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

NOW OPEN: Sublime cocktails and cuisine at Macau Asian taverna in the Victorian building where Savoy Cabbage used to be

Out and about in the bay

Emmy and SAFTA nominated: Roaring 20s to vintage Hollywood, biblical to post-apocalyptic flicks and TV series looks for your next themed party

Get a taste of the Western Cape landscape at this hot new spot

The speakeasy-style home of experimental elixirs and rhythmic melodies

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

Making your way to a dress-up party, Halloween hoedown or masquerade ball? Browse our list of costume hire companies to find the perfect party look!

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

Sophisticated yet simple, HQ also has daily live music and offers function hire

Sit down, relax, and have a good time at this lavish venue

A round-up of theatres in the Mother City worth paying a visit

Now open: New club Wonderland on Buitenkant Street

Get a picturesque view of Cape Town from this exclusive rooftop bar and terrace

Publik Wine Bar has moved to a new standalone spot with a focus on unusual and interesting wines, paired with charcuterie, cheeses and other bar snacks

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

Geek is the new chic: where to find a Cape Town pub quiz Last Update: 26 June 2017

Oh, and cocktails and garlic ribs – do we need to say any more?

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