Seeff Atlantic Seaboard & City Bowl Property Pages Mag (now BLUE) Summer 2016/2017

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PROPERTY MARKET OUTLOOK SHOULD REMAIN STABLE INTO EARLY 2017

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espite a now widely accepted slow-down in sales, the outlook for the residential property market for the rest of 2016 and into early 2017 looks stable.

Although there is still plenty of activity to keep estate agents and sellers busy, we are noticing that a lot of the energy of the last two to three years has subsided for most of the country. The exception is the Western Cape, which continues to benefit from an influx of demand from other provinces and excellent business and market confidence.

That said, the market remains reasonably balanced, albeit now slower in terms of sales volumes and price growth. The flat interest rate should serve as encouragement for most buyers, and we expect the rate to remain flat for the remainder of this year.

Meanwhile, the banks are also still lending to qualifying buyers.

While FNB recently reported phenomenal price growth for the Cape of 12.1%, Gauteng and KZN just managed 4.1% respectively and the

Eastern Cape 5.3%. While slower, we do not expect the price growth to dip much lower for the time being and buyers should not wait for lower prices.

Buyers, though, should be cautioned to act responsibly and to budget carefully as we are operating under volatile conditions at the moment, both economically and politically.

Serious sellers should not be tempted to hold out for higher prices as we are unlikely to return to the positive sellers’ market that prevailed during the 2012 – 2015 period any time soon.

This year, we have seen more stock come onto the market and buyers are now more wary about paying high prices. That means that if you are serious about selling, you now need to be more conservative with your price expectations if you hope to conclude a successful sale.

This year has certainly highlighted the importance of good governance and economic and political stability. Despite the recent improved economic growth, the

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outlook remains weak and this will directly influence the property market.

Nonetheless, we are looking to see the year out with still fairly good trading. Remember, there is always some degree of activity in the market, regardless of the economy. There are always people who need to buy or sell for whatever reason, and it remains business as usual for the time being.

Your home is our story so, be sure to start

EMAIL: CHARL@CHAPELLANE.CO.ZA

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your next chapter with Seeff. We are delighted to present a selection of our property listings.

Visit www.seeff.com, to view our extensive range of properties or to keep up to date with the latest property news.

SAMUEL SEEFF Chairman TEL: +27 (0) 82 452 8110

BILLY'S MESSAGE

HOME IS OUR STORY

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t is often said that there’s nothing buying and selling properties, we better than a white Christmas, understand it is more than just a but in truth, a festive season transaction - this is your story spent along Atlantic Seaboard’s and we are honoured to write this beautiful beaches and City Bowl’s chapter with you.” In line with this breathtaking green surrounds seems new direction, we are turning our a far more attractive proposition. attention outwards and focusing Mix together some tanning at not just on property transactions Clifton’s Blue Flag beaches, but on our clients, their homes and sundowners in Camps Bay, or at their stories. the V&A, or relaxing over lunch A selection of our properties are and celebrating with dinner parties showcased on page 52 and you can at trendy restaurants along Kloof view a great variety of exclusive Street - you’ve got the recipe for a mandates at our exhibition at perfect festive season. the V&A Waterfront from the 29 Our cover story offers insight into November to the 5 December. the kind of lifestyle obtainable when Contact our specialists if you are living and socialising in Cape Town. interested in a valuation, buying, Situated in a magnificent location selling or letting a property and in Clifton, this multi-level villa is share your story with us. a piece of paradise. You can read more about it on page 26.

As we approach the end of BILLY RAUTENBACH 2016, it is also a time to reflect and Sales Director give back to those who are less Seeff Atlantic Seaboard fortunate than us. This year we V&A Waterfront Marina and City Bowl decided to participate in the very successful Santa Shoebox initiative by pledging boxes filled with all sorts of goodies for children in and Contact Seeff around Cape Town.

Camps Bay +27 (0)21 438 1055 And, as we look forward to the Sea Point +27 (0)21 434 9175 new year, we have launched our City Bowl +27 (0)21 423 9146 V&A Waterfront +27 (0)21 425 5970 Seeff brand with a campaign: “With www.seeff.com over half a century of expertise

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COVER PROPERTY

FEAST YOUR EYES ON THIS R55 MILLION CLIFTON VILLA, WHICH OFFERS THE ULTIMATE IN LUXURY LIVING.

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COOKING WITH MICROBREWS BRINGS OUT TASTE AND TEXTURE. TRY THIS BALSAMIC & BEER MARINADE.

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ENTERTAINMENT

THE INCOMPARABLE ONE&ONLY OFFERS FIVESTAR TREATS TO LOCALS AND VISITORS ALIKE.

PERFORMANCE

CATCH THE NEW MASERATI LEVANTE AT THE CAPE2RIO YACHT RACE VILLAGE THIS DECEMBER.

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FIND SERENITY AT FOUNDERS LODGE, ADRIAN GARDINER'S ORIGINAL HOME ADJACENT TO SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE.

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MARKET OVERVIEW BUSY SUMMER SEASON SETS IN

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PROPERTY INTERNATIONAL BUYER’S GUIDE

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MAP OF WHERE TO BUY

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SOCIAL PAGES SEEFF & THE SANTA SHOEBOX PROJECT

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THE SEEFF PROPERTY EXPO AT THE V&A

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COCKTAILS DRESSING UP YOUR PIMMS

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VISUAL ESSAY

AROUND THE WORLD WITH VACHERON CONSTANTIN & AWARD-WINNING PHOTOGRAPHER STEVE MCCURRY

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SPEND A LAZY SATURDAY MORNING RELAXING AT THE HERMANUSPIETERSFONTEIN FOOD AND WINE MARKET.

LUXURY TOP 1O BRANDS

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CITY BOWL OFFICE KLOOF STREET, CITY BOWL 021 423 9146

SEA POINT OFFICE SEA POINT MEDICAL CENTRE 1 KLOOF ROAD, SEA POINT 021 434 9175

V&A WATERFRONT OFFICE QUAY ROAD, V&A WATERFRONT 021 425 5970

DIRECTORS IAN SLOT: MANAGING DIRECTOR DINIS MARTINS: COO AND RENTALS BILLY RAUTENBACH: SALES DIRECTOR ROSS LEVIN: DEVELOPMENTS DIRECTOR

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They identified 12 locations; 12 rare, littleknown and sometimes inaccessible sites to be captured by the photographer’s lens.

Above and beyond the beauty of these images, the shots reflect the spirit that has been driving Vacheron Constantin for 260 years. This odyssey of finding remarkable locations began in Geneva in February 2016 and will continue across the world until the end of the year.

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MARKET OVERVIEW

ATLANTIC SEABOARD & CITY BOWL PROPERTY A BUSY SUMMER SEASON AHEAD

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s the balmy summer weather and annual tourist season set in, Cape Town readies itself for a busy few months for real estate agents across the Atlantic Seaboard, V&A Waterfront and City Bowl.

Despite a rather lacklustre year for the economy, these areas have performed well in terms of sales and prices. Agency sales alone (according to the latest Propstats data) already top the R6.28 billion mark for the areas as a whole.

In addition to seeing an increase in local house hunters, the November to April period also brings in foreign

buyers as well as those from the inland provinces, especially the greater Johannesburg and Pretoria areas looking to either migrate to the city or invest in a second home here.

That means that we are in a rather favourable selling phase and it is, indeed, a good time to speak to your local area specialist.

The stats for the City Bowl and CBD areas are still looking good, with wellpriced properties still selling within about 44 days of listing date and at an average price discount of only 5.7%.

Sectional title sales comprised about half of the value of the market this year. The CBD and City

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Bowl remain very active insofar as apartment sales are concerned and, besides the demand that comes from second home and investment buyers, the new year also brings the usual influx of residential buyers looking for the convenience and trendy cosmopolitan lifestyle of the inner city.

Freehold houses, too, remain in high demand, especially in the R5 million to R10 million price band, and buyers are now prepared to pay well into the upper millions in topend suburbs such as Higgovale and Oranjezicht.

The Atlantic Seaboard suburbs remain as active as ever and continue

to attract buyers from across the country and around the world. The sub-R15 million price band has been the busiest this year, accounting for about 80% of all transactions.

In the sub-R10 million price band, properties are selling within just over a month from the listing date and at a price discount of on average just 5% compared to an overall market average of 7%.

Sectional title properties, especially apartments below R3 million in areas such as Green Point and Sea Point, are still selling within a day to a week.

Stock levels remain tight and as we head into the busy holiday season, we

urge those still looking to sell to get into the market.

Luxury apartments in the R4 million to R6 million price range are hot sellers, but there is now also a bit more demand at the top R15 million to R30 million price end of the market.

Freehold houses on the Atlantic Seaboard continue to attract a wide range of buyers, especially families looking for a foothold in the area. The R8 million to R15 million price range in areas such as Camps Bay, Clifton, Bantry Bay and Fresnaye continue to sell well if there is value in the property. Houses in the R4 million to R8 million price range in Sea Point and

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Green Point too, are hot sellers.

The R20 million-plus super luxury sector also remains as active as ever, although buyers at this end of the market tend to be extremely selective.

That said, Seeff has had sales of up to R75 million, and there is still sincere interest in top-end villas priced to about R150 million.

The favourable exchange rate, combined with Cape Town’s top global ranking for capital value growth (according to the latest Knight Frank Global Cities Index) bodes well for the market and we expect it to remain consistently active at least into the early part of 2017.

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BUYING PROPERTY IN SA

South Africa has a secure and well-developed legal process for acquiring fixed property, yet there are some variations in how the marketplace functions locally, as well as specific regulations that affect foreign nationals who wish to invest in the Cape’s coastal regions.

THE ROLE OF AGENTS Unlike some foreign property markets, South Africans do not use a Buyer’s Agent. The primary focus of realtors (also called “estate agents”) is to secure a mandate from a prospective seller to market his or her property and then to

place this property on the radar of as many suitable potential buyers as possible. Larger established agencies such as Seeff have thousands of properties for sale listed on their website, www.seeff. com, where prospective buyers can search according to criteria such

as area, price, size and amenities.

There is no one single multilisting platform where all available properties in an area, regardless of the estate agency who holds the mandate, can be viewed. Yet, as a prospective buyer, your Seeff agent can assist you in gaining

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access to any home listed either with Seeff, with other agencies, or privately.

Once you are ready to make an offer, the estate agent will provide all the necessary legal paperwork, and manage the whole process of transfer between the buyer and seller, including liaising with the transferring attorneys. The seller pays the agent a commission for these services, as agreed upon when securing the initial mandate, or as renegotiated. As purchaser, you have fully transparent disclosure of such incentives.

WHO CAN BUY Any foreign national can acquire property in South Africa, excluding, of course, illegal aliens. Property may also be purchased through corporate entities, either registered locally or internationally, rather than by an individual. However, in the case of a foreign corporation, a local public officer and local registration may be required. In the event of you opting to buy through a corporate entity or trust, Value Added Tax may be attracted by such a transaction. Upon selling, individuals and companies are subjected to a withholding tax unless a prior directive on Capital Gains Taxes has been issued by the tax authorities. It is highly

advisable to consult with a local property taxation and exchange control specialist attorney before submitting an offer to purchase, in order to clarify what suits your situation best and how your future repatriation of funds and profits may also be affected by the structure you choose.

DEEDS OFFICE & CONVEYANCERS Each property in South Africa is held under title deed and registered with a regional registry of land. The seller appoints a specialised attorney, called a “conveyancer,” who will ensure that your new property, as well as any bonding to financial institutions, are recorded in order to protect your legal interests in your new property. Make sure that any alterations or additions to the property meet building regulations and have been approved.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Financial assistance can be obtained from any one of the major banks’ homeloan divisions, or through several bond originators. This will be granted in the form of a loan secured by a mortgage bond to be registered in favour of the bank granting the loan. Foreign buyers can only apply for loans to the equivalent

value of their so-called “borrowing base,” i.e., --the amount of foreign funds they introduce to pay part of the deal. In effect, it means that a foreign buyer cannot obtain local financing for more than 50% of their transaction. Funds brought into the country for the purposes of the transaction can either be lodged with a local bank, or in the trust account of the conveyancing attorney, who contributes to a fidelity insurance by the profession to protect the public against the risk of trust account fraud. It is the exception that such cases occur and you are generally welladvised to lodge your funds with the conveyancer. Large estate agencies such as Seeff only work with larger, and well-respected attorneys, so do ask your realtor to refer you in this regard.

REPUTATION MATTERS In the final instance, investing in a new geography like Cape Town, with its wonderful lifestyle and financial returns, can be very rewarding, yet carries some risk.

Working with a leading group such as Seeff, with 51 years of local experience and with almost 20% of their property transactions in this area being concluded by foreign buyers, is the best way to get the best advice, excellent post-tax returns, and peace of mind.

Legal Disclaimer. Opinions expressed in this article should not be taken as legal or business advice and readers are advised to seek professional opinions on the matters raised within this article.

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Clifton has long been the ultimate South African suburb. It is home to the rich and famous and a haven for international jet-setters. Its immaculate white sand and glistening water, bronzed bodies and designer sunglasses give Clifton’s four beaches sufficient glamour and ecosavvy to deserve not only the “see and be seen” cachet it has acquired, but its Blue Flag status as well.

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his multi-level villa was designed first and foremost to optimise one of the most breath-taking views in all of the South African property market.

Voluminous patios, large glass doors and big windows make it possible from virtually every spot in the house to fully appreciate the absolutely magnificent location of this property.

Designed for lovers of the sun, sea and surf, the pool-side porch allows plenty of space for entertainment, with deck-chairs, a large sunbed and a transparent balustrade that bring the coolness of your pool close to the endless scene in front of you. Modern touches, like the angular corners, sunken pool deck and the artistic divider wall, set the perfect scene for a day of leisure.

The interior is spacious and the living areas on the lower level seamlessly follow the visual aesthetics of the exterior. Long sunbeams shine deep into these rooms and give the sense of being close to the ocean, even when reclining deep into a soft sofa. American shutters fold away unless needed for the rare heat wave that requires a balance between views and ultraviolet. It is one of the most striking features of this stretch of coastline that one can smell and simultaneously feel the cool Atlantic breeze coming off the ocean. Sometimes it feels so fresh that you wish you could bite it like a crisp, green apple. If you bottle this breeze, you could afford every Clifton villa ever built. But in the meantime, throw this villa’s large doors and windows wide open and let it wash over you.

The living area is more private, with en-suite bedrooms each designed with a continued sense of proximity to the elements. Smaller porches lead off these rooms, and windows point towards the best views – whether a sunset in the west or the clouds rolling in on the south-easter over the back of Table Mountain’s Twelve Apostles.

As with every fitting and appliance in this villa, the bathrooms are on par with what you would expect of a five-star hotel stay.

For the entertainer, the kitchen and dining room allow for gourmet cooking and intimate serving areas, with the wine cellar and sauna adding to the experience for your visitors. Invite them to stay over, as the separate flatlet will allow. Rare to find in this popular area, you have two garages with direct access into your home.

If you crave the buzz of trendy tourists and locals alike, venture out to the best that Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard living has on offer – close enough for convenience, far enough to not disturb the fine harmony of this opulent home.

The upmarket suburb of Clifton lies just

beyond Bantry Bay, between Sea Point and Camps Bay, in one of the most superb settings against the backdrop of Table Mountain. Clifton is well protected from the prevailing winds and enjoys probably the best micro-climate in the Cape. Living here often has the added bonus of quiet evenings as the throngs tend to head off just up the road to Camps Bay’s many restaurants, clubs and bars.

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Clifton consists of four beaches separated by granite boulders with spectacular surroundings and an unrivalled beauty. For many, this is the ultimate beachfront address. Seeff has successfully been selling property in Clifton for many years and prices have escalated dramatically due to supply and demand. Top designer homes rarely come onto the market, as Clifton offers a lifestyle which only the select few have the privilege of experiencing.

Seeff has been active in Cape Town for more than fifty years, and should be your first stop to gain access to rare finds along the Atlantic Seaboard. Visit Seeff.com today to see what else we may have on offer, or should you wish us to showcase your home to buyers of high calibre.

PRICE: R55 million HOME: 6 Bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 garages FEATURES: Pool, separate flatlet, sauna and wine cellar ERF SIZE: 564m2 WEB REF SEEFF.COM: 405874 CONTACT: Lance Cohen on +27 (0)21 434 9175 or 27 (0)82 416 6103 or lance@seeff.com

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SANTA SHOEBOX

The Santa Shoebox is a project that has grown in leaps and bounds over the past 10 years with donations reaching a total 551 979 boxes. The success of the project can largely be attributed to its personal nature – donors give gifts to children whose names, ages and genders are provided when pledging. Once the shoebox is filled with the Christmas goodies, the shoeboxes are distributed to more than 1 000 recipient facilities around South Africa and Namibia. This year, Seeff Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl decided to participate in this unbelievable project by pledging 30 shoeboxes made up by members of staff.

To find out how to get involved, volunteer or donate: WWW.SANTASHOEBOX.ORG.ZA

Representing Seeff, from left to right: Liam Mally, Madeleine Marks, Ashleigh De Wet, Daryl Sass, Tamsyn Mally, Billy Rautenbach, Adrian Mauerberger, Nosiphiwo Tonjeni, Jackie Kruyer, Ken Miller.

Colourful shoeboxes stretch as far as the eye can see at the CTICC.

Adrian Mauerberger, Nosiphoiwo Tonjeni and Billy Rautenbach.

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SELLING

HOW DO I BENEFIT?

SEEFF PROPERT Y EXPOS

Seeff Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl hosts a series of property exhibitions every year at the V&A Waterfront, South Africa’s most visited shopping destination. For sellers and buyers alike, it is a perfect opportunity to get some fantastic insight into the market.

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ecause timing is so important, it makes perfect sense to give the absolute maximum exposure to interested buyers within this critical period. Likewise, as a buyer, you want to see as many options as possible as you work through your choices and refine your search criteria. The Seeff Property Expos are designed to add to this a massive impetus, bringing large numbers of buyers and sellers together in the same space in a very short period of time. It is efficient, and it has proven its ability to deliver with high success.

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The V&A Waterfront is South Africa’s and the African continent’s premier tourist destination, with well over 20 million visitors per annum.

This makes it the perfect location for homeowners to showcase properties exclusively mandated to Seeff, guaranteeing them that their property will not only be seen by large numbers of people, but also actively marketed by the experienced Seeff agents on duty at the Expo.

All four of Seeff’s divisions – namely sales, rentals, commercial and the recently launched ShortStay – are represented at the exhibitions.

At the stand, there are ambassadors who assist the public with any property related inquiries. Those visiting the Waterfront may look at the various properties on display and, should there be a property of interest, one of Seeff’s property specialists contact them to arrange viewings and to answer any followup questions.

This summer, Seeff offers sellers with sole Seeff mandates the opportunity to feature their homes at four forthcoming V&A exhibitions from: 29 November to 5 December; 24 to 30 January; 21 to 27 February and 28 March to 3 April when there is, once again, massive foot traffic during the school break and public holiday season.

If you are serious about achieving the best possible price within the shortest possible time, there is hardly a better option than becoming part of these Seeff Property Expos. Signup today simply by contacting the Seeff office in your area.

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The Cape2Rio yacht race is set to return to Cape Town this December and will present a thrilling line-up with Maserati as a headline sponsor. There is a Racing Week, followed by an inport Regatta on 26 December, with the larger Racing fleet departing on 1 January 2017.

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aserati South Africa has a long history with sailing, both locally and internationally and so they were delighted to announce their association with some of Cape Town’s premier sailing events. “There is a clear synergy between the majestic yachts, the daring sport of sailing, and Maserati’s tradition of craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology,” says Brad Graaff, Operations Manager for European Automotive Imports - South Africa (EAI-SA).

A CLASSIC YACHT RACE The racing fiesta kicks off with the second annual Maserati Cape Town Race Week, taking place from 15 to 20 December, which sets the scene for the Cape2Rio race departing shortly thereafter.

Based at the V&A Waterfront, and hosted by the Royal Cape Yacht Club, the Maserati Cape Town Race Week will provide sailors from all over the country the chance to race around Table Bay and then unwind in style at one of the many social events hosted throughout one of the world’s most iconic harbour areas. Then it is onto the Cape2Rio. Having started in 1971, the Cape2Rio race will go into its 46th year in 2017. From the very beginning, the longest transatlantic ocean race at 3 500 nautical miles (or 5 500km) has attracted interest from around the world and enticed some of the planet’s most celebrated sailors and yachts to its start line. Tactical and testing, the race demands the finest seamanship

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of its participants. This latest edition is no different, with the best in show from 10 different countries ready to set sail from Cape Town. The 2017 entrants include crews from South Africa, Angola, Australia, Argentina, USA, Germany, the United Kingdom and Brazil. The largest mono-hull entry is the Andrews 70 from San Diego, while the smallest is the 31ft Benneteau from Cape Town.

Race crews include veterans from the America’s Cup, Volvo Ocean Race, Lipton Cup, Sydney Hobart, and the Caribbean 600.

Aiming for handicap honours will be the likes of Vulcan and the Black Pearl. Vulcan is a GP 42, and is skippered and owned by South African sailor Hylton Hale, who has been preparing the boat meticulously for the race.

Designed by fellow South African Shaun Carkeek, Vulcan has undergone an extensive refit in preparation for the offshore conditions and is a real contender for the overall winner’s trophy. Their battle with the Black Pearl, a German entrant, could shape up as the most potentially thrilling showdown of the event.

Another entry to watch is Gryphon, with a crew that celebrates the diversity and depth of sailing skill which Cape Town has to offer. Cape Town continues to produce some of the very best sailors and marine artisans in the world, and this team is a testament to that. A group of friends from the Cape Flats, an area not usually associated with global yacht racing, have defied the odds and prepared a world-class campaign. Reuniting in Cape Town from as far afield as Dubai, the team will compete in the 2017 edition of the race. Skilled, determined and professionally managed, Gryphon is certain to be the crowd favourite come the 1 January 2017 race start.

After leaving Cape Town, participants head northwest towards Ilha de Trinidad, and south-west from there towards South America. As they near the coast, skippers need to decide whether to take the longer route with stronger winds, or a more direct route with the chance of

lighter winds.

Prizes will be awarded to the first competitor across the line, for new records being set, as well as the first three on handicap in all classes. The race can be watched live, thanks to the live on-board satellite trackers. Xtra-Link will be providing the technology and links to the tracker can be found on www.cape2rio2017.com MASERATI INTRODUCES THEIR NEW SUV Maserati is an Italian luxury car manufacturer which was established on 1 December 1914, in Bologna (Italy) by its founder, Alfieri Maserati and his brothers. Their passion and talent contributed to the company DNA: innovation, excellence, and challenge, which are reflected in the brand’s claim: “The absolute opposite of ordinary.”

Its emblem, the trident, was inspired by the fountain on the Piazza del Nettuno in the centre of Bologna. It is a symbol that ties together the brothers, their hometown, and the artistry and craftsmanship for which Bologna and are known.

Through major investments into product development, production facilities as well as its worldwide dealer network, Maserati has hit a turning point. In addition to the successful GranTurismo and GranCabrio ranges, the latest generation of Maserati’s flagship sedan, the Quattroporte, and the new sports executive sedan, the Ghibli, provide the cornerstones to the brand’s strategy of producing some 70,000 and gaining a significantly strengthened presence in the global luxury car market.

Maserati Cape Town Race Week and Cape2Rio now form the backdrop to the latest offering from the Italian marque, the Maserati of SUVs, the Maserati Levante.

A true SUV, the Levante combines ability, exceptional performance and exquisite styling. The Maserati Levante and other model ranges will be on display at the Race Village on Jetty 2 at the V&A Waterfront from 15 December to 01 January.

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T H E M U S T- D O FOOD & WINE MARKET What do Capetonians do when they take a break from the beach and the sun, or when the southeaster howls? Head out of the city to enjoy local food and wines that regularly rake in awards and Michelin mentions.

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his summer, take a day-trip due south, towards Hermanus, jewel of the whale coast. Take a breather in apple country just beyond Sir Lowry’s Pass, at the famous Peregrine Farmstall, then head on towards HermanusPietersfontein Wine Cellar located in Hermanus where you can enjoy a relaxing Saturday morning at their food and wine market.

The HermanusPietersfontein Estate itself is located in the Sondagskloof area just outside Hermanus. Not quite unlike the famous Mouton Rothchild wine label of France, at HPF1855, as the estate is known in short, the sheep tell the story. Was it not for these woolly little creatures there would be no story to tell.

Yet, the story of Hermanuspietersfontein is fact, not fable.

Overberg farmers of the early 1800s preferred their children to be schooled in Dutch, the forerunner of Afrikaans. They paid farm teacher Hermanus Pieters in sheep, which grazed at a spring under the Milkwood trees near the sea. In 1855, long after his passing, the village was founded in his honour, only for the postmaster in 1902 to shorten the name to Hermanus.

A mere 150 years later, this estate honoured the past by naming its cellar brand Hermanuspietersontein and decided that the sheep should also tell the modern day tales. The memory of Hermanus Pieters and the passion of the people of the 1800s live on in the wine names and labels.

A trip to the HPF1855 Cellar is not just another day of wine tasting and wondering whether Uber services these regions. If timed correctly, this ideal day trip should coincide with one of the most exceptional food and wine market experiences that both city folk and foreign visitors will find in the Cape.

Since first opening its gates in September 2006, the Food and Wine Market at Hermanuspietersfontein Wine Cellar has been the place to which locals and tourists flock. No need to check the weather before you drive, as the market is out in full force every weekend. It may very well be a record – the 530 consecutive Saturdays since the Food and Wine Market at Hermanuspietersfontein opened as a place where local foodies could put on

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their best in dining and entertainment for a loyal, chill-craving clientele. It has become such a popular weekend outing that those who are regulars now refer to this place endearingly as “Die Markie” (the little market).

This is exclusively a food and wine market, and you’ll see happy people spontaneously tapping their toes to the beat of the music while nibbling local delicacies, sipping on fantastic wine from the estate, and generally whiling the time away.

This very special market is known for its seafood offerings, from abalone to freshly shucked oysters, curry fish, prawns, calamari, mussels, fish and chips. But there is more, including every traditional treat imaginable. You can taste pancakes, jaffles, healthy rusks and to-die-for cakes as well as artisanal coffee, an extensive selection of local cheeses, charcuterie and freshly baked breads. Plus olives, award-winning olive oil and tapenades, pies and salads, gourmet hot dogs, traditional English pork pies, Scotch eggs, freshly squeezed healthy fruit juices and the wine estate’s own brand of mineral water, bottled at source.

With 11 Hermanuspietersfontein wines and a sparkling wine – all with quirky Afrikaans names and personalities – to choose from, Die Markie is the one Saturday morning Hermanus experience you don’t want to miss out on. Wine is served in real wine glasses, while food comes on white crockery with real cutlery and white napkins to wipe little the kids’ happy, chocolate-covered faces and hands. To top it off for a proper family excursion, Rover and Spot, or friendly dogs of any name, are welcome to join as well.

You may also want to consider the farm cottages on the Estate for an evening sleepover, or join the Wine Club or shop on-line for your favourite HPF wines. This is place to come where old friends meet, new friendship are made and one can simple do precisely as the estate’s skapie logo suggests: to come and “Smile mêrim smile”.

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FOUNDERS LODGE FEEL AT HOME WITH ADRIAN GARDINER

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Viewed by many as the founder of conservation tourism in the Eastern Cape, Adrian Gardiner now offers a small, select number of guests the opportunity to stay over at his original residence, the secluded Founders Lodge. From here, one can experience all the serenity of the African bush in luxury surroundings while also being able to see the Big 5 at the adjacent Shamwari Reserve.

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ardiner has left deep footprints in both the global conservation community and the hospitality industry.

It all started in the Eastern Cape when he launched the legendary Shamwari Game Reserve. Gardiner’s original vision connected the Garden Route with the Big Five, all within driving distance from Cape Town and Port Elizabeth and in a malaria-free region. Building on the success of Shamwari, he formed the award-winning Mantis Group that today owns and manages 72 luxury hospitality establishments situated on all seven continents across the globe.

But Gardiner’s heart is still at home where it all started in the Eastern Cape. It is here at Founders Lodge, where many an unforgettable day was created as he hosted friends, families and celebrities. History and a long legacy hang thick in the atmosphere. Now, after extensive renovation, guests can share this rare experience by being invited to stay over inside this original home, under the excellent care of the Mantis Group and their top-class recipe for outstanding hospitality.

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TRAVEL To maintain the intimate and personal character of the experience, there are only six private suites available. Either set off in the courtyard or forming part of the home, they all allow access to the many comforts on offer. These include a library and business centre, a gym with steam room, the lounge replete with billiards, bar and fireplace, and the choice to dine on the superior cuisine either formally inside, or more casually outside on the veranda. There are two swimming pools on the premises, and a boma for those magical African fireside nights. The ambience is one of a lush, warm and inviting visit to a happy family home of undisputed good taste.

The immediate 400 hectare reserve around Founders is free of predators and, therefore, open for guests to explore on foot with guided tours.

Visitors can feel the excitement of tracking small animals and identifying the abundant bird, insect and plant life of the region.

The entrance to Shamwari starts a mere 50 metres away from the lodge.

Daily game drives with professional guides provide the perfect opportunity to encounter Africa’s incredible animals, while evening drives reveal the elusive magic of nocturnal Africa. Cocktails at sunset and coffee and tea at sunrise make the game drives so much more impressive. Guests can also stop by the Born Free Foundation’s Animal Rescue & Education centre to learn more about conservation and to meet some of the big cats under rehabilitation up close.

Inactivity, it must be added, is an acceptable activity, too, at Founders and one is welcome to just bring a good book and laze poolside while overlooking the beautiful scenery.

There are few better ways to spend the perfect day in Africa.

Founders Lodge is a place built on meaningful memory, and offers visitors the special opportunity to make time spent in the African outdoors equally memorable.

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FIVE T R E AT S One&Only Cape Town at the V&A is one of Cape Town’s proudest landmarks, yet it is not only for the foreign visitors to our summer shores.

We share five spectacular treats that this 5-star establishment has readily available for the enjoyment of Capetonians.

FOOD AND WINE EVENTS Many times, the right food paired to the right wine can be magical. And that’s exactly what the One&Only strives to bring you with their food and wine events. In 2017, One&Only Cape Town will host Reuben’s and the Vine events as well as Nobu Champagne Dinner nights. Here diners can enjoy perfectly paired wine with dishes prepared by Reuben’s chefs or a few glasses of bubbly with some Japanese foods prepared by Chef Dil Tamang of Nobu. It’s bound to be enchanting.

Price: R525 (Reuben’s and the Vine); R2 200 (Nobu champagne dinner) BUSINESS LUNCH Ready to impress your business associates? Pop in to Reuben’s Restaurant at One&Only Cape Town for a two-course business lunch with a

glass of wine or local craft beer on tap.

One&Only understands that time is money, so they promise that lunch will be enjoyed in less than 60 minutes. If not, it’s on them!

This offer includes the use of the business centre boardroom on availability and complimentary WI-FI. Price: R325 per person MORNING & AFTERNOON TEA The concept of “tea time” has been around since the mid-1800s. This means there’s been plenty of time to perfect this idea and, as expected, One&Only has outdone themselves. Their master patissier, Kyle Hickman and his team, work tirelessly to create a series of inspired sweet and savoury spoils from Monday to Sunday for those wanting to enjoy Afternoon Tea between 14h30 and 17h30. Themed Afternoon Teas

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have recently been made available on the first Saturday of each month, and a new offering of Morning Tea has been added to the mix on weekends.

Price: R295 for Afternoon Tea; R195 for Morning Tea FIND INSPIRATION FROM ONE&ONLY STORYTELLERS Now celebrating its sixth year, the One&Only Cape Town’s popular guest speaker series features a fascinating line-up of adventurers, mavericks and conservationists who play by their own rules, making history and creating waves as they go.

This year’s talks will no doubt once again provide inspiration and motivation for its audiences to go out and live their own lives to the fullest.

Held in the resort’s magnificent ballroom, the One&Only Cape Town

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Win a couples massage at the award-winning One&Only Spa. Located on its very own private island, One&Only Spa is an oasis of serenity surrounded by water and lush vegetation and offers tailored holistic experiences, ranging from pure relaxation to unique and signature wellness “journeys”.

With soothing therapies and calming rituals, One&Only Spa Cape Town has created a carefully considered environment for total wellbeing. One&Only Spa encompasses no less than 12 treatment rooms, many of which have pitched roofs, highlighting the lofty spaciousness of the suites and giving a distinctly African feel through the extensive use of natural wood.

To enter, head over to One&Only Cape Town’s Facebook page, write on their wall and tell them who you would like to bring with you to your treatment and why. Be sure to tag the person in your post! www.facebook.com/OneOnlyCapeTown Terms and conditions: The competition ends 31 January 2017. A winner will be randomly chosen and the judge’s decision is final. The prize is valid until 31 July 2017 and is subject to availability. The prize cannot be redeemed for cash and it is not transferable. Participants have to be over the age of 18.

speaker series involves a talk by the woman or man or of the moment, followed by a mouth-watering buffet dinner at Reuben’s restaurant. Guests will relish the opportunity to tap into someone else’s reality and to hear about what makes them tick, offering food for thought and a different perspective on life as we know it.

REFRESHED ONE&ONLY SPA The spa has recently undergone a redesign with updated décor and ambience. From the minute you walk in, there’s a sense of relaxation within the new spa. There are 14 innovative treatments to try, each of which will leave you feeling rejuvenated. Spa visitors can also make use of the new lunch menu and indulge in one or more of the new cocktails.

CONTACT ONE&ONLY for more information: +27 (0)21 431 5888 WWW.ONEANDONLYRESORTS.COM

RECIPE

COOKING WITH RIB EYE STEAK

WITH BEER & BALSAMIC MARINADE Beer is so good it should be used for more than just drinking, right? Even though we love the drinking, it also makes the most awesome of marinades, like this recipe for steak with beer and balsamic vinegar. Try it, you won’t regret it. The only way to improve upon this recipe? Serve it with a bottle of CBC Amber Weiss.

INGREDIENTS FOR THE STEAK: • 2 x 200g rib eye steaks • 30g Parmesan cheese • 30g wild rocket FOR THE BEER AND BALSAMIC MARINADE: • 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil • ¼ cup (60ml) CBC Amber Weiss • 2 tbsp (30ml) quality balsamic vinegar • 1 tbsp (15ml) brown sugar • 1 sprig rosemary, leaves finely chopped • 1 clove garlic, crushed • Pinch of dried chilli (optional) • Maldon sea salt and freshly ground black pepper METHOD 1. To prepare the beer and balsamic marinade, place all the marinade ingredients except the salt into a bowl and mix together until well combined.

2. Add your rib eye steaks to the mixture and allow to marinade for at least one hour or as long as you possibly can. By adding beer to your marinade it not only adds to the flavor but also helps tenderize the steak.

3. To cook the steak, heat a grill pan until hot or light the braai and get your coals ready, then remove the steaks from the marinade and season with sea salt.

4. Grill the meat for about 2–3 minutes on each side for medium rare. The cooking time will vary slightly depending on the size and thickness of the steaks.

5. Remove the steaks from the heat and allow to rest for a couple of minutes.

6. While the steaks are resting add the marinade to the pan and bring to the boil. Cook for about a minute or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

Serve your steaks drizzled with a little beer and balsamic marinade, topped with grated parmesan shavings, wild rocket and don’t forget the CBC Amber Weiss for the drinking.

League of Beers is an online craft beer store from whom you can order a monthly case of mixed microbrews. If you are keen to learn the basics of beer tasting, League of Beers is offering one lucky reader an Intro to Tasting Case, which includes 12 examples of the key beer styles and a tasting sheet with tips on how to taste each beer and what to look for. Simply SMS “Microbrew” to 082 452 8110 with your name and birth date (over 18s only please) before 31 January 2017. www.leagueofbeers.com

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Thanks to Luisa Farelo for her recipe and styling and League of Beers for the concept.

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DRESSING UP

YOUR PIMM'S

Ahhh, ocean breezes, garden parties, cocktails court-side or at a polo match… It’s always Pimm's time when it’s summer time and here are just a few ways to jazz up your Pimms No 1.

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imm's is a ginbased drink containing a secret mixture of herbs and liqueurs that dates back to 1823 England. It tastes subtly of spice and citrus and makes for a refreshing summer long drink. The most popular way to serve it is with lemonade and a fruit basket of various chopped garnishes. But one can get a tad creative, too.

PIMM’S ORIGINAL Stick with a tried and true recipe for a social gathering.

• Highball glass • 50ml Pimm’s No.1 • 150ml of Lemonade • Ice • Mint, orange, and strawberries • Cucumber to garnish Muddle the mint just a bit.

Pile all the ingredients in a tall glass. Mix and sip.

Better, still: make a very large jugful and share with friends.

SPICY GINGER PIMM’S Substitute the lemonade with ginger ale or, better yet, ginger beer for a bit of a kick. Follow the recipe for Pimm’s Original, then garnish with lemon or lime.

PIMM’S ROYAL CUP Mix your Pimm's with Champagne or sparkling white wine (in a 1:3 ratio) for a regal encounter.

Garnish with a cherry.

THE PIMMLET Want to get a bit fancier, and a bit stronger, try the Pimmlet.

• Cocktail shaker • Martini glass • 25ml Pimm’s No.1 • 25ml Gordon’s Gin • 25ml fresh lime juice • Ice • Cucumber and mint • Dash of sugar syrup Muddle cucumber, mint leaves, and sugar syrup in a cocktail shaker, fill with ice and then shake for a minute. Strain into a chilled martini glass.

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TOP 10

LUXURY BRANDS

Luxury brands have been under some pressure since the 2008 economic slowdown, yet there is enduring value in acquiring assets under particular brand names that appear on the top list with regular frequency.

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randwatch, a group that provides analytics for the global luxury industry, recently published their annual list of the top luxury brands, and it offers few surprises. This year, they scored 34 brands in the categories of social visibility, general visibility, net sentiment, reach growth and engagement/content; summing the scores to determine overall brand reputation. By the end of this process, French fashion label Chanel edged out Louis Vuitton as the most reputable brand.

Social visibility measures a brand’s presence across social media channels, while general visibility refers to conversations generated in news outlets, blogs and forums. Chanel scored a perfect 100 in both general visibility and reach growth, with Gucci following in general visibility at 93 and Burberry scoring an impressive 99 on reach growth. Chanel’s 91 in social visibility was good for third, behind Dior’s 97 and Louis Vuitton’s perfect score.

Rounding out the top 10 were Cartier, Tiffany & Co, Versace, Christian Louboutin, Prada and Michael Kors and Ted Baker.

Earlier this year though, a different group, the Luxury Institute, showed research pointing to the fact that the popularity of a widely bought brand does not always sync with consumers’ perception of its value and luxury credentials. They surveyed affluent women from seven of the world’s wealthiest nations to gain insights on which brands hold the most clout in terms of quality, exclusivity, social status and overall ownership.

Respondents ranked Chanel and French leather goods maker Hermès as the two fashion houses most worth their premium asking prices, followed by Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton and Prada.

Regardless, in a world of mass production and mass consumption, you cannot go wrong if you decide to spoil yourself and your loved ones this holiday season by dropping in at your local top-end luxury store.