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20/09/2024

Looking for ways to keep the little one(s) in your life entertained next week? 👀

The break is only one week, so make it count with these 15 activity ideas

Such as:
🦛 Hippos on a nature reserve with boat tours
🧪 Science experiments and epic displays
🚂 Train rides through a park in the Winelands
🛹 Skating, rollerblading, and BMX riding at an indoor park
🧚 Under R50 entry to a magical fairy village

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, godparent, aunt, uncle or anything in between, these activities are great for both kids and adults.

Find all 15 activities (including free and affordable ideas)👇

Skating, aircraft, pottery, motorcycles; build your own chocolate bar; explore a magical fairy village; and more to do during the school holidays.

18/09/2024

HintHunt’s escape rooms feel just like movie sets 🎥 See some of our faves below 👇

💧 Torpedo: This room feels like the thrilling submarine scenes from Mission Impossible.

🏴‍☠️ Shipwrecked: Like Jack Sparrow, you must find stolen sacred jewels before the ship sinks.

🦸‍♀️ Marble: A superhero agency has recruited you to save the city from an evil villain.

HintHunt is great for birthdays, team buildings, year end functions and more 👏

They even do outdoor games. Find all of HintHunt’s offerings ⬇️

Read raving reviews on HintHunt’s escape rooms experience from Google, Tripadvisor and team testimonials.

18/09/2024

It’s always good to know what’s going on in Cape Town, especially with schools breaking up soon and a public holiday coming up 🥳

We love being your go-to for things to do, and this week(end) there’s a packed lineup.

There’s a kids pottery classes at Cape Town’s first dog museum and a full moon 5km hike at Meerendal 🍷

Plus there’s short films, book and wildflower festivals.

Which one are you doing? Tag your adventure buddies in the comments.

Find more details on what’s happening this week(end) 👇

This weekend it’s all about free and affordable, from a free salsa dancing party or family market to an R80 play about African folktales. And 30+ more

18/09/2024

16/09/2024

Ever wondered where the Festival of Yellow came from?

We love these joyful fields so much that we started an annual celebration of them, with the support of B-well 💛

The fields have seeds that create B-well canola oil, which has a ton of health benefits.

That’s why we’re giving away free cookbooks - see how to get one below.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 & 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆
✅ Via Instagram. See this post for more information: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_tKao6Nia5/

Find the ultimate canola guide, from where to see the flower fields to the oil’s health benefits ➡️ https://www.capetownmagazine.com/festival-of-yellow

16/09/2024

Is it too soon to be thinking about weekend plans? 🤔

Woodstock Brewery has some awesome events lined up in September.

Like a tribute evening with the best music of the 90s (Friday 20 September) 🎵

Paired with their fantastic craft beer, it's set to be a fat party 👀

Read more about Woodstock Brewery and their epic craft beer 👇

Taste nine craft beers named after s*x, drugs and rock ‘n roll and pair it with a burger and curious sides. Plus learn a bit about the history or rent a keg for your next big event.

16/09/2024

We’ve written about 3 developments that have sold out on launch day…

So we’re tipping you off on this one early 👇

This block has a great location on Hans Strijdom Avenue.

And will have a dazzling array of amenities, like a cold plunge, gym and sauna.

Prices start from R985 000 and you can get R100 000 off on launch day.

There’s apartments, penthouses and aparthotel suites (which makes it a strong investment opportunity) 👏

Our tip: Pre-register now 🚨 The developer’s previous property block sold out in one day.

Launch day is 2 October at 1pm.

See where to pre-register for Charlie & The Chairman👇 https://www.capetownmagazine.com/charlie-and-the-chairman
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14/09/2024

If you’re looking for the perfect platter to pair with your wine, we’ve got you covered! 🍷🧀
These are our top 7 must-try platters in the Winelands, each offering something unique and delicious. Whether you’re into traditional charcuterie, vegan options, or something in between, these spots have it all!

1️⃣ Kleinood: The dried olives & Kellys are a must-try! 🌿
2️⃣ Babylonstoren: Always fresh, always delicious.
3️⃣ Waterford Estate: The pâté is absolutely out of this world! 😍
4️⃣ Ernie Els: A platter fit for champions!
5️⃣ Peter Falke: A perfect mix of flavors and presentation.
6️⃣ Warwick: The Charcuterie Platter is an absolute classic! 🍖
7️⃣ Warwick (Vegan Platter): A plant-based dream come true! 🌱

What’s your favorite platter in the Winelands? Let us know in the comments below! 👇🍷
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13/09/2024

There’s so many tastings to choose from at Zevenwacht Wine Estate (some for kids too) ⬇️

Like:
🍫 Chocolate pairing (4 wines)
🧀 Cheese pairing (4 wines)
⭐ Executive tasting (6 wines)
👏 7even tasting (5 wines)

You can try the award-winning Z Collection range too.

These wines are made in small batches and really wow at dinner parties.

If you bring the kids along, there’s a tasting for them too 👏

It includes strawberry or chocolate milk, pizza and handmade chocolates.

There’s even non-alcoholic tastings. Find more info👇

Country dining in an 1800 manor house; mountain bike trails; braai and picnic baskets under oak trees; a spa with seasonal specials. Plus six more reasons

13/09/2024

You might not know this family restaurant is hidden in the V&A ⬇️

Saray has a playground right next door and kids love the pides.

It’s a baked Turkish flatbread stuffed with ingredients like cheese, chicken and beef 🤤

And the mixed grill platter, with chicken, lamb, steak and köfte, is ideal for feeding a family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

You’ll find Saray next to the departure point for the Robben Island ferry.

Get more details:

Saray brings all things Turkish: Kebabs, sh**ha (with a fruit head) and desserts like baklava and flaming kunefe. There’s also a playground for kids.

12/09/2024

See how you could maybe win a R10 000 V&A voucher 👀

The Waterfront still has some wonderful restaurant specials.

Like Timeout Market (happy hour), Cape Town Fish Market (50% off sushi), Mozambik (kids eat free) & Knysna Oyster Company (50% off oysters).

These specials are part of their Neighbourfood campaign 👏

If you visit one of the participating eateries and leave a review, you stand a chance to win a R10 000 V&A voucher.

See the full list of restaurant specials at the V&A Waterfront 👇

50% off sushi at Sevruga, kids eat free at Mozambik, date night special at The Raj, and even KFC and Nando’s specials. Plus R10 000 voucher up for grabs

07/09/2024

Tell us how you feel 👇
15 years in, The Freedom Cup is ours again.

07/09/2024

40 minutes each side 🇿🇦
Tell the world. 👇

07/09/2024

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𝖥𝗂𝗇𝖽 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝗍𝗂𝖼𝗄𝖾𝗍 𝗅𝗂𝗇𝗄 𝗂𝗇 ’s bio 🤭👀
Get 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 while they’re 𝒽ℴ𝓉 ＆ 𝓈𝓅𝒾𝒸𝓎 🌶

06/09/2024

Did you know you can see over 200 classic restored motorbikes? Or glass art from the first and second centuries? 🏍️

How about Irma Stern’s studio, exactly how she left it (even her paintbrushes and rags)? 🖌️ Or over 4 000 vintage toy cars?

You can see all of the above at Cape Town’s most curious, unique and moving museums 👏

Which would you like to see first? Tell us your favourite find in the comments 💬

Find our guide with 18 museums (some have free entry) 👇
https://www.capetownmagazine.com/museum

05/09/2024

This hotel doesn’t offer your typical team building experience…

Trail’s End is the ultimate work, stay and play spot.

Their conference centre seats up to 80 people, with flexible setups and state-of-the-art facilities.

And after meetings, your team can unwind with hiking, quad biking, fitness classes and more 🚵

There’s also a restaurant and rooms on-site, which make it easy to stay over for a corporate retreat 💻

Find details on the corporate packages available 👇
https://www.capetownmagazine.com/active-conference

05/09/2024

Anyone remember old school toys like these?

This museum has 4 000 vintage toy cars, model trains and tiny porcelain tea sets to see 🫖

The Warrior Toy Museum has been around since the 1970s. It costs just R10 to enter.

It’s loved by locals for its vintage toy car and doll collection 🏎️ Renee, the oldest doll in the collection, is 165 years old!

You can also see their model trains in action. It costs just R10 to enter 🚂

Read more about this hidden gem, and what else you can do in Simon’s Town ⬇️

It has 4 000 model cars, 500 vintage dolls (the oldest is 165 years old), and model railways. Plus, see our guide on what else you can do in Simon’s Town.

04/09/2024

New steak club is launching this month! By Palm Terrace at Palm House 👏

Starting 13 September, they’ll offer three steak cuts every Friday (180g or 300g).

The cuts come from ethically-reared veld-fed cows and are paired with wine from WWF Conservation Champion estates.

Dinner includes sides like chargrilled cauliflower and roasted marrowbone.

Palm Terrace is headed by the esteemed Gregory Henderson, known as The Forage Chef.

See how he’s captaining sustainability at Palm House Boutique Hotel👇

Luxe and garden suites, massages at the Açaí Spa, and considered dining from The Forage Chef. All in a restored 1920s grand home that very much welcomes day guests too

04/09/2024

Hello September! 🌻 It’s a new month and we’ve got over 45 things for you to do this week(end) 👏

Our team’s looking forward to a doggy fundraiser at the Artscape, charity bingo night, paint and sip at a local brewery and a First Thursdays = thrift fest 🎨

We love bringing you things to do because we know life gets busy and you’re looking for one place to see what you could get up to.

Make your weekend plans today and keep coming back for your weekly update from our weekend guide👇

Spring is here! How are you getting out and about this weekend? You can explore caves, go to a paint and sip or First Thursdays thrift market, and 25+ more.

02/09/2024

We’re expecting another sunny weekend this week. Maybe a day trip to Spier is a good idea? ☀️

Their winter picnic baskets are a real treat.

It comes with focaccia, cheese, meats, soup, roast chicken, veg and pasteis de nata.

Everything is provided for you (including blankets and chairs) and there’s also vegan and kids baskets.

Plus, find another Spier winter special ⬇️

Experience Spier's picnic setup with blankets, chairs, and al fresco dining on a patio. Or visit their tasting room for cosy fireplaces and stunning mountain views.

30/08/2024

This steakhouse is a meat lover’s mecca 🤩

You can try rare cuts of meat like the flat iron (made from the shoulder bone with a metallic flavour).

Or caveman rib (incredibly tender with rich layers of fat) 🥩

Everything is prepped in-house and Char’d even has a glass locker where you can see the meat being dried.

Find out which steak cuts the chef and owner recommends 👉 https://www.capetownmagazine.com/hermanus-steakhouse

29/08/2024

There’s a R10 000 V&A voucher up 👀 See how you could win 👇

The Waterfront has over 50 restaurant specials, from places like Gibson’s (ribs, sides & beer for R295), Sevruga (50% off cocktails & sushi), Timeout Market (happy hour) and even KFC 🍗

Some of them are on until the end of September 👏

If you visit one of the participating eateries and leave a review, you stand a chance to win a R10 000 V&A voucher.

See the full list of restaurant specials at the V&A Waterfront 👇

50% off sushi at Sevruga, kids eat free at Mozambik, date night special at The Raj, and even KFC and Nando’s specials. Plus R10 000 voucher up for grabs