Exciting new restaurants, coffee shops, bars, clubs, markets, venues and hot spots to discover and explore. PLUS: Support a friend's business

It’s the smallest most unique hidden places that make a city. That make your day. Our team is sharing theirs.

Tick them off your list and explore the Western Cape with our pick of budget getaways and affordable escapes that cost less than R550pp per night

How does two nights of hibernation with someone special at luxurious La Bella Vita Studios in Paarl worth R5400 sound?

It’s also where Agatha Christie liked to catch a wave

Tech, experiences, fashion, food and beauty – anything but socks

Where else can you have coffee amongst the greenery and walk away with the chair you sat on?

“In winter, on Sundays after lunch, we had warm sago pudding and as children, we loved it because it made us think of frogs’ eggs …”

Follow our boys as they try to re-establish SA as an African football force.

New in town or a true local, you’ll discover something you didn’t know about Cape Town on a Kiff Kombi tour

A local and lekker social hub in Obs

They call it Wingerd Vista because of the spectacular garden and sculpture views (the food and drinks aren’t bad either)

Engage in functional movement to reach your fitness goals with Functional Performance Lab  

The tea bar that’s changing tea-drinking culture has arrived in Cape Town

We spoke to tour operators: Free tours, private tours, couples, family tours to holiday trips

We caught up with Ipeleng Moshe from the Soweto Gospel Choir for inside info and what life is like in the group.

17 Things to (re)discover on one of Cape Town most-visited streets

Do you know about the Cape Malay Muslim traditions of "bringing koekies", “boeber and” and “fitrah”? 

Male grooming so on-trend that girls want the same cuts + tattoo artist coming soon and an ATM in a convenient location

Mobile payment company Yoco is changing the game for small businesses

From wine tastings and food pairings to pirate-themed adventure mini-golf, there’s so much to discover at Benguela Cove, Nom Nom and Lakeside Lodge & Spa

Learn to breathe (we’re not kidding), dance or hike for your supper – two of many options to get you on top of the world

Have a cuppa and watch the baker prep artisan loaves and pastries at Our Place

The popular sustainable surf and outdoor clothing brand is finally moving in with a permanent store

Watch him show off in Kyalami, and teach Tom Cruise to drive the Aston Martin Red Bull F1 car.

Check out this 19 year old’s golden voice – 3 videos, plus: let’s share this and get him gigs

What’s behind the secret door on Loop?

Chef Matt Manning does it all with so much flair

From night sessions to one-on-one lessons, skateboarding birthday parties and a family vibe, oh, and the only global-spec skate bowl in Africa at The Shred

Don’t leave it up to management, when we’ve got over 20 office party venue ideas and experiences to choose from

Cosy in winter, romantic and the freedom for the kids to roam

No more waiting around: The Daily Music Show offers activities and entertainment with substance to fill those awkward hours between when work ends and meeting up with friends

Two recipes by chefs Heinrich Koen from House of H and Andre Hill from Upper Bloem, as well as the history, spices and what to serve with pickled fish. 

This yogi has put last year’s racism-in-yoga saga behind her and opened her own, more outwardly inclusive yoga studio, Holding Space, in Woodstock

Get your downward dog on with this comprehensive list of Cape Town’s best yoga studios.

These events are the ultimate escape

Let these talented artists decorate your skin

Something for everyone: Food, adventure, relaxed activities, and adrenaline-pumping experiences

A look at excellent, small, new or top contemporary and classic exhibition spaces

Strand Street soon to be the new Bree: Mouthwatering steaks and bespoke cocktails now at VIXI Social House

A special selection of spaces in the Mother City perfect for hosting private parties, social soirées and corporate events

Just 30 mins from town, a view to die for, awesome vibe and food worth talking about, eaten on a surfboard with your feet in the water  

7 things to do and discover with the family at the newest addition to the V&A Waterfront’s Canal District

Your guide to some of the best places to sun and swim without sand in and around Cape Town + a place for serious swimmers too

Views to-die-for and delicious drinks are a given. These rooftop bars have a little something extra to offer.

Peruse a treasure trove of imported brand new and used LPs, EPs and singles, each with a handwritten review. Find toy collectables, T-shirts, tote bags, books and zines, plus, you might even bump into a DJ or two

The perks go up as the temperature goes down with these winter specials.  

Plus punk, jazz and alternative rock on the same night

A roundup of awesome and quirky after-dark activities in Cape Town

Every type of function you can imagine, 10 different winelands wedding spaces in one and refined farm-to-table bistro restaurant, bakery and deli to discover

From sandboarding and paintball to showing you the best kitesurfing spots, Zeestock Adventure Lodge knows how to keep the adrenaline flowing  

Brand-new Njalo-Njalo offers idyllic family farm accommodation just 2 hours outside of Cape Town

Famous harbour views and the canal cruise that goes through the property – an ideal location for business and leisure

Wind down against the backdrop of breathtaking sea views at aha Simon’s Town Quayside Hotel