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CONTENTS ROUTES TABLE VIEW – CIVIC CENTRE A dedicated lane connects Table View station in Blaauwberg Road and Civic Centre, on Hertzog Boulevard in the CBD, via PaardenEiland and Woodstock. There is also a new pedestrian access route from the suburb of Brooklyn across the canal to stations at Zoarvlei and Vrystaat, and a connection to the rail system at Woodstock. At Civic Centre station, commuters can change to a feeder service, which runs to the Gardens via Long Street and to the Waterfront via Green Point, or to the convenient and affordable Airport service. There are a total of 120 temporary stops on three bus routes, moving people between Parklands, Blouberg Sands and Big Bay (past the Blouberg Strand beach front) and the main station at Table View. These temporary stops and routes are designed to test demand and travelling patterns ahead of a more extensive and permanent network of feeder routes. F14 Big Bay – Table View – Parklands East (route to Blouberg Strand beach front) F15 Parklands East – Table View – Blouberg Sands F16 Marine Circle – Table View – Blouberg Sands The main line is scheduled every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 20 minutes during rest of the day and weekends. The feeder routes are scheduled every 15 minutes during peak times and every 20 minutes during other operating houres. Adult R10 Children under 4 years Free GARDENS-CIVIC-WATERFRONT (See My Citi Map on page 42) From at least 06:00 until 20:00 MyCiTi buses give easy access to the central business district, entertainment zones, hotels, restaurants and public spaces, cultural and historic landmarks, from the Gardens via Long and Loop Street to the Waterfront, via the Convention Centre and Green Point. Every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 20 minutes during rest of the day and weekends. Adult R5 Children under 4 years Free CIVIC CENTRE-AIRPORT Catch the convenient Airport bus between Civic Centre station in Hertzog Boulevard and Cape Town International Airport, right outside the terminal building. The Airport service runs every 20 minutes from 04:20 to 21:50. The trip takes about the same time, or slightly less, than in a private car, as follows: • Morning peak (direction City): about 20-30 minutes • Afternoon peak (direction Airport): about 45-55 minutes • Other times of the day or in opposite direction to peak hour congestion: about 15-20 minutes (subject to delays). Adult R50 Children 4 to 11 years R25 Children under 4 years Free For more information log on to www.capetown.gov.za or call the City of Cape Town Transport Centre 24/7 toll free information on 0800 65 64 63
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EXPLORE BY SEA The Waterfront Boat Company caters for a range of pleasure from a jet boat for adrenalin junky’s through harbour and fun cruises, all the way to traditional sailing and whale watching and trips on a luxury catamaran (www.waterfrontboats.co.za, Tel: 021 418 5806). On another location of the fun scale you’ll find The Jolly Roger, the only authentic Pirate ship in South Africa which sales daily from Quay 5 in the V&A Waterfront to watch the sun set over the sea, leaving Cape Town to shelter under the Table Mountain (www.pirateboat.co.za, Tel: 021 421 0909).
the inner city Loop- Gardens – city centre –waterfront and the route to Table View (Blaauwberg Strand) and back. All routes connect at the civic centre on Hertzog Blvd.
BY TRAIN The Atlantic Rail takes you to Simon’s Town and back on board wooden bodied vintage coaches dating from 1922 to 1938 attached to a steam locomotive. Tours departs from Cape Town at 10:30 am and later departing Simon’s Town at 3pm. The interval time at Simon’s Town is approximately 3 hours. Booking is essential (www.atlanticrail.co.za, Tel: 021 556 1012).
BY BUS Well known to experienced travellers, CitySightseeing is Cape Town Hop on - Hop off bus with two routes and commentary in 16 languages (www. citysighseeing.co.za, Tel: 021 511 6000). Traditional guided bus ours with a wide range of full or half day options are made by Springbok Atlas. Their tours menu have a long established reputation for quality information and destinations (www.springbokatlas.co.za, Tel: 021 460 4700). The most recent addition to the transportation system In Cape Town are My Citi buses; New and facilitated with all travellers needs including space for bicycles and luggage. Three routes are operating currently: from the airport to the cityand backward,
BY FOOT A handful of options waits for those who are looking to explore Cape Town in a new way or focus around a specific theme. No matter how unique your curiosity is, you’ll most likely be surprised to find the right guide, from hardcore history lovers to the fashion route tour for ultimate fashionistas. Cape Town Tourism Information centres in City Centre, in the Waterfront, in the Airport, in the CTICC, on Table Mountain and in eleven more locations that will provide you with maps for self guide tours or if you prefer with the most recent contacts for a tour that concentrates around your preferred subject (www.capetown.travel.co.za, Tel: 021 487 6859, 8:00 – 21:00 everyday)
ON 2 WHEELS Either you choose to experience the city and it’s out skirts in the green way or on the Voom way, few options lays ahead: bicycle tours and rentals are offered by City Cycle Tours (www.citycycletours. co.za, Tel: 021 511 4766) and by AWOL tours (www.awoltours.co.za, Tel: 083 2346 428). A motorcycle rental is a world of possibilities. Big Boy offers scooters that are fun and cheap to run (www.bigboyscooters.co.za Tel: 021 433 1735)and you can also get faster on any brand, from Harley – Davidson (www.viperlounge.co.za Tel: 087 8083750) to BMW (www.motoberlin.co.za, Tel 083 377 1133) and Yamaha (www.motorbikehire.co.za Tel: 074 190 9977 &www.thebikebusiness.co.za, Tel: 021 465 6883)
ON 3 WHEELS The traditional way will be to hire a motorcycle with a side car attached and to go either on one of the recommended routes or self-itinerary using vintage World War II sidecar (www.sidecar.co.za Tel: 021 434 9855). If you speak the language of cool and luxury then you should BOOM: it is the name if a three wheel bike especially delivered from Europe. All new, shiny and seats comfortably two adults on leather chairs elevated behind the driver that will guide and take you to a once in a life time sightseeing experience (www.capetricketours.co.za Tel: 071 219 1036)
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CALE LAMBERTS BAY CRAYFISH & CULTURAL FESTIVAL
When: Friday, 02 March 2012 to Sunday, 04 March 2012 Where: Lamberts Bay, Cape West Coast Lamberts Bay Crayfish & Cultural FestivalKreef is Afrikaans for crayfish, and a fees can be both festival and feast. At the Lambert’s Bay Kreeffees, held annualy in the Cape West Coast town of Lambert’s Bay, you’ll feast on fresh crayfish and get festive at rock concerts by some of South Africa’s favourite musicians. This year’s programme starts with the following - Friday we have die Kaapse Affodille for a “lekker boere dans” but the pre-show is with Manie Jackson, Wicus Van Der Merwe and Ray Dalyn. Saturday we have the Miss Kreeffees competition, the Silver Falcons (weather permitting), Valiant Swart, Nicholis Louw and many more. Classical Sunday will present Sterling EQ, Gugulethu Tenors and Danie Niehaus. Fun for the whole family - make a weekend of it and head to the Cape West Coast for a weekend of feasting and fun! Contact: Telephone: +27 (0)27 432-1000 RAMFEST 2012
Ostrich Ranch only 20 minutes’ drive from Cape Town along the N7, towards the West Coast and for those of you that love camping, we`ve got you sorted. The phenomenal line up on the Red Heart main stage includes In Flames (Sweden), Infected Mushroom (Israel), The Narrow, Fokofpolisiekar, Taxi Violence, Newtown Knife Gang plus many more and on the Olmeca electronic stage presents Niskerone, Netsky (Belgium), plus many more. Tickets available at the Ticket Break box office. Please note: Camping ticket does not include festival ticket and will not allow you entry to the festival arena. Contact: Audiomatik Events on +27 (0)21 8833607 CENTURY CITY SPORTS FESTIVAL
Starting Time: 7:15am (registration from 6:00am on the day) Entry Fee: R20 CAPE WINELANDS FILM FESTIVAL
When: Wednesday, 14 March 2012 to Saturday, 24 March 2012 Where: Stellenbosch Cape Winelands Film FestivalA Festival-withina-Festival, for 10 days we offer a program of timely and fascinating films which evolve organically from the programming process. A host of special events, tributes and symposia are in the works. While its perspective is clearly global, the Festival is also a showcase and forum for the South African film industry.
Date: 2-4 March 2012 Venue: Central Park, Century City Building on the success of previous festivals, Century City will be holding their 4th annual action-packed Century City Sports Festival. Aimed at both corporate teams and individual participants, the Festival offers both participatory and spectator sports held in and around Century City.
Celestial Film Nights - Get ready for an unbelievable experience. Typically festival goers arrive around 6pm to catch a movie in the Spier winery’s indoor theater or to participate in a food sampling following a cooking demonstration. There might even be a special barrel tasting! Most nights there is live entertainment before the feature film begins. Some nights you might glimpse a celebrity guest mingling informally with festival goers. Contact: +27(0)83 792-4320 THE SOUTH AFRICAN NAVY FESTIVAL
Festival sporting events include: * Senior and Junior Canoe Marathon * Cycling Kermesse * Schools Touch Rugby * Corporate Touch Rugby * U11 6-a-side Cricket * Corporate 5-a-side Soccer * Dragon Boat Racing * Canoe Polo
When: Sunday, 11 March 2012 Where: Philadelphia Ramfest 2012RAMfest has grown over the past years to be a highlight on the annual Music Festival calendar in the Western Cape. An unforgettable experience with a collective of like minded music and fun lovers, mark those calendars and join us for a mind blowing adventure into the realm of RAMfest. This year the festival location is the Cape Town
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Century City 10km Express Date: Saturday 3 March Starting Time: 7:00am (registration from 5:30am on the day) Entrance Fees: R30 Licenced Runners Runners R15 Licenced Juniors Juniors
R45 Unlicenced R25 Unlicenced
* Money for all category places *Medals for first thousand finishers Enquiries: Alan Green 082 450 8034 2.5km Fun Run Date: Saturday 3 March
When: Friday, 16 March 2012 to Sunday, 18 March 2012 Where: Simons Town The South African Navy FestivalThis is one event not to be missed! Enjoy the SA Navy Band Dry Dock Concert in the evening and then spend the rest of the weekend watching the naval display. There will be so much in the way of activities that we recommend booking your bed in Simon’s Town ASAP! There will be various events in the main arena
N DA R that both young and old will find entertaining. Some of the standard attractions to look forward to during the festival include: South African Navy ships and submarines will be open for public viewing, Tug rides, flea market, children’s activities, Gun Run Display, Navy Band performance, SA Navy Precision Drill, ship boarding display by the Maritime Reaction Squadron, Lynx & Oryx Helicopters display, live cannon firings, South African Navy diving display, Dry Dock concert, Right of Entry Parade through Simon’s Town, Navy Choir performance, Night Gunnery Shoot and more... Entrance to the festival is free and gates will open daily at 10am until 6pm. Bring your families and have fun with all the Navy personnel! THE FEAST OF THE GRAPE
When: Wednesday, 21 March 2012 Where: Durbanville The Feast of The GrapeThe Durbanville Wine Valley will host the Feast of the Grape on the 21st March 2012. This harvest festival is a complete package of wine, great food & fine music – from picking a bunch, making your own wine, to wine tastings and cellar tours. Participating Wine Farms include Participating Farms Altydgedacht, Bloemendal, D’Aria, De Grendel, Diemersdal, Durbanville Hills, Hillcrest, Meerendal and Nitída.
Franschhoek OesfeesThe 5th annual 2012 Franschhoek Oesfees wine festival will take place on Saturday, March 24th and promises to be a day of wonderful, traditional live Cape music, delicious Kaapsekos, and plenty of Vastrap to celebrate the end of the harvest with Franschhoek’s vineyard workers in foot stomping revelry at one of the most picturesque settings in the winelands - the Solms-Delta Wine Estate. In association with the ATKV, top local artists are all set to sparkle again with local Cape gems in a day of celebration and family-fun. The inimitable Soli Philander is MC for the day and will introduce South African favourites Radio Kalahari Orkes, Valiant Swart & Ollie Viljoen, Stef Bos and Tribal Echo with the ever-popular Hannes Coetzee (of Karoo Kitaar Blues ‘spoonslide’ fame) and new Cape dynamo Les Javan. Music enthusiasts will feast on the unique Cape sounds of vastrap, langarm, Cape jazz, ghoema, klopse, and boeremusiek led by the Blinde Boereorkes and supported by local favourites the Papier Familie - for generations a musical tour de force in the Valley. Tickets cost R110 and are at Solms-Delta wine estate (located on the R45 to Franschhoek), and at the Franschhoek tourism offices. Tickets are also available from Musica outlets for R120, or at the gate for R130. Tickets exclude food and beverage coupons, which are available for purchase at the event. Children under 12 enter free if accompanied by their parents. Times: Starts at 11am & ends at 9pm Contact The Solms Delta Wine Estate on +27 (0)21 874-3937 HUMAN RIGHTS DAY rights is access to a clean and healthy environment. As responsible citizens, we need to ensure that these rights are respected by finding ways, no matter how small, to improve the quality of people’s lives.
WELLINGTON HARVEST FESTIVAL
When: Saturday, 17 March 2012 to Sunday, 18 March 2012 Where: Wellington Wellington Harvest FestivalDuring this weekend the people of Wellington invite guests from all over the country to come and experience Wellington. Good food, fine wine, and superb entertainment. Come and join in the fun and experience Wellington. Visitors are required to purchase an access pass at their first port of call or Wellington Tourism Office, serving as registration to the weekend. This includes a wine tasting glass together with your programme. The pass will allow you free wine tasting at participating cellars through out the weekend. Thereafter it works on a pay-asyou-go system with many of the activities for free. Be there when the heart of the Cape Winelands is transformed into a one-stop venue for nonstop fun, including outdoor activities, potjiekos competitions, grape stomping, cellar visits and much more. Tickets: R80 per person (under 18’s enter free) Venues: Wellington’s surrounding wine farms Contact: Peter on +27 (0)21 864-2479
Tickets & Bookings: Please make all your bookings for any of the activities directly with the host farms. Don’t delays as places are limited. Contact Us: Michelle van Staden on telephone: +27 (0)83 310-1228 FRANSCHHOEK OESFEES
When: Saturday, 24 March 2012 Where: Franschhoek
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MUSEUMS HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT
The Houses Of Parliament are an architectural wonder. Gallery tickets are available from Room 12. Overseas visitors must present their passports. The parliament building, which also houses the Library of Parliament, is beautiful, with its central dome and Corinthian porticos and pavilions. You can also sit in the public gallery during a parliamentary session.The original designer, Charles Freeman, miscalculated the foundations and was replaced by Henry Greaves, who oversaw the building until completion in 1885. The new House of Assembly was designed by Sir Herbert Baker. A pedestrian walkway, Government Avenue, runs through the Company Gardens and provides easy access to Parliament and other nearby attractions are Greenmarket Square, the Castle of Good Hope and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Between July and January, guided tours take place from Monday to Friday: 11:00 and 14:00 Visiting Address:90 Plein Street Cape Town Tel: 021 403 2266 Houses of Parliament - Cape Town on the web: http://www.parliament.gov.za/
T: 021 465 1546 http://www.sajewishmuseum.co.za
THE SOUTH AFRICAN RUGBY MUSEUM
Situated a touch kick away from Newlands Rugby Stadium, the SA Rugby Museum offers an exciting and thought-provoking insight into the history of the game in South Africa. With items dating back to 1891 the museum is a must for any sports fan visiting Cape Town. Take a trip down memory lane; listen to some old radio commentaries; follow the path to unity in South African Rugby and the emergence of the South African Rugby Football Union out of the four previous administration bodies. This museum is a fitting tribute to all South African rugby players, administrators and supporters. Tours are scheduled by arrangement from Monday to Friday, between 09h00 and 16h00. Only groups will be accommodated on Saturdays and Public Holidays.No tours will take place on match days. T : 021 686 2150 http://www.newlandstours.co.za
SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH MUSEUM
The museum is interactive and Hi-tech, using different media to present highlights of South Africa history, and transforming the Jewish community’s story into a vital account of individual and organizational roles and contributions. Dynamic display reveal the community’s response to the moral and political challenges that confronted them. On view are rare Judaica artifacts, animated video footage of famous Barney Barnato and Max Rose, and an award winning documentary film ‘Nelson Mandela. A Righteous Man’, which is screened throughout the day. Opening Times: 10:00-17:00 Sun-Thur, 10:00-14:00 Fri.
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GOLD OF AFRICA This unique museum entices visitors to experience the ancient, sometimes mystical relationship that exists between gold and the African continent through state - of - the art visuals and artistic displays. The museum is home to a collection of 350 West african gold artefacts as well as objects from the ancient gold civilizations of southern Africa. Martin Melck House, 96 Strand Street. Opening Times: 09:30 - 17:00
T: 021 405 1540
CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE Contained in the collection is a wealth of historical information concerning the peoples and landscapes of early colonial South Africa. It is one of the most important public collections of artefacts of the period. Buitenkant Street Opening Times: 09:30 - 16:00 daily. T: 021 464 1260
DISTRICT 6 MUSEUM District Six was named the Sixth Municipal District of Cape Town in 1867. Original established as mixed community of freed slaves, merchants, artisan, labourers and immigrants, District Six was vibrant centre with close links to the city and the port. By the beginning of the twentieth century, however, the history of removals and marginalization had begun. www.districtsix.co.za 021 466 7200 Visiting hours: Mon: 09:00 – 14:00 Tues – Sat. 09:00 – 16:00
ART IN PUBLIC SPACES PUTS CAPE TOWN IN THE SPOTLIGHT FOR MARCH 2012
The Africa Centre’s, Infecting The City Public Arts Festival, will explode on to the streets and public spaces of Cape Town for the fifth time from the 6th to the 10th March 2012.. Infecting The City is by far the largest and most diverse annual public arts festival in South Africa. This year, celebrated local and international artists will create artworks that unlock the communal spaces in the Cape Town City Centre. The art will encourage audiences to see, hear and smell the extraordinary by taking a fresh look at the Mother City, its citizens, and themselves in radically different ways. Prepare to see Cape Town in a whole new light! For more information, visit http://www.infectingthecity.com, like the Festival on Facebook, follow ITC on Twitter (@infectingthecit) or call the Africa Centre on 021 422 0468.
INSTALLATIONS
WED - SAT 9am-5pm
Artist
Venue
The Diagnosis
Leila Anderson & Stan Wannet
Shop 3 Allianz House, Castle Street
Celia’s Story
Ruth Levin-Vorster
Mandela Rhodes Place Gallery
Spaces
Erin Bosenberg
Mandela Rhodes Place Gallery
Abawon: Stains
Olaniyi Rasheed Akindiya
Station Forecourt, then across the City
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Artist
Venue
Death and the Maidens
Dada Masilo
Iziko South African Museum Steps
The Rake’s Progress
UCT Opera
Rose Garden, The Company’s Gardens
Bodies in Light
Victorine Müller
Taj Hotel Balcony
Tuesday, 6 March 2012, 6pm -10pm
Welcome and Exhibition Opening
Upper St George’s Mall
Capeofon
Ole Hamre
Upper St George’s Mall
Exhibition viewing
Anderson &Wannet, Levin-Vorster and Bosenberg
Mandela Rhodes Place Gallery
Orange Book Infected Edition
Chas Unwin
Groote Kerk Alley, Church Square
Artist
Venue
Wednesday, 7 March 2012, 1pm -5:30pm Title Invasion
Cape Town City Ballet
Golden Acre Atrium
Flash Mob of Note
UCT Choir
CT Station Concourse
Cape Tone
Justin Krawitz
CT Station Concourse
Abawon: Stains
Olaniyi Rasheed Akindiya
CT Station Forecourt
We All Matter
Jackie Job & Emilie Lelouch
CT Station Forecourt
Uvuko! Resurrection
Mandla Mbothwe
CT Station Forecourt
EkSê
Diana Page
CT Station Forecourt
My Sound Is Too Big for This Confined Space
LeánCoetzer
Long Street (Btwn Castle and Hout St)
Bricolage
SanjunMuftiç
Slave Church
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Wednesday, 7 March 2012, 6:30pm -9:30pm Title
Artist
Venue
NTU///
Vincent Mantsoe
Iziko South African Museum Steps
EkSê
DianaPage
Iziko South African Museum Steps
Cantico
Jazzart
Iziko South African Museum Steps
Bodies in Light
Victorine Müller
15 On Orange
Ilulwane
Athi-Patra Ruga
Long Street Baths
Title
Artist
Venue
The Cape Doctor
LeánCoetzer
Eduardo Villa Sculpture, Old Marine Drive
Cooking Information on the Streets of Ikapa
Gloria Nozipho Mbhele
Adderley St Fountains Robots& Environs
Jack and Juli take to the streets
Jacques Coetzer
Lower St George’s Mall
The Sacrifice
Mandisi Shindo
St George’s Mall /Strand St
My Dream
Esti Kruger, Leonard Shapiro& Yasmin Ezzideen
St George’s Mall /Castle St
Stop, Start, Continue
Isgak Stemmet
St George’s Mall /Castle St
The Diagnosis
Leila Anderson and Stan Wannet
Shop 3 Allianz House, Castle St
Flash Mob
City Varsity
St George’s Mall / Castle St
Bricolage
SanjunMuftiç
Slave Church. 40 Long St
EkSê
Diana Page
Middle Long Stprecinct
Title
Artist
Venue
Death and the Maidens
Dada Masilo
Iziko South African Museum Steps
The Rake’s Progress
Cape Town Opera
Rose Garden, The Company Gardens
Bodies in Light
Victorine Müller
Taj Hotel Balcony
Capeofon
Ole Hamre
Church Square
Classics on Church
Cape Philharmonic Orchestra
Church Square
Orange Book Infected Edition
Chas Unwin
Groote Kerk Alley, Church Square
Time
Artist
Venue
09:00am – 12:30pm
Towards a Public Art Policy
Hiddingh Hall
Thursday, 8 March 2012, 1pm -5pm
Thursday, 8 March 2012, 6pm - 10pm
Friday, 9 March 2012, Discussion
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Infecting the city Friday, 9 March 2012, 1pm – 5:30 pm Title
Artist
Venue
Invasion
Cape Town City Ballet
Golden Acre Atrium
Flash Mob of Note
UCT Choir
CT Station Concourse
Cape Tone
Justin Krawitz
CT Station Concourse
Abawon: Stains
Olaniyi Rasheed Akindiya
CT Station Forecourt
We All Matter
Jackie Job &Emilie Lelouch
CT Station Forecourt
Uvuko! Resurrection
Mandla Mbothwe
CT Station Forecourt
EkSê
Diana Page
CT Station Forecourt
My Sound Is Too Big for This Confined Space
LeánCoetzer
Long St (Btwn Castle / Hout St)
Bricolage
SanjunMuftiç
Slave Church. 40 Long St
Title
Artist
Venue
Lot
Nicola Hanekom
Moravian Church, District Six
Bodies in Light
Victorine Müller
15 On Orange
Cantico
Jazzart
Iziko South African Museum Steps
Ilulwane
Athi-Patra Ruga
Long Street Baths
Title
Artist
Venue
Flash Mobs
UCT Choir
St George's Mall / Castle St
Acting Flash Mob
City Varsity
St George's Mall / Castle St
My Dream
Esti Kruger, Leonard Shapiro& Yasmin Ezzideen
St George's Mall / Castle St
Stop, Start, Continue
Isgak Stemmet
St George's Mall / Castle St
The Sacrifice
Mandisi Shindo
St George's / Strand St
Jack & Juli take to the streets
Jacques Coetzer
St George's / Waterkant St
Cooking Information on the Streets of Ikapa
Gloria Nozipho Mbhele
Adderley St Fountains Robots & Environs
The Cape Doctor
LeánCoetzer
Eduardo Villa Sculpture, Old Marine Drive
Serenading the Station
Cape Philharmonic Youth Wind Ensemble
CT Station Forecourt
Title
Artist
Venue
Lot
Nicola Hanekom
Monravian Church, District Six
Bodies in Light
Victorine Müller
Fan Walk, cnr Waterkant/Buitengracht
teka munyika
Sello Pesa/ Vaughn Sadie
Prestwich Place, cnr Waterkant/Buitengracht Rd
Phylum and Phoenix
Julia Raynham
Prestwich Place, cnr Waterkant/Buitengracht Rd
Friday, 9 March 2012, 6pm -9:30 pm
Saturday, 10 March 2012, 9am – 1pm
Saturday, 10 March 2012, 6:30pm – 10pm
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TOURISM NEWS TRAVEL AND TOURISM BUSINESS PERFORMANCE IMPROVES IN LAST QUARTER 2011
The latest results of the TBCSA FNB Tourism Business Index (TBI) show a marked improvement in business performance for the last quarter of 2011. The TBI registered a performance index of 87.3 in quarter four of 2011, against an expected industry index of 80.7 and an actual index of 70.0 for the previous quarter. This report also marks the first anniversary of the index. The TBCSA FNB Tourism Business Index is an initiative of the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA), sponsored by First National Bank (FNB) and compiled by Grant Thornton. The index provides a national indication of the current and future performance, across the various businesses operating within the South African travel and tourism sector. Chief Executive Officer for the TBCSA, MmatšatšiMarobe says the positive results are encouraging: “Considering that the index had been on a steady decline since the start of 2011, it is encouraging to see that we have ended the year on a more positive note and we hope that this is a trend that will continue in 2012, despite the on-going economic hurdles”. In this edition of the TBI, both sub-indices (accommodation and other tourism business sectors) performed better than was anticipated, with the results of the accommodation sector showing a near return to normal operating levels. However expected business performance is still a modest 82.2 for the first quarter of 2012. “The surge in domestic leisure business over the festive season and the recent hosting of COP17 have provided a much needed boost to business performance in quarter four of 2011, but the index also indicates that industry still has a realistic view of the challenges that lie ahead” explained Gillian Saunders, Head of Advisory Services at Grant Thornton. Pieter de Bruin, Head of Industry Sales at FNB says, “The latest result of the TBI again shows that there are always different cycles in business, such is the importance of South Africa being an events destination and having a healthy domestic tourism market. We trust that this may be the first sign of the industry making the turn into positive territory”. “When we launched the TBI project in 2010, one of the key objectives was to develop a business tool which would produce relevant information that will assist us to map out a clear picture of the general health within our industry” says Marobe. “At this point the index is showing positive signs of progress; however it also highlights the important role that the domestic and regional markets can play in boosting tourism trade.” In conclusion, Marobe urged the private sector to “go a little further” in catering for the domestic and regional markets, by actively engaging these markets and developing suitable packages which still offer value for money. “At this point, renewed focus on these markets might just be industry’s solution
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providers would then be able to rent surplus capacity on the City fibre network.
CONNECTING CAPE TOWN TO ITSELF AND THE WORLD
The Fringe: connecting to huge bandwidth Making this extra capacity available for city businesses is vital for economic growth. “We expect to be able to make fibre available to businesses near the end of the year,” says Leon van Wyk, telecommunications manager for the City of Cape Town. “There is quite a significant demand, and it’ll be important for us to make it ready once we can support and maintain it properly.” What of national and international bandwidth? “To bring the price down on international bandwidth would mean first making it more accessible through undersea fibre cables,” Leon explains. “This is happening already with the SEACOM cable north of Durban and the West Africa Cable System which is set to be live between Yzerfontein and Europe. National bandwidth must become cheaper and the only way of doing this is through competition. At present there are only a handful of national operators but hopefully the burgeoning national fibre networks that are coming online will stimulate some serious competition and drive down prices.” If communication is vital for innovation, will there be better broadband in The Fringe, Cape Town’s up-and-coming design and innovation district? “The City is looking at the possibility of servicing the area with a concentrated fibre network that may be connected to each and every building in The Fringe,” says Leon. Chris Vermeulen, general manager of the city’s best-known tech incubator, the Bandwidth Barn, hopes to be based in this innovation district soon. Why? “Connected to the fibre network, The Fringe will be a truly collaborative environment. If it really works out and becomes a highly connected hub, we’ll see a lot of magic happening there. It’s a great idea to set aside somewhere where we can have a lot of collaboration between design and creative innovation. There are so many examples of this kind of development; the world over there are huge success stories. It would be a great boost for entrepreneurs if we produce more success stories and heroes.” Sourced by Cape Town Partnership
Imagine never having to wait for a YouTube video to buffer. Or not having to think twice about making a phone call to prospective customers. The city, province and others are working towards flooding the city with broadband.By 2014 the City of Cape Town intends to put in place around 300 kilometres of fibre-optic cable, and already many kilometres of cable have been laid. Communication drives innovation What does this mean? “We need to communicate to innovate,” explains Steve Vosloo, a researcher who looks at the intersection of mobile phones and development in Africa. “When entrepreneurs don’t need to think twice about calling 20 customers in a day, that will open a floodgate. Those accessing the internet off their phones, like informal traders, could really benefit from free, or really cheap, broadband access.“Lots of innovation is happening totally under the radar – in people’s garages, in backyards, in shacks – but these are all pretty small-scale and the lessons aren’t really communicated out. If you can provide a network to connect these people – help them research what others are doing, find that someone down the street who is working on the same thing – then good ideas can be amplified and businesses scaled up. The glue of it all is cheap, reliable internet access.” Internet access has become a business-critical service in our modern society. Our local internet prices are among the highest in the world and they are a real barrier to economic growth. To bring down the cost of broadband, three components need to be understood – international bandwidth, national bandwidth, and the last mile link. Currently access to all three components is very expensive, and so the broadband infrastructure project was initiated as the most feasible way for local government to help. The project is implementing an extensive and low-priced fibre-optic network that will function as the last mile link between the 600 government buildings in the city. Key to this is that telecoms
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Concerts Events List 2011 | 2012
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20/11/11 Locnville | Jax Panik
(1)
18/03/12 Freshlyground
(1)
27/11/11 Jack Parow | Van Coke | Die Heuwels Fantasties | JR PG (L) (1)
25/03/12 Hugh Masekela
(1)
04/12/11 Lira
(1)
01/04/12 Hot Water | Wrestlerish
(5)
11/12/11 The Parlotones
(2)
15/12/11 Carols by Candlelight Rotary
(3)
(1)
Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID BotSoc members with card
: R100.00 : R75.00 : R90.00
16/12/11 Carols by Candlelight Rotary
(4)
17/12/11 Carols by Candlelight Rotary
(4)
(2)
Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID BotSoc members with card
: R125.00 : R95.00 : R105.00
18/12/11 Carols by Candlelight Rotary
(4)
26/12/11 Zebra & Giraffe
(1)
(3)
Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID Children (2-5yrs)
: R50.00 : R30.00 : R5.00
31/12/11 Prime Circle & Elvis Blue
(6)
01/01/12 Mango Groove
(1)
(4)
Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID Children (2-5yrs)
: R60.00 : R40.00 : R10.00
08/01/12 Plush | The Graeme Watkins Project
(5)
15/01/12 Johnny Clegg
(1)
(5)
Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID BotSoc members with card
: R80.00 : R55.00 : R70.00
22/01/12 Dan Patlansky | Natasha Meister
(5)
29/01/12 Zahara | Claire Phillips
(1)
(6)
Tickets
: R250.00
05/02/12 Flash Republic | Foto Na Dans
(5)
12/02/12 Going Back to the Crossroads
(1)
19/02/12 Taxi Violence | Machineri
(5)
26/02/12 The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra
(1)
04/03/12 The Blues Broers featuring Albert Frost
(5)
11/03/12 Goldfish
(1)
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• 26 Dec 2011 • 8 Jan 2012
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DINING ASIAN BUKHARA
taurants.../Restaurants/ Taiwan-city-Restaurant
A: 33 Church Str. T: 021 424 0000 www.bukhara.com
TAKUMI
EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR A: The Wellington Darling Street T: 021 461 2458 www.easternfoodbazaar. co.za
HAIKU A: 58 Burg Street T: 021 424 7000 www.bukhara.com
A: 3 Park Road, Gardens T: 021 424 8879 www.food24.com/Restaurants-and.../Restaurants/ Takumi
RG’S KABAB MAHAL
A: 315 Main Road T: 021 434 0008 / 9 www.dining-out.co.za
WAKAME &WAFU
TAIWAN CITY A: Shop 421, Canal Walk Century City T: 021 555 3081 www.food24.com/Res-
A: 1st and 2nd Floor, Cnr Surrey Place and Beach Road Mouille Point T: 021 433 2377 www.wakame.co.za
GAME ARNOLD’S RESTAURANT
www.captains-table.co.za
FRANCOIS RESTAURANT
A: 60 Kloof Street T: 021 424 4344
A: Aquila Game Lodge T: 021 421 4998 www.aquilasafari.com
A: Cnr Beach & Recreation Road Fish Hoek T: 021 782 3066 www.food24.com/Restaurants.../Restaurants/ Francois-Restaurant
BLACK MARLIN
MAMA AFRICA
A: Main Road, Millers Point, Simons Town T: 021 876 1621 www.blackmarlin.co.za
A: 178 Long Street T: 021 426 1017 www.dining-out.co.za
CAPE MALAY RESTAURANT
A: Cnr Coen Steytler and Heerengracht Road, Foreshore T: 021 418 3366 www.marimbasa.com
BIG 5 SOUTH AFRICAN
A: Hohenort Hotel 93 Brommeryslei Road T: 021 794 2137 www.cellars-hohenort. com/cape-malay
CITY GRILL STEAKHOUSE A: V & A Waterfront T: 021 421 9820 www.citygrill.co.za
MARIMBA
THEO’S GRILL
A: 163 Beach Road Mouille Point T: 021 439 3494 www.dining-out.co.za
WESTCOAST OSTRICH FARM A: Westcoast Ostrich
CAPTAIN’S TALE & Ranch, Van Schoorsdrif TWO & SIXPENCE Rd, Philadelphia off N7 PUB T: 021 972 1955 A: 88 St George’s Street T: 021 786 1371
www.ostrichranch.co.za
GRILLS 1800
SQUIRES
A: The Cape Royal, 47 Main Road T: 021 430 0506
A: The District, Grand West Casino T: 021 534 9194
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& UNION A: 110 Bree Street T: 021 422 2770 www.wininganddining. co.za/western-cape/capetown/city-bowl/-union
CARNE- SA The annual Cape Town Carnival ignites the Mother City with life for the third time on Saturday, March 24 at the Fanwalk, Somerset Street, Greenpoint, bringing together a spectacular celebration of art, music and dance. The Fanwalk opens with street performers at 5pm and the Carnival parade starts at 8pm.This year the venue moves from Long Street to the popular Fanwalk and promises to transform this Carnival corridor into an explosion of colour, music and dance. “Due to the overwhelming support the carnival garnered last year, we had no choice but to move to a larger space to accommodate the continually growing audience.’’ said Jay Douwes, CEO of the Cape Town Carnival. Unveiling the 2012 theme, “Cape to Cairo” at the media launch held today, the Cape Town Carnival will celebrate the rich history and diversity of our city, country and continent. "The Cape to Cairo theme of this year's Carnival not only celebrates the rich art, music, culture and heritage of the African continent, it also helps raise awareness around important issues like Xenophobia," said Paul Mashatile, Minister of Arts and Culture. The Carnival parade includes 11 themed Pods with 80 Lead performers in larger than life costumes, 9 richly decorated floats and 11 Academies. Each Academy has 150 community dancers and the Cape Town Carnival brings together 45 community performance groups from 23 different areas in Cape Town. The 3 best lead dancers on the night will travel to Brazil to perform at the 2013 Rio Carnival. Some of the creative in this year’s themes includes an array of dancers that will follow floats like the majestic African Queen, the lively streets of Cape Town, the diverse landscapes, people and sounds our country and continent and ending with a celebration of a progressive futuristic Egypt. Food and beverages will be available from the various restaurants, cafes, bars and additional street vendors along the Carnival corridor. MyCiti bus services will be in operation and spectators are encouraged to use public transport on the day to avoid inner city congestion.Late night trains and buses will be provided to take Carnivalistas home after the event.Watch the press and website for updates about road closures and parking.The Carnival parade will be followed by a free street party from 11pm until midnight at theend of the Carnival route (York Street) with DJ Dino Bravo. The objectives of the Cape Town Carnival are multi-faceted: Celebrating diversity, fostering social cohesion, promoting economic development and tourism and facilitating training and development, particularly among the youth of Cape Town. Grant Pascoe, Mayoral Committee Member for Tourism, Events and Marketing says, “The Cape Town Carnival is in pace with so many of the City of Cape Town’s tourism and events objectives – involvement of Capetonians as spectators and participants, creative expression for local artists, activation of public spaces, and showcasing Cape Town vibe for visitors. We look forward to celebrating with the people of Cape Town Sponsors for the 2012 Cape Town Carnival include The Department of Arts and Culture, the City of Cape Town, MNet, DSTV, Provincial Government Western Cape, Media 24 and Heart 104.9FM. For more info on the Cape Town Carnival: http://www.capetowncarnival.com Facebook: Cape Town Carnival Twitter: ctcarnival BBPin: 29201BFO Tel: 021-446-5296 Media enquiries: 021-466-1052/072 409 5249 Ayesha @capetowncarnival.com
A: 70 Keerom Street T: 021 424 3460 www.carne-sa.com
GRAND CAFÉ & BEACH
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THE FAMOUS BUTCHERS A: 101 Buitengracht St Lodge Hotel T: 021 422 0880
THE HUSSAR GRILL
A: Granger Bay Road, off Beach Road T: 021 425 0551 www.thegrand.co.za
A: 107A, Main Road, Green Point T: 021 433 2081 www.dining-out.co.za
HEADQUARTERS
ZORBA’S
A: Heritage Square, 100 Shortmarket Street T: 021 424 6373 www.hqrestaurant.co.za
A: 3 Lagoon Beach Milnerton T: 021 528 2093 www.zorbas.co.za
INTERNATIONAL 96 WINERY ROAD RESTAURANT A: Winery Road off R44 Zanberg farm T: 021 842 2020 www.96wineryroad.co.za
BLUES RESTAURANT A: The Promenade, Victoria Road Camps Bay T: 021 438 2040 www.blues.co.za
DE VOLKSKOMBUIS A: An de Wagenweg Stellenbosch T: 021 887 2121 www.volkskombuis.co.za
LA COLOMBE A: Constantia Uitsig Estate T: 021 794 2390 www.constantia-uitsig. com
LA PETITE FERME A: Pass Road Franschhoek T: 021 876 3016 www.lapetiteferme.co.za
MANO’S
A: 39 Main Road T: 021 434 1090 www.mano.co.za
MON PLAISIR A: At Chamonix Wine Farm Uitkyk Street T: 021 876 2393 www.monplaisir.co.za
REUBEN’S
A: Oude Stallen 19 Huguenot Road T: 021 876 3772 www.reubens.co.za
THE ROUNDHOUSE
A: Kloof Road T: 021 438 4347 www.theroundhouserestaurant.co.za
MEDITERRANEAN 95 KEEROM
A: 021 423 0850 T: Wale & Pentz Street www.biesmiellah.co.za
ADEGA
IL LEONE MASTRANTONIO
A: Cnr Main & Glengariff Rd, Sea Point T: 021 434 3029 www.adegas.co.za
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BIESMIELLAH
A: 95 Keerom Street T: 021 422 0765 www.95keerom.com
A: 22 Cobern Street, Green Point T: 021 421 0071
NING www.mastrantonio.com
LA PERLA A: Cnr Church & Beach Roads, Sea Point T: 021 434 2471 www.laperla.co.za
MYKONOS TAVERNA
ROCCA A: Cape Quarter, 27 Somerset Rd, Green Point T: 021 418 8000
TASCA RESTAURANT
A: 343 Main Road, Sea Point T: 021 439 2106
A: Shop 154, V&A Waterfront T: 021 438 1213 www.tascadebelem.co.za
POSTICINO
VALORA
A: Cnr Main & Albany Roads, Sea Point T: 021 439 4014 / 3964 www.posticino.co.za
A: Corner of Loop & Hout Street T: 021 426 1001 www.valora.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 www.dining-out.co.za
DUNES A: 1 Beach Road T: 021 790 1876 www.dunesrestaurant.co.za
GREEK FISHERMAN A: Shop 157, V&A Waterfront T: 021 418 5411 www.greekfisherman. co.za
OCEAN BLUE A: Shop 3, The Promenade Victoria Road Camps Bay
T: 021 438 9838 / 9 www.dining-out.co.za
PANAMA JACKS A: Quay 500, Cape Town Harbour T: 021 447 3992 www.panamajacks.net
PARANGA A: Shop 1, The Promenade, Victoria Road Camps Bay T: 021438 0404 www.paranga.co.za
PIGALLE A: 57 A Somerset Road Green Point T: 021 421 4848 www.pigallerestaurants. co.za
SOUTHPOLE A: Ocean Square, Sunset Beach T: 021 551 5752 www.southpolerestaurant. co.za
THE LOOKOUT DECK A: Harbour Road T: 021 790 0900 www.thelookoutdeck.co.za
TAPAS BLAKES BAR & LOUNGE A: 189 Buitengracht Street T: 072 451 5356 021 422 4747 www.blakesbar.co.za CAFE SOFIA A: 60 Kloof Street Gardens T: 021 426 0801
A: 1st Floor, The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps bay T: 021 438 3660 A: 267 main Road, Sea Point T: 021 439 7993 www.cafesofia.co.za
FRENCH TOAST A: 199 Bree Street T: 021 422 4084 www.frenschtoastwine.com
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DINING FORK A: 84 Long Street T: 021 424 6334 www.fork-restaurant. co.za
GIOVANNI’S
A: 103 Main Road, Green Point T: 021 434 6893 www.giovannisrestaurant.com
LA BRUXIA
Point T: 021 434 8794 www.labohembistro. co.za
food.Strikly Halaal A: 273 Longmarket St. Signal Hill, Bo- Kaap T: 021 424 0529 www.noonguntearoom.co.za
SALERO
NYONIS KRAAL
A: Shop No 7216, Upper Level, V & A Waterfront T: 021 421 1916 www.waterfront.co.za/ eat/eatcontent/Pages/ Salero.aspx
A: 341 Main Road, Sea
A TASTE OF AFRICA ADDIS IN CAPE - Ethopian A: 41 Church Street www.addisincape.co.za
T: 021 424 5722
AFRICA CAFE From Moroccan through Ethiopian and Zambian, all the way to Xhosa and Cape Malay. A: 108 Shortmarket street T: 032 422 0221 www.africacafe.co.za BIESMIELLAH - Cape Malay experience A: Wale & Pentz Streets, Bo-Kaap,T: 021 423 0850 www.biesmiellah.co.za
GOLD
GOLD Restaurant is a vibrant, eclectic Pan-African experience GOLD of Africa Museum A: 96 Strand Street T: 021 421 4653 www.goldrestaurant.co.za
THE CAPE MALAY RESTAURANT
The spicey, rustic colours of the Cape’s unique cuisine at the Cellars . A: 93 Brommersvlei Road Constantia T: 021 794 2149 www.cellars-hohenort.com/cape-malay
LELAPA Traditional Township restaurant in Langa A: 49 Harlem Avenue, Langa T: 021 694 2681 www.theunlimitedletsgo.co.za
IKHAYA Ikhaya African Restaurant offers a memorable celebration of fine food and resplendent surroundings A: V&A Waterfront T: 021 418 3728 www.ikhaya.co.za
MAMMA AFRICA A place of African Food, African Music & African Happiness A: 178 Long Street T: 021 426 1017 www.mamaafricarest.net
MARCO’S AFRICAN PLACE Indigenous African & Cape Malay Cuisine A: 15 Rose Lane Bo-Kaap, Cape Town T: 021 423 5412 www.marcosafricanplace.co.za MOYO Sophisticated African experience A: Eden on the Bay Shopping Centre Bloubergstra nd T: 021 554 9671 / 2 www.moyo.co.za
NOON GUN TEA ROOM & RESTAURANT - Aromatic, Spicy, traditional Cape Malay
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Traditional African, Eastern and European flavours, recipes and cultures together A: 98 Long Street T: 021 422 0529 / 0525 www.nyoniskraal.co.za
ROOTIS CAPE MALAY Authentic Cape Malay Farefully halaal A: Clock Tower Centre,Waterfront T: 021 425 8810 www.waterfront.co.za/eat/.../Pages/RootisCapeMalayRestaurant.aspx
CHEF RESTAURANTS DEAR ME Cuisine: A celebration of local and seasonal by Vanessa Marx Open: Monday to Friday: 7:00-15:00. Dinner Thursday by Vanessa Marx. A: 165 Longmarket Street, CBD T: 021 422 4920 www.dearme.co.za
LA MOUETTE Cuisine: Exciting, modern French food with a distinctly Mediterranean flair by Henry Vigar Open: Dinner - Monday to Sunday, Lunch - Friday to Sunday A: 78 Regent Roa, Sea Point T: 021 433 0856 http://lamouette-restaurant.co.za
THE TEST KITCHEN Cuisine: Innovative creations by Luke Dale-Roberts Open: Lunch & Dinner - Tuesday to Saturday, A: The Old Biscuit Mill, 375 Albert Road, Woodstock T: 021 447 2337 http://thetestkitchen.co.za
BIZERCA BISTRO Cuisine: A marriage of traditional French classics with the own authentic style of Cyrillia and Laurent Deslandes. Open: Lunch & Dinner -Monday to Friday A: Jetty Street, Forshore T: 021 418 0001 NOBU & REUBEN’S restaurants at the One & only Hotel are listed farther ahead
HALAAL BIHARI - Indian
www.dining-out.co.za
SIMPLY ASIA
A: V & A Waterfront / Heritage Square (CBD) T: 021 425 5555 www.simplyasia.co.za ANATOLI– Turkish Restaurant A: 24 Napier Street Greenpoint T: 021 419 2501 www.anatoli.co.za
EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR A: 96 Longmarket Street T: 021 461 2458 www.easternfoodbazaar.co.za OCEAN BASKET –Seafood A: Cnr Main and Gabriel Road, Plumstead T: 021 761 0765 (All of Ocean basket food in all the branches is strictly Halaal) www.oceanbasket.com THAI RAK SA – ASIAN A: cnr of Blaawberg Road & Marine Drive, Table View T: 021 975 1611 www.thairaksa.co.za
HIDDEN TREASURES
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ape Town hotels are the home to some of the finest dining experience that our city can provide as part of the indulging hospitality tradition. Reservation is highly recommended for all venues.
CBD BOMBAY BRASSERIE Cuisine: Fine Indian Specialty dining A: The Taj, CBD T: 021 819 2000
MEZBAAN
Cuisine: Northern Indian ( Mughlai), Halaal A: Hilton Cape Town T: 021 481 3700 www.capetowncitycentre.hilton.com
PLANET RESTAURANT Cuisine:Contemporary South African food served in impeccable surrounding A: Mount Nelson Hotel, Gardens 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 TWANKEY BAR
Cuisine: Oyster & Champagne Bar A: The Taj, CBD T: 021 819 2000
THIRTY 7 Cuisine:Contemporary
A: Paddock Shopping Centre Milnerton T: 021 522 9894 www.bihari.co.za
A: Westin Grand Arabella Quays T: 021 412 9999
DAAWAT
A: The Pepper Club Luxury Hotel & Spa, T: 021 438 3174 www.pepperclub.co.za
The authentic Pakistani Restaurant A: Dockside Building, Buitengracht & 31 Machu Street T: 021 421 9017 www.daawat.co.za RAASOIE - Indian A: 7 Kloof Street Gardens T: 021 423 1777
THE PEPPER CLUB Cuisine: Continental
GREEN POINT CONNEXION Cuisine: A Tapas styled meu and an extensive wine by the glass list.
DINING A: Protea Hotel, Victoria Junction T: 021 418 1234
TOBAGO’S RESTAURANT
WINE BARS
Cuisine: International
V& A WATERFRONT
BASCULE WHISKEY,WINE & COCKTAIL
A: Radisson Blu, Granger Bay
T: 021 441 3000
THE ATLANTIC GRILL Cuisine: International
Cuisine: International
A: The Table Bay Hotel
A: Cape Grace Hotel T: 021 410 7100 www.capegrace.com/dining/bascule
OYO
SIGNAL RESTAURANT
A: Victoria & Alfred Hotel T: 021 419 6677 www.newmarkhotels.com/newmark/oyo/
Cuisine: Creative Cape Cuisine A: Cape Grace Hotel T: 021 410 7080 www.capegrace.com/dining/signal_restaurant
NOBU T: 021 431 5111
REUBEN’S Cuisine: The creative menu of Reuben Riffel A: One & Only Hotel
T: 021 431 5222
CLIPPER RESTAURANT Cuisine: Seafood Delicacies A: The Commodore Hotel www.commodorehotel.co.za
Cuisine: Seafood, Mediterranean
SEA POINT SALT RESTAURANT & BAR
Cuisine: Sublime Japanese Cuisine A: One & Only Hotel
T: 021 406 5918
T: 021 415 1000
QUARTER RESTAURANT Cuisine: Fine Dining in the Cape Malay tradition A: The Portswood Hotel T: 021 418 3281
Cuisine: Simple, Approachable, honest food A: Ambassador Hotel, Bantry Bay T: 021 439 7258 www.newmarkhotels.com/newmark/salt/
SUNSET RESTAURANT Cuisine: International, Cape Malay evenings on Wednesday & Espetada special on Thursdays. A: the Peninsula Hotel T: 021 430 7777 www.peninsula.co.za
TOP OF THE RITZ Cuisine: European Kitchen with a South African taste on a 360° revolving platform. A: Ritz Hotel T: 021 439 6988 www.ritzrestarants.co.za
BELTHAZAR RESTAURANT & WINE BAR A: V&A Waterfront T: 021 421 3753 www.belthazar.co.za
CAVEAU WINE BAR & DELI
A: Heritage Square, 92 Bree Street T: 021 422 1367 www.caveau.co.za
CHENIN RESTAURANT WINE BAR A: Heritage Square, 92 Bree Street T: 021 422 1367 www.thenose.co.za
CRU CAFÉ WINE BAR & RESTAURANT A: Cape Quarter Exten-
sion, Piazza Level, 27 Somerset Road De Waterkant T: 021 418 6293 www.thecrucafe.com
NAKED A: Ritz Plaza Shop 6, 251 Main Road Sea Point T: 021 439 5363
LA BOHEME WINE BAR & RESTAURANT
A: 341 Main Road, Sea Point T: 021 434 8794 www.labohembistro. co.za
TORO A: 68 Waterkant Street Cape Quarter T: 021 418 2846 www.torowines.co.za
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Discover the birthplace of the world’s finest brandy.
Van Ryn’s Distillery
For tastings, tours and more info visit www.vanryn.co.za or call 021 881 3875. Address: Van Ryn Road, Vlottenburg, Stellenbosch. Opening hours: Mon – Fri: 8:30am – 4:30pm | Sat: 9am – 2pm Sun: 11am – 4pm (only during Oct – April) GPS: S 33 57’ 42.8” E 18 48’ 02.9”
Judged the world’s best brandy 2011.
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WILDLIFE ALL YEAR R OSTRICH FARMING History reveals that ostrich chicks were traded by the original Khoi inhabitants with the Dutch Settlers in 1652 and exported from Cape Town to Batavia (now Indonesia) in 1656. There were also exports to India and the Emperor of Japan in 1658. The first documented ostrich farm was established in the centre of Cape Town in 1679. The ostrich is the world’s largest living bird, averaging 2m (6.5ft) in height and weighing up to 156kg (344lb).
The majority of the seals on Duiker Island, out of Hout Bay Harbour, are males waiting out their time until they reach the right breeding age, which is between the ages of 8 to 12 years depending on their size. Duiker Island is not a breeding colony as the sea can get very rough and the pups get swept off. The island is most densely populated from January through March due to the seals moulting. During this period they do not go off in search of food but rely on fats they have stored in their blubber.
are unpredictable and may charge when sufficiently annoyed or confronted by danger. Leopard (Pantherapardus): The leopard is a large, carnivorous feline having either tawny fur with dark rosette-like markings or black fur. They are wary of humans and will take flight in the face of danger. The leopard is solitary by nature, and is most active between sunset and sunrise, although it may hunt during the day in some areas. Leopards can be found in the savanna grasslands, brush land and forested areas in Africa. The male leopard is less than half the size of a male lion. The leopard is the smallest of the big cats, and rarely exceeds 200 lb (91 kg). A visit to a South African reserve will, most likely, allow seeing not only the big 5 but other habitants of the African bush. Although the stock will be different between various reserves you’ll be able to watch: Giraffes, Elands, Springbok, Hippopotamus and Zebras.
SHARK CAGE DIVING Great white sharks are the apex predators of our oceans and Cape Town is one of the shark cage diving capitals of the world. Sharks are iconic and magnificent creatures. Experience a great white shark up close and personal with a shark diving or shark viewing tour (you don’t have to get in the cage!) and you do not need a scuba diving certificate to shark cage dive. Great White Shark, Cage Diving takes place from April to September in False Bay (departs from Simon’s Town) and all year round from Gansbaai (2 hours from Cape Town).
CAPE FUR SEAL Situated only 8 nautical miles (about 16km) from Simon’s Town, Seal Island is home to 75,000 Cape Fur Seals, 24 different bird species and the hunting ground of the Great White Shark. All year round we often encounter Dolphins, Humpback whales and Brydes whales. From July to November the Southern Right whales are plentiful in the bay and you can be assured of a sighting. During the winter months the Great White Sharks are extremely active around the island and we enjoy many sightings and often witness natural predations. The main breeding season for the Cape Fur Seal is November and December when almost 20 000 pups are born.
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BIG 5 SAFARI The phrase Big Five game was coined by white hunters and refers to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot. The collection consists of the lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros. African Big Five Game Species: African bush elephant (Loxodontaafricana): The African elephant is a very large herbivore having thick, almost hairless skin, a long, flexible, prehensile trunk, upper incisors forming long curved tusks of ivory, and large, fan-shaped ears. There are two distinct species of African elephant: African forest elephant (Loxodontacyclotis) and the African bush elephant (Loxodontaafricana). Black rhinoceros (Dicerosbicornis):The black rhinoceros is a large, thick-skinned herbivore having one or two upright horns on the nasal bridge. Rhinoceros may refer to either black or white rhinoceros. African cape buffalo (Synceruscaffer): The African or cape buffalo is a large horned bovid. Buffalo are sometimes reported to kill more people in Africa than any other animal, although the same claim is also made of hippos and crocodiles. It is considered the most dangerous of the Big Five, reportedly causing the most hunter deaths, with wounded animals reported to ambush and attack pursuers. Lion (Pantheraleo): The lion is a large carnivorous feline of Africa and northwest India, having a short, tawny coat, a tufted tail, and, in the male, a heavy mane around the neck and shoulders. A lion may attack without provocation, and is considered by many to be the best of the Big Five. Lions habituate the savanna where tall grasses, shrubs and bushes obscure and provide them cover and camouflage. This thick undergrowth is commonly referred to as jess. As lions are ambush hunters, they use this natural cover to stalk close as possible before making a final charge to catch their prey. Lions do not generally avoid confrontation, but will usually face the challenger. Lions
CAPE PENINSULA BABOONS The Baboon Matters Trust comprises a handful of dedicated volunteers who are at the forefront of baboon conservation in South Africa. The goals of the trust include raising awareness for the plight of baboons as well as education and training so that sustainable solutions can be found for areas of conflict between man and baboon. On a practical level the trust makes provision for the rescue and care of injured or sick baboons, and aims to support rehabilitation centres that focus their attention on baboons. Cape Species: The Chacma Baboon (Papioursinus), also known as the Cape Baboon, is, like all other baboons, from the Old World monkey family. With a body length of up to 115 cm and a weight from 15 to 31 kg, it is among the largest and heaviest baboon species. The Chacma is generally dark brown to gray in color, with a patch of rough hair on the nape of its neck. Unlike the northern baboon species (the Guinea, Hamadryas, and Olive Baboons), Chacma males do not have a mane. Perhaps the most distinctive feature of this baboon is its long, downward sloping face. Males can have canine teeth as long as 2 inches (longer than a lion’s canine teeth). Baboons are sexually dimorphic, males being considerably larger than females. The Chacma Baboon is found in southern Africa, ranging from South Africa north to Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique. Size and color vary within that range. Chacmas usually live in social groups composed
ROUND of multiple adult males, adult females, and their offspring. Occasionally, however, very small groups form that include only a single adult male and several adult females. Chacma troops are characterized by a dominance hierarchy. Female ranking within the troop is inherited through the mother and remains quite fixed, while male ranking is tenuous and changes often. Chacmas are unusual among baboons in that neither males nor females form strong relationships with members of the same sex. Instead, the strongest social bonds are often between unrelated adult males and females. (Wikipedia)
BOULDERS BEACH PENGUINS A visit to the famous Boulders Beach penguins should be part of every Cape Town itinerary. The penguins from this growing colony allow for close encounters with these famous sea birds - and most tourists fall helplessly in love with them. The story of the African penguins at Boulders Beach is one of remarkable urban colonization, but the species as a whole faces many threats and these aquatic flightless birds are listed as endangered. The story of the penguin colony in Cape Town started in 1983 when a pair was spotted on Foxy Beach at Boulders. Since then the colony has grown rapidly and now totals about 3 000 Boulders Beach penguins. The birds came to False Bay from Dyer Island after the reduction in commercial pelagic trawling, which has increased the supply of pilchards and anchovy - part of the penguins’ diet. Boulders Beach is located in Simon’s Town, just over the hilly peninsula from Cape Town. It’s easily accessible by bus, car, taxi or train.
Day Tours Full day and half day guided tours – some available in German. Free pick-up and drop off in central Cape Town. ● Cape Point: R695 pp ◗ CPT City: R350 pp excluding Table Mountain cableway ticket ● Winelands: R695 pp ◗ Township*: R415 pp ◗ Cape Point: R495 pp ◗ Winelands: R495 pp
● Cape Highlights: R870 pp ● Aquila*: R2200 pp ● shark Cage Diving*: R1750 pp ● Cape Point & Winelands Combo*: R750 pp ◗ Table Mountain Hike*: R650 pp ◗ Table Mountain bike*: R650 pp
* Subject to minimum 2 people
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SHOP KRUGERRAND The Krugerrand is a South African gold coin, first minted in 1967 to help market South African gold. The coin, produced by the South African Mint, proved popular and by 1980 the Krugerrand accounted for 90% of the gold coin market. The name itself is a portmanteau of Kruger (the man depicted on the obverse) and Rand, the South African unit of currency. Krugerrands are a popular way to invest in gold. By 1980 the Krugerrand accounted for 90% of the gold coin market. That year South Africa introduced three smaller coins with a half-ounce, quarter ounce, and tenth ounce of gold. The success of the Krugerrand led to many other gold-producing nations minting their own bullion coins, such as the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf in 1979, the Australian Nugget in 1981, the American Gold Eagle in 1986 and the British Britannia coin. Private mints have also attempted to capitalize off the popularity of the Krugerrand, minting gold and silver bullion rounds (the term coin denotes legal currency) in the style of the Krugerrand. The rounds often depict Paul Kruger and a springbok antelope, some even blatantly copying the same design as on the Krugerrands themselves, though the inscriptions are altered. These bullion rounds are not offered by the South African Mint or the Government of South Africa, and are therefore not official, have no legal tender value and cannot technically be considered coins. The Krugerrand is 32.6 mm in diameter and 2.74 mm thick. The Krugerrand's actual weight is 1.0909 troy ounces (33.93 g). It is minted from gold alloy that is 91.67% pure (22 karats), so the coin contains one troy ounce (31.1035 g) of gold. The remaining 8.33% of the coin's weight (2.826 g) is copper (an alloy known historically as crown gold which has long been used for English gold sovereigns), which gives the Krugerrand a more orange appearance than silver-alloyed gold coins. Copper alloy coins are harder and more durable, so they can resist scratches and dents. The South African Mint Company produces limited edition proof Krugerrands intended as collector's items. These coins are priced above bullion value, although non-proof Krugerrands also have a premium above gold bullion value. They can be distinguished from the bullion Krugerrands by the number of serrations on the edge of the coin. Proof coins have 220 while bullion coins have 160.
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The South African Gold Coin Exchange (SAGCE) has been a household name in the coin industry in South Africa since 1972. They are the largest distributor of gold investment, bullion and collectable coins in South Africa. Outlets can be found at: Cape Town International Airport: International Departures, Domestic Departures and Central Terminal, Tyger Valley Mall - Bellville, Canal Walk Shopping Centre - Century City, Cavendish Square - Claremont, Tyger Valley Mall - Bellville and Somerset Mall - Somerset West.
18 Visitor Information Centres across the city. Each Design Route participant is signposted with contact details as well as what sector they represent, making it easier for you to find exactly what you are looking for.
DESIGN HEAVEN
If attention to details, uniqueness and originality are not only words, but forms part of you believes and way of life, you are in the right place. Since 1995, Design Indaba has been committed to a vision that is built on the belief that creativity will fuel an economic revolution in South Africa. As such, Design Indaba is a celebration of design in a country iconic of the triumph of the human spirit. Design Indaba typifies this can-do spirit through its belief in design and how it can help solve the problems faced by an emerging economy. With the right support, a better future can be designed. In the last years, Design Indaba initiatives allow visitors to enjoy the fruits of their doing outside the time of the actual yearly expo by establishing the Design Route. Tourists and design fanatics can explore the Cape while taking a closer look at the creative minds that inhabit this city. It’s your chance at taking Design Indaba Expo beyond its walls with all you need at your fingertips. The route features 62 Western Cape-based designers and design studios. All those featured are part of the Design Indaba Expo so rest assured the Design Route is offering you the best in design and product quality. The route will have you traversing the Cape Town City Bowl, the Southern Peninsula and the Winelands as well as a multitude of in-betweens, leaving you with no excuse for not experiencing all that Cape Town has to offer. You can pick up your Design Route at any of the Cape Town Tourism’s
ARTS AND CRAFTS No doubts about it – South Africans are a crafty bunch. The country’s people produce a remarkable range of arts and crafts, working from the pavements and markets of the big cities to deep rural enclaves, with every possible form of traditional artwork – and then some. In addition to the standard materials such as beads, grass, leather, fabric and clay, pieces are made using telephone wire, plastic bags, petrol cans and bottle tops – even food tin labels are used to create brightly colouredpapiermache bowls. On sale on many a South African street corner are objects made of wire, ranging from representations of the globe to cars and motorcycles – which are capable of manipulated movement – to joke cellphones and working radios. Shops, markets and collectives dealing in African craft are thriving, providing much-needed employment and income in communities such as Fugitive’s Drift in KwaZulu-Natal, which offers a huge variety of basketry, or the Northern Cape Schmidtsdrift community of displaced San people, who produce paintings that constitute an imaginative and highly coloured extension of ancient rock art. A high level of skill is brought to the production of work that has long been a part of African society,
PING and has now found new commercial outlets. South African beadwork, once the insignia of tribal royalty alone, has today found a huge range of applications, from the creation of coverings for everything from bottles to matchboxes – and the reproduction of the red Aids ribbon in the form of small Zulu beadworks known as Zulu love letters. Basketry and ceramics, of course, were long ago brought to a pitch of perfection in traditional South African society, and the outgrowths of these forms today grace gallery plinths as often as they find a place on suburban shelves.(To read more: http:// www.southafrica.info) The Arts and Crafts markets in Cape Town: Green Market Square, in the square that dissects Burg Street and between Longmarket and Shortmarket streets, Cape Town CBD, Monday to Saturday: 9:00 and 16:00. The Red Shed Craft Workshop, Adjoining Victoria Wharf and open Monday to Friday: 9:00-21:00 andSunday& Public Holidays: 10:00-21:00 Waterfront Craft Market @The Centre, adjacent to the Two Oceans Aquarium, open every day: 9:30-18:00. Green Point Market, Junction of Western Boulevard and Beach Road, Every Sunday and Public Holiday: 9:15- 17:00 (unless very windy or very rainy).
OSTRICH LEATHER & MOHAIR Ostrich leather is the result of tanning skins taken from African ostriches farmed for their feathers, skin and meat. The leather is distinctive for its pattern of bumps or vacant quill follicles, ranged across a smooth field in varying densities. It requires an intricate, specialised and expensive production process making it costly as well as beautiful. Although the first commercial farming began in South Africa in 1850, the industry collapsed after World War I and the drop in demand for the feathers for fashionable hats and military uniforms. Other products were marketed, with each success battered by world events and droughts until now, when ostrich skin is globally available and seen as a luxury item in high-end demand. Leather came late in the story of ostrich farming but after a tannery was set up onsite, it went on to make an impact in European haute couture and in the U.S. for cowboy boots. Availability was artificially limited when ostrich leather was subject to a cartel monopoly through trade sanctions, and single export and distribution channels until the end of apartheid in 1993. After that and other factors, the South African government began to export stock allowing other countries to have their own ranches. Although wider production resulted in competition and lower prices, Klein Karoo Group remains the leading global producer. Today the industry is driven mostly by the leather and the meat, which is exported to all parts of the world. South Africa produces over 60% of the world’s ostriches and also has a distinct quality edge in the leather tanning process. Eleven years ago, Charles and Melony Biggs were farming ostrich, sheep and goats in the Graaff Reinet area in the Karoo. At first they exported skins to people he had met in the USA, where he had previously farmed ostrich for 4 years. They learned a lot in that time abroad, one thing being what we in South Africa had to offer and show off to the world in terms of leadership in Ostrich and Mohair. They started to seek for local manufacturers and work together with designers to present a classic collection that also presents a freshness and elegancy. In 2000, Karoo Classics opened its doors in Stellenbosch: “We had 30 handbags and six belts in stock, but 100% faith in the fantastic natural products made from ostrich leather and mohair”, says Charles. From the very beginning a policy of Proudly South Africa was adopted. They spent months looking for and visiting factories all over South Africa. The criteria were: simply, high quality at a reasonable price. Today they have a wonderful group of suppliers, from big factories to family businesses and individuals. In 2003, Karoo Classics opened in Cape Town and five years later in Franschhhoek. Today they have the world’s largest selection of ostrich leather goods, carrying over 1000 handbags alone.
SHORTMARKET STREET - CAPE TOWN Tel: 021 422 3813 Church Street - Stellenbosch Tel: 021 886 7596 58 Hugenote Street - Franschhoek Tel: 021 876 3187 cmbiggs@telkomsa.net
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PLACES OF INTEREST The City of Cape Town invites you to explore and experience some of her well known and recognizable sites that has been refreshed and updated and uplifted in recent time as well as some new and old icons that are worth to be re-familiarising in person.
HEART OF CAPE TOWN MUSEUM
Experience the first heart transplant , the museum is housed where the actual event took place. See where Chris Barnaard successfully transplanted the first heart. www.heartofcapetown.co.za 021 404 1967 Groote Schuur Hospital Main Road, Observatory Cape Town, South Africa
COMPANY’S GARDEN VISITOR CENTRE The garden was established in 1652, making it one of the oldest gardens in the country. The display in the Visitor’s centre gives a comprehensive overview of the early history of the garden, which is unique in that it is the only example of how two different landscape styles – the Dutch ‘produce garden’ grid pattern and the ‘Victorian Romantic’ grid pattern and the overlaid to produce the garden as it exists today. Tel: 021 400 26 21 Visiting times: 7am -7pm
OLD CASTLE BREWERY While Castle began making in roads into what had been almost entirely “lion country” work was began on the erection of the Castle Brewery in Woodstock. This brewery was to be sited alongside the new railway line as an advertisement for Castle beer –a sort of early billboard. The Castle Brewery was completed in 1901, designed by New York architect H. Steinmann and was opened on the 1st April 1902, several setbacks to its completion, being caused by the second Boer War. www.oldcastlebrewery.co.za 021 448 4500
THE OLD CITY HALL Built in 1905, the old City Hall in Darling Street is a mixture of Italian Renaissance and British colonial architecture. It is located on the Grand Parade to the west of the Castle of Good Hope and is built from honey-colored limestone imported from Bath in England. The 60m/200ft high bell-tower, with a carillon installed in 1923, was modeled on London’s Big Ben. The City Hall was the last major Victorian building to be erected in Cape Town. The City Hall’s carillon was installed as a WW1 war memorial, with 22 additional bells being added in 1925 with the visit of the Prince of Wales. Magnificent and imposing, the City Hall commemorates Kind Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, with its mosaic floors, marble staircase, stained glass windows and specially designed organ with 3165 pipes.
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Grand Hall and reception rooms while the portion originally housing Municipal offices and which fronts onto Darling Street is the home of the Central Library of Cape Town.A stone set into the base of the building in front of the main balcony has this inscription: “upon release from prison on 11 February 1990 and on his election as President of South Africa on 9 May 1994 Nelson Mandela addressed the nation here”. For more information go to: www.focal.org.za.
THE DRILL HALL AND CENTRAL LIBRARY The foundations of the City Hall were laid on 29th August 1900, and the building finally opened on 25th July 1905, by the Mayor Alderman Hyman Lieberman. It is built in an Italian Renaissance Style with a classical facade in a handsome campanile towering to a height of some 200ft. The exterior stonework is of sandstone and granite. The facade facing on Darling Street has a central feature surmounted by a pediment rising 82 feet above pavement level, the wings on either side are about 60ft in imposing clock tower houses the four-sided City Hall clock built to scale and half the size of London’s Big Ben. The building is divided longitudinally, with one half of the building housing the
CAPE TOWN DIAMOND MUSEUM Situated in the bustling heart of the world-famous Clock Tower precinct at the V&A Waterfront, the Cape Town Diamond Museum pays tribute to the world’s most precious gem, the diamond, and is a must-see for any visitor to Cape Town. Discover a 3 billion year old story unfold from a diamond’s formation to the final polished stone. Explore the origins of South Africa’s famous diamond industry, and ...get introduced to some of the great names in diamond history, including Cecil John Rhodes, Barney Barnato and the Oppenheimer family. The Cape Town Diamond Museum also pays homage to the most famous South African diamonds, such as the 3,106 carat Cullinan rough diamond discovered in 1905 and showcases specimens of Kimberlite rock dating billions of years old. Lifesize replicas of the famous diamonds that have adorned royalty, the rich and the famous are also on display. 1st Floor, The Clock Tower, Waterfront, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa Hours Mon - Sun: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Email info@capetowndiamondmuseum.org Phone 27214212488 Website http://www.capetowndiamondmuseum.org
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ON STAGE LE MOULIN ROUGE Set in Paris during World War 2, the lives of those who arrive at the world’s most notorious night club are forever altered. This powerful musical features well known songs and a cast of 101 dancers, singers and actors, delivering a strong message of hope, survival and the knowledge that it is never too late to set one’s own heart free. Artscape, 14-17 March, Tickets 90- R140 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket. mobi.
SHOWCASE OF DANCE A celebration of dance in all styles, showcasing newly created choreography from teachers and schools in the Western Cape. The production consist of two different programmes of accessible, entertaining and inspiring dance. Artscape, 21- 25 March, Tickets R75 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
FIDELIO
In 2004, Cape Town Opera presented Fidelio on Robben Island.Now, Beethoven’s glorious operatic ode to freedom and fidelity comes to another historic Cape Town site, the Castle of Good Hope, in a new production. Dramatic soprano Nkosazana Dimande returns from Sweden to sing Leonore, the courageous wife who sets out to rescue her wrongfully imprisoned husband Florestan, portrayed by internationally acclaimed Cornish heldentenor, John Treleaven. CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE, 7, 9 & 10 March 2012 @ 19:30, Tickets R125- R350 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
BROTHERS IN BLOOD Mike van Graan’s award-winning play is an explosive drama about Jewish, Muslim and Christian relations set in Cape Town in the late 1990’s and against the background of PAGAD’s activities against crime and the drug trade.
maine Weir-Smith, with whom he recently teamed up for two successful seasons of the Sylvaine Strike comedy Pregnant Pause. The top-flight production team is completed by Wilhelm Disbergen, who has designed the set and Lighting Designer, Jane Gosnell. My Mother`s Italian, My Father`s Jewish and I`m in Therapy! won the Broadway.com Audience Award for Favourite New off-Broadway play of 2007, and has earned rave reviews in both New York and here in Johannesburg. So don`t leave a family dinner with heartburn and a headache... ...described as `one part lasagne, one part kreplach and two parts Prozac`, this play promises to be just the tonic needed to get the 2012 off to an upbeat start - and it`s a lot cheaper than a visit to the shrink! Theatre on the Bay, 28 Feb- 10 March, Tickets R80-R120 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www. computicket.mobi.
QUARTET A hilarious comedy about ageing opera singers, written by Academy Award winning screenwriter, Sir Ronald Harwood. The setting is a retirement home for musicians. Three elderly former opera-singers, who often worked together, are sitting out on the terrace. Reginald is quietly reading a serious book, but Wilfred is chuckling about sex, as he regards Cissy lying back and listening to music through her headphones. They are about to be joined by newcomer Jean, a major star in her day and to whom Reginald was once unhappily married. Is there any chance that these four will ever sing together again? A gala concert is about to take place at the retirement home to celebrate Verdi’s birthday. Three of the four are keen to recreate the third act quartet from Rigoletto and one isn’t. But the play eventually moves to an uncertain conclusion when they don costumes and lip-synch to their
own retro recording. Theatre on the Bay, 14 Mar- 7 Apr, Tickets R90R160 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www. computicket.mobi.
SOMEWHERE ON THE BORDER post and banned as a publication by apartheid censorship because the language was considered “offensive” and the portrayal of the South African Armed Forces “prejudicial to the safety of the state”, the Argus hailed Somewhere on the Border as “the toast of the Grahamstown Festival” when it opened in South Africa in 1986. The play was praised for its “bitingly funny language” (The Star), as “the best army play” (Natal Witness) and as “the ultimate anti-war statement in South African theatre” (Argus). Baxter Flipside, 22 Feb- 17 March, Tickets R80 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
MONEY’S TOO TIGHT TO MENTION The award-winning duo of comedian Stuart Taylor and director Heinrich Reisenhofer have teamed up to create yet another sure-fire comedy that features witty stories, astute observations and thoughtprovoking punch lines that will have you bent over with laughter. In his light hearted, infectious style Taylor comes to grip with our current financial crisis and the drive to keep up with the Khumalos, and shares some humorous tips on how to get through the rough patch. “If you’ve ever thought, ‘I can’t believe how broke I am,’ this show is for you. If you ever opened your bond account and thought, ‘I can’t believe I owe someone this much money,’ this show is for you. If lately you’ve had to give up luxuries like naked sushi and replace it with a can of pilchards on your wife’s tummy, this show is certainly for you!” adds Taylor. Baxter Theatre, 1- 4 Feb, Tickets R85- R100 (varies according to day and time) from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
Xenophobia, prejudice, religious conflict, fear and anxiety – these are the challenges three fathers have to deal with in order to protect their children. Artscape, 27 Mar- 4 Apr, Tickets R50- R85 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket. mobi.
MY MOTHER IS ITALIANMY FATHER IS JEWISH Created onstage in the Big Apple by comedian Steve Solomon, this uproariously funny one-man play tells the story of an Italian-Jewish family and the crazy characters that surround it...and drive our hapless hero straight into the therapist`s chair! This wonderfully warm comedy stars versatile and accomplished South African performer, Michael Richard, who has his work cut out for him navigating his way through a tricky minefield of voices, dialects and sound effects, which conjure up an array of wacky family relationships. Michael is directed by multi award-winning Char-
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NIGHT LIFE CAPE TOWN ASSEMBLY A: 61 Harrington Street T: 021 465 7286 Open: Wed, Fri & Sat 9pm – 4am www.theassembly.co.za CASA BLANCA A: Portswood Road, V& A Waterfront T: 021 421 1185 Open: Fri & Sat 10 pm – 4am www.casablancawf.co.za GANDALFS A: 299 Lower Main Road Observatory T: 083 3300 700 Open: Tues – Sat www.gandalfs.co.za KNOXVILLE LOUNGE BAR A: 1st Floor, 75 Kloof Street Gardens T: 082 871 6471 Open: Wed 7pm -2am & Fri-Sat 8pm – 2am Sun 8:30-10:30pm MERCURY LIVE & LOUNGE A: 43 De Villiers Street T: 021 465 2106 Open: Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 9pm - 4am www.mercury.co.za SUGAR HUT CLUB A: Cnr of Canterbury & Constitution, District Six T: 021 801 5699 Open: Wed - Sun; 5pm -2am www.sugarhutclub.co.za
CITY CENTRE CATU –IRISH BAR A: 38 Hout Street T: 021 424 7453 Open: Mon-Sat 10am – 2am www.catu.co.za CHROME A: 6 Pepper Street CBD T: 083 700 6078 Open: Mon – Sat 12am – 4am www.trinitycapetown.co.za FEZ CLUB A: 11 Machau Street, CBD
T: 021 419 7000 / 079 249 295 Open: Fri –Sat 9:30pm – 4:00 pm www.fez.co.za FICTION DJ BAR & LOUNGE A: 226 Long Street T: 021 424 7509 Open: Tues – Sat www.fictionbar.co.za RHINO ROOM ELECTRONIC A: Green Street, CBD T: 082 741 8981 THE LOOP NIGHT CLUB A: Corner of Loop & Pepper Street T: 072 539 1121 Open: Wed, Fri & Sat 22:00 - 04 :00 TJING TJING A: 165 Long Market above Dear Me Restaurant, CBD T: 021 422 4920 Open: Daily 4pm till late www.dearme.co.za VOOM VOOM - Jazz & Soul A: 70 Loop Street, CBD T: 021 426 2011-08-22 www.clubvoomvoom.com ZULA SOUND BAR A: 98 Long Street CBD T: 021 424 2442 Open: Mon - Thur 12pm -2am & Fri - Sat 12pm 4am www.zulabar.co.za
SEA POINT DECO DANCE UNDERGROUND A: 120 B Main Road Sea Point T: Fri – Sat 8:30 – 4:00 am www.decodance.co.za THE USB (UNDERGROUND SOUND BOUTIQUE) A: 120 Main Road, Sea Point T: 021 439 8000 Open: Wed – Sun
GREEN POINT BRONX ACTION BAR A: 22 Somerset Road, De Waterkant
T: 021 419 9216 Open: everyday www.bronx.co.za CREW BAR A: 30 Napier Street De Waterkant T: 021 418 0118 CUBANA HAVANA LOUNGE LATINO SOCIAL CAFÉ A: 9 Somerset Road, De Waterkant T: 021 421 1109 Open: everyday www.cubana.co.za FRIENDLY SOCIETY A: 125a Waterkant Street T: 021 421 6969 Open: everyday from 12:00 - till www.friendlysociety.co.za GRAVITY A: 12 Cobern Street, Green Point T: 084 771 2248 JADE CHAMPAGNE BAR & LOUNGE A: 39 Main Road, Green point T: 021 439 4108 Open: Wed – Sat 8pm – 2am www.jadelounge.co.za OPIUM A: 6 Dixon Street De Waterkant T: 021 425 4010 Open: Mon – Sun www.opium.co.za TRINITY A: 15 Bennett Street, Green Point T: 021 418 0624 Open: Mon – Sat 12am - 4 am www.trinitycapetown.co.za
CAMPS BAY SAPPHIRE A: The Promanade, Camps Bay T: 021 438 1758 Open: every day www.sapphirecotailbar.co.za ST YVES BEACH CLUB A: 2nd Level Promenade Building, Camps Bay T: 021 438 0826 www.styves.co.za
Daily Tours: Find out more about our working distillery, Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm cooperage and maturation cellar. Sat: 9am - 2pm Sun: 11am - 4pm Van Ryn’ s Brandy Tasting: Taste our Van Ryn’s (no cellar tours) 10 Years Old Vintage and 12 Year Old Potstill Brandies. Brandy & Charcuterie Tasting: Enjoy 3 cured meats with Viceroy 5 Year Old, Van Ryn’s 10 Year Old Vintage and 15 Year Old Potstill Brandies. Brandy & Dessert Tasting (by appointment only): Indulge in delicious brownies with van Ryn’s Potstill Brandies. Cellar tours Brandy, Coffee & Chocolate tasting: Pair Belgian chocolate Mon-Fri: 10am;11:30am;3pm and Brazilian coffee with our award – wining Potstill Brandies. Sat: 10am; 11:30am; 1pm
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WHAT TO SEE KIRSTENBOSCH
The spectacular Kirstenbosch gardens cover an area of 528 hectares of cultivated garden. The gardens are a celebration of South Africa flora and South Africa plants. An excellent spot for lazy picnics, romantic strolls and happy children.
Tel: 021 799 8783
WINELANDS A visit to the Cape Winelands is an absolute must as the region is one of breathtaking vistas and majestic mountain backdrops while being steeped in rich culture and history. The Winelands aredivided into various different regions, each offering their own ”wine route”. www.winelands.co.za
HOUT BAY HARBOUR Hout Bay one of the most attractive regions in the Cape. You'll find a friendly working harbour, a famous bird sanctuary and lots of walking trails, as well as long stretches of sandy beach and a Sunday craft market. If you wish to get to Seal island or just to watch some seals enjoying the fisherman’s left overs Hout Bay harbour will be the perfect spot.
BOULDERS BEACH
TABLE MOUNTAIN
RHODES MEMORIAL
Boulders Penguin Colony is home to a growing colony of the vulnerable African Penguin and makes for a great stop either to or from Cape Point. Wooden walkways allow visitors to view the penguins in their natural beach – and what could be better than swimming with penguins?
Table Mountain continues to capture imaginations and dazzle newcomers. There are only two ways up – walking or the cable car. Whether you choose to hike up or hitch a ride with the revolving cablecar, the summit offers breathtaking views and endless photo moments. Tel: 021 424 0015
Rhodes Memorial, which nestles at the base of Devil’s Peak, provides spectacular views towards both Table Bay and False Bay and the Hottentots Holland mountains in the far distance.stands on theslopes of Devil’s Peak, on the Northern flank of Table Mountain.
www.bouldersbeachlodge.com
www.tablemountain.net
www.sa-venues.com/attractionswc/rhodes-memorial.htm
WHAT WINE ROUTE?
Not sure where to go for a wine route adventure? It all depends on how much time you have and how much of day - or week - you’d like to make of it. For those with very little time, you’ll be happy to know that Cape Town’s CBD presents a host of wine bars that will guide you through a virtual wine tasting of practically any estate you choose. But for those who do have some time...
Constantia Valley
Stellenbosch Wine Route
Franschhoek Wine Route
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 five wine cellars on the route boast a winemaking history dating back to 1685 .
The Stellenbosch Wine Route was the first 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 148 cellars - most of which are open to the public. From Cape Town take the N1 in a northerly direction and turn off at the Exit 39 onto the R304 and follow through into Stellenbosch. Call Stellenbosch Tourism: 021 883 3584 For more information: www.stellenboschtourism.co.za or Stellenbosch Wine Route: 021 886 4310 For more information: www.wineroute.co.za
Franschhoek was founded over 300 years ago when the French Huguenots settled in the Berg River Valley. The wine route here is comparatively small with only 29 cellars, but what it lacks in wine route variety, it makes up for in quality cuisine and breathtaking scenery. A perfect mini-break destination. Franschhoek is 85km outside of Cape Town.
Constantia Valley Association: 021 762 8769 For more information:www.constantiavalley.com
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Call Franschhoek Tourism: 021 876 3603 For more information:www.franschhoek.org.za
WHAT TO SEE AT THE
WINELANDS ROBBEN ISLAND Almost as famous as Table Mountain, Robben Island has become an international symbol of human rights and is now a World Heritage Site. On your guided tour you’ll visit Nelson Mandela’s 46664 call and learn about the life and times of the Apartheid era. Tel: 021 413 4200 www.robbenisland.co.za
CAPE POINT
There is nothing quite as inspiring as standing at the edge of a continent overlooking the wild ocean with towering cliff cutting into the landscape and holding you above the world. Cape Point is found within the Cape Peninsula National Park. Tel:021 780 9010/11 www.capepoint.co.za
Stellenbosch estates add a festive chapter to the 2012 Woordfees Simonsberg Wine Route Market Day - 11 March 2012 Literary art meets wine legends when the Stellenbosch American Express® Wine Routes teams up with the 2012 Stellenbosch University Woordfees (Festival of the Word) for a Word-and-Wine Celebration at participating wine estates on its Greater Simonsberg sub-route from 2 till 11 March. Please pay attention to the fact that this festival is dedicated to the Afrikaans language. From Neil Ellis Wines and Sandra Prinsloo to Muratie and Kerneels Breytenbach…this year South Africa’s oldest and foremost wine route adds a fresh new chapter to this popular arts festival by sharing the country’s best authors and icons in the company of esteemed cellars situated along the foot of the Simonsberg, with literature fanatics. This unique Word-and-Wine programme includes exclusive, intimate encounters such as a lunch at Morgenhof Estate with award-winning writer Annelie Botes and an inspirational wine- and-dine date with business mogul Jannie Mouton at Uitkyk to talk about his recently published autobiography. Delheim cellar gems will share the spotlight with the inimitable Riaan Cruywagen while the famous authorbrothers, Johan and Christiaan Bakkes, will treat enthusiasts to a ‘snoekbraai and adventure story-telling’ at Kanonkop. This week-long celebration of the art of literature and winemaking culminates with a buzzing Simonsberg Wine Route Market Day at Delvera Estate on Sunday, 11 March 2012. Young and old…bookworms or not…can delight in a fun-filled family day blended with the finest wines from the area, country food, craft stalls and harvest activities such as barrel stomping and tractor rides. Live performances by the vibrant Stellenbosch band, Manouche, celebrated for their foot-stomping, hip-swinging jazz vibes, will add rhythmic soul to this Winelands soiree. The Vine Hopper will provide a shuttle service to and from Stellenbosch on the day.
Paarl Wine Route
The Simonsberg Wine Route Market Day starts at 10am and entry is FREE. Tickets for the individual ‘Word-and-Wine’ events hosted at the various estates are available at Computicket. Seating is limited at most of these bespoke events, so be sure to book early! For more information about the Simonsberg Wine Route Market Day and the US Woordfees ‘Word-and-Wine’ programme contact the Stellenbosch American Express® Wine Routes at Tel: (021) 886 8275 or visit www.wineroute.co.za.
Only a 40 min drive from Cape Town is the picturesque town of Paarl (pearl), nestled between Paarl Mountain and the majestic Du Toitskloof Mountain Range. Paarl lies in the Berg River valley and is the perfect stop-over destination in the heart of the wine route. From Cape Town follow the N1 north, turn off at Exit 55, Main Street, Paarl. Call Paarl Tourism: 021 872 0860 For more information: www.paarlonline.com
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Famous Mountain Cellar • Fine Wine Shop • Tours and Tastings • Wine Museum Tour Times: Monday - Friday: 10h00, 11h00, 14h00, 15h00 Saturday & public holidays: 10h00, 11h00, 12h00 Closed on Sundays and religious holidays. Tour Duration: Approximately 1 hour. Booking essential. Tel: +27 21 809 8025, Fax: +27 21 883 9533, Email: info@fleurducap.co.za GPS co-ordinates: S 33° 56’ 2” E 18° 51’ 5”
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Where to stay & where to play in the East Coast Where to stay? AlbAny Hotel 225 Smith Str / 225 Anton Lembede Cnr Anton Lembede Str & Albany Grove 031 304 4381 www.albanyhotel.co.za beverly Hills Hotel Lighthouse Rd, Umhlanga Rocks 021 794 9050 FAirmont ZimbAli lodge 5 Corkwood Ave, Zimbali Coastal Estate 032 538 5000 www.zimbali.org docklAnds Hotel durbAn WAterFront Corner of Mahatma Gandhi & Browns Avenue, Beach Front 031 332 8190 www.signaturelifehotels.com FAirmont ZimbAli lodge 5 Corkwood Ave, Zimbali Coastal Estate 032 538 5000 www.zimbali.org
Hilton durbAn 12-14 Walnut Rd 031 336 8100 www1.hilton.com
pumulA beAcH Hotel 67 Pumula Beach Hotel Rd, Umzumbe 039 684 6717 www.pumulabeachhotel.com
Hotel 64 on gordon 64 Gordon Rd, Morningside 031 312 8907 www.signaturelifehotels.com
QuArters Hotel FloridA roAd 101 Florida Rd, Morningside 031 303 5246 www.signaturelifehotels.com
kApentA bAy 11-12 Princess Elizabeth Dr, Port Shepstone 039 682 5528 www.kapentabay.co.za mondAZur At sAn lAmeer Lower South Coast, Main Rd (R61) Southbroom 039 313 0011 www.mondazur.com proteA Hotel sHAkAlAnd Norman Hurst Nkwalini, Zululalnd 035 460 0912 www.proteahotels.com proteA kArridene beAcH Cnr. Arthur’s Rd & Main Rd 031 916 7228 www.proteahotels.com
rivierA Hotel Margaret Mncadi Avenue (Victoria Embankment) 031 301 3681 www.rivierahoteldurban.co.za riverside Hotel & spA Durban North 031 563 0600 www.riversidehotel.co.za sAlt rock Hotel & beAcH resort Basil Hulett Drive Salt Rock 032 525 5025 www.saltrockbeach.co.za
butcHer boys morningside 170 Florida Rd, Morningside 031 312 8248 www.butcherboysgrill.co.za
soutHern sun nortH beAcH 83/91 Snell Parade, North Beach 031 332 7361 www.southernsun.com
butcHer boys umHlAngA Shop 23, Hilkon Centre, Cnr Chartwell Dr & Lighthouse Rd, Umhlanga Rocks 031 561 4106 www.butcherboysgrill.co.za
suncoAst Hotel & toWers 20 Batter Beach Road 031 314 7878 www.southersun.com
cAversHAm mill restAurAnt Caversham Mill Estate, Midlands 033 234 4524 www.cavershammill.co.za
tHe oyster box 2 Lighthouse Rd, Umhlanga 031 514 5000 www.oysterboxhotel.com
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Standing majestically on Umhlanga’s prestigious beachfront on the eastern seaboard of KwaZulu-Natal, with sweeping views of the Indian Ocean and direct beach access, the Oyster Box Hotel is one of South Africa’s most distinguished hotels. tHe sQuAre boutiQue Hotel & spA 250 Umhlanga Rocks Drive 0861 000 333 www.thesquare.co.za 3 cHeFs bistro 106/107 Aldrovande Palace 6 Jubilee Grove, cnr Millennium Boulevard & Jubilee Grove Umhlanga Ridge 031 566 2040 www.3chefsbistro.co.za
beirA AltA Lifestyle Centre, Ballito 032 946 2388
greensleeves medievAl kingdom cAmelot 21 Wishart Rd, Camelot Estate Hillcrest 031 765 9400 green Food studio Lee Barns Boulevard, Umhlali 031 312 6250 www.signaturelifehotels.com
Where to dine?
9tH Avenue bistro & bAr Shop 2, Avonmore Centre, 9th Ave Morningside 031 312 9134 www.9thavenuebistro.co.za
disH restAurAnt Royal Palm Hotel, Palm Boulevard, Gateway Umhlanga 031 581 8000 www.royal-palm.co.za
green mAngo Avonmore Centre, Shop 12a 9th Ave, Morningside 031 312 7054 HAvAnA grill & Wine bAr Suncoast Casino 031 332 0707 www.havanagrill.co.za Havana Grill & Wine bar is a world class grill room and an ultimate destination for the meat & seafood lover. Situated at the Suncoast Casino & Entertainment World on Durbans’ Golden mile the restuarant boasts magnificant 180 degree views from the Bluff to Umhlanga Rocks.
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Where to stay & where to play in the City of Gold Where to stay? 20 West executive ApArtments & Hotel 20 West Rd South, Morningside 011 290 9600 www.20west.co.za Ascot Boutique Hotel 59 Grant Avenue, Norwood 011 483 3371 www.ascothotel.co.za clico Guest House 27 Sturdee Ave, Rosebank 011 252 3300 www.clicoguesthouse.com info@clicoguesthouse.com We want our guests to feel spoilt. Everything is centred around this, from the luxurious bathrooms, to the extralength beds, plush cushions, exotic fabrics, fresh-cut flowers, and delicious French cuisine. D’oreAle GrAnDe Hotel 64 Jones Str, Jet Park Kempton Park 086 077 7900 www.doreale.com enGeDi Plot 22, Protea Ridge Road/Honingklip Road, Kromdraai Kromdraai 011 589 3495 www.en-gedi.co.za
GolD reeF citY cAsino Hotel Northern Parkway, Ormonde 011 248 5200 www.goldreefcity.co.za
brand of South African hospitality. Our discreet attention to detail will ensure that your experience is one of memorable elegance and comfort.
HYAtt reGencY 191 Oxford Rd, Rosebank 011 280 1234 www.johannesburg.regency.hyatt.com
tHe micHelAnGelo Hotel 135 West Street, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandown 011 282 7000 www.michelangelo.co.za
melrose ArcH Hotel 1 Melrose Square, Melrose Arch, Sandton 011 679 2994/ 0861 50 50 50 www.africanpridehotels.com Sheer style and individuality is what redefines the travel experience when staying at Africa’s first truly HIP 5-Star Hotel! Through innovative architecture and outstanding design, the African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel has become an international destination in its own right, attracting those discerning guests who take pleasure in modern elegance and sophistication. mistY Hills countrY Hotel, conFerence centre & spA 69 Drift Boulevard, Muldersdrift 011 950 6000 www.mistyhills.co.za rADisson Blu Hotel Cnr Rivonia Rd & Daisy Str Benmore, Sandton 011 245 8000 www.radissonblu.com
EnGedi is a multi-purpose venue oasis tucked away in The Cradle of Humankind. EnGedi’s dedicated team, is here to make your experience at this venue, a memorable one.
rotHBurY countrY loDGe & KAi tHAi Wellness spA 24 Kalkheuwel, Broederstroom 011 793 4773 / 079 719 4230 www.rothburg.co.za
FAirlAWns Boutique Hotel Alma Rd. / Off Bowling Ave, Morningside Manor, Sandton 011 804 2540
Kai Thai Rothbury Lodge is a Thai-style bed & breakfast country guest house located in the picturesque and historic Cradle of Humankind. sAint GeorGe Hotel & convention centre 58 Old Pretoria, Kempton Park Rd Rietvleidam 011 316 5541/2 www.stgeorgehotel.co.za tHe Hilton Hotel 138 Rivonia Rd, Sandton 011 322 1888 www.sandtonhilton.co.za tHe mArion on nicol Hotel Cnr Stirling & Hamilton Roads, Hurlingham 011 783 7816/7239 www.mariononnicol.co.za The Marion on Nicol is a Boutique Hotel of Distinction that offers a tranquil and lavish retreat from the bustle of nearby Sandton and Johannesburg. The hotel prides itself in offering a unique
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tHe pAlAzzo montecAsino Hotel Montecasino Boulevard, Fourways 011 510 3000 www.southernsun.com tHe roseBAnK Hotel croWne plAzA Corner Tyrwhitt & Sturdee Avenues, Rosebank 011 448 3600 www.therosebank.co.za tHe Winston Hotel 6 Tottenham Ave, Melrose Estate 011 268 3140 www.thewinstonhotel.co.za vAlleY loDGe Jennings Str, Magaliesburg 014 577-1301/5 www.valleylodge.co.za
Where to dine? Al Fresco Plot 41 Boland Str, Corner Beyers Naude Drive, Honeydew 011 794 4388 / 011 794 5475 www.alfresco.org.za Alimentos Parkmore Mews Shopping Centre, Corner of 12th street and Olympia Avenue, Parkmore 011 783 5432 www.alimentos.co.za Bice ristorAnte 1st Road, Hyde Park, Sandton 011 341 8080 www.southernsun.com BomBAY Blues Standard Bank Building, Cnr. Cradock & Tyrwhitt Avenues, Rosebank 011 447 3210 Breeze restAurAnt Emerald Resort & Casino 777 Frikkie Meyer Blvd Vanderbijlpark 016 982 8166 cAFe DellA sAlute Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton 011 784 2145 www.cafedellasalute.co.za colonY Arms 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Colony Centre, Craighall Park, Randburg 011 447 6646 www.colonyarms.co.za
cArnivore South African cuisine Muldersdrift Estate, 69 Drift Boulevard (R114), Muldersdrift 011 950 6000 www.carnivore.co.za The Carnivore restaurant, situated in the grounds of Misty Hills Country Hotel, needs little introduction. Renowned for its positioning statement - “Africa’s Greatest Eating Experience”- it is a cornerstone of the Recreation Africa Group. cAsAlinGA Rocky Ridge Road, off Beyers Naude Drive, Muldersdrift 087 941 1223 www.casalinga.co.za cAtz pYJAmAs The Orignal 24 Hour Bistro, 12 Main Rd, Melville 011 726 8596 www.catzpyjamas.co.za
coAcHmAns inn 29 Peter Place, Lyme Park, Sandton 011 706 7269 DW eleven - 13 Dunkeld West shopping centre, c/o Jan smuts & Bompass str, Dunkeld West 011 341 0663 enGeDi Bistro Plot 22, Protea Ridge Rd/Honingklip Rd, Kromdraai 011 589 3495 www.en-gedi.co.za info@en-gedi.co.za HArvArD cAFé Terminal Building, Rand Airport 011 827 4856 www.harvardcafe.co.za Jozi steAKHouse Shop 96, Upper Level, 60 Riviera Rd, Killarney 011 486 4627 KeG & FillY Omlee Office Park, 4 Tambach Rd, Sunninghill 011 803 2823 www.atthekeg.co.za KuzinA restAurAnt The Firs Shopping Centre, Cnr Biermann & Cradock Ave, Rosebank 011 880 5000 mYtHos Cnr Van der Linde & Smith Streets Bedfordview 011 615 2271 www.mythos.co.za pAreA tAvernA 3 Corlett Drive, Illovo, Sandton 011 788 8777 www.parea.co.za
scHWArmA co Shop 2, 71 Grant Ave, Norwood 011 483 1776 www.schwarmacompany.co.za tHe silver BircH Lifestyle Garden, Centre, Beyers Naude Drive, Honeydew 011 792 5714 www.thesilverbirch.co.za tsG The Leaping Frog Garden Centre cnr. William Nicol & Mulbarton Rd Fourways 011 465 7270 www.tsg4ways.co.za Yo susHi Morningside, shop 11, 90 Degree on Rivonia, Cnr Rivonia & Kelvin, Morningside, Sandton 011 804 9504 Yo susHi Parktown North, shop 6, Parktown Quarter, Cnr 3rd & 7th Ave, Parktown North 011 442 0246
Where to play?
ApArtHeiD museum Northern Parkway & Gold Reef Rd Ormonde 011 309 4700 www.apartheidmuseum.org info@apartheidmuseum.org The basic principle behind apartheid was simple – segregate everything. Cut a clean line through a nation to divide black from white and keep them divided. Pay us a visit and you will come to understand that any form of racial inequality leads to destruction. Apartheid is exactly where it belongs – in a museum.
pizzA lunA Shop 10, Rivonia Village on Rivonia Boulevard 011 803 7699 /082 683 1741
BuDDHA tA Shop No. 72, Design Quarter District, Fourways 011 465 8141 www.buddhata.co.za
osteriA tre nonni 9 Grafton Ave, Craighall Park 086 122 2532 www.osteriatrenonni.co.za info@osteriatrenonni.co.za
DitsonG nAtionAl museum oF militArY HistorY 22 Erlswold Way, Saxonwold 011 646 5513 milmus@icon.co.za www.ditsong.org.za
river DecK countrY estAte 35 Peter Rd, Ruimsig 087 940 9920 www.riverdeck.co.za
emperors pAlAce 64 Jones Rd, Kempton Park 011 928 1000 www.emperorspalace.co.za Conveniently situated alongside O R Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort combines timeless, classical elegance and sheer excitement. With luxurious accommodation in four unique hotels, a glorious health and beauty spa, a magnificent casino with unparalleled gaming enjoyment, the finest in dining options, spectacular entertainment choices, a retail concourse, world class conference facilities and impeccable service, Emperors Palace has it all. Come to Emperors Palace. Come to the Palace of Dreams! emerAlD AFricAn spA Emerald Resort & Casino, 777 Frikkie Meyer Blvd, Vanderbijlpark 016 982 8132
The Emerald African Spa offers an ‘in touch with nature’ experience combined with high standards treatments to help the guest escape from the hustle & bustle of everyday life. For specials and treatment book today! montecAsino Cnr William Nicol Drive & Witkoppen Rd, Fourways 011 510 7777 www.montecasino.co.za montecAsino BirD GArDens William Nicol Drive, Fourways 011 511 1864 neWs cAFe sAnDton 24 Central, Cnr Gwen Lane & Fredman Drive, Sandown 011 883 4370 www.newscafe.co.za orlAnDo toWers, tHe BunGee BriDGe Dynamo Street, cnr Old Potch Rd, Orlando, Soweto 071 674 4343 www.orlandotowers.co.za info@orlandotowers.co.za
Lifestyle Home Garden offers the biggest, best and brightest plant range combined with service and advice from staff with a passion for gardening and décor excellence.
soutH AFricAn lipizzAners 1 Dahlia Rd, Kyalami, Midrand 011 702 2103
melrose ArcH Melrose Boulevard (entrance off Corlett, Drive & Athol Oaklands Rd) 011 684 0000 www.melrosearch.co.za
teAtro At montecAsino Montecasino, Montecasino Boulevard, Corner William Nicol & Witkoppen Roads, Fourways 011 510 7472 www.montecasino.co.za
nelson mAnDelA squAre Rivonia Rd, Sandton 011 217 6045/6 www.nelsonmandela.com
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HERE ARE SOME PRECAUTIONS YOU SHOULD TAKE WHEN VISITING SOUTH AFRICA: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Avoid grand displays of expensive jewellery, cameras, laptops and other valuables. Plan your route beforehand, and the type of transport you're going to use. Keep your doors locked at all times and wind windows up. Lock valuable items in the trunk of your car. Be aware of whether any vehicle or people are following you. Never pick up strangers, no matter how friendly they appear. At night, park in well-lit areas Explore in groups rather than alone, and stick to busy, well-lit streets At night stay clear of dark, isolated areas Avoid isolated beaches. Never carry large sums of money around. Travelers cheques are your best bet. Always carry a map with you in the event that you get lost. Also keep your passport, plane ticket and other important documents in a safe place. If in any doubt about the safety of an area, phone a police station for advice.
EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES IN CAPE TOWN: • Argentine Republic 8 Brittany Avenue Bantry Bay 021 439 0403 • Brazil (Federative Republic of ) 2nd Floor, Safmarine House, 22 Riebeeck Street, Cape Town 021 421 4040/1/2 • British Consulate General: Southern Life Centre, 8 Riebeek Street, City Centre 021 405 2400 • Canadian Consulate General: 19th Floor, Reserve Bank Building, 60 St George’s Mall, City Centre 021 423 5240 • Chile (Republic of ) Suite 1918, Main Tower, 19th Floor, Standard Bank Centre Heerengracht, Cape Town 021 421 2344/46 • French Consulate: 78 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens 021 423 1575
• German Consulate General and Embassy: 19th Floor, Safmarine House, 22 Riebeek Street, Cape Town 021 405 3000 • Italy Republic of 2 Grey’s Pass Gardens,Cape Town 021 487 3900 • Korea (Republic of ) Sunset Avenue No. 7LandadnoHoutbay, 021 790 9970 • Mexico (United Mexican States) 2nd Floor, the Spearhead Building, 42 Hans Strijdom Avenue Foreshore, Cape Town 021 419 3848 • Netherlands Consulate General 100 Strand Street, nr Buitengracht, City Centre 021 421 5660
• New Zealand Honorary Consulate General: 345 Lansdowne Road, Lansdowne 021 696 8561 • Spain (Kingdom of ) 37 Shortmarket Street Cape Town 021 422 2326/7
• Switzerland Kingdom of Nr 1, Thibault Square, 26th Floor (Old BP Building) cnr Long and Hans Strijdom Streets, Cape Town 021 418 3669 • US Consulate: 2 Reddam Avenue, Westlake, Tokai 021 702 7300
JUST A LiTTLE REMINDER MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY Remember to lock your car. Never leave valuables in your car. Keep all keys in your possession. Never leave children alone in the vehicle. PROTECTING YOURSELF Carry your camera securely in a camera bag. Avoid dark, isolated areas. Do not walk alone in isolated areas - this includes hiking. Do not carry large sums of money. Be alert!
SAFETY AT THE BEACH Do not go to deserted beaches. Leave at least one person with your belongings when you go for a swim. Keep valuable items locked away. Follow safety regulations in place for each beach. Don’t forget sun block! SHOULD ANYTHING HAPPEN: Stay calm; Contact the police immediately; Make use of the trauma facilities available.
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