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save the date September

PHOTOGRAPHER EXHIBITION 2017 TILL 30 SEPTEMBER

THE UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2017 EXHIBITION TILL 30 SEPTEMBER CHAVONNES BATTERY MUSEUM, V&A WATERFRONT This is a London-based annual competition that seeks to celebrate photography taken beneath the surface of the sea, lakes, rivers and even swimming pools.

As a visitor, you can immerse yourself in what appears to be a whole new world of what lies beneath by spending an hour or two stepping below sea-level to admire the colourful images taken underwater.

STREET FOOD FESTIVAL 2 & 3 SEPTEMBER

You may also meander over and between the ribs of the 18th Century Archaeology ruins and discover the story of the Cape of Storms.

You will find 50 intriguing images in 10 categories: 3 exclusively British Waters with underwater behavior, and two new categories for Portrait and Compact.

100 finalists were selected from 20 countries including: South Africa, Mexico, Finland, Indonesia, Egypt, Sudan, Norway, Canada, France, Italy and the UK. Admission: FREE for children under 16 yrs.

OPEN BOOK FESTIVAL 6 - 10 SEPTEMBER

R100 Adults, R70 Wild Card / Red Bus. There is a NSRI kiddie’s colour in table, comfy seating, pause nooks, coffee table books and free wifi.

Direct access via P2 Clock Tower parking.

OVER THE RAINBOW SPRING WEEKEND 1 - 3 SEPTEMBER BOT RIVER Just like the rainbow theme it has adopted this year, the people of this Overberg town have lined up a dazzling spectrum of activities and fun that showcase the best of the region.

DARLING FLOWER SHOW 14 - 17 SEPTEMBER

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In celebration of the awakening of nature in all its forms, all of the participating wine farms will throw open their doors for visitors to taste their cellar gems and unique local produce through convivial farm hopping and pantry shopping.

STREET FOOD FESTIVAL 2 & 3 SEPTEMBER SIDE STREET STUDIOS, WOODSTOCK Dishing up authentic South African street foods, pavement-style.

The festival features a food market, live music and a conference geared towards food entrepreneurs. The conference lineup includes industry speakers like Ming-Cheau Lin, Nikki Albertyn, Third Culture Experiment & Weekly Wors.

2 September, Saturday Night Market - 5pm - 9pm.

3 September, Sunday Market & Talks & Music - 10am - 4pm OPEN BOOK FESTIVAL 6 – 10 SEPTEMBER Participating venues: The Book Lounge, The Fugard theater, A4 Arts Foundation, District Six Homecoming Centre, Central Library, Elsie’s River Library, Kuyasa Library, and PH Centre.

Panel discussions, workshops, readings, performances and more, designed to inspire, stimulate and entertain audiences, featuring more than one hundred local and international authors.

There’s plenty of excitement and entertainment for the younger visitors – Central Library will be home to a range of events for children on Saturday , 9 September. Don’t miss ‘Storytime in the Gardens’ on Friday, 8 September.

Comics Fest takes place on the 9 & 10 September with an array of activities, workshops, discussions and demonstrations for illustrators, designers and comic book lovers. This year, seasoned illustrator, Andy Mason, will be hosting the Monster Battle Draw Off throughout the weekend.

Tickets to events range from R45 to R100.

Day Passes (which provide one access ticket to six events per day) are R150 and Festival Passes (5 Day Passes with one ticket access to six events per day) cost R600. There are also a number of free events but tickets must still be booked for these events to secure a place.

DARLING FLOWER SHOW 14 – 17 SEPTEMBER DARLING GOLF CLUB The festival celebrates an integral part of the Cape Fynbos Kingdom comprised of Renosterveld, Rietveld, Sandveld and Strandveld where more than 1200 different species of flowers can be found.

CAPE TOWN MARATHON 16 & 17 SEPTEMBER The weekend provides activity goers and outdoor lovers with a number of opportunities to share the excitement around this world class sport event.

A 4.2km PEACE FUN RUN for children happens on Saturday, 16 Sep. A 10km PEACE RUN / WALK takes place on Sunday 17 Sep.

It should be noted that free access to parks does not include free access to accommodation facilities and other tourist activities. Some of the parks will be extending the week to include the weekend.

Excludes Namaqua National Park and the Boulders Penguin colony.

FRINGE FESTIVAL 21 SEPTEMBER - 8 OCTOBER HELD IN THE CBD, LANGA, ATHLONE, DELFT AND KHAYELITSHA Organised by the same team that puts together the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown every year, this year’s Fringe will focus on building a Cape Town Fringe circuit in efforts to offer new theatre makers and artists new opportunities.

HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL

FRANSCHHOEK UNCORKED

29 SEPTEMBER – 1 OCTOBER

16 & 17 SEPTEMBER SPREADS ACROSS THE FARMS IN THE VALLEY

The Hermanus Whale Festival celebrates seasonality and the circle of life at both sea and ground levels. The town of Hermanus, located on the cliffs above Walker Bay, gives spectators uninterrupted vistas of both the interactions between mature whales and the playful encounters between their youngsters.

This is a chance to sample new released wines including Summer inspired Rosés or lighter styled reds.

Adding to the festivities, visitors will be kept entertained for hours with the activities on offer at the participating farms, ranging from live music, giant Jenga or Spanish inspired entertainment, gourmet sit down meals or simply mouthwatering tapas style food.

SA NATIONAL PARKS WEEK 18 - 22 SEPTEMBER

The festival offers food experiences, a large range of crafters, sport events, kids’ entertainment, a music stage with over 20 artists performing over the festival, Marine ECO Village and a vintage car show.

SA NATIONAL PARKS WEEK

COFFEE & CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL

18 - 22 SEPTEMBER

7 & 8 OCTOBER DURBANVILLE RACECOURSE

The week grants free access to most of the 21 national parks for day visitors, especially people from the local communities.

CAPE TOWN MARATHON 16 & 17 SEPTEMBER

Sample, taste & buy anything to do with coffee & chocolate! Tickets on-line R100. Tickets at the door R120.

HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL 29 SEPTEMBER - 1 OCTOBER

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FACE FOR RADIO TILL 9 SEPTEMBER

FACE FOR RADIO Teacher turned comedian, Dalin Oliver, is back with a few more lessons in his brand new stand-up comedy show. 10 years after matriculating, Dalin is struggling to adapt to the concept of adulting.

No one warned him about it. His Life Orientation teacher forgot tell him that he’d have to pay tax, parallel park in on-coming traffic and that data would be this expensive.

Friendships and relationships have changed. His friends are getting married and going to Stodels on the weekend while he’s figuring out that Tinder is not that beneficial when you’re staying at home with your parents. One day while playing PokemonGo, he realised that it was time to grow up.

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Baxter Theatre, 22 Aug - 9 Sep, Tickets R100 - R120 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi 25 LIVE A NIGHT AT THE CIRCUS Seven years after the first collaboration called Art of Rock, the Parlotones will once again join creative forces with Zip Zap for an evening celebrating the 25th anniversary of Cape Town’s very own iconic Circus School.

Artscape Theatre, 30 Aug – 1 Sep, Tickets R250 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi A HANDFUL OF KEYS

A HANDFUL OF KEYS 30 AUGUST - 8 OCTOBER

Audiences can expect highlights such as “The Complete History of The Broadway Musical in 12 Minutes”, Liberace, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Funeral for A Friend and the SA Medley.

The virtuoso talents are Roelof Colyn, a Handful stalwart since 2001, beloved by audiences for his effortless charm, dead pan wit and the liquid magic of his playing. He is joined by James Smith, aged 19, the youngest person to appear in A HANDFUL OF KEYS. This year, director Ian von Memerty, whom has expanded and developed the show since 1997, has added a new and dazzling difference.

Theatre on The Bay, 30 Aug - 8 Oct, Tickets R120 - R180 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi INTERNATIONAL BALLET GALA Dancers from Europe, the United States, Russia and Asia, dancing a variety of ballet pas de deux.

Artscape Theatre, 2 & 3 Sep, Tickets R120 - R395 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi WONDERLAND Introdans returns to the Baxter Theatre for the fifth time to present an exciting, humorous yet powerful medley of dance. These dynamic and remarkable works from Hans van Manen, Cayetano Soto, Ton Wiggers and Robert Battle will captivate and leave you breathless.

Baxter Theatre, 5 – 9 Sep, Tickets R160 - R220 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi SOLOAFRICA MONODRAMA FESTIVAL 5 one-person plays of any genre, dance, drama, comedy and physical theatre, under one label. Monodrama. One

performance by one person in under one hour! 2 performances per day over 5 days.

Three international productions will join this inaugural event. These are two plays by world renowned actor Pip Utton – Maggie and Hitler– with both shows having toured the world and continuing to do so.

The other international offering, a production called Rumination, directed

by Emre Erdem, comes from Turkey and is a danced interpretation of the works of the poet Rumi.

The 4 local plays currently in development specifically for this new festival are performed by: 1. Renowned comedienne Shimmy Isaacs – an account of a young soldier being taken off to the bush war in Angola in the seventies.

2. A piece by Dominic Paulsen, exploring the mindset of a man bent on suicide through his obesity guilt.

3. A piece by Motladtji Didodi about a young black woman choosing her partner outside the traditional guidelines of the more conservative African cultural practice of partner choice subscriptions.

4. And a dance-driven piece by Khumbulani Mzayiya, detailing the challenges of gender identity in a very conservative society.

These are all new South African pieces in development, still without titles, with the intention of exporting them into the international theatre community after the festival.

Artscape Theatre, 4 – 9 Sep, Tickets R425 - R540 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi SPACE A performance that talks about the forced removals and how those affected still yearn for the land they once occupied.

They long for this unrestricted space which allowed them to be free and to be themselves.

Artscape Theatre, 9 – 16 Sep, Tickets R80 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi

of Dorothy`s imagination in search of the great Wizard of Oz and for a way back home. Relive the much loved songs Over The Rainbow, Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead, The Jitterbug, The Merry Old Land of Oz and many more.

Artscape Theatre, 16 Sep – 8 Oct, Tickets R330 - R370 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi.

JAZZ IN THE THEATRE Positioning this genre in a theatre space with well-known jazz practitioners.

The line-up includes: Thursday 28 Sep: Nomfundo Xaluva, Zoe Modiga, Amanda Tiffin.

Friday 29 Sep: Sylvester Mazinyane, McCoy Mrubata, Buddy Wells.

Saturday 30 Sep: Alvin Dyers, Hilton Schilder.

Artscape Theatre, 28 - 30 Sep, Tickets R100 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi CATHY & THE TROLLEY DOLLIES – FULL THROTTLE Cape Town’s one-of-a-kind premier cabaret venue offers an extravaganza of flawless entertainment and a heightened sensory experience whilst indulging in an exquisite mezze cuisine.

WONDERLAND 5 - 9 SEPTEMBER

Due to popular demand, Gate69 is bringing back the current Trolley Dolly show – A laugh-a-minute take on the airline industry portrayed by 3 fabulous 8tf stewardesses. Full Throttle is bigger, better and bolder – as if they’ve sprinkled some Viagra over it! There will be changes and the current show will be completely re-lit.

The suggested dress code is to look fabulous – We can guarantee everyone else will be!

Gate 69. Doors open at 18:30, dinner is at 19:00 and the show starts at 20:15.

Wednesday – Thursday 9 Aug - 7 Oct. First Class – R595, Business Class – R550, Economy Class – R450.

FACE FOR RADIO 22 - 9 SEPTEMBER

CAPE TOWN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA SPRING SYMPHONY SEASON

Dorothy Gale of Kansas, like many girls her age, dreams of a perfect life over the rainbow. One day a twister engulfs her farm and carries her away to another world. There she encounters the Wicked Witch of the West, the Good Witch of the North and the adorable Munchkins.

7 Sep: SIBELIUS’ SYMPHONIC CONCERTO. Conductor: Conrad van Alphen, Soloists: Marina Grauman (violin). Hendrik Hofmeyr “The Elements”, A Symphony; Sibelius Violin Concerto in D minor; Borodin Symphony No. 2 in B minor.

14 Sep: SCHUMANN AND STRAUSS. Conductor: Conrad van Alphen, Soloist: Alexey Stadler (cello). Wilhelm Grosz “Serenade”; Schumann Cello Concerto in A minor; Strauss “Also sprach Zarathustra”

Dorothy, and her dog, Toto, are joined by the Scarecrow, the Tinman and the Cowardly Lion as they travel the universe

All concerts at Cape Town City Hall, 8 pm.

Tickets R150 - R230 from Computicket: 083 915 8000, www.computicket.mobi

THE WIZARD OF OZ

INTERNATIONAL BALLET GALA 2 & 3 SEPTEMBER

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Clear skies and crisp air welcomed our visit to Inverdoorn Game Reserve & Iziba Safari Lodge. This 10 000 Ha, 5-star lodge is located two and a half hours’ drive from Cape Town, as you pass Worcester on the N2 and drive into the Karoo desert.

From its humble beginnings as old farm houses, it was transformed into a beautiful guest house. The lodge grew to be a haven of comfort and luxury nestled deep in the desert. All rooms and buildings are surrounded by a beautiful, indigenous succulent garden, making sure that no matter the season or water conditions, the sustainable design is there to stay and welcome visitors.

In addition to the Big Five Safari, you can expect to interact one on one with cheetahs, to see hippos, zebras, giraffes, red lechwe, various antelope species, their cousin the wildebeest, Africa’s largest antelope, the eland and the nation’s pride, the springbok.

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A short walk from the lodge will get you to the ostrich zone. On overnight safaris, you will be treated not just once but twice, at both sunrise and sunset. Since the animals are much livelier at these times, you will witness the cheetah’s magnificent training runs, so it is well worth the stay.

On beautiful days lunch is served outside under old Eucalyptuses, allowing you to enjoy a subtle breeze and interact with fellow guests. All meals are based on local South African cuisine, served generously and full of flavour. Special dietary requirements can be met by prior arrangement.

The lodge also offers WIFI as well as two pools to keep everybody entertained and relaxed throughout their stay. +27 (0)214 220 013 / info@inverdoorn.com / www.inverdoorn.com

Cape Explorer Wine tour City Sightseeing’s new FULL day excursion into the Cape Winelands

Best way to see Franschhoek and Stellenbosch

The Cape Winelands Tour is led by an English-speaking guide aboard a wifi enabled luxury air-conditioned coach. The tour includes two wine tastings (including one cheese pairing) and a cellar tour.

The Cape Winelands Tour leaves Cape Town in the morning and takes a scenic drive to Bloubergstrand for a photo opportunity of the iconic Table Mountain from across the bay.

After visiting Blouberg, you will be treated to a cheese and wine tasting and cellar tour in the heart of the Winelands. The next stop is Franschhoek, where guests will have about two hours to explore this picturesque town, enjoy lunch or indulge in an extra wine tasting.

The tour continues with a scenic drive over the impressive Helshoogte Pass and through the historic town of Stellenbosch. The last stop of the day guests will be treated to the final wine tasting and the unique opportunity to view the ‘Duck Parade’ at a popular Stellenbosch wine farm before driving back to Cape Town.

The tour guide will highlight points of interest along the way (in English) and will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the route, wine routes or wine farms.

Tour days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday Tour times: Staggered departure times from 8:40 AM from select City Sightseeing bus stops in Camps Bay, Sea Point, Green Point and the city centre, as well as City Sightseeing tour offices at the V&A Waterfront and Long Street. The return time is approximately 5:30 PM. Cost: R550 for adults (12 and up) and R275 for children aged 2 to 11.

Buy online and save: Adults pay R530. This includes two wine tastings, one cheese pairing, a cellar tour and a live guided tour in English.

No alcohol will be served to children younger than 18.

Excluded: Lunch or an optional third wine tasting in Franschhoek, extra drinks and snacks.

Cape Explorer COMBO deal: Full day WINELANDS tour PLUS a Full day CAPE POINT tour for only R990 per adult HOW TO BOOK: Book online at www.citysightseeing.co.za or at City Sightseeing ticket offices. Tickets are also available from bus drivers, subject to availability. When booking, make sure you state your pick-up point.

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hiking table mountain ONE DAY WALKS South African National Parks

With Spring kicking in, the great outdoors give us a big call to come and explore. Table Mountain National Park is the only one in the world surrounded by a city, which gives us a huge number of access points and limitless opportunities to choose from.

In addition to the seasons’ moderated weather, it is also the perfect timing to enjoy our unique indigenous flora, mainly the internationally known, our national flower, the Protea.

South African National Parks (SANParks) marks 5 main routes along the park which can be experienced one short walk at a time or taken as daily and over-night tracks with existing accommodation camps in few points.

Booking must be done. Although there are rangers along the paths, hiring a guide, especially if you are a visitor, is highly recommended.

THE 5 MOST POPULAR HIKING ROUTES: Use one of the recommended routes to enjoy the wonders the park has to offer. Please be aware that more people die on Table Mountain than Mount Everest. Table Mountain is a mountain, not a hill! Please respect and enjoy our mountain.

LION’S HEAD Walk offers a great view at every turn.

The easy spiral walk starts on Signal Hill Drive, below Lion’s Head. The view from its 669m summit offers a breathtaking 360-degree sweep taking in the city bowl; Devil’s Peak and the famous front face of Table Mountain; the majestic Twelve Apostles; the stunning scenery of the Atlantic seaboard from Oudekraal through Bakoven, Camps Bay and Clifton to Sea Point and Green Point; Table Bay, and of course, Robben Island.

The short and relatively easy walk to the top of Lion’s Head is necessary for those wanting to enjoy the very best that the Park has to offer.

WARNING: It is a Cape Town tradition to hike to the summit of Lion’s Head to toast the full moon as it rises over the distant Hottentots Holland mountains to the east. On these festive occasions, the summit can be very busy. If you decide to join in the fun, please remember alcohol, 10

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darkness and the initial steep descent can be a very dangerous combination.

Distance: about 2km one-way Time: 1hr - 1hr 30mins up Rating: easy with some minor rock scrambling Children: yes but may require help at the chains Dogs: Are not recommended.

Water: none available along this route

THE PIPE TRACK WALK This walk starts at the junction of Tafelberg Road and Kloof Nek. The Pipe Track is precisely what it says: a path constructed to service a pipeline running below the series of peaks known as the Twelve Apostles. This pipeline was built to carry water from Disa Gorge in Table Mountain’s Back Table, via the Woodhead Tunnel through the mountain in Slangolie Ravine, to the Molteno Reservoir in Oranjezicht to help slake the thirst of the booming, late 19th century Cape Town.

In several places the path is very stony, but it is an easily accessible and popular walk, with many locals making regular use of certain sections; it is part of the Atlantic seaboard way of life.

WARNING: The Pipe Track is very exposed to the hot afternoon sun in summer; it is at its best early on summer mornings.

Distance: about 6km one-way to Corridor Ravine Time: 4hrs - 4hr30mins return Rating: easy to Slangolie, moderate to Corridor Children: yes, but the full route is tough Dogs: yes Water: tap at the start; take lots in summer PLATTEKLIP GORGE Platteklip to Upper Cableway Station The “highway” to the top.

Up - relentlessly up! That’s the only way to describe the path in Platteklip Gorge. It’s the most direct route to the

top of the mountain and the most popular. However, it is not a route to be trifled with; the going can be tough.

The walk starts on Tafelberg Road and ascends the main gorge that divides the front face (Africa face) of Table Mountain. The path is well constructed with stone steps and anti-erosion gabions, and is not difficult to negotiate at any point. However, it is steep, and the best way to tackle Platteklip is slowly - don’t try to rush it, and frequent stops will give you a chance to look back at the great view of Cape Town and Table Bay below.

Allow sufficient time for walking down, even if your plan is to come down with the cableway. Rapid changes in weather conditions often cause the cableway to shut down unexpectedly, leaving hikers stranded in darkness at the upper cable station.

WARNING: Don’t underestimate Platteklip Gorge, which can be extremely hot and/or very cold and windy. The temperature at the top can be much lower than on Tafelberg Road, with an icy wind blowing, even in January and February. Always take enough water, a hat, sun block and warm, windproof clothing with you - even on hot summer days! REMEMBER to get your one-way down ticket for the Cable Car at the bottom. There is no way to get a ticket once you reach the top.

Distance: about 3km up!

Time: between 1hr for the super fit to 3hrs for the slow Rating: moderate to tough, depending on fitness and weather Children: older children yes, but it is demanding Dogs: not recommended, and not on the cableway Water: always take plenty of your own, especially in summer

UPPER CABLEWAY STATION To Maclear’s Beacon Walk This walk is a must if you want to be able to say you’ve stood at the highest point on Table Mountain, even if at 1 088m it is only 21m above the Upper Cableway Station.

From the Upper Cableway Station, choose the main path leading to the diagonally opposite corner of what is known as the Western Table – look for plaques as guide marks to make sure you’re on the right track. It will take you 10 to 15 minutes to walk across to the point where chains and poles have been provided to assist the short climb down the rocky steps at the edge: it is not difficult.

Do not attempt to climb down at any other point! The path to Maclear’s Beacon is marked by painted yellow footprints.

WARNING: Do not attempt this walk if there is low cloud or mist on the mountain. It is very easy to become disoriented and to lose your way.

Distance: 5.5km overall Time: 45mins to an hour one-way to Maclear’s Beacon

Rating: easy Children: yes Dogs: not recommended Water: none available along this route

SKELETON GORGE To Maclear’s Beacon: The Smuts Track The Smuts Track is one of the most popular walks on Table Mountain, and especially in summer when the Afromontane forest offers shade almost all the way up skeleton Gorge, the toughest section. The climb is steep and unrelenting, although not difficult or requiring more than an ability to climb a wooden ladder and negotiate a few rocky steps. However, many people underestimate the effort required, particularly when they go all the way to Maclear’s Beacon. Be prepared; don’t make the same mistake.

The walk starts in the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, but the heart of this route begins at the intersection of Skeleton Gorge and the Contour Path. The first 40 to 75 minutes is spent in the forest climbing log and stone steps. About two-thirds of the way up a series of wooden ladders eases the way over steep rocks, which can be slippery when, wet.

WARNING: Parts of Skeleton Gorge are slippery, even in summer; take special care after rain and in winter.

Avoid this route during and immediately after heavy rain.

Distance: +/-4km Time: from 2hrs for the super-fit to 4hrs for the less-than-fit (one-way) Rating: moderate, no shade in the second half Children: yes Dogs: not recommended Water: mountain streams usually flow, but it’s best to take your own The Table Mountain National Park is a World Heritage Site, and an ecologically sensitive area with plants and animals that occur nowhere else in the world - please treat it with respect and help Park’s staff conserve this globally unique and much-loved environment.

• Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints. Don’t pick, break or trample any plants or flowers, or remove seeds, rocks or plants.

• Don’t feed, touch or harm any of the animals or birds in the Park - dassies, baboons and even the African Penguin all have ferocious bites!

• Wild fires can cause loss of life and property.

Never light fires anywhere other than in designated braai (barbecue) areas. Do not throw cigarette butts anywhere.

In our next issue we will share the long, overnight tracks.

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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 NOON GUN TEA ROOM & RESTARANT Aromatic, Spicy, traditional Cape Malay

food.Strictly Halaal. A: 273 Longmarket St. Signal Hill, Bo - Kaap.T: 021 424 0529, www.noonguntearoom.co.za 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 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 serves Breakfast, Lunch and Coffee treats.

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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 ANATOLI’S - Turkish, A: 24 Napier St T: 021 419 2501, www.anatoli.co.za BISTRO 126 A: 126 Buitengracht St, Hilton Hotel. T: 021 481 3700, www3.hilton.com 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 TRUFFLE Steakhouse, A: 5 Harbour Edge Building.

Cnr Hospital Rd & Chiappini Str, Greenpoint. T: 021 418 3777, www.truffleco.co.za THE ROTI Indian, A: 17 Regent Rd, Sea Point. T: 021 439 3101

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 MEZBAAN Cuisine: Northern Indian (Mughlai), Halaal) A: Hilton Cape Town, T: 021 481 3700, www.capetowncitycentre.hilton.com PLANET RESTAURANT Cuisine: Contemporary South African food served in impeccable surrounding, A: Mount Nelson Hotel, Gardens, 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 THE PEPPER CLUB 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 WHISKEY, WINE&COCKTAIL Cuisine: International, A: Cape Grace Hotel, T: 021 410 7100 www.capegrace.com/dining/bascule

CASSIMA 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 OYO - Cuisine: Seafood, Mediterranean A: Victoria & Alfred Hotel, T: 021 419 6677 www.newmarkhotels.com/newmark/oyo/

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.

SEA POINT 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, Curry evenings on Wednesdays, A: the Peninsula Hotel, T: 021 430 7777, www.peninsula.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

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

The Lookout Deck Hout Bay

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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

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

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A NEW HEAD CHEF AT THE ONE & ONLY RAISES THE BAR Exciting and different are two words that barely begin to describe the new Spring-Summer menu at Reuben’s restaurant in the One & Only resort, Cape Town.

After taking a professional detour around the Cape, Chef Jason Millar is back to collaborate with Chef Reuben Riffle to create an entirely new menu. It is a combination of sourcing top local ingredients that can be achieved only by working closely with producers over a long period of time and pouring in extensive knowledge in traditional high cuisine, diverse cooking methods and the impact they have on flavours. All of this resulted in tasty, aromatic and beautiful dishes.

Designed and served as a small plates menu, it enables the opportunity to explore more than one dish of each section and soak in a variety of local flavours. Although focused on local ingredients, the menu is diverse enough to cater to different dietary requirements. Furthermore, the chefs went to extra lengths to create these versatile dishes up front so dinner will not be compromised over an improvised dish.

Keep in mind that the One & Only resort offers the opportunity to enjoy a full evening experience, made possible by starting your visit at The Vista Lounge with its’ elegant setting and the unbeatable view of Table Mountain. Their new mixologist creates his own unique liquor extracts on-site and combines them with spirits from all over the globe, creating new twists to well-known cocktails.

One & Only Resorts

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Dock Rd, V & A Waterfront / Tel: +27 21 431 5888 / email: reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com / www.oneandonlyresorts.com

THE 41 41 Victoria road, Camps Bay Beachfront. Tel: 021 438 1213 www.tuscanybeachrestaurant.com HOUT BAY

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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

SUNDOWNERS (WITH SEA VIEWS) HARBOUR

DURBANVILLE WINE ROUTE

SHIMMY BEACH CLUB South Arm Road in the prestigious V&AHarbour Waterfront. Tel:021 200 7778, www.shimmybeachclub.com

MOUILLE POINT

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.

LILY’S CORNER OF SURRY PLACE & BEACH ROAD. T: 021 204 8545. www.lilysrestaurant.co.za

Open Tuesday – Saturday for Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30 & Dinner: 19:00 to 21:30; Sunday Lunch: 12:00 to 14:30

GRANGER BAY SHIMMY BEACH CLUB V&A HARBOUR WATERFRONT

GRAND CAFÉ ON THE BEACH Granger Bay Road, Tel: 021 425 0551, www.grandafrica.com

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 THE LOOKOUT DECK HOUT BAY

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

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BOWFISH RESTAURANT Dolphin Beach Hotel, 1 Marine Drive Blouberg, Tel: 021 556 5464, www.blowfishrestaurant.co.za

THE ROUND HOUSE Round House Road (off Kloof Road), The Glen, Tel: 021 438 4347, theroundhouserestaurant.com

DINNER & SHOW GATE 69 A cabaret theatre. This ‘Moulin Rouge’ alike will deliver only the best and cater to every patron’s tailor-made needs.

Expect a heightened sensory experience during which guests will indulge in simple yet delicious mezze cuisine, top-class entertainment, unparalleled service and be embraced by the inextinguishable enthusiasm of the staff. Located on Cape Town’s hip and happening Bree Street, this plushly ornate one-of-a-kind venue and its exquisite downstairs bar could not be more perfectly placed.

Open Tue - Fri: 20:00 - 2:00, Sat: 15:00 - 2:00 & Sun: 15:00 - 20:00. Address: 87 Bree Street. T: 071 589 2915 STARDUST If you are looking for a dining experience filled with flamboyance, excitement, celebration and mouth-watering fare...

- Look no further than Stardust- the unique theatrical dining adventure. Amid serving their tables the scrumptious variety of Mediterranean and North African themed cuisine, you can expect to be amused

and delighted by your multi-talented waiters. The singers, dancers, comedians and musicians will take you on a journey of wonder and revelry. The entertainment begins at 20.00 and often continues well past midnight, so make sure you leave your glass slippers at home!

PARAGLIDE SA

IT’S EASY AND LOADS OF FUN

Address: 118 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock. Tel: 021 462 7777.

Hours: Tues - Sat from 16:00 pm till 02:00 am.

A ROYAL TREAT There is a lot to be said about the changes in hospitality over the decades, the way design, timing and service transformed and shifted, but here in Cape Town we are also lucky to keep the old, colonial tradition of High Tea across the finest hotels in the city. This allows both, running around visitors and busy business travelers to complete the hectic day in a relaxed note and to soak in the last couple of hours of the day while enjoying our magnificent surrounds and the most decadent pastime.

Most establishments provide this serving on a daily basis.

Designated, in-house Chefs of Patisserie creates the most delicious and beautiful savory and sweet creations. They would serve it alongside traditional teas or accompany it with a fine bubbly, all to your liking.

Alongside maintaining constant key menus, there will be different variations throughout the season and even in a course of the week. All in order to keep the daily serving matching with the freshest ingredients and the creativity of the different chefs.

Although being a daily affair, we highly recommend pre booking, especially during high season.

12 APOSTLES HOTEL You can choose between a ‘Tea by The Sea’ 2 hours standard service or the High Tea daily buffet service.

CAPE GRACE HOTEL Served at the hotels’ cosy library, this daily treat keeps bringing visitors back, time after time and is proudly maintained to level with the top Afternoon Tea services around the world.

LA PRADA IN CONSTANTIA NEK Overlooking the magnificent Constantia Valley and the Cape Flats, than framed by the Stellenburg Mountains and the ocean, gets you the perfect setting to absorb both natural and men designed beauty. High tea is offered Monday – Saturday and must be pre booked.

MOUNT NELSON HOTEL In this long standing establishment you would literally sit where royals sat before. The colonial flair presents itself in the structure and in the service. They serve morning, afternoon and evening tea and over the years developed their own unique blend.

ONE & ONLY RESORT Situated at the Vista Bar & Lounge and overlooking our iconic Table Mountain, they serve daily afternoon tea and ads a serving of morning tea over the weekends.

TANDEM PARAGLIDE Experience the thrill of flieght in the capable hands of Tandem Flight Instructure (TFI). Fly in Cape Town or book a XC flight at one of our many spectacular locations.

*Gift vouchers available* Lion’s Head Signal Hill Hermanus Sir Lowry’s Pass Porterville *Please note that locations are weather dependant.

PARAGLIDE WITH THE KNOWLEDGE THAT YOUR SAFETY IS OUR #1 PRIORITY. Tandem paragliding is weather dependant. Age & weight restrictions apply.

Wear closed secure shoes (track shoes or boots).

Select your clothing based on the weather on the day.

In-flight photography is available upon request.

This is an additional independent service offered by your pilot, for which a small fee will be charged.

THE SILO HOTEL The new kid on the block serves petit gateaux and teatime treats as well as a selection of savoury delights. A 24 hours’ notice is required.

THE VINEYARD HOTEL Following the tradition of the estates’ original owner, Lady Anne Barnard, tea is served in the Garden Lounge. It includes a selection of cakes, pastries and savoury bites.

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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

weekend scene VENDOR OF THE MONTH

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GREAT GATHERINGS BAY HARBOUR - THE MARKET OF HOUT BAY 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!

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.

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Supported by a Christian ethos, partnerships are built on trust. Tea Bag Designs unlocks Self Worth and Realises Dreams.”

Having come from the UK in the 90´s Jill was shocked by the poverty at the end of the road and began working with a group of ladies, teaching them creative skills. After a cup of tea with a special friend the idea of using a recycled tea bag as a canvas was born.

This socially responsible business now employs 21 people from previously disadvantaged communities, creating unique, authentic gifts and artworks.

Original T Bag Designs www.tbagdesigns.co.za

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.

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

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.

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a whale of a time

They visit the shores of the Western Cape every year as spring kicks in. The town of Hermanus, located on the cliffs above Walker Bay, gives spectators uninterrupted vistas of both the interactions between mature whales and the playful encounters between their youngsters.

The Hermanus Whale Festival, taking place this year from 29 September- 1 October, is the only enviroarts festival in South Africa. It celebrates seasonality and the circle of life on the water level and up on the grounds. It can be enjoyed as a long day trip from Cape Town or better yet as an overnight stay.

The festival offers food experiences, a large range of crafters, sport events, kids’ entertainment, a Music stage with over 20 artists performing over the festival, Marine ECO Village and a Vintage Car show.

The full programme is available on the events’ website: hermanuswhalefestival.co.za If you plan to be in Cape Town but still not certain you can make it to Hermanus in those specific dates, you can still view the magnificent creatures and although the celebrations won’t be in place locals will greet you with a smile.

The local craft market is open every day and the town itself, located in the heart of the Overberg region is a comfortable base to explore wine estate that produces cool climate wines, defined more loosely as where the weather both limits grape ripening and offers the threat of serious damage to the vine in the winter. What this means is that the vine grower and winemaker have to be even savvier to produce the wonderfully elegant wines that are increasingly popular with consumers the world over.

The Wine Village, one of the famous local wine shops in South Africa, located on the R320 just before you reach Hermanus, is a good and knowledgeable place to start (www.winevillage.co.za).

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

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

Entry fee is R10 OR FREE if you are skating the session. Visit www.icerink.co.za.

BOOK LOUNGE STORY TIME Every Saturday at 11:00am there is a themed storytelling followed by an activity at this corner bookshop in the heart of Cape Town. Tel: 021- 462 2425. Book Lounge, 71 Roeland Street, Gardens. Visit the www.booklounge.co.za THE SPRINGBOK EXPERIENCE Telling the history of South Africa through the eyes of rugby, from the 1860s right up to modern times. The museum was nominated for an International award in the 2014 Museum + Heritage Awards in the UK. A world-class, modern interactive museum, shop and skills zone honouring the Springboks and South African rugby.

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

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

CITY SIGHTSEEING Kids taking the open-top red bus get their own kids channel to listen to and free activity book. Along the Red Route kids would probably most enjoy the Planetarium, Table Mountain ariel cableway and obviously the Two Oceans aquarium. Visit www.citysightseeing.co.za/ capeTown for more information.

PENGUIN ENCOUNTER Get up close and personal with the adorable rockhopper penguins at the Two Oceans Aquarium. Join our bird trainer for an informative, fun and exhilarating face-to-face encounter with our feathered friends.

The Penguin Encounter is suitable for children aged 8 and up, and adults. A

Penguin Encounter ticket also gives you access to the rest of the Two Oceans Aquarium for the remainder of your day and a percentage of your ticket will be donated towards a penguin conservation fund.

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

Visit www.aquarium.co.za

THE ICE STATION GRANDWEST

COOL-RUNNINGS It’s the summer version of the thrilling winter sport. The perfect grassy slope opposite the Bellville Velodrome in Tyger Valley was selected as the most favourable location for Africa’s first summer toboggan track and Cool-Runnings has filled the gap for an affordable, adventure activity that’s great fun for the whole family.

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

CITY SIGHTSEEING VAROIUS VENUES IN CAPE TOWN

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

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

BUTTERFLY WORLD IN STELLENBOSCH Butterfly World, one of the more unique attractions of the Western Cape Winelands, consists of a tropical garden in a 1500 m2 green house. This luxuriant paradise makes the free flying exotic butterflies feel right at home. In the stunning garden tropical butterflies from Central America and Southeast Asia can be seen. In separate enclosures visitors walk in between birds, common marmosets, green iguanas and a couple of blue duiker, all free to roam the garden where they want.

Visitors can spend time in the Reptile Bay where Madagascan reptiles (chameleons and plated lizards), tortoises, Australian skinks and bearded dragons and a couple of noisy parrots are housed. A large aviary hosts all kinds of ex-pet birds such as budgies, love birds, pigeons and doves, as well as guinea pigs with wild hair!

The outdoor garden hosts a Meerkat enclosure and lots of free range ducks and chickens, waiting for children to feed them with packets of seeds bought from the gift shop.

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that special item If it’s either something that will remind you of the trip in years to come or sharing your experience with family and friends, it is always preferred to get every day, quality items that will serve the user over time rather than being tacked away at the bottom of a drawer.

BARAKA Loving those places where you walk in and just feel you want everything? Well, you have to pick.

Located at the Cape Quarter Piazza.

Baraka

AMITI AT CITY SIGHTSEEING The Long Street travel depot, in number 81, stokes crafts 100% made in Cape Town. It’s not a large collection and still it holds beautiful items of attention.

GRAND GALLERY

Amiti

Located in the hub of Grand Africa Café & Beach, this lifestyle shop holds an eclectic assortment of holyday inspired items. Each product on offer will help you create a perfect travel image to share.

THE KIRSTENBOSCH SHOP

Grand Gallery

Located at Gate 1 and open every day, this shop offers the most comprehensive, high quality collections in everything from books, trough fabric products for home or wear, all the way to jewelry and art.

STREETWIRES For a gift with a social added value, there can’t be a better place.

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They hold a large selection of traditional bead work of all scales, being made by local from disadvantage communities.

Franschhoek Wine Tram @WineTram Franschhoek Wine Tram

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

Franschhoek Wine Tram currently offers five hop-on hop-off lines to choose from: Blue Line, Red Line, Yellow Line, Green Line and Purple Line. Each visiting eight wine estates and showcasing a separate part of the Franschhoek Valley.

WINE ESTATES Wine Tasting & cellar tours

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Art Gallery

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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

hello winelands Participate in (possibly) the world’s largest tasting of South African wine ever held.

WINE.CO.ZA is turning 21 and invites you to join them as they light the fires for you to braai on - so bring your meat, snacks and treats, friends and family and they will supply the venue, seating, music, entertainment and many other delights on the day.

If you can’t be in Stellenbosch at The Shed on Sunday 24th September, you are invited you to join virtually.

Sign up on www.tastesunshine.co.za and share your location so they can keep a track of how many people are tasting and sharing South African wine on the day.

If you like wine, braai, relaxing, fun, music, juggling, aerial silks (performed by the Sisonke Community Circus) and sharing great wines, this is the place to celebrate Heritage Day! Tickets are R120 for adults, R60 for children <18, free for children aged 3 & under (ONLINE PRE-PURCHASE on QUICKET ESSENTIAL) • Adult ticket includes wine in branded glass, music, seating & entertainment • Children’s ticket includes juice and popcorn, music & entertainment.

• Taste great South African Chenin Blancs & Pinotages

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 BISTRO 13 A: Welmoed Estate, Baden Powell Dr T: 021 881 3044, www.bistro13.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 Saturday 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.

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Kirstenbosch Centenary Tree Canopy Walkway Photograph by Adam Harrower

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

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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.

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 wagonmakers, the last outpost before travellers, pioneers and adventurers attempted the arduous journey into thehinterland with their oxen and theirwagons.

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hello art ‘ALTERNATIVE PRESS’ - The Work of Derek Bauer An exhibition of original cartoons dedicated to the talent of cartoonist Derek Bauer.

He became well-known for his inherently irreverent cartoons and caricatures of politicians and other prominent figures during the troubled and Apartheid-stricken South Africa and the turbulent world in the 1980s.

His work appeared in an alternative South African newspaper, The Weekly Mail, where he expressed his fiercely independent and challenging views through the critical art of cartooning.

The exhibition will also showcase contemporary cartoons by Brandon Reynolds and Jonathan Shapiro.

South African National Gallery.

September 22 To May 31, 2018.

THROUGH POSITIVE EYES The exhibition which builds on the work of South African photographer Gideon Mendel, harnessing the power of the arts to banish HIV stigma. Award-winning photographer Gideon Mendel and UCLA professor David Gere have, for the last 10 years, been building Through Positive Eyes, a participatory photography project in which people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA) share their stories in the form of photos, video, and narrative.

Through Positive Eyes features over 100 photographs, an array of commissioned two-dimensional and sculptural works, and live

storytelling documenting the realities of individualsSlave Lodge.

Till 28 February, 2018 ZEITZ MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AFRICA (Zeitz MOCAA) The museum collects, preserves, researches, and exhibits twentyfirst century art from Africa and its Diaspora; hosts international exhibitions; develops supporting educational and enrichment programmes; encourages intercultural understanding; and guarantees access for all.

The Grand Public Opening in its’ new location will be between 22 - 25 September at the new location, in the re-invented space of the old Silo in the V & A Waterfront.

HelloArt.co.za is a website dedicated to showcasing the creative energy and talents of Southern Africa’s Artists and Designers.

This dynamic digital platform provides a network and portal in which enthusiasts and investors can freely browse and buy art by style, medium, platform and a variety of other filters to assist them in finding that perfect piece.

Galleries and Artists will open their doors to the local and international market, promoting their work to potential buyers worldwide.

This unique platform allows promotion for the various establishments and provides you information about art, furniture, designs or sculptures they showcase.

Should you require any information or require assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our staff at: 021 426 5112/1 or support@helloart.co.za

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Located in the heart of Cape Town’s historic centre, on the corner of Loop and Church Streets, 99 Loop Gallery opened its’ doors just two years ago. This short span of time has seen Loop Street – once considered Bree’s ugly sister – develop into one of the creative and foodie hubs of the city. New eateries have been opening up every month, including the gallery’s own popular Solo restaurant, which provides respite from the city’s noise in its peaceful treed courtyard. Other galleries on the stretch include the African-focused Ebony and the brand new Gallery One11.

99 Loop’s classic 1800s façade conceals a warm, modern interior housing a revolving series of solo and group exhibitions of paintings, sculpture & photography. A new wing, designed by the team from Rennie Scurr Adendorff (who refurbished the Fugard Theatre in District Six), adds to the Gallery’s contemporary appeal, with over 100m2 of exhibition space. As an emerging gallery in a city with a burgeoning creative climate, 99 Loop uses its extensive double-storey space to showcase a range of up-and-coming artists from around the country, each selected for their distinctive voice.

Heading into the busy summer season, 99 Loop will be showcasing a number of solo exhibitions by artists from around the country. September sees Port Elizabethbased sculptor Jonathan van der Walt (one of 2017’s Sasol New Signatures Top 100 Finalists) showing his latest collection of resin and bronze pieces. Exhibiting alongside him is Belgian-born surrealist painter Wim Legrand, the founder of the 50ty/50ty print collection. Capetonians Khaya Sineyile and Isabella Kuijers in October are followed by Gauteng natives Anastasia Pather (a finger painter) and Nina Torr, known for her finely detailed medieval inspired works.

While 99 Loop might be one of the busiest spots on the city’s ever-popular First Thursdays, the rest of the month it’s a peaceful place where you can grab a cup of coffee from Solo and enjoy the endless creativity of our city has to offer.

99 Loop Street, Cape Town / 021 422 3766 / gallery@99loop.co.za / www.99loop.co.za

made in south africa WOMEN’S WEAR

ALEXANDRA HÖJER ATELIER 156 Bree Street

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

EDGE 29 Vredenburg Lane

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

MAXHOSA BY LADUMA 34 Long Street

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, V&A Waterfront. Studio visits by appointment only. www.pichulik.com SKINNY LAMINX Screenprinted fabrics and homeware.

201 Bree Street. skinnylaminx.com

ART EDGE Glass gallery, Cape glass studio.

29 Vredenburg Lane, off top of Long Street. Open Tuesday - Friday. www.capeglassstudio.com

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.

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.

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

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

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

Visit www.carmelart.co.za for more info

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IRMA STERN MUSEUM

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The home and studio of Irma Stern, a renowned South African artist. Comprises a permanent collection of her art and artefacts acquired during travels in Europe and Africa. A: Cecil Road, Rosebank.

Open Tue - Fri 10:00 - 17:00 & Sat 10:00 - 14:00

AIR FORCE MUSEUM Located in an active SAAF airfield, it offers a look at history as well as some contemporary tools. Visiting the main hangar is possible only on weekends.

A: Ysterplaat military base.

Open Wed to Fri 7:00 - 15:00 and Sat 8:30 - 12:00. All visitors must produce identification document.

BERTRAM HOUSE This house is the only remaining example of the English Georgian-style red brick houses that were once common in Cape Town.

District in 1901. As the more prosperous moved away to the suburbs, the area became a neglected ward of the city.

On 11 February 1966 it was declared a white area under the Group Areas Act of 1950, and by 1982, the life of the community was over. More than 60 000 people were forcibly removed to barren outlying areas aptly known as the Cape Flats, and their houses in District Six were flattened by bulldozers.

A: 25A Albertus St & Buitenkant Street.

Open Mon- Sat, 9:00- 16:00 SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH MUSEUM & HOLOCAUST CENTRE

KOOPMANS-DE WET HOUSE This house museum is furnished as a home for a well-to-do Cape family during the late 18th Century. It houses some of the best pieces of Cape furniture and silver in the country, in addition to a priceless collection of ceramics.

A: 35 Strand Street.

Open Mon to Fri 10:00 - 17:00.

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

A: 1st Floor, Union-Castle House, Dock Rd, V&A Waterfront. Open daily 10:00 - 17:00

Bertram House is an example of a home of a prosperous English family of the first part of the 19th century.

A moving tribute and detailed account of one of the great Jewish communities of the diaspora.

A: Hiddingh Campus, Orange Str..

Open10:00 - 17:00

A: 88 Hatfield Street. Open Sun - Thurs 10:00 - 15:00, Fri 10:00 - 14:00

A world-renowned selection of Nether landish art from the seventeenth- century Golden Age.

BO-KAAP MUSEUM

CAPE TOWN SCIENCE CENTRE

Showcases local Islamic culture and heritage. A: 71 Wale Street. Open Mon - Sat 10:00 - 17:00

A hub of science which aims to enrich the school curriculum and equip learners by providing valuable hands-on learning experiences using world class exhibits.

A: Old Town House, Greenmarket Square. Open daily 10:00 - 17:00

DISTRICT SIX MUSEUM Originally established as a mixed community of freed slaves, merchants, artisans, labourers and immigrants, District Six was a vibrant centre with close links to the city and the port. By the beginning of the twentieth century, however, the process of removals and marginalisation had begun.

The first to be forced out were black South Africans who were displaced from the FRANSCHHOEK MOTOR MUSEUM Offers visitors a special opportunity to look back at more than 100 years of motoring history with its unique and exciting collection of vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and memorabilia in the magnificent setting of L’Ormarins.

A: L’Ormarins Wine estate, Mon – Fri: 10:00 – 18:00, Sat & Sun: 10:00 – 16:00 HESS ART COLLECTION A platform to showcase a part of the collection that belongs to the Swiss entrepreneur, wine-producer and owner of Glen Carlou, Donald M. Hess.

He is one of the world’s major collectors of contemporary art.

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PLANETARIUM

A: 370B Main Road, Observatory.

Open Mon to Sat 9:00 - 16:30, Sun & Public Holidays 10:00 - 16:30.

A celestial theatre in the round, utilising the complex Minolta star machine and multiple projectors to transport the audience through the wonders of the universe.

HEART OF CAPE TOWN MUSEUM

A: 25 Queen Victoria Str. Open 10:00 - 17:00

The birthplace of the first ever human heart transplant.A: Groote Schuur Hospital, Main road, Observatory.

RUST EN VREUGD

Open 7 days a week between 9:00 - 17:00.

Rust en Vreugd was built as a home for Willem Cornelis Boers, a high-ranking official of the VOC (Dutch East India

A: Glen Carlou Vineyards, Paarl.

Open Mon to Fri 8:30 – 17:00, Sat, Sun & Public Holidays 10:00 - 16:00

week, 9:00 to 17:00

RUPERT MUSEUM

One of the most extensive contemporary art collections in the country displayed in the Manor House, Hotel and wine tasting center.

A: Spier Wine Estate, Stellenbosch For opening times call 021 809 1100.

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

A: Stellentia Avenue, Stellenbosch Open Weekdays: 09:30 – 16:00, Saturdays: 10:00 – 13:00 MUSEUM VAN DE CAAB The social history of the 325-year-old estate is displayed in a museum in the original wine cellar, dating back to 1740. A: Solms- Delta wine estate, Franschhoek. Open seven days a

SPIER WINE ESTATE

GROOT CONSTANTIA MANOR HOUSE One of the oldest wine farms in South Africa. Its Orientation Centre in the Jonkershuis complex uses panel, object and archaeological displays to give an overview of Groot Constantia from the past to present, including slavery on the estate. A: Groot Constantia estate.

Open 10:00 - 17:00

Company) known as a fiscal, around 1777 –1778. In 1965, William Fehr donated his private collection of works of art on paper (watercolours, prints and drawings) to the people of South Africa. This gift is housed at Rust en Vreugd.

A: 78 Buitenkant Street.

Open: Mon to Fri 10:00 - 17:00 THE SPRINGBOK EXPERIENCE - SA RUGBY MUSEUM An interactive museum, honouring the Springboks and South African rugby.

A: Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront Open 7 days a week, 10:00- 18:00 SLAVE LODGE The Slave Lodge is one of the oldest buildings in Cape Town.

The many names of the building over three centuries – Slave Lodge, Government Offices Building, Old Supreme Court, and SA Cultural History Museum – reflect the long and rich history of the building.

In 1998 this museum was renamed the Slave Lodge. Under the umbrella theme, ‘From human wrongs to human rights’, exhibitions on the lower level of this museum explore the long history of slavery in South Africa. Through our changing, temporary exhibitions we address issues around and raise awareness of human rights.

A: Corner Adderley and Wale Streets.

Open: Mon to Sat 10:00 - 17:00 SOCIAL HISTORY CENTRE The museum houses indigenous cultural material from southern Africa, artefacts from the colonial period of the Cape, including maritime and historical ar chaeology, as well as collections of world ceramics, furniture, coins and textiles, among others.

A: 17 Church Square.

Open Mon to Fri 10:00- 17:00 SOUTH AFRICAN MUSEUM The collections now range from fossils almost 700-million years old to insects and fish caught last week. There are also stone tools made by people 120 000 years ago, Museum Hours: Sunday to Thursday: 10am - 5pm, Friday: 10am - 2pm Closed Saturdays and Jewish Holidays Open Public Holidays

traditional clothes from the last century, and T-shirts printed yesterday.

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A: Company’s Garden.

Open daily 10:00- 17:00 SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL GALLERY The collections now range from fossils almost 700-million years old to insects and fish caught last week. There are also stone tools made by people 120 000 years ago, traditional clothes from the last century, and T-shirts printed yesterday.

A: Company’s Garden. Open:10:00 - 17:00 THE NEW CHURCH MUSEUM Making contemporary South African and African art accessible to the public. The Museum’s program includes exhibitions by invited curators, whose research interests and curatorial sensibilities offer the public an active engagement with the permanent collection and with artworks loaned from other private and public museums and collections, nationally and internationally.

A: 102 New Church Street, Tamboerskloof.

Open Tues & Thurs: 12:00 – 15:00, Sat: 11:00 – 15:00 ZEITZ MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY MODERN ART AFRICAN, SHORT MOCAA A public not-for-profit cultural institution that focuses on collecting, preserving, researching, and exhibiting cutting edge contemporary art from Africa and its Diaspora, and developing supporting educational and enrichment programs for all.

A: Scheryn Pavilion at the V&A Waterfront by the Bascule Bridge near the Cape Grace. Open midday to 20:00, every Wed to Sun WILLIAM FEHR COLLECTION AT THE CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE Fine and interesting examples of paintings and decorative arts of special relevance to the Cape are to be found in the William Fehr Collection. Contained in the collection is a wealth of historical information concerning the peoples and landscapes of early colonial South Africa.

Open daily 9:30 - 15:30.

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.

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 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

Cost: Adults: R50 Pensioners Students: R25 Children under 16 years: FREE VALID IDENTIFICATION REQUIRED

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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

night life

A: 76 Strand Str. T: 0213001088. Open: Mon - Sat: 11am - 1am. www.alexanderbar.co.za ARCADE A: 152 Bree Street. T: 060 861 0511 Open: Mon-Sat: 11:30 till late.

BLAH BLAH BAR A: 84 Kloof Street, Gardens T: +27 82 349 8849. Open: Tue - Sat 5pm - 2am. www.blahblahbar.co.za

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

BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB A: 158 Kloof Street Gardens T: 021 423 6805. Open: Mon - Sat 4pm - 6pm Drinks, 6pm - 11pm Kitchen www.thebombay.co.za

COCO NIGHTCLUB A: 70 Loop Street. T: 072 673 6869 Open: Fri and Sat: 10pm – 3am

PROTEA HOTEL FIRE & ICE! A: New Church Street, Tamboerskloof T: 021 488 2555. Open: Fri: 7pm – 12am & Saturday: 7pm – late SHIMMY BEACH CLUB A: South Arm Road, V&A Waterfront T: 021 200 7778. Open: Mon - Sunday 11:00 - 4:00am (Sundays 2am) Kitchen closes at 11:00pm. www.shimmybeachclub.com

ALEXANDER BAR AND CAFÉ Engineered for conversation.

Old world charm-bar.Classic cocktails, good boutique wines, craft beers and whiskies. Check out the working antique phone system. Gourmet light meals and boards served till midnight.

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ERA A: 71 Loop St T: 021 422 0202. Open: Wed, Fri & Sat 10pm - 4am. eracapetown.com GATE 69 A: 87 Bree Street. T: 021 035 1627 Email: info@gate69.co.za FICTION - DJ BAR & LOUNGE For lovers of techno, nu-rave, indie A: 226 Long Street. T: 021 424 7509 Open: Tue – Sat: 9pm – 4am www.fictionbar.com JULEP BAR A: 2 Vredenberg Lane T: 021 423 4276 Open: Wed – Sun: 6:30pm – 2am MADISON AVENUE A: 11 Mechau St. T: 072 564 3794 Email: capetown@madisonavenue.co.za Open: Fridays: 21h00 – 04h00.

Ladies no U18, Gents no U20. Saturdays: 21h00 – 04h00. Ladies no U19, Gents no U21 ORPHANAGE COCKTAIL EMPORIUM A specialist emporium of artisan cocktails, elixir’s & intoxications & delicious morsels of substance. A:227 Bree Street Corner of Bree and Orphan Street. T: 021 424 2004.

Open: Sat – Thurs: 5pm-2am; Fri: 3pm-2am. www.theorphanage.co.za THIRTY ONE A: 2 Riebeeck Street, 31 Floor, ABSA Building. T: 021 421 0581 Open: Fri and Sat: 10pm – 4am. www.thirtyone.co.za THE BANK A: 54 Queen Victoria St. T: 021 424 5306 Open Thursday to Saturday from 10pm – 04am. thebank.co.za

DECO DANCE A: 120 B Main Road Sea Point Open: Fri & Sat 8:30pm – 4:00am www.decodance.co.za JADE CHAMPAGNE BAR & LOUNGE A: 39 Main Road, Green Point T: 021 439 4108. Wed – Sat: 8pm – 2am.

CUBANA HAVANA LOUNGE LATINO SOCIAL CAFÉ A: 9 Somerset Road, De Waterkant T: 021 421 1109. Open: everyday www.cubana.co.za

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

4-STAR ACCOMMODATION | SPA | GAME DRIVE | HORSEBACK & QUAD BIKE SAFARI At the award-winning Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa, visitors will enjoy a luxurious Big 5 Safari just two hours from Cape Town. With outstanding personal service and magnificent facilities; it just does not get any better. The new world-class Spa at Aquila adds to the already exceptional services at the Reserve. It is a masterpiece of luxury that is defined by its serenity and creative use of natural elements.

Make sure you contact the reservations team today to secure your safari stay at Aquila.

TRANQUILA SPA INDOOR HEATED POOL | SAUNA | STEAM ROOM | RELAXATION AREA | OUTDOOR POOL | TEN TREATMENT ROOMS GROUP OR COUPLES ROOM | NAIL BAR FACILITIES & ACTIVITIES 4-STAR ESTABLISHMENT | PREMIER, FAMILY & STANDARD 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 | LIBRARY | CURIO SHOP CHILDRENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FACILITIES & JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAMME

Aquilasafari www.aquilasafari.com AquilaSafaris RESERVATIONS: +27 (0)21 430 7260 | MOBILE: +27 (0)83 301 9222 | RES@AQUILASAFARI.COM