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Bouquet workshop, sip and paint, free swing dancing + more
Last updated: Tuesday, 7 May 2024
We’ve rounded up amazing ways to make Mother’s Day extra special this year. There’s a flower bouquet workshop, fine dining in a 1920s manor, swing dancing sessions and you can even make your own lipstick. Here are things to do with the mom(s) in your life.
If you book a stay for two in a garden cottage at this 5-star boutique hotel, mom gets a free 60-minute full body massage, body scrub, and sauna and jacuzzi experience at the wellness oasis. Or take advantage of the Mommies and Mimosa lunch special (a 3-course menu with a free mimosa) at Palm House Hotel.
Date: Sunday, 12 May 2024; 12pm to 3pm
Cost: R650pp for lunch, book via restaurantreservations@palmhouse.co.za
10 Oxford Street | Wynberg | Cape Town | @palmhousehotel | Image: Palm House Hotel
Everyone gets their mom flowers on Mother’s Day. Why not let her make own bouquet instead? Bunches for Africa is hosting a high tea and flower workshop at their warehouse. You can learn the art of floral arrangements from floral experts while enjoying cake, tea, and coffee. Your ticket includes all the workshop necessities.
Date: Saturday, 12 May; 9.30am to 12pm
Cost: R400pp; R750 for two people, book via Quicket
24 Fourie Street | Brackenfell South | Cape Town | @bunchesforafrica | Image: @sawdustandhighheels
At the one-of-a-kind Rockwell experience, you can polish rough diamonds and try on stunning diamond and Tanzanite jewellery. You’ll get to watch jewellery being made and step inside a secret room with replicas of diamonds worn by Elizabeth Taylor, Beyoncé and more. The experience ends with a craft gin and chocolate tasting (or whiskey or wine).
Date: Daily, 10am to 6pm
Cost: Contact tours@shimansky.com
Cnr of Prestwich & Alfred Street | Green Point | Cape Town | @shimansky.sa | Image: Shimansky
Sip on a mum-mosa or two as you enjoy breakfast, and dive into a step-by-step abstract portrait painting session hosted by Tiny Owls Baby Home. The session will be led by local artist Alani Nel, using works inspired by Matisse (think Manet and Japanese art). No prior art experience is required and all art supplies are included.
Date: Sunday, 12 May; 9.30am to 11.30am
Cost: R350pp, book via Quicket
Clara Anna Fontein Estate | Vissershok Road | Durbanville | @tinyowls_babyhome | Image: Tiny Owls Baby Home |
This thrilling new superhero-themed experience might be the best escape room in the world. Let mom unleash her inner superhero as you team up to save the day against a vengeful villain wreaking havoc on Cape Town. Find out more about HintHunt Africa’s Marble.
Date: Monday to Thursday, 10am to 7pm; Friday & Saturday; 10am to 8.30pm; Sunday 10am to 5.30pm
Cost: R395pp, book via hinthunt.co.za
Watershed | 17 Dock Road | V&A Waterfront | @hinthuntafrica | Image: Claire Photography
The Bistro at Brookdale Estate is hosting a Mother’s Day lunch, which will be served fireside in the restaurant or on the covered terrace with vineyard views (weather permitting). Guests will be served from the a la carte menu and receive a complimentary glass of the Serendipity rosé. Price includes a take-home gift for Mom. You can also book a wine tasting.
Date: Sunday, 12 May 2024; 12pm to 3.30pm
Cost: Starters from R125, book via Dineplan
72GV+7F, Paarl | @brookdale_estate | Image: Brookedale Estate
Home Is Where The Cakes Is invites all moms and tots to a cookie decorating workshop at The Studio. You can spend the day baking cookies and decorating them with ready-made royal icing. All sorts of edible decorations are included too, like sprinkles and cake toppers. There’ll be step-by-step guidance and you get to take home the freshly baked cookies.
Date: Saturday, 11 May; 1pm to 3pm
Cost: R195pp, book via Quicket
The Studio 1 Zastron Road | Milnerton | Cape Town | @home_iswherethecakeis | Image: Home Is Where The Cake Is
Join Lipped for a workshop where you learn how to create your own perfect shade with your gals, mom, or kids. All equipment and materials are provided, including a lip gloss kit for the kids. Or you can make it a night in with an at-home workshop brought right to you.
Date: For workshop times, email lippedsa@gmail.com
Cost: R380 for adults, R85 for kids, book via Lipped.shop
Merriman Avenue | Stellenbosch | @lipped_sa | Image: Lipped
The Time Out Studio hosts free swing dances every Sunday from 2.30pm to 5pm. There’ll be a dance class for first-timers at 2.30pm and from 3pm onwards, it becomes a swing party. All levels are welcome to dance. And after, you can dine at one of the popular restaurants at the market like Ramenhead, De Vrije Burger, Kapoochka and more.
Date: Sunday, 12 May 2024; 2.30pm to 5pm
Cost: Free entry (no bookings required)
The Old Power Station Building | Dock Road | V&A Waterfront | @timeoutmarketcapetown | Image: TimeOut Market
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