Provence - 021 876 8600 Holden Manz - 021 876 3173 La Bourgogne - 021 876 3245
La Bri - 021 876 2593 La Couronne - 021 876 3939 Leopard’s Leap - 021 867 8002 Le Lude - 021 100 3464 Maison - 021 876 2116
Mont Rochelle - 021 876 2770 Noble Hill - 021 874 3844 Plaisir De Merle - 021 874 1072 Rickety Bridge - 021 876 2129
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It’s not all about wine in the Winelands but it definitely adds to any leisure activity. Here are some for this month: Eikendal Wine Estate
Yoga and Wine, 5 May and first Saturday of every month at Canto Wines in Durbanville Hero Night Series: 3km, 5km & 10km trail run + 10km & 20km MTB. 4 May at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate, Paarl
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Vineyard Walks in two clearly marked routes to follow and Fly fishing at Eikendal Wine Estate.
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Boschendal offers horse, pony and carriage rides, bike rentals and garden walks amongst other things. The big garden at Babylonstoren is 3.5 hectares (8 acres) of cultivated fruit, vegetables, green design and sculptures. Download the app for a tutored walk. There is a certain kind of magic in this garden each season. Rhebokskloof Wine Estate
WORLD CLASS RESTAURANTS CONSTANTIA LA COLOMBE A: Silvermist Wine Estate, Constantia Main Rd, T: 021 795 0125, www.lacolombe.co.za MYOGA A: 60 Colinton Road, At the Vineyard Hotel and Spa, Newlands, T: 021 657 4545, www.myoga.co.za THE GREENHOUSE & THE CONSERVATORY AT THE CELLARS-HOHENORT T: 021 795 6226, www.collectionmcgrath.com FRANSCHHOEK DISH AT LE FRANSCHHOEK A: 16 Minor road, T: 021-876 8900, www.lefranschhoek.co.za BABEL RESTAURANT A: Babylonstoren wine estate, R45, Simondium, T: 021 863 3852, www.babylonstoren.com CAFE BONBON A: La Petite Dauphine Guest Farm, Excelsior Road, T: 021 876 3936, www.lapetite.co.za
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CAFÉ DES ARTS A: Reservoir Street West (Behind the FNB) T: 021 876 2952, www.cafedesarts.co.za
LE BON VIVANT A: 22 Dirkie Uys Street T: 021 876 2717, www.lebonvivant.co.za
COSECHA RESTAURANT A: Noble Hill wine estate, R45, T: 021 874 3844, www.cosecharestaurant.com
MIKO RESTAURANT A: Mont Rochelle Hotel, Dassenberg Road, T: 082 948 1209, www.virginlimitededition.com
DUTCH EAST RESTAURANT A: 42 Huguenot Street T: 021 876 3547, www.dutcheast.co.za
MONNEAUX RESTAURANT A: Huguenot (Main) Road T: 021 876 3386, www.monneaux.co.za
FOLIAGE RESTAURANT A: 11 Huguenot Road T: 021 876 2328, www.foliage.co.za
ORANGERIE A: Le Lude winery, Bowling Green Avenue (Lambrechts Rd), T: 087 754 9926, www.lelude.co.za
FRANSCHHOEK KITCHEN A: Holden Manz Wine Estate, Green Valley Rd, T: 021 876 2729, holdenmanz.com GRANDE PROVENCE ESTATE – The Restaurant T: 021 876 8600, www.grandeprovence.co.za
PIERNEEF A LA MOTTE A: La Motte wine estate, Main Road T: 021 876 8800, www.la-motte.com RACINE A: Chamonix Farm, Uitkyk Street T: 021 876 2393, www.chamonix.co.za
LA PETITE COLOMBE A: Cnr Huguenot St. and Berg St. T: +27 21 202 3395, www.lacolombe.co.za
REUBEN’S A: No 2 Daniel Hugo Rd, T: 021 876 3772 www.reubens.co.za
LA PETITE FERME A: Lambrechts Rd, T: 021 876 3016, www.lapetiteferme.co.za
RYAN’S KITCHEN A: 1, Place Vendome, Huguenot Rd T: 021 876 4598, www.ryanskitchen.co.za
THE FRENCH CONNECTION A: 48 Huguenot Rd, T: 021 876 4056, www.frenchconnection.co.za THE KITCHEN A: Maison Wine estate, R45, T: 021 876 2116, www.maisonestate.co.za PAARL BOSMAN’S A: Grande Roche hotel, Plantasie Street & Constantia Street, T: 021 863 5100, granderoche.com HARVEST RESTAURANT A: Laborie Wine Farm, Taillefer T: 021 807 3390, www.laboriewines.co.za LUST BISTRO & BAKERY A: Intersection R45 & Klapmuts Rd, SimondiumT: 021 874 1456 STELLENBOSCH 95 AT MORGENSTER A: Vergelegen Avenue, Off Lourensford Road, Somerset West, T: 021 204 7048, 95atmorgenster.com 96 WINERY ROAD A: Zandberg Farm, Winery Road, Off the R44 between Stellenbosch and Somerset West, T: 021 842 2020, www.96wineryroad.co.za AVONTUUR RESTAURANT A: Avontuur Estate, R44, Somerset West. T: 021 855 4296, www.avontuurestate.co.za CAMPHORS A: Vergelegen wine estate, Camphors at Vergelegen, T: 021 847 1346, www.vergelegen.co.za CUVÉE A: Simonsig Wine Estate, Kromme Rhee Road, Koelenhof, T: 021 888 4932, www.simonsig.co.za DELAIRE GRAFF ESTATE RESTAURANT & INDOCHINE A: Helshoogte Rd T: 021 885 8160, www.delaire.co.za JORDAN RESTAURANT A: Stellenbosch Kloof Rd T: 021 881 3441, www.jordanwines.com TERROIR A: Kleine Zalze estate, Strand RoadT: 021 880 8167, www.kleinezalze.co.za TOKARA Restaurant A: Helshoogte Rd, T: 021 885 2550, tokararestaurant.co.za WATERKLOOF A: Sir Lowry’s Pass Road, Somerset West, T: 021 858 1292, www.waterkloofwines.co.za
WINE CENTRES AND SHOPS 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 route of the Stellnbosch wine routes). Open Mon-Fri: 9:00 - 18:00, Sat: 9:00 - 17:00, Sun: 10:00 - 14:00, A: Bottelary Rd, Stellenbosch, T: 021 865 2955, www.bhwc.co.za DIE BERGKELDER The Wine Centre offers all day tastings, with specialists on hand to offer interesting facts about their wines, whiskies, brandies and fortified wines from around the Cape Winelands. It is also the home of the Vinoteque, a wine bank that houses a superb selection of premium, well-matured wines, cellared under optimal conditions, and delivered door-to-door on request. Open times: 09:00 to 18:00 on weekdays and 09:00 to16:00 on Saturdays. A: George Blake St, Stellenbosch, T: 021 809 8025, bergkelder.co.za KWV WINE EMPORIUM Spread over 22 hectares, the KWV cellar complex in Paarl is one of the largest in the World and offers a broad portfolio of products, including sparkling wines, natural wines, fortified wines, liqueurs and brandies. Open times: Monday to Saturday (incl. public holidays): 9:00 - 16:30, Sunday 11:00 - 16:00. A: Kohler St, Paarl, T: 021 807 3007, www.kwvwineemporium.co.za THE FRANSCHHOEK CELLAR Sophisticated tasting venue housing several wine brands and offering various eating options. A full experience for the whole family with food offered next to the wine tasting options. Opening times: Mon to Thurs 10:00 - 18:00 (Kitchen closes 16:00), Friday 10:00- 21:00 (Kitchen closes 19:00), Sat 10:00- 18:00 (Kitchen closes 17:00), Sun 10:00 - 18:00 (Kitchen closes 16:00). A: R45 Franschhoek Main Rd, T: 021 876 2086, thefranschhoekcellar.co.za WINE VILLAGE – Hermanus Representing more than 700 South African wine producers all wine lovers are spoiled for choice. Excellent service, quality products and they have more than 15 years’ experience in shipping wine worldwide. Opening times: Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 18:00, Saturday: 09:00 – 17:00,
Sunday: 10:00 – 15:00. Open public holidays. A: R43, Hermanus, T: 028 316 3988, www.winevillage.co.za
MARKETS IN THE WINELANDS BLAAUWKLIPPEN FAMILY MARKET A range of stalls from fresh produce and homemade products to crafts and plants. There is also live music. Blaauwklippen wine estate- R44, Stellenbosch. Open every Sunday 10:00 to 15:00. FRANSCHHOEK VILLAGE MARKET Local Food & Craft Market, craft beers, antiques and local wines. Every Saturday 9:00 – 14:00 under the trees of the Church hall in Franschhoek LOURENSFORD HARVEST MARKET A vast variety of fresh produce and an array of craft and art stalls to browse through. A specialised children programs running every week and dogs are welcome too. Lourensford wine estate - Somerset West is open every Friday 17:00 - 21:00 and Sunday from 10:00 - 15:00. ROOT 44 A vast range of hand-picked antiques, gorgeous children’s clothing, funky t-shirts, jewellery, homeware, leather goods and various other arts. Food stalls offer local winelands tastes and representatives from around the globe. Non-stop entertainment for both kids and adults. Audacia Wines, Corner of R44 & Annandale Road, Stellenbosch, Open every Saturday & Sunday 10:00 – 16:00. ‘SLOW MARKET’ at Oude Libertas From farm to fork - Proudly produced locally -Foods which are grown, raised, harvested or transformed by the producers themselves. Oude Libertas road, Stellenbosch. Open every Saturday 09:00 -14:00 VERGENOEGD FAMILY MARKET Every Saturday kicks off at 8:00 with the Vergenoegd family breakfast run or walk. A light bite will be available to order after the run whilst relaxing and enjoying the Duck Parade at 09:45. Walk friendly, pram friendly, dog on a leash friendly and kiddies bike friendly. The Market at Vergenoegd has a array of homemade goods. Fresh food, preserves and amazing bakes. Vergenoegd Wine Estate, Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch. Every Saturday 10:00 - 16:00 Hello Cape Town May 2018 l
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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 New 7 Wonders 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, landscaped 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. FREE GARDEN WALKS AT KIRSTENBOSCH The Botanical Society’s volunteer Garden guides, who are brimming with amazing knowledge and insights into the Garden, lead FREE guided walks around the Garden. Walks are all slightly different as they are tailored to meet the need and interests of each group and highlight seasonal interest in the Garden. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Walks are free but garden entrance fee applies. Monday - Friday: Leaving from Gate 1 (Visitors Centre): 90 minute walks at 10:00, 11:00 and 14:00 Leaving from Gate 2 (Garden Centre): 90 minute walks at 11:00 Saturday: Leaving from Gate 1 (Visitors Centre): 90 minute walks at 10:00 Leaving from Gate 2 (Garden Centre): 90 minute walks at 10:00
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Operating Hours: Sept-Mar (Summer) Mon-Sun: 08:00-19:00, Apr-Aug (Winter) Mon-Sun: 08:00-18:00, Conservatory 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 inraising 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. 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 capepoint.co.za for more.
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 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. 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.org.za
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 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 friendly, welcoming people. For more info: Tel: 021 876 3603, www.franschhoek.org.za
PAARL WINE ROUTE Paarl offers historical charm, culture, architectural heritage, wine and fruit farms, breath-taking scenery and many cycling and nature trails. The magnificent countryside, good wines and friendly people welcome you to a town where a feeling of tranquillity still transcends modern day living. The Paarl Wine Route offers visitors a diverse wine and
country living experience. From the large international wine companies to the small micro-producers who share the passion to produce quality wines with a sense of place to give pleasure to the lovers of wine. For more info: Tel: 021 872 0860 www.paarlonline.com or www.paarlwine.co.za
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 Robertson Wine on the River in October (www.wineonriver.com). For more info: Tel: 023 626 3167, www. robertsonwinevalley.com
STELLENBOSCH WINE ROUTE 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. For more info: Tel: 021 883 3584, www.wineroute.co.za
WELLINGTON WINE ROUTE Halfway between the bright lights of Cape Town and the statuesque mountains of the Western Cape, lies the hidden valley of Wellington, full of surprises and variety, heart and soul. The Berg river flows along the western border with two smaller streams, the 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 thehinterland with their oxen and theirwagons. For more info call 021 873 4604/8, or visit www.wellington.co.za
IMIZAMO YETHU TOWNSHIP WALKING TOUR
The new R985 tour package includes an Imizamo Yethu township walking tour in Hout Bay, a 3 course meal at The LookOut Deck, one of Cape Town’s leading seafood restaurants, wine tasting at the finest wine estate in Cape Town, Cape Point Vineyard and a scenic drive along Chapmans Peak Drive with breathtaking views at both the beginning and end of the journey. Each tour is conducted by a professional tour operator and seats up to 8 people in a private, luxury van and promises personalized service. Transport from and to accommodation can be arranged on request. CHAMPMANS PEAK DRIVE
TOWNSHIP
DURATION: +/- 40min Departs from Stop 23 on the Mini Peninsula Tour
Buy ticket from bus driver, or at Stop 1 & 5. Tours start from the office on the full hour & half hour. *SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY*
You will be accompanied back to the next Mini Peninsula Tour Bus. THE LOOKOUT DECK
CAPE POINT VINEYARDS
Contact Patrick on 083 485 8653 or email mawamba@gmail.com. Booking in advance is essential. *Subject to availability*
made in south africa WOMEN’S WEAR ALEXANDRA HÖJER ATELIER. Feminine clothing using mainly natural fibers. 156 Bree Street. www.alexandrahojer.com DANIELLE MARGAUX. A fashion house that offers a high-fashion, clothing design and manufacture service. 6 Bird Street, Montegray House, Stellenbosch. www.daniellemargaux.co.za GABRIELLE SWIMWEAR 7 Ravesncraig Road, Woodstock www.gabrielleswimwear.com HABITS. Fashion for real women. 1 Cavendish Close, Cavendish Street, Claremont. www.habits.co.za HENDRIK VERMEULEN COUTURE. Immerse yourself into a world of vintage charm, timeless elegance and dramatic grandeur. 73 Buitengracht Street. www.hendrikvermeulen.com KLUK CGDT. High fashion, impeccable style, graceful designs, and perfect understanding of the female form and demur. 47 Bree Street. klukcgdt.com LALESSO. Ethical, eco, sustainable clothing and swimwear. www.lalesso.com LEIGH SCHUBERT. Exclusive elegance. www.leighschubert.com
A Cape Town art gallery featuring a wide and diverse selectionof works by leading South African contemporary artists
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MEMEME. Stocks the best of ready to wear South African designers. 117a Long Street. www.mememe.co.za MICHELLE LUDEK. At the Watershed, V&A waterfront. www.michelleludek.co.za MUNGO & JEMIMA. Brilliant women’s fashion designers. You’ll always find there something you must have. 108 Long Street & at The Watershed, V&A Waterfront. www.mungoandjemima.com STEFANIA MORLAND. Unique, playful pieces that remain classic and timeless. 153 Kloof St, Gardens. www.stefaniamorland.com TAKE CARE. A womenswear label. 73 Kloof Street, Gardens. www.takecareclothing.com TART. Leisure wear. Youthful and energetic. 6 Lower Scott Road, Observatory. www.tartclothing.co.za
MEN’S WEAR ADRIAN KUITERS. Tailored men clothing. 73 Kloof Street, Gardens. www.adriaankuiters.com BLUECOLLARWHITECOLLAR. Carefully made garments with a fantastic fit. Lifestyle on Kloof, Gardens. www.bluecollarwhitecollar.co.za
FABIANI. Bespoke menswear. fabiani.co.za MAXHOSA BY LADUMA. Traditional Xhosa motives made into wearable knits. 34 Long Street. Visit www.maxhosa.co.za for more. SHAKUR OLLA. A luxury goods and ready to wear couture menswear designer. 34 Somerset Rd, Green Point. www.shakurolla.com SMITH & ABRAHAMS. Mens nostalgic street wear. 103 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock. XIPIXI. A lifestyle fashion brand specialized in elegant garments and accessories for gentlemen. www.xipixi-official.com ASHANTI. Contemporary African Designs. 77 on Kloof Street, Gardens, Cape Town. www.ashantidesign.com
ACCESSORIES & DESIGN BLACK BETTY Jewellery is sourced or designed and then hand-crafted to give it its own signature style. Black Betty Showroom, 53 Wale Street. www.blackbettydesign.com COCO LI BOUTIQUE. Locally sourced fashion & accessories. Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, Somerset Road. www.cocoli.co.za KAROO CLASSIC. Ostrich, Leather & Mohair goods. Shortmarket Street. Open Mon-Sat. MERCHANT ON LONG. Contemporary fashion, art & homewear. 34 Long Street.www.merchantsonlong.com
MISSIBABA Localy design & produced bags. 229 Bree Street. Visit missibaba.com MR & MRS A treasure trove of clothes, accessories and homeware. 98 Kloof Street, Gardens. Visit www.mrandmrs.co.za for more. MUNGO Design, weave and make a wide range of home ware products including table linens, bedding, throws, apparel and more. 78 Hout Street. www.mungo.co.za PICHULIK African inspired, handcrafted, statement pieces. F36/f37 Watershed
LEATHER GOODS DESIGNERS CHIMPEL Handmade clutches and accessories made with soft, natural and exotic leather. www.chimpel.co.za
1st Floor, Maxton Centre 354 Albert Road, Woodstock Phone: +27 (0)21 426 2475 Fax: +27(0)21 426 0860 Email: info@streetwires.co.za
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.
DARK HORSE Furniture, handbags & accessories for the urban professional. www.dark-horse.co.za ELS & CO Fine Leather Craftsmen offering classic good for the outdoor men. www.elsfineleather.com FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT A line of bags, accessories and footwear for young adults. www.freedomofmovement.co.za IKHAYAELITE A combination of fashion & travel bags. www.ikhayaelite.shopstar.co.za ILUNDNI Ladies envelope bags & clutches. www.ilundi.co.za JEKYLL & HIDE Wallets, purses and business bags and classic fine shoes. www.jekyllandhide.co.za Continue reading on page 42...
Cape Quarter Square 27 Somerset Road Green Point, Cape Town
Tel: 021 4213333 Just a few minutes away from the Waterfront, Cape Town CBD, Cape Town stadium, Convention Centre and the Atlantic seaboard EMAIL:
carmel@global.co.za Visit
www.carmelart.co.za for more info
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KAT VAN DUINEN www.katvanduinen.com
JINGER JACK A wide range of classic and modern designs to accommodate a wide variety of needs for the person on the go. www.jingerjack.co.za KAT VAN DUINEN A luxury handbags designer. www.katvanduinen.com LEATHER AND SUEDE Jackets and accessories for both genders. www.leatherandsuede.co.za MATSIDISO SHOES - Each pair of Matsidiso shoes is an original, hand crafted product, ethically made by happy hearts and hands in Cape Town. Visit matsidiso.com ROWDY Ladies handbags. www.rowdybags.com RUST & REVENGE Ladies handbags. www.rustandrevenge.co.za SKINZ From raw skins to bags and accessories. www.skinzleather.co.za
URBAN AFRICA ATELIER www.urbanafrica.co.za
THE BURGANDY COLLECTIVE Day to day, professionals and adventurers goods. www.burgundycollective.com URBAN AFRICA ATELIER Bags and accessories for the urbanist. www.urbanafrica.co.za WOLF & MAIDEN Artisan bags, backpacks, wallets and belts. za.wolfandmaiden.com WOODHEADS Iconic Cape Town establishments that holds everything related to leather and old charm. www.woodheads.co.za
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EDGE 29 Vredenburg Lane
EDGE Glass gallery, Cape glass studio. 29 Vredenburg Lane, off top of Long Street. Open Tuesday - Friday. www.capeglassstudio.com IMISO Distinctive clay art. 373- 375 Albert Rd, Woodstock. www.imisoceramics.co.za
AT THE WATERSHED Home to more than 150 tenants who represent over 365 brands.
THE WATERSHED V & A Waterfront, 17 Dock Rd
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A vast selection of products can be found there from ceramics and furniture to textiles, fashion and jewellery. This vibrant part of the V&A Waterfront is not only a place to shop. The Watershed is located on Dock Road, next to the Two Oceans Aquarium and is open daily from 10h00 - 18h00. V & A Waterfront, 17 Dock Rd Tel: +27 21 408 7600. www.waterfront.co.za/Shop/watershed
cape town museums MUSEUMS IN THE WINELANDS FRANSCHHOEK MOTOR MUSEUM
AIR FORCE MUSEUM
IRMA STERN MUSEUM
Monday & Tuesday : by appointment only; Wedsday - Friday: 8:00 - 15:00; Saturday: 8:30 - 12:00.
The home and studio of Irma Stern, a renowned South African artist.
A special opportunity to look back at more than 100 years of motoring history.
This is an active Air Force base. All visitors must produce an ID or Passport.
Open Tuesday - Friday 10:00 - 17:00; Saturday 10:00 -14:00; closed on public holidays.
L’Ormarins wine estate, R45, Franschhoek.
Piet Grobler St, Ysterplaat Airbase.
25 Cecil Rd, Rosebank.
GROOT CONSTANTIA MANOR HOUSE
BO-KAAP MUSEUM
KOOPMANS- DE WET HOUSE
Showcases local Islamic culture and heritage.
This house museum is furnished as a home for a well-to-do Cape family during the late 18th Century.
The oldest wine-producing estate of South Africa. Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00. Groot Constantia Estate, Constantia.
Mondays to Saturdays from 10:00 to 17:00.
HESS ART COLLECTION
71 Wale Street.
The art gallery houses a collection of contemporary, pop and modern art by South African artists. Open Monday – Sunday from 10:00 – 16:00. Glen Carlou wine estate, Simondium Road, Klapmuts, Paarl. MUSEUM VAN DE CAAB A voice to the individual indigenous and slave people who have lived and worked on the farm from pre-colonial times to the present. Open 7 days a week, from 09:00 to 17:00. Solms-Delta, Delta Road, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek. THE AFRIKAANSE TAALMONUMENT The Afrikaans Language Museum honours those that played an important part in the process to recognise Afrikaans as an official language of writing and reading.
CAPE TOWN SCIENCE CENTRE More than 250 interactive exhibits and puzzles. Monday to Saturday 9:00 – 16:30; Sundays & Public Holidays 10:00 – 16:30 370B Main Rd, Observatory.
DISTRICT SIX MUSEUM
Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00. 35 Strand Street.
MARITIME CENTRE Features an overview of shipping in Cape Town, and the earliest existing model of Table Bay harbour. Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00. 1st Floor, Union-Castle House, Dock Road, V&A Waterfront.
The District Six Museum works with the memories of this specific District experience and with that of forced removals more generally.
PLANETARIUM & DIGITAL DOME
25A Albertus St & Buitenkant Street.
Shows Daily. Closed On Mondays for research.
Interactive exhibition, educational movies and exploring our sky.
HEART OF CAPE TOWN MUSEUM
25 Queen Victoria Street.
Open: Mon to Sun 08:00 –17:00 (Apr. to Oct.) 08:00–20:00 (Nov. to Mar.) Gabbema Doordrift Street, Paarl Mountain.
The birthplace of the first ever human heart transplant.
RUST EN VREUGD
THE RUPERT MUSEUM
7 days a week. Guided tours start at 9:00, 11:00, 13:00 & 15:00.
The unique private art collection of Anton and Huberte Rupert. Over 350 works of contemporary South African art from the period 1940 to 1970.
Specially pre-arranged tour is available at 17:00.
Open Mon - Sat: 10:00 – 16:00. Stellentia Rd, Stellenbosch.
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Groote Schuur Hospital, Groote Schuur Dr, Observatory.
Houses the William Fehr collection: works of art on paper (watercolours, prints and drawings). Due to the sensitive nature of artworks on paper, only a selection of works is on exhibition. Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00. 78 Buitenkant Street.
SLAVE LODGE
and T-shirts printed yesterday.
From human wrongs to human rights, exhibitions on the lower level of this museum explore the long history of slavery in South Africa.
Daily from 10:00 to 17:00.
Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00.
SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL GALLERY
Corner Adderley and Wale Streets.
South Africa’s premier art museum.
SOCIAL HISTORY CENTRE Houses indigenous cultural material from southern Africa, artefacts from the colonial period of the Cape, including maritime and historical archaeology, as well as collections of world ceramics, furniture, coins and textiles, among others. Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00. 17 Church Square.
SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH MUSEUM A tribute and detailed account of one of the great Jewish communities of the diaspora.
25 Queen Victoria Street.
Daily from 10:00 to 17:00. Government Avenue, Company’s Garden.
THE SPRINGBOK EXPERIENCE - SA RUGBY MUSEUM Honouring the Springboks and South African rugby. Tuesday - Sunday from 9:00 to 17:00. Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront.
WILLIAM FEHR COLLECTION AT THE CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE
Open Sunday to Thursday.10:00 - 17:00; Friday 10:00 - 14:00.Photo ID required at entry. 88 Hatfield Street, Gardens.
Daily from 09:30 to 15:30.
SOUTH AFRICAN MUSEUM
ZEITZ MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY MODERN AFRICAN ART (MOCAA).
There are also stone tools made by people 120 000 years ago, traditional clothes from the last century,
MUSEUM HOURS Sunday to Thursday: 10am - 5pm, Friday: 10am - 2pm Closed Saturdays and Jewish Holidays Open Public Holidays
Walking Tours Three daily Walking Tours at 8:50 am or 11am or at 2 pm. All tours start on the corner of Shortmarket and Burg Street (Green Market Square). Look out for the GREEN UMBRELLAS!! The free tours run 365 days a year come rain or shine - and no booking needed. Just show up and we will be there... Free Tours by Foot Beautiful tours at 11 am, 2pm and 4:20pm is a free one and a half hour historic tour of Cape Town City Centre #FreeToursCapeTown
Contained in the collection is a wealth of historical information concerning the peoples and landscapes of early colonial South Africa.
Houses more than one and a half million specimens of scientific importance. The collections now range from fossils almost 700-million years old to insects and fish caught last week.
Cape Town
Collects, preserves, researches, and exhibits twenty-first century art from Africa and its Diaspora and hosts international exhibitions. Open Daily 9:00 - 18:00.
2 pm is a free one and a half hour tour of beautiful Bo-Kaap with the different coloured houses. They give you a great tour and at the end you decide how much it was worth to you. The tour guides work on a tips alone basis meaning you can be sure they will deliver an excellent job every single day of the year. 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. All guides are local, certified, and they love Cape Town.
Visit www.nielsentours.co.za for more
V&A Waterfront, Silo District, S Arm Road.
Situated in the Museum Mile in central Cape Town, the South African Jewish Museum offers visitors a truly unique experience with its bold architectural design, interactive multi-media displays and truly engaging accounts of South African Jewish history.
COST Adults: SA Pensioners: Students (Under 12 years): Students (Over 12 years):
R60.00 R30.00 FREE R30.00
88 Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town
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wildlife all year around Welcome to Cape Town! South Africa’s melting pot of cultures, languages and bountiful festivities around every corner. Not only Cape Town home to Natural World Heritage Sites, the 7th Wonder of the World and one of the world’s most renowned botanical gardens, but a vibrant city with exquisite museums & galleries, phenomenal dining and coffee shops galore – let’s not forget ‘Truth Coffee’ voted best in the world. With all these opportunities around you, why not indulge in the many options? Take a truly ‘African safari’ or wet your feet shark diving? Alternatively, simply relax and tan on the soft sands of the famous Clifton beaches. With the skyward mountains, sun-kissed beaches of Camps bay, lush-green forests of Tokai & Newlands, Cape Town has something to anyone.
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recommended wildlife must-dos CAPE FUR SEALS
Loving known as the ‘dogs of the sea’ for their sweet nature and playful frolicking, the Cape Fur Seals naturally occur on islands around SA and are found nowhere else in the world. Duiker island is home to over 6000 seals who love to sun themselves about on the rocks and audibly snort and grunt at one another, bobbing in the swell while keeping an eye out for fish to eat. They’re mostly brown, but shades vary from caramel to dark chocolate. The pups are born black and slowly grow lighter. These water-logged dogs are inquisitive and friendly when in the water, and will often ‘escort’ scuba divers and snorkelers – but a word of caution: on land they are far less relaxed and tend to panic when people come near them, so rather keep your distance. While the local fishermen may complain about the mischievous bunch, they are a pleasure to watch as they dance in in the water, jouncing along the boat and will often hold a flipper held high to give you
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high-5. The seals are on the island all year around, however are most active and abundant in the heat of Cape Town’s summer. So beat the heat and climb on board one of Drumbeat Charters’ cruises. Not to forget, you can also spot these pups at Robben Island (Dutch for ‘seal island’) You are guaranteed to encounter pod of Cape Furs cavorting about.
AFRICAN PENGUINS Boulders Beach near Simon’s Town is arguably one of the most beautiful spots in Cape Town – not simply for the venerable granite boulders, crashing crystal-blue waves and the silky white sands, but it’s tiny tuxedoed locals! The African penguins (fondly known as jackass penguins, because of the braying sounds they make) established their colony 1983 and remains the only place in the world where one can get up-close to African penguins. Boulders itself consists of 3 pristine beaches, 1 penguin viewing area and 3 boardwalks. The boardwalks are placed as a measure to allow for viewing of these marvellous birds, whilst keeping them safe from poking fingers and irresponsible behaviour of people, so please be sure to stay on the boardwalks at all times within the viewing area. Please take care not to touch or feed the penguins – they may look cute and cuddly but their beaks are as razor sharp and if they feel threatened they have no qualms about nipping a finger or nose! You should be able to see the fancily dressed fellows throughout the year - but for a real treat, try to visit in January when the juvenile birds are moulting on the beach. Of course Beach space depends on the tides, so make sure to come at low tide and visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Note, there is limited parking, so arrive early during peak Summer months! Boulders Visitor Centre: +27(0) 21 786 2329 - Adults: R65 Kids: R35 Operating Hours: 7 days a week Dec – Jan: 07h00 – 07h30 Feb – April: 08h00 -18h30 May – Sept: 08h00 – 17h00 Oct – Nov: 08h00 – 18h30
SHARK CAGE DIVING Looking for a heart-pumping adrenalinespiking experience? Why not swim with the Atlantic’s most ferocious fish in the Great
White Shark capital of the world Gansbaai? Walk, or rather, swim on the on the wild side with a life-changing experience you will most certainly never forget. Shark diving in can be divided into 2 main seasons: High season - May to October: this the best time to see Great White sharks as the visibility is good and shark activity escalates. Low season: January to March, however shark activity still continues and you have a good chance of spotting these majestic creatures. To avoid disappointment, we recommend that you call the company and ask about their current shark sighting and/or schedule a few days before. As a heads up, it’s a stunning boat ride out with the pros wherein 4/5 people jump in the cage at one time upon a sighting. Although the water temperature may shock you more than the shark, the adrenaline will warm you up quickly! Although nothing beats a genuine face-toface encounter with a Great White, there is also the option to either just tag along for the boat ride or see the phenomenal show from the upper deck of the boat – don’t forget those cameras!
CHACMA BABOONS If you have taken a road trip along the coastal road, you will have bound to bump into a troop or two of some furry primates lolling about foraging, playing or fussing over one another - A human society in miniature, the Chacma baboons in the Cape Of Good Hope Park are truly interesting and uniquelot to observe. What makes this particular large collection of 6 troops unique is during the low tide they may be found roaming the beaches feeding on sand hoppers and shellfish - a very unusual behaviour for primates as their diet mainly consists of fruits, roots, bulbs, insects and scorpions. Watching this bunch can be very rewarding - but do so from a discreet distance. Please don’t get out of your car and leave it open, especially if you have food inside. Keep your windows mostly up and even your doors locked as these quick and agile baboons have been known to jump into cars and steal food, bags and any loose items! The dominant males have especially large teeth and a dangerous (and painful) bite. Do not feed these animals because this leads to problem behaviour from these highly intelligent primates. These primates are also notorious for their destructive behaviour and if conditioned to receive food may have to be eliminated for public safety. The Chacma baboon troops on the Cape peninsula are the only protected population of the species in the world due to human activity and interaction. Here are some do’s and don’ts: • DO keep a safe distance from baboons • DO move away slowly if a baboon approaches you • DO takes pictures from the safety of your vehicle or a safe distance
• DO NOT display food when baboons are visible • DO NOT tease or agitate the baboons • DO NOT open the windows or doors of your car when baboons are present • DO NOT feed baboons. You will be fined
big 5 safaris
Who comes to South Africa and doesn’t go on a safari? A literal bucket-list experience, we have two breath-taking game reserves we recommend that will not only give you the opportunity to see the exclusive Big-5, other wildlife and flora, but an experience you will take home with you and cherish forever:
AQUILA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Aquila’s four-star cottages are built largely from rock, thatch and wood to blend with the environment and offer every comfort like roaring log fires, wooden viewing decks, air conditioning, crisp percale linen, rock bathrooms and, in some, alfresco rock showers. Aquila’s afro-chic Aquila Lodge comprises of 3 levels, accessible by a glass panelled lift with magnificent Karoo vistas. The Lodge offers both standard and premier lodge room. Aquila has an outdoor swimming pool, a pool bar, a cigar lounge and a large dining room where the chef presents a rich variety of authentic South African cuisine. Aquila newly opened African spa featuring; 2 large heated indoor pools, steam room, sauna, nail bar, 10 treatment rooms, a couples or group treatment room and an outdoor pool.
INVERDOORN GAME RESERVE 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. Inverdoorn is also home to the Big 5 - the elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo and the elusive leopard. The game is thriving and during your safari you may come across herds of eland, gemsbok and zebra, or hippos wallowing in the dam. The rhinos, with their horns intact, are a distinct highlight, combined with the magic of walking with giraffes and watching the cheetah run. 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.
SAFARI
Set in the pristine Southern Karoo Highlands against a backdrop of dramatic mountains, the Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa offers an exciting taste of real Africa just two short hours from Cape Town. Aquila is home to an enormous variety of game, including the Big 5. Two- to three-hour game drives are a perfect way to see the animals (in four-wheel-drive vehicles, quad bikes or on horseback).
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Metropolitan Life Centre, 7 Coen Steytler Ave, City Bowl
The BEST way to see Cape Town and Table Mountain! Direct access to Table Mountain City Tour, Mini Peninsula, Downtown, Wine and Sunset Bus Walking Tours of City and Bo-Kaap Unique Hop On - Hop Off township tours Harbour and Canal Cruises
All Day - Every Day! VISIT OUR WEBSITE TODAY - TICKETS DISCOUNTED ONLINE!
www.citysightseeing.co.za
021 511 6000
FRANSCHHOEK & STELLENBOSCH
The best way to see the Winelands, with 2 hours at leisure to explore the historic town of Franschhoek and a scenic drive through Stellenbosch. Start the tour with the iconic postcard view of Table Mountain from Blouberg beach.
FULL DAY TOUR INCLUDES 2 wine tastings Cheese pairing Cellar tour Duck parade
CAPE POINT & WINELANDS COMBO Available
& PENGUINS
Complete your visit to Cape Town by joining us on this live guided (in English) tour to Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope with a stop at Boulders Beach to view the penguins.
PRE BOOKING ESSENTIAL
and subject to seat availability
Call Centre
021 511 6000
Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia, Cape Town Tel: +27 (0) 21 794 5128
Off Simondium Road, Klapmuts, Stellenbosch Tel: +27 (0) 21 875 5360
CANAL CRUISE
Stops at CTICC (Stop3), City Lodge, Harbour Bridge Hotel and One & Only Hotel - V&A Waterfront (Stop1) Every day from 9am - 5pm Buy your ticket at Stop 1 or on the boat at any of our stops.
HARBOUR CRUISE Victoria & Alfred basins
Cape Grace Hotel & Chavonnes Battery The Swing Bridge & Nelson Mandela Gateway
RESPONSIBLE & GUILT-FREE REHYDRATION Your 4-star family friendly Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa experience will not be impacted by the current #WaterCrisis in Cape Town. Although Touws River has minimal water restrictions, we have implemented international award-winning responsible tourism measures - which include water and energy management. We use a mix of municipal, ground, rain and gray water systems and invite guests to come and enjoy Big 5 Safari, together with a responsible and guilt free shower and swim - only two hours’ drive from Cape Town. Come soak in our spa and indoor swimming pools.
FACILITIES & ACTIVITIES 4-STAR ESTABLISHMENT | PREMIER, FAMILY & LUXURY COTTAGES | LODGE ROOMS | DAY TRIP SAFARI | HORSEBACK SAFARI | QUAD BIKE SAFARI STAR SAFARI | OVERNIGHT SAFARI | FLY IN SAFARI | WINE TASTING | INDOOR & OUTDOOR RESTAURANTS | OUTDOOR POOL | WET BAR | CIGAR LOUNGE CONFERENCE CENTRE | SPA | CURIO SHOP | CHILDREN’S FACILITIES & JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAMME
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