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

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

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

Where to find the best buns (minds out of the gutter!) and patties in the Mother City and surrounds

Unbelievably cool midweek Winelands dinners, breakfast that magically disappears off your bill and more winter deals you don’t want to miss  

Fresh from Vancouver, a local chef returns to bring the city a taste of his Canadian catering style

One of the city’s favourite rooftop bars is opening a sophisticated new Japanese restaurant in the space where Dear Me used to be

Hit me with your best pot!

A selection of the finest spots to find this firm Japanese favourite

The renowned seafood restaurant, Harbour House, boasts menu items fresh from the sea

Experience a burst of flavours from the East at this eight-seater food bar

A lunch at Winelands icon Babylonstoren for under R100 and eggs benedict with bottomless bubbles, these are our picks for awesome (and surprisingly affordable) food experiences  

Exciting new restaurants, coffee shops, bars, clubs, markets, venues and hot spots to discover and explore. PLUS: Watch these unique local concept tours

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  

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

Eskom warns of "high risk" of loadshedding ... again. Here are a few fun things to do in the dark

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

Winter is playtime in Cape Town  

Find all the city’s unique sports bars and restaurants that are geared to get you into sports mode and enjoy lively and exciting soccer matches

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

Slimming down the choice of Cape Town's healthy eateries from vegan to vegetarian and from lactose intolerant to gluten free

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

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

A guide to Mother City eateries with refreshing ocean vistas and menus to match

Wake up to the sun rising over the Helderberg at Stellenbosch’s Premier Wine Estate

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

A look at the eateries, nature reserves with some of the best, affordable or special self-service spreads.

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

The Buzbey Grill in Three Anchor Bay closed its doors after decades in operation. The Shop, which opened recently, is the fresh new spot serving good, simple food sourced locally

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

Get exciting food and a feel of luxury.

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: CASA and CABANAS at The Ritz is pulling out the stops to ensure glamorous poolside experiences

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

Bertus Basson is the creative force behind the newly-opened De Vrije Burger in Stellenbosch.

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

(TIP: BOOK IN ADVANCE) The restaurant serving a fusion of Asian and American food is now open   

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

There’s more to healthy seafood than sushi, South America’s answer recently opened in the Mother City

From Margate braaied chicken curry to roti gatsbys, Ragamuffin Curry is changing the (curry) game

Crêpes are flipping delicious (pun intended), so we’re off to this new Buitenkant Street eatery to see if we’ve found a new favourite breakfast spot

Upper Bloem is now open. Check out their winter lunch special, Tuesday through Saturday 12pm to 3pm where you get 6 plates to share for R195pp

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

Still making the food you love, with love

Our pick of the Mother City’s finest cheap eateries for the prudent and penny-wise

Affordable dishes in the City Centre

SA-Asian fusion, unique sashimi and an upstairs Japanese tea garden is what you can find at the Japanese eatery on Loop