September sees Cape Town transform into a hub of artsy, cultural and outdoor activities perfect for welcoming the month of spring

We celebrate the man who coined the term ‘Rainbow Nation’

Cape Town's tap water is of the best quality

A selection of the best hiking routes in Cape Town and surrounds

Explore organic food, art and alcohol-fuelled debates in this bohemian Cape Town suburb

Your guide to easy DIY drinks to suit all occasions – even your lazy days.

Jorgensen’s distillery, home of handcrafted spirits and green fairies

Dubbed as one of the biggest DJs in South Africa, this Cape Town-born artist, producer and remixer is known for the brilliance behind his DJ sets, his incredible technical skills and his ability to read the crowd. Das Kapital has seen the stage both locally and internationally playing and headlining for various festivals and night clubs.

Skip the galleries and take a walk through Cape Town to see some impressive street art 

A selection of the best speciality markets in Cape Town and surrounds

From 76 wines to pan-fried line fish, Bosman’s at Grande Roche Hotel has a collection of culinary delights.

Get ready to tap into a new year and a new you!

A selection of the best places to keep fit in Cape Town and the Surrounds

The new recreational space is a community-driven initiative aimed at motivating and integrating the youth through sport.  

Those who hate the gym will love Bodytec

Reconciliation, unity and healing were the topics of the day as the new Mandela statue was unveiled at the City Hall on 24 July 2018.

Here are 13 blooming good images of the spring flowers in the Cape Region

When is the best time of the year to visit Cape Town?

Greenmarket Square, St George’s Mall and Eastern Food Bazaar are only a few of Longmarket Street’s offerings!

The bar upstairs from Dear Me, and the restaurant downstairs from Tjing Tjing

A great place to raise your children, and an even better place for them to go partying in.

With beautiful fireplaces, a range of wine pairings and experiences, and elegant accommodation, every minute at Boschendal is the epitome of farm living

A round-up of the most popular and helpful applications to help you make the most of the Mother City

You can shop till you drop at these malls in Cape Town

From private wood-fired hot tubs to bubbling natural springs – these are the steamy spots you need to melt into this winter

Channel your inner creative with our pick of the best art classes and studios in the Mother City

The hotshot Cape Town Iger (@TheLawry) responsible for the incredible #365Sunsets, #365Sunrises and #365PortraitsOfStrangers projects 

These guys did three years of research in over 30 locations to find the most ideal place near Cape Town to stargaze

Head to the countryside for an adventurous cooking experience, food tours and then unwind at the luxury cottages at African Relish  

CapeTownMagazine.com celebrates 100 000 Instagram followers with a goal to generate “100 million Cape Town Discoveries for the World”  

This Cape Dutch-style inspired hotel is the epitome of luxury and traditional architecture in the heart of the Cape Winelands

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

A selection of original things to do for potential couples

Are people who link up in cyberspace more likely to click?

Marzen? Dunkel? Porter? League of Beers sommelier Rob Heyns defines lagers, ales and everything in between

The Norval Foundation, a stylish new visual art museum boasting one of SA's largest private collections, is opening on the border of a precious Steenberg wetland system

From special rates in the city to discounts on accommodation when booking, here’s how they go the extra mile to help you discover more of Cape Town

A selection of the best markets in Cape Town's southern suburbs

"The mainland to which we knew we would one day return"

An accountant, a pharmacist and a writer have taken the leap and opened their coffee shop – celebrate with a R50 curry bowl

Note that, sadly, veggie eatery Dear Me has closed its doors. But we know of something new coming here soon 

The creamiest cream cakes, the puffiest pastry and the most delicious, rustic sour-dough bread

We know you want to do good, but often don’t know what to do and where to go. To make it easy for you, here are suggestions of simple and impactful causes to get involved in.

Temporarily closed: The Grand Parade-style masala gatsby and Cape gooseberry sorbet chilli are a delightful surprise. The smoke-infused chocolate treat will transport you back to barefoot days at Tokai forest. This is some of what you’ll experience on the seven-course menu at Top of The Ritz

Temporarily closed: Sea Point’s iconic hotel, the Ritz, has been upgraded to reflect a charming, modern aesthetic

A tribute to champions

Nude Foods in Cape Town offers a plastic-free shopping experience

Sentir, a new Long Street speakeasy gives you loads of flavour with their signature tapas and exclusive imported drinks

  TAU has hidden rooms everywhere, each with its own bar, where you can sip MCC. Or grab the nook behind the DJ booth so you can enjoy the best in local and international electronic music in sophisticated style

This husband and wife team are serving up fresh salads, wraps, warm bowls and winter soups for lunch from new Sloane Square salad bar TOSSD