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Cape Town's 7+ things to do this week(end)

Singles party, tequila fest, Disney performances and more

Latest update: Tuesday, 01 October 2024

Hello October! What are your plans for the new month? The CapeTownMagazine.com team loves being your guide for all things weekend plans, and this week our guide includes fun for every age with live Disney performances, a singles party, drag quiz night, Cape Malay dinner theatre experience and tequila festival. Keep scrolling to discover this and 25+ more for you to do.

QUIZ NIGHT WITH DRAG PERFORMANCES

Test your general knowledge at The Outlore Base’s Drag King Quiz Night. There are prizes up for grabs for teams that place 1st, 2nd and 3rd such as hand-drawn stickers, showtickets, NSFW goodies and more. There will be pizza from Butlers that must be pre-ordered for the evening. 

Date: Friday, 4 October; 7pm to 10pm
Cost: R60 - R80 tickets; Pizza varies from R70; book via Quicket


80 Hout St | The Outlore Base | Cape Town City Centre | @theoutlorebase | Image: Bloom Good Drag

MINGLE AT A SINGLES PARTY

Get ready to mix and mingle at the Singles Night hosted by The Singles Club. Whether you’re looking for a new friend, a potential partner, or just a fun night out, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals. There will be live music and a DJ to create ambience for a fun evening.

Date: Friday, 4 October; 7pm to 2am
Cost: R100; book via Quicket


Pitch and Putter | Carl Cronje Dr | Bellville Park | @boerman_events | Image: Unsplash
 

ATTEND A MEXICAN FIESTA

… at The Lookout in V&A Waterfront. Tequila - Mexican Fiesta will offer a variety of tequila shots, cocktails and a selection of Mexican food trucks for you to indulge in. There will also be a line up of some of South Africa’s biggest artists featuring Desmond and the Tutus, Majozi and more live acts and DJ’s.

Date: Saturday, 5 October; 12pm to 9pm
Cost: R200 - R300; book via Webticket


The Lookout | V&A Waterfront |@vandawaterfront | Image: Unsplash

CAPE MALAY DINNER THEATRE

Malay Kitchen in Kenilworth is hosting a theatrical dining experience where you can enjoy main courses like the Boeta Maan burger and Cape Malay curry. There will be comedy and musical performances, put on by young actors that also dabble as the workers at Malay Kitchen.

Date: 5, 6, 9, 11 - 13 October; 7:30pm
Cost: R299; book via WhatsApp: 069 151 9817

 
 
 
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1 Doncaster Rd | Kenilworth Centre | Kenilworth |@themalaykitchen_cpt | Image: @themalaykitchen_cpt

SEE DISNEY ALIVE ON STAGE

The Magic Box will showcase beloved Disney songs, characters and tales, to create a magical nostalgic musical experience. There will be over 75 Disney hits from unforgettable classics to contemporary hits. The cast has 26 South African performers who will bring Disney’s characters to life like Mickey, Minnie, Daisy and more.

Date: Wednesday, 09 October; 6pm to 10:30pm
Cost: R200 - R550; book via Website

DF Malan Street | Artscape Theatre | Foreshore | @disneythemagicboxmusical | Image: @disneythemagicboxmusica

SEXY THEATRE SHOW

Celebrity Skin is Maverick’s first-ever theatre dance show. It’s a well-thought-out and choreographed cabaret with elite dancers. Well-known actor and stand-up magician Charles Tertiens plays the lead, a janitor looking for love. It’s a scintillating night out of dinner, theatre and dance at Mavericks.

Date: Wednesday to Friday 25 September until 29 November 2024.
Cost: R300 to R600. The ticket gets you into Mavericks after the show


Mavericks Revue Bar | 68 Barrack St, Cape Town City Centre | 021 461 9988 | info@mavericks.co.za | @mavericks_capetown| Image: Mavericks
 

TASTE 20+ WINES AT GRAND AFRICA

At Chim’s Wine Tasting, you can taste award-winning wines from 25 top estates, like Simonsig and Tokara, while enjoying live music and gourmet food. It feels like an afternoon at a Tulum beach club, with palm trees and thatched cabanas spread out over the white sand, at Chim’s Wine Tasting.

Date: 26 October 2024
Cost: R450pp or R2 000 for a couples ticket


Chim’s Wine Tasting | The Grand café | 073 604 6423 | 076 356 4484 | https://www.instagram.com/chims_wine_tasting_events/ | Image: Chim’s Wine Tasting 
 

TAKE THE KIDS TO A PAINT CLASS 

Miski and Artjamming Somerset West are running weekly art classes for kids aged between seven and thirteen. It’s a safe space for children to get creative where they’ll learn various painting and drawing techniques and get to take their projects home. 

Date: Weekly on a Thursday; 3pm to 4pm 
Cost: R180 per class, book via WhatsApp on 071 260 5007


Lourensford Wine Estate | Somerset West | @artjamming_sw | Image: @popcorncandi

JOIN A FREE BEACH CLEAN UP 

Join ocean lovers and protect Cape Town’s beaches with Trash Bash, the Two Oceans Aquarium’s monthly beach cleanup event. Bring your sunblock and connect with nature and people passionate about protecting our marine environment. 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

GO TO SA’S FIRST-EVER ANIME FESTIVAL

Gravel Road Distribution Group is spotlighting the iconic Studio Ghibli and featuring their films across cinemas in August. You can watch beloved masterpieces like My Neighbour Totoro, Spirited Away, and Howl’s Moving Castle at The Labia and Ster-Kinekor. Attendees can also join themed activities like pop up shops. 

Date: Thursday, 1 August to Thursday, 12 September; from 12pm
Cost: Starts from R90
 

 Various locations | @gravelroadfilms | Image: Gravel Road Films

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

SEE THE REVAMPS AT THIS FAMILY RESTAURANT

Whether it’s birthday parties or family meals, we all know and love this eatery. New changes include the iconic logo and refreshed play areas. Golden Spur in Rondebosch even has a wine cellar with premium local labels like Anthonij Rupert and Beyerskloof wines. You can, of course, still find favourites that haven’t changed like the burgers and onion rings at Spur

Date: Hours vary
Cost: Varies


Various locations | @spursteakranches | Image: Spur Corporation

TRY A HOT CHOCOLATE AND BISCUIT PAIRING

Revved Up Café is running a winter special where you can taste four hot chocolate flavours: Pistachio, white chocolate, salted caramel, and gingerbread. Each drink is paired with a biscuit, including shortbread and honey crunchies. 

Date: Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm; Saturday, 8am to 1pm
Cost: R100, book via Instagram


112 Buitengracht Street | Cape Town City Centre | @revvedupcafé | Image: Revved Up Café

FIND LUXURY SPA SPECIALS  

This 5-star hotel has a bespoke Wellness Oasis with massages, facials and al fresco fine dining from an award-winning chef. The half-day package includes a two-hour treatment of choice, use of the pool and a three-course lunch. Find out more about the specials at Palm House Boutique Hotel’s spa

Date: Open daily from 10am to 7pm
Cost: Varies depending on special; treatments start from R600 


Palm House Boutique Hotel | Wynberg | 021 745 5008 | spa.reception@palmhouse.co.za | @palmhousespa | Image: Palm House Boutique Hotel

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

SWIM IN A TIDAL POOL AT THIS BUCKET LIST EATERY

Spanish pinchos, boozy milkshakes and epic sea views – name a better summer's day. Ficks Restaurant is carved into the cliffs of Ficks tidal pool. You can swim in the tidal pool, lounge on the rocks, enjoy sundowners and the deck, and you might even spot a whale or dolphin (in season). Find out more about this bucket list tidal pool eatery

Date: Open daily; 11am - 9pm (weather dependent)
Cost: From R55


8 Marine Drive | Westcliff | Hermanus | @ficksrestaurant | Image: Ficks Restaurant

VISIT AN EXCLUSIVE CANNABIS CLUB, OPEN DAILY

Cannibisters is a members-only herbal apothecary with more than 90 strains of weed, an in-house medicinal cannabis practitioner, and a coffee bar with CBD-infused coffee and tea. Plus, there’s a workspace for regulars and premium members have access to The Serenity Room. Here’s how you can become a member of Cape Town’s cannabis club

Date: Daily, 10am to 11.30pm
Cost: R100 monthly membership fee


65 Regent Road | Sea Point | 0087 537 8000 | Website | Image: Cannibisters 

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 A SUPERHERO ESCAPE GAME  

It’s up to you to save the city of Cape Town from The Roach. You only have 75 minutes to do it. Are you in? This thrilling new escape game feels like a superhero simulation and is filled with Marvel easter eggs. Our team was the first to play it. Here’s everything you need to know about HintHunt’s Marble escape game.

You might also like: HintHunt has five other escape games, here are our tips and tricks on how to play your best game.

Date: Open daily; 10am - 8.30pm
Cost: R395 per person in a team of 6 


Watershed | 17 Dock Road | V&A Waterfront | @hinthuntafrica | Image: Claire Photography

BOOK A STAY AT THIS BEACH RESORT  

In a tranquil fishing village hidden on the West Coast is Blue Bay Lodge: A 3-star resort on the bay’s edge, with winding beach walkways, beauty salon, tennis courts and more. Here’s 10 reasons to stay at this beach resort (and see how to book).

Cost: From R1 630 per night 


48 Gracillaria Crescent | Blouwaterbaai | Saldanha | @bluebaylodge | Image: Blue Bay Lodge

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

DISTILL YOUR OWN BRAND OF GIN

You don’t just taste great gins, you get to distill and design your own gin – from choosing the alcohol percentage, flavor profile and colour to designing the bottle. While you’re there, you can do a gin tasting and have wood-fired pizza on the deck. Plus, you’ll walk out with a specially designed bottle of gin at Distiller’s Union. 

Date: Wednesday to Sunday, 11am - 5.30pm
Cost: From R595 for standard gin making experience


Distiller’s Union | 156 Victoria Road | Woodstock | @distillersunion | Image: Distiller's Union

TRY HEALTHY TAKEOUT

Sweet and sticky wings, loaded cheese fries, harissa drumsticks, ragout spaghetti, Snickers chocolate bars… what if we told you this could be healthy (and plant-based)? For your next movie night this weekend, why not try Bamboo, a healthy takeout spot in the city.

Date: Daily, 11am to 9pm (delivery) 
Cost: From R50 


9 Long Street | Bamboo Plant Power’s website | @bambooplantpower | Image: Bamboo Plant Power

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 

WATCH DUCKS PARADE ON A WINE FARM

An affordable outing for the whole family. In an effort to farm sustainably, Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate uses 1 000 Indian Runner Ducks to parade around the estate and eat any snails and bugs. Take the kids to the free duck parade, and after enjoy a meal at Chef Bertus Basson’s Geuwels Restaurant or Clara’s Barn, a restaurant in the oldest barn in the Western Cape.

Date: Every Saturday and Sunday; between 8am and 10am or 11am and 1pm
Cost: Parade, free; Guided tours starting at R40


Stellenbosch | @vergenoegd_low_wine_estate | Image: @saltysn0w

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
 

GO ON A MIDWEEK RETREAT WITH FRIENDS

It’s time to get that WhatsApp group together…This retreat in a secret ancient valley, outside Citrusdal, is just the midweek timeout you and your buddies need to reconnect with nature. Book out the main house with a pizza oven or pair up in cosy cottages with jacuzzis or glamp tents. Plus, there’s loads to do as a group at Cederkloof Botanical Retreat.

Date: Open daily
Cost: From R750pp per night


R303, | Regional Road (The Baths) | Citrusdal | Website | @cederkloof | Image: Cederkloof Botanical Retreat

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 4:30pm
Cost: R99


mischu | 85 Regent Road, Sea Point | 0763791693| info@mischu.co.za | @mischucoffee | Image: mischu

STAY SOMEWHERE SPECIAL 

Amina is filled to the brim with colour, vintage finds, antique furniture and special art. Once a house in Bo-Kaap, it has been renovated to a 5-bedroom boutique hotel that is estimated to be 160 years old. Just a 10 minute walk from Bree and Buitengracht Street, it’s the spot for a staycation or unique group getaway.  

Cost: From R1 000 to R2 200, depending on season 


16 Whitford Street | Bo-Kaap | 084 418 1879 | aminahotel@royva.com | @stayatamina | Image: Amina Boutique Hotel

BOOK A TRIP TO THIS HISTORIC FARMHOUSE  

Mardouw Country House is a Swellendam gem on a 1000-hectare olive farm. Renovated from a nineteenth century farmhouse, it has a golf range, flowedge pool, mountain biking and hiking trails… Plus, all meals are included (even three-course dinners) at Mardouw Country House

Cost: R13 000 per night (sleeps 10 people)


R60 | Swellendam | 023 616 2999 | Website | Image: Mardouw Country House 

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

ENJOY THESE SPECIALS EVERY WEEKDAY

From the brewery that brought you sex, drugs and rock ‘n roll beers – get 2-for-1 burgers, a sizzling sharing platter, curry special and more. The easy-does-it comfort food goes well with any of their craft beers. The food specials are on every week, get all the juicy details about Woodstock Brewery.

Date: Monday to Friday, 12pm - 10pm
Cost: Varies


252 Albert Road | Woodstock | 021 203 3045 | @woodstockbrewery | Image: Woodstock Brewery

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  

TASTE WINE FOR FREE EVERY TUESDAY

Wine lover with a tight budget? This local eatery and wine shop offers a free wine tasting experience every Tuesday. Taste and learn more about wine from the region, free of charge + stay for dinner. You can also buy your favourite bottle from the wine shop at Judd’s Local

Date: Every Tuesday; 6pm - 9pm
Cost: Free


141 Kloof Street | Gardens | 064 527 1272 | @juddslocal | Image: Lara van Zyl

GO ON A TOWNSHIP GOSPEL TOUR

You don’t need to be religious to have a soulful experience at a Sunday church service in Langa. Camissa’s Gospel Tour will take you to church with the community, followed by a walk through the streets of Langa with a local guide. Prepare to sing, move and be moved by this joyful outing.

Date: Sundays, from 8.30/9am to 12.30/1pm
Cost: R770 per person, half price for under 12s. Ask about discounts for CapeTownMagazine.com readers.


Camissa Gospel Tours | 078 657 7788 | @Camissa_Travel | Image: Camissa

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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