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Cape Town's 7 things to do this weekend
Elite doccie fest, West End theatre, diva hits choir & more
Latest update: Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Theatre, film, and carnival thrills fill Cape Town’s calendar this week(end). In our guide, you’ll find Africa’s premiere documentary festival, an acclaimed West End play, and the next generation of jazz prodigies doing solos. Plus, be on the lookout for a winter carnival in Bellville, test your knowledge at a boozy city centre quiz night, or talk shop at a free creative masterclass.
2 800 AFRICAN DOCCIES
Africa’s premier documentary film festival returns for its 27th year, screening over 2,800 local and international films. Catch thought-provoking features and shorts all around Cape Town. Go behind-the-scenes with panel discussions and live Q&As featuring South African and international guest directors.
Date: Thursday, 4 June to Sunday, 14 June 2026; 10am to 11pm
Cost: From R90, book on the Encounters website
Various locations | @encountersdoc | Image: Unsplash
WEST END THEATRE HERE
What happens when a quantum physicist and a barkeeper meet at a barbecue? The multiple-award-winning South African company How Now Brown Cow is back with a reality-warping production of Constellations. Once captivating audiences in the West End, the show is perfect for anyone looking for a thought-provoking night out.
Date: Tuesday, 2 June to Saturday 20 June; From 8pm, Sunday matinee from 3pm
Cost: R250, book via Webtickets
Baxter Theatre | Main Road | Rondebosch | @baxtertheatre | Image: Daniel Rutland Manners
LIVE JAZZ SOLOISTS
50 voices singing iconic hits from Whitney Housten to Rihanna, and Chappell Roan. Plus your ticket also gets you to the choir’s afterparty. The organisers of the Cape Town project choir promise nostalgia and sing along during their Diva Pop 2.0 on Friday and Saturday. Afterparty from 8.30pm on Saturday, 13 June.
Date: Friday, 12 June at 6.30pm and Saturday, 13 June at 1.30pm and 6.30pm
Cost: From R120, book via Quicket
Artscape Theatre | D.F. Malan Street | Foreshore | @artscapetheatre | Image: Unsplash
ICONIC HITS REIMAGINED
50 voices singing iconic hits from Whitney Housten to Rihanna, and Chappell Roan. Plus your ticket also gets you to the choir’s afterparty. The organisers of the Cape Town project choir promise nostalgia and sing along during their Diva Pop 2.0 on Friday and Saturday. Afterparty from 8.30pm on Saturday, 13 June.
Date: Friday, 12 June at 6.30pm and Saturday, 13 June at 1.30pm and 6.30pm
Cost: From R120, book via Quicket
Laerskool Jan Van Riebeeck | 52 Kloof Street | @stadskoor_choir_ikwayara | Image: Stadskoor/Choir/Ikwayara
LUNCH WITH CREATIVES
Step out of the office during lunch hour and have the vital conversations that creatives don’t get to have enough. Bring Lunch provides the venue, the guest lecturer Courtney Koopman, and the community, while you simply bring your lunch (and ideas). Free to attend, although space is limited to 30 people.
Date: Friday, 12 June; From 12pm to 1.30pm
Cost: Free, reserve a spot
Jack Lemkus | 26a St Georges Mall | Cape Town City Centre | @friendsandfamilyagency_| Image: Celeste Jacobs
WINTER CARNIVAL FUN
This month, FunlandSA whirls into Bellville with its Winter Carnival, bringing everything from nostalgic tea cups and bumper cars, all the way to a dizzyingly delightful Octopus ride. Whether you’re winning carnival prizes on a first date worthy of a Netflix romcom or sampling food with the family, there’s no excuse to let the season chill the thrills.
Date: Friday, 5 June to Monday 10 August (Open weekends, public holidays and school holidays)
Cost: R10 per person, children under 6 enter free, R350 unlimited ride wristband
Opposite DF Malan High School | Bellville | @funlandsa | Image: Funland SA
QUIZ NIGHTS & WINE
Trivia takes a tipsy turn every other Monday at Nkula Cocktail & Wine Boutique, where local comedy legend Mum-z hosts Uncorked Minds Quiz Night to the tune of clinking glasses and hilarious banter. Rally your sharpest friends (or at the very least, your thirstiest) for a night where the only thing drier than the booze is the jokes.
Date: Monday, 15 June; From 8pm
Cost: Free, RSVP 0660499629
Nkula Cocktail & Wine Boutique | 188 Long Street | Cape Town | @nkula_cpt | Image: Nkula Cocktail & Wine Boutique
WINTER MARKET IN CENTURY CITY
Intaka Island swaps its peaceful nature for a buzzing night scene with the Winter Night Market. On the last Friday of every month, the wildlife sanctuary fills with market stalls, live music, heaters and dinner spots scattered along the canals.
Date: 29 May, 26 June, 31 July and 28 August 2026; 4pm to 9pm
Cost: Free entry
Central Park | Century City | @centurycity_za | Image: Century City
WORK, PLAY & STAY AT LIGHT HOUSE HOLISTIC
What if your workday, workout and wind-down all happened in the same place? This wellbeing clubhouse doubles as a yoga studio, coworking space and pool deck. A single drop-in class costs R240 and gets you access to the pool, lounge and rooftop deck. Check out how to get membership access at Light House Holistic.
Date: Daily, 7am to 7pm
Cost: From R240 for drop-in yoga class, book via Light House Holistic’s website
6th floor, The Barracks | 50 Bree Street, Cape Town | @light_house_holistic | Image: Light House Holistic
BEACHSIDE EATERY WITH JAZZ
Dutchies is famous for their fresh seafood and authentic Dutch dishes that you can dine overlooking Grotto Beach. Recently revamped, the whimsical eatery has everything from hake, calamari and sushi to bitterballen and wentelteefjes. There’s also over 20 cocktails and free jazz evenings at this dreamy restaurant with a sea view in Hermanus.
Dutchies is open: Monday to Sunday 9am to 9pm
Cost: Starters from R90
Dutchies | Hermanus |@dutchieshermanus| Image: Dutchies
MURDEROUSLY FUNNY MUSICAL
Eight heirs stand between Monty Navarro and an earldom, and he has a plan for each of them… The Tony Award-winning musical A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder arrives in Muizenberg from 22 May to 6 June, with tickets from R180 to R200. It’s an intimate night of theatre full of Edwardian disguises, drama and delightful chaos at Masque Theatre, one of Cape Town’s best community theatres in Muizenberg.
Date: 22 May to 6 June 2026, 7.30pm to 10pm
Cost: From R180 to R200, book via Quicket
Masque Theatre | 37 Main Road, Muizenberg | @masquetheatresa | Image: Masque Theatre
DREAMY DAY TRIP BY THE SEA
You’ll find Ficks tucked into the cliffs of a historic tidal pool in Hermanus. Here, parents sip rosé and dine pinchos (think crispy prawns, shrimp croquettes with sriracha mayo, and fresh salmon ceviche), while kids splash around in the tidal pool for hours. If it already isn’t, here’s why Ficks should be on your bucket list.
Ficks is open: Monday to Sunday, 11am to 9pm
Cost: Starters from R85
Ficks | Hermanus | @ficksrestaurant | Image: Ficks Restaurant
18 SECRETS OF WEBERSBURG WINE ESTATE
There’s so much more to experience at Webersburg Wine Estate than you’d think. Like gourmet picnics under oak trees, yoga on the lawns, a kids play area with geese and ducks, and underground red wine tastings. Plus with each wine tasting, kids get a free pairings with juice, sweets and biscuits. See more best-kept secrets of Webersburg Wine Estate.
Hours: Monday to Sunday, 8:00am to 9:30pm
Cost: Wine tasting varies and picnics from R165pp
Webersburg Wine Estate | Stellenbosch | @webersburg_wine_estate | Image: Webersburg Wine Estate
HIDDEN FINE DINING IN GARDENS
One of Cape Town’s first fine dining restaurants has sat on the corner of an immaculate, narrow street for 30 years. Aubergine feels like dining at the home of a collector friend with an exquisite taste in everything. Chef Harald unpacks Aubergine, one of Cape Town’s longest-running fine dining restaurants.
Hours: Monday to Wednesday, 6pm - 10pm; Thursday and Friday, 12pm - 2pm and 6pm - 10pm; Saturday 6pm - 10pm
Cost: From R1 080 for a 4-course meal
39 Barnet Street | Gardens | 021 465 0000 | info@aubergine.co.za | @auberginecapetown | Image: Aubergine
SAFARIS AT A NEW LUXURY GETAWAY
Just an hour from Cape Town, West Coast Safaris borders West Coast Private Game Reserve, where giraffes, zebras, eland, waterbuck, and more roam freely, and Yzerfontein Beach glimmers in the distance. There’s horseback rides, whale-watching, Surf & Turf safaris and daily game drives at West Coast Safaris. And with so much to do, it makes sense to stay over at their glamorous Rooikat Safari Accommodation.
Date: Daily, 8am to 5pm
Book: Book your safari via West Coast Safari’s website, book your accommodation via Rooikat Safari Collection’s website
Weskus Padstal | Corner of R27 & R315 | Yzerfontein | @west_coast_safaris_sa @rooikatsafaricollection | Image: West Coast Safaris
FREE MARKET IN CONSTANTIA
The Alphen Market is on again this weekend. On Saturday and Sunday you can browse through over 150 stalls from local makers. There's crafts, art, fashion, food and more. Plus it's pet-friendly, there's picnic spots, kids play areas and horse rides. If you register on their website, you’ll even score a free Aperol Spritz at the market.
Hours: First and last weekend of every month
Cost: Free entry
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Alphen Common | Constantia | @alphenmarket | Image: Alphen Market
NEW SATURDAY MORNING MARKET
The Bridge Market launches its first trade this Saturday and will run weekly at Shift Espresso Bar in Gardens from 7am to 11am. This community-driven market is a social hub for early risers and post-workout meetups. You can browse a variety of products from local creatives, and with a morning schedule, you’ll have the rest of the day free.
Date: Every Saturday, from 1 November; 7am to 11am
Cost: Free entry, see Instagram post
Shift Espresso Bar | 100 Kloof Street | Gardens | @bridgemarkets_za | Image: Bridge Markets
QUIZ NIGHTS IN OBSERVATORY
Every Monday night is quiz night at Ground Culture. Hosted by Inquizitorious Rex Quizzes, expect brain-teasers, trivia debates, and R80 burgers all evening. Teams are welcome, or come solo and join one on the spot. The quiz kicks off at 7pm, so arrive early to grab a seat. Prizes are also up for grabs!
Date: Every Monday; 6.30pm to 9pm
Cost: Tickets from R20, book via Quicket
Ground Culture Café | 170 Lower Main Road | Observatory | @groundculture_ | Image: Ground Culture
FREE SOCIAL TENNIS ON FRIDAY
Every Friday you can join the Tennis Development Centre for social cardio tennis. Think cardio drills, rotational tennis games, and workouts led by pro coaches, all to good music at sunset. No equipment is needed, and all ages are welcome to play or just hang out. Your first session is free, thereafter it’s R50 a session.
Date: Every Friday, 5.30pm to 8pm
Cost: From free to R50, book via AllEvents
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Three Anchor Bay Tennis Club | Bill Peters Drive | Green Point | @3abtenniscentre | Image: 3AB Tennis Development Centre
JOIN A FREE BEACH CLEANUP
Two Oceans Aquarium’s Trash Bash is a monthly volunteer gathering at Sunrise Beach (Muizenberg), Lagoon Beach (Milnerton), or Sunset Beach (next to Blouberg) every third Saturday of the month. It’s an easy, free way to protect our local marine life. Find out more about Trash Bash’s upcoming beach cleanups.
Date: Every third Saturday of the month, 9am to 11am
Cost: Free
Trash Bash | Cape Town | 021 418 3823 | aquarium@aquarium.co.za | @2oceansaquarium | Image: Two Oceans Aquarium
TRY A VIRAL CUBE CROISSANT
This spot in Sea Point has long been known for the city’s best cappuccinos (they’ve won this award three times). Now, they’re drawing queues for something new: Their bakery. Try a viral flaky cube croissant in pistachio, raspberry, or chocolate at mischu’s new bakery.
Date: Monday to Saturday, 6:45am to 5:30pm; Sunday & public holidays, 7:30am to 5:00pm
Cost: From R69 for a cube croissant
mischu | 85 Regent Road, Sea Point | @mischucoffee | Image: mischu
FREE SURF SESSIONS FOR MOMS
At Lifestyle Surf Shop, moms can rent wetsuits and boards for free on Tuesday mornings. There’s also a basic group coaching session at 9.30am. It’s a great way for moms to exercise, relieve stress, make friends, and more. Get all the details on this free social for moms.
Date: Tuesdays, 8am to 11am. Group lesson from 9.30am to 10.30am
Cost: Free
21 York Road | Muizenberg | 021 788 8218 | info@lifestylesurfshop.co.za | @lifestylemomsonboard | Image: Sharon Waugh
MEET SOUTH AFRICA'S HEROES
The Long March to Freedom, in Century City, is the largest exhibition of its kind anywhere in the world. It’s a sculpture garden of 100 life-sized, bronze statues that depict South African and international heroes and tells the story of South Africa’s 350-year struggle for freedom and democracy.
Date: Monday to Sunday & public holidays, 10am to 4.30pm
Cost: From R20 to R75, book via Webtickets
Century Boulevard, Century City | Cape Town | @longmarchtofreedom | Image: Long March to Freedom
MIND, BODY & SOUL EXPERIENCE
The Human Consciousness Exhibit is the world’s first immersive health and wellness experience. Hosted by InUWell at the V&A Waterfront, the experience combines science, technology, and relaxation. There’ll be free full body health scans, cold-water immersions, digital subtraction skin analysis, and more.
Date: Wednesdays to Sundays, until 31 August; 4pm to 5pm & 6pm to 7pm sessions
Cost: Tickets from R250, book via Quicket
InUWell | Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre | V&A Waterfront | Green Point | @in.uwell | Image: InUWell
WEEKLY CHESS ON THE BEACH
Every Sunday, Cape Chess Club takes over the sandpit at Seaweed and Salt and brings an afternoon of Chess on the Beach. It’s a digital detox, where you can play a variety of board games, including chess, and sip on drink specials.
Date: Every Sunday, 2pm to 5pm
Cost: R40 registration fee
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Seaweed and Salt | 75 Main Road | Kalk Bay | @seaweed_and_salt_kalkbay | Image: Seaweed and Salt
POLISH AN ACTUAL DIAMOND
This experience is a glamorous journey through the history and craftsmanship of diamonds. There’s a hidden diamond chamber, gin and chocolate tasting, and you can even polish your own diamond. There are three tour options (one of them is free) at the Shimansky Diamond Experience.
Date: Monday - Sunday, 10am to 6pm
Cost: Free - R1 900 (three tour options)
The Rockwell All Suite Hotel | Corner of Prestwich & Alfred Streets | Green Point | @shimanskyjewellery | Image: Shimansky
DISCOVER THIS MEAT LOVERS’ PLATTER
You’re spoiled for choice when you visit this top steakhouse. There’s steaks like skirt, flank, hanger, flat iron, Denver, caveman, Tomahawk… cuts that you probably haven’t tried (or maybe even heard of), which is why the meat appreciation platter is the go-to for a steak lover or first-timer at Char’d Grill & Bar.
Char’d Grill is open: Monday to Friday, 12pm - 9pm; Saturday to Sunday, 10.30am - 9pm
Cost: Varies
Hermanus Waterfront | Hermanus | 028 312 1986 | www.chardhermanus.co.za | @chardhermanus | Image: Char’d Hermanus
TASTE SUSHI CALAMARI AT A HIDDEN BISTRO
It’s on the Hermanus Waterfront and right by Walker Beach, where families can dine on crispy pan-fried gnocchi and friends catch up over cocktails. Chicken nacho burgers, rice krispies milkshakes, and ginger and date malva pudding are just some of the dishes that await you at Pear Tree in Hermanus.
Date: Daily, 8am to 9pm
Cost: From R30 for small plates
Pear Tree | Hermanus Waterfront | Marine Drive | @peartreehermanus | Image: Pear Tree
TRY A TIRAMISU MARTINI
This new restaurant in the CBD evokes feelings of a laidback Italian summer. There’s Limoncello cosmopolitans, tiramisu martinis, and unconventional eats like bite-sized lasagne crocchetta. And if that’s not enough, there’s a vibey rooftop bar upstairs from Filini at Radisson Cape Town Foreshore.
Open: Daily, 6.30am to 10pm
Cost: Cocktails from R95; Mains from R129
Filini | 29 Heerengracht Street | 021 427 4800 | info.capetown@radisson.com | @radissonhotelcapetown | Image: Radisson at Cape Town Foreshore
TRY GO-KARTING AT A NEW LOCATION
Rev your engines at Tyger Valley Centre’s new extreme karting. Their doors are open to the public, where you can challenge your friends to F1-style driving. The track has a classic karting circuit layout and chequered racing flags at the starting point. There are also tables and benches on the side for those who want to cheer from the stands.
Date: Tuesday to Saturday (and public holidays), 10am to 8pm; Sunday, 10am to 7pm
Cost: From R150 (five minute session), no pre-bookings available
Tyger Valley Shopping Centre | Mezzanine Level | Facebook | Image: Extreme Go Karting
TRY DUTCH CUISINE AT THIS FAMILY EATERY
This iconic Dutch inspired beach bar sits metres away from Grotto beach. After a swim or exploring the beach, visitors can grab a bite to eat or a quick drink: Seafood, sushi and Dutch cuisine. Try the traditional bitterballen (deep-fried meatballs with mustard), deconstructed stroopwaffels, or good old hake and chips at Dutchies in Hermanus.
Date: Daily, 9am to 9pm
Cost: From R65 for starters
1 Grotto Street | Voelklip | Hermanus | @dutchiesrestaurant | Image: Dutchies
RIDE ON SCOOTERS IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
A one-stop-adventure-shop with Monster Mountain Scooters, purpose-built tracks, archery, vine bike tours and mountain biking trails. All surrounded by mountain ranges and wine farms. Could this be the best day ever? Read more about Scootours’s new location in Banhoek (which also takes walk-ins).
Date: Open daily; 8am - 5pm
Cost: R590 pp for riders
Swart Street | Kylemore | bookings@scootours.co.za | @scootourscapetown | Image: Scootours
PLAY BEACH VOLLEYBALL EVERY THURSDAY
Join a free weekly event on Clifton 1st beach with volleyball games, sunsets and live DJs. It’s a great way to end off a summer evening and make new friends. Players don’t need to be professional and spectators are welcome to watch the fun at Friends Who Volley.
Date: Every Thursday, from 5pm
Cost: Free
Clifton 1st Beach | Clifton | Cape Town | @friendswhovolley | Image: @hansminaar_film
SPEND A THURSDAY IN EAST CITY
Harrington Street ticks all the boxes. There’s a classy cocktail lounge, local dive bar, nightclub and rum bar all under one roof. Every Thursday Harrington Street is a hub of local music, with live bands and DJ performances.Plus, there’s happy hour and half-price tapas at Harrington Street.
Date: Every Thursday, from 4pm to 4am
Cost: Classic cocktails from R70
61b Harrington Street | District Six | Cape Town | @harringtonsct | Image: Harrington Street
PLAY AN ESCAPE GAME
HintHunt has six escape rooms filled with puzzles that you have to solve in 60 minutes (or 75 minutes for Marble). Their themes are inspired by Avengers, Mission Impossible, Pirates of the Caribbean, Prison Break and more. You could also play an Amazing Race. Read everything you need to know about HintHunt escape games.
Date: Monday to Thursday, 10am to 7pm; Friday to Saturday, 10am to 8.30pm; Sunday, 10am to 5.30pm
Cost: R395 per person in a team of 6
Watershed | 17 Dock Road | V&A Waterfront | @hinthuntafrica | Image: Claire Photography
SAVE ON A HAIR MAKEOVER THIS WEEKEND
Want to do something new with your ‘do, or pamper yourself with a hair treatment? Excentric Hair are offering CapeTownMagazine.com readers some serious discounts on services like hair extensions, hair loss treatments, frizz-fighting experiences and more. Find 5 ways to transform your hair with some of Cape Town’s top hair stylists.
Cost: From R190
Excentric Hair | Sea Point & Kloof Street | onpoint@excentric-hair.co.za | Instagram | Image: Excentric Hair
VISIT A GLASS MUSEUM
Whether you’re a fan of glass art or simply looking for a beautiful place to visit, you won’t regret stopping by the Glass Museum at Glenelly Estate! Home to one of the largest privately-owned glass collections in the world, see over 600 pieces of glass in Stellenbosch and the best part? It’s free.
Date: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am to 5pm & Sundays, 10am to 3pm
Cost: Free
Glenelly Estate | Stellenbosch | @glenellyestate | Image: Glenelly Estate
ENJOY AN ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BRUNCH
Treat your family or friend group to an all-you-can-eat buffet every weekend. There’s something of everything – cereals, fruit salads, artisan cheeses, waffles, freshly baked bread, omelettes and croissants, in addition to the regular menu. It’s on every Saturday and Sunday at Café Extrablatt.
Date: Saturdays, 9am -12pm; Sundays, 9am–2pm
Cost: Saturdays, R139.90; Sundays, R159.90
Exhibition Building | Green Point | 021 434 3759 | @extrablattcapetown | Image: Lara van Zyl
ENJOY AFFORDABLE COMEDY EVERY TUESDAY
Comedy on Kloof hosts an affordable, weekly stand-up comedy night. At just R40 a ticket, this is some of the most affordable comedy in Cape Town. Promoting a queer-friendly space, this weekly comedy night offers talent in both popular comedians and rising stars.
Date: Every Tuesday, 8pm to 10pm
Cost: R40, book via Quicket
66 Kloof Street | Gardens | @comedyonkloof | Image: Comedy on Kloof
GO TO A CITY MARKET
St George’s Market has officially reopened in Cape Town inner city. Every Thursday locals and tourists can explore the historic ambience of the inner city, while grabbing lunch from spots like Seven Colours Eatery. There are a number of local vendors, vintage clothes and more.
Date: Every Thursday, 11am - 3pm
Cost: Free
138 St Georges Mall | Cape Town | Facebook | Image: St George’s Market
VISIT AQUARIUM FOR FREE ON YOUR BDAY
The Two Oceans Aquarium offers a special gift to all South African citizens – free entry on your birthday, plus six days thereafter. This gives you a whole week to do one of the city’s most magical experiences. Find out how it works + discover 14 secrets to unlock during your next visit.
Date: Monday to Sundays, 7am to 10pm
Cost: Free entrance
Dock Road | V&A Waterfront | aquarium@aquarium.co.za | @2OceansAquarium | Image: Lara van Zyl
GET LUNCH IN SEA POINT FOR R99
If you’re looking for somewhere to brunch this weekend, this daily special is a must-try. For R99 you’ll get an eggs benedict paired with South Africa’s best cappuccino (literally: mischu have won this award three times). And that’s just one of the reasons we love mischu.
Date: Served daily until 3pm
Cost: R99
mischu | 85 Regent Road, Sea Point | 0763791693| info@mischu.co.za | @mischucoffee | Image: mischu
TRY A CRAFT BEER TASTING
Whether you’re losing your beer-ginity or have been drinking brews for years, here’s a fun activity for the weekend. Taste up to nine craft beers, all named after sex, drugs and rock ‘n roll, while eating burgers or schnitzels in a German-style beer hall. Or try something different and go for a small-batch brew on Thursdays, all at Woodstock Brewery.
Date: Daily; 12pm - 10pm
Cost: R10 a tasting
252 Albert Road | Woodstock | 021 203 3045 | @woodstockbrewery | Image: Woodstock Brewery
RELIVE BEACH MEMORIES AT THIS ONRUS RESTAURANT
With loaded hotdogs, beach toys and stunning lagoon views, Milk on the Beach is a great spot to visit with the kids. Milk also has kombucha cocktails and sushi, and the deck overlooking Onrus lagoon makes it a great sundowner spot.
Milk on the Beach is open: Monday to Saturday, 8am - 9pm; Sunday, 8am - 8:30pm
Cost: Varies
1 Atlantic Drive | Onrus River | 028 316 1516 | @milk_onthebeach | Image: Milk on the Beach
VISIT A FLEA MARKET THIS SUNDAY
The Muizenberg Flea Market has been in existence for the last 34 years. It has over 300 stalls that sell everything from Cape Malay food and mielies in a cup to underwear and brass decor. And best part of all, you always leave with a bargain when you visit this Sunday market.
Date: Every Sunday, 8am-6pm
Cost: Free entry
Muizenberg Flea Market | Sunrise Circle | Muizenberg | Facebook | Image: Mark Schultz
EXPERIMENT WITH A GIN ATOMISER
Gin-tasting works a little differently when you do it at Char'd Grill. You'll be able to smell different gins through an atomiser and do a tasting of your top four. Being a steakhouse, Char'd also offers rare and unqiue cuts of meat that you wouldn't be able to find at most restaurants. We recommend the Caveman Rib: rich, marinated for 24 hours and with 10/10 tenderness. Read more about what you can experience at Char'd.
Char’d Grill is open: Monday to Friday, 12pm - 9pm; Saturday to Sunday, 10.30am - 9pm
Cost: Varies
Village Square | Hermanus | 028 312 1986 | www.chardhermanus.co.za | @chardhermanus
TAKE A DRIVE FOR 5 EPIC TEA TASTINGS
Take a roadtrip to the Piekenierskloof Pass to visit De Tol Farm Deli - it’s one of the oldest farm stalls along the N7. Be adventurous and try the most unusual pairings… tea and gin or wine. Or opt for something less daring like tea and nougat, or chocolate truffles. There’s also a tea and nibbles pairing, plus kids can join in on the tasting fun at De Tol Farm Deli.
Date: Monday to Saturday, 8am - 5pm; Sunday, 8am - 3pm
Cost: R80 - R90
Piekenierskloof N7 Pass | Citrusdal | 067 410 3315 | @de_tol_farm_deli | Image: De Tol Farm Deli
TRY VEGAN DISHES AND KOMBUCHA COCKTAILS
At Pear Tree there are plenty of unqiue dishes that you won't find anywhere else (many of which are vegan). Situated on the Hermanus waterfront, this healthy eatery looks out onto the vibrant blue sea. Sip a kombucha cocktail under the trees, or try a tofu tostada sprinkled with nori dust and a charcoal aquafaba dessert.
Pear Tree Bistro is open: Daily from 10.30am - 9pm
Cost: Varies
Village Square | Hermanus | @peartreehermanus | Image: Pear Tree Bistro
BOOGIE TO PUNK ROCK AND WINE
Traditional cheese-and-wine pairings are way too passé for Black Elephant Vintners – it offers something far more rebellious: Join for a sparkling-wine or wine tasting, pop on some headphones and prepare to be blown into a land of heightened senses at this punk-rock cellar.
Date: Every Saturday, from 11am
Cost: R150 - R300pp, book here
40a Uitkyk Street | Franschhoek | 021 876 2903 | Image: Tasting Cape Town (@tastingct)
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