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

Up for grabs: Two tickets to Kinky Boots, the smash-hit musical that’s wowing audiences at the Fugard Theatre  

Cape Town's top places to listen to live music in the city's centre

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

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

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

Let the good times roll (and the dice decide your drink) at this Long Street bar and eatery

A three-hour daily happy hour, thin-crust pizza, good music, ice-cold beer, authentic Mexican tequila, scrumptious grub and good vibes galore

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

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

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

It’s not every day you find a pet-friendly hotel that looks like an art gallery and operates on wireless streaming in the heart of 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

How to get the list, plus the glamour, decadence and luxury of yesteryear at a hush-hush speakeasy in the city

The crossroads: where South African creativity, culture and kos meet

A trendy township that’s well worth a visit… or two

A selection of great clubs, bars and restaurants where you can listen to live jazz

With 42 artisanal street food and retail vendors, affordable prices and free live music on weekends and public holidays, the V&A Food Market is breaking new ground at the Old Power Station

Insta-fab weddings, Saturday sports games, a rare mural and so much live music – every cool and unique experience to unlock at this Diep River brewery

The Woodstock-based eatery that not only facilitates a roaring good time for patrons but has also launched some major singing careers

This music festival is about more than The Cure! Besides music there’s also gourmet food trucks, a beer garden and rock n roll  

Do you like carousel horses? Pay Beefcakes a visit and you’ll find out why I asked.

13 Unique rooms, live music and good food every day, late breakfast, mountain views and every Cape Town adventure in easy reach – use promo code "CAPETOWNMAG" when booking to get the winter special deal

Two friends, seven-hour lamb and a hammer to crack the salty fish crust. Here’s why we’re intrigued by this new place in the familiar old Rafiki’s spot on Kloof Nek

This soulful De Waterkant haunt is home to the ultimate trio: live music, creative cocktails and tapas

With fresh new food concepts and an innovative location, the V&A Food Market is the perfect place to test your food concept and entrepreneurial skills.

Watch the history of Cape Town unfold through the magic of theatre, Rockwell Theatre presents Kaapse Stories

Comfort food + cosy atmosphere = complete peace of mind

Be prepared to be treated to sea views and scrumptious food at this new restaurant

Welcome the fresh, alternative live music hotspot on Kloof Street!

Get to know these disk jockeys and what sparks their creativity in their genre.

Mojo Market, the trendy new addition to Regent Street in Sea Point

Long Street’s newest bar with a beach vibe

Support a very worthy cause as you enjoy a spectacular concert and good company in a majestic forest theatre in the Elgin Valley

Take your senses on an enchanting journey through international cuisine and cocktails at Asoka

African bites with African beats

Famed Mother City music venue of yore re-opens in the CBD to feed harmony-hungry souls

BarleyCorn Music Club - Entertaining Cape Town with Live Music since 1977

Breaking down the South African electronic music scene

On the Afrikaans music scene, Cape Town and more

From his musical journal to his connection with Cape Town and Zula Bar

Electronic music with an Africa flavour

Discover Cape Town style jazz up close with Mac McKenzie and Coffeebeans Routes

When sexy Cuban broke the contemporary mould