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Save the Date Cape Towns Coffee Culture Cape Towns Bucket List SA-centric screenings at The Galileo ■■ New Restaurants in 2022 ■■ Fit for Flying? ■■ Prince Albert: A small town gem ■■ The SA Cheese Festival ■■ Markets in the Winelands ■■ The 44th Cape Town Cycle Tour ■■ Cape Towns Free Walking Tours ■■ A-list Wines from Cape Town MAPS ■■ Cape Town ■■ Western Cape
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Save the Date
GALILEO OPEN AIR CINEMA 1 - 31 DECEMBER
LAST THURSDAYS IN HOUT BAY Date: 31 March 2022 Every last Thursday of the month, the Village Precinct of Hout Bay invites guests to stroll from the Lions Club Arts & Crafts Market, through Mainstream Mall, to the shops and restaurants along Main Road. Local businesses will be open till late, with special discounts and other specials intended to help revive this small town. In addition to the market festivities, there will be competitions, fun local activities and attractions and live music. CAPE TOWN CARNIVAL: REUNITED Date: 19 March 2022 One of the biggest events on the Cape Town calendar is back: Join the carnival for an evening of reimagined fun in a safe new edition of this popular event. There are five unique Carnival hubs to enjoy, each offering its own selection of colour, creativity, song and dance, music and more! Best of all, each hub tells its own story. Venue: Various (National Gallery, Hatfield Street, Heritage Square, Green Market & SA Museum Hubs) Time: From 2.30 pm – 9.30 pm Cost: R10 per hub. One ticket is valid for one person, for one show, per one hub
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Venue: Hout Bay Village Precinct, Hout Bay Time: 4pm – 8pm Cost: Entry is free
SUNGAZER FESTIVAL 2022 – BEACH PARTY EDITION Date: 26 March – 27 March 2022 Head to Kogel Bay Resort for the ultimate beach celebration featuring electronic music, luxurious camping, swimming, yoga and more.
Activities and offered experiences will include fully stocked bar and water points; food stalls; daytime swimming; 3D mapping and lasers. Venue: Kogel Bay Resort Time: 11 am (26 March) – 4:30 pm (27 March)
KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER SUNSET CONCERTS Date: 20 March 2022 Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts is back! Opening the much-anticipated first gig since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, on 20 March, is the Mother City’s muchloved musician, Jimmy Nevis and fans are urged to book their tickets now to avoid disappointment. (The second concert on 27 March with Jeremy Loops is already sold out.)
SURVIVAL OF THE FUNNIEST Date: 9 March Local comedians, Thato Mabelane and Arlene Petersen have joined forces to bring their inaugural gutbusting comedy special, ‘Survival of the Funniest’, to Cape Town’s iconic
Baxter Theatre Concert Hall this March for one evening of laughter medicine. The sensational duo has been entertaining crowds around the Western Cape over the recent months and due to the popular demand have decided to host a onenight bumper special at the mother cities most spectacular theatre
ICA’S FLAGSHIP LIVE ART FESTIVAL Date: 19 March to 3 April 2022 The ICA’s flagship Live Art Festival (LAF) is a biennial interdisciplinary festival, which began in 2012. It is designed to challenge and extend the pu blic’s experience of live art in a non-commercial environment and make accessible the work of visual and performing artists who explore new forms, break boundaries, flout aesthetic conventions, tackle controversy, confront audiences and with perceptions. This year the festival will be held from 19 March to 3 April 2022 in various venues in Cape Town. Tickets are free but limited. Booking is essential
Shane Dryden. Hybrid Event: Live On Stage, In-Person And Livestream. Yuppiechef has risen to become one of South Africa’s best-loved e-commerce brands. Shane and Andrew are the two co-founders that kicked things off with an unlikely idea in 2005 about selling electrified fly-rackets. This inauspicious beginning evolved into a celebrated garage to growth success-story. WATERSHED LIVE AT SUIKERBOSSIE 23 March A rare, intimate live performance with best views in Cape Town at Suikerbossie, Hout Bay! Catch us there on 23 March!
Heavy Chef will host the two founders for a behind-the-scenes discussion of the hair-raising journey from Andrew’s lounge in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town to selling their business to Mr Price Group for a reported R500 million in 202
Ticket includes your choice of gourmet burger
cannabis industry and its medicinal, agricultural, financial and lifestyle aspects. What to expect: Over 150 Exhibitors – Representing the entire cannabis industry The Cannabis Food Market – Browse and enjoy cannabis-infused meals, treats and drinks The JuicyFields Freedom Festival – A vibrant outdoor festival environment hosting bands, artists and DJs The Shroom Expo – A first in Africa, find out more about all things shrooms The Convention Stage (Thursday and Friday)- Global industry leaders presenting talks and taking part in moderated panel discussions The Expo Stage (Saturday and Sunday)- Presentations around cannabis-related topics that cover health, agriculture, legislation, finance and more A private space at The Cannabis Expo where members can legally use cannabis and “self-medicate” in the heart of Cape Town
SUNSET SILENT DISCO 19 March 2022 Come boogie on the beach with us! Three channels, three DJs, three different genres to get down to. Whether you delight in doof doof or prefer to party to pop, we’ve got just the tunes for you! DJ line up to be announced
HEAVY CHEF THE YUPPIECHEF STORY. The Yuppiechef Story. Andrew Smith, 6
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LIVE ART FESTIVAL 9 March to 3 April 2022 The ICA’s flagship Live Art Festival (LAF) is a biennial interdisciplinary festival, which began in 2012. It is designed to challenge and extend the public’s experience of live art in a non-commercial environment and make accessible the work of visual and performing artists who explore new forms, break boundaries, flout aesthetic conventions, tackle controversy, confront audiences and experiment with perceptions.
THE CANNABIS EXPO The Cannabis Expo presented by JuicyFields is the global marketplace for education and innovative products and businesses serving the
www.thecannabisexpo.co.za enquiries: info@thecannabisexpo. co.za
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CAPE TOWNS COFFEE CULTURE ORIGIN MICRO-ROASTERY
Origin offers an exceptional range of premium, speciality-grade, ethicallysourced and traceable coffees. Through the year you will find their seasonal espresso blend, 8-10 single origins which change regularly, and their chemical free decafs. With an extraordinary and changing list of some of the world’s most exciting coffees, brewed using the widest range of methods from espresso to a full range of hand-poured methods including – Hario V60, Chemex, siphon, Aeropress, plunger and even Turkish. They also serve 20 speciality leaf teas from their friends at Nigiro Tea Merchants. To go with all of that, they offer a regularly changing menu of baked items, breakfasts, light lunches and snacks celebrating the diversity of the world’s great cuisines. Cafe food should be something you can enjoy every day while also being extraordinaryextraordinary. The coffee here is truly great as well.
TRUTH COFFEE ROASTING
Truth Coffee Roasting shop in Buitenkant street, Cape Town, has been mentioned by acclaimed UK news agency, The Telegraph, as being the very best in the whole world – and we agree; they’re the cream of the crop! From a list of 13 unique coffee shops and roasteries in the world, Truth’s steampunkinspired artisan coffee shop – a warehouse filled from top to bottom with metal piping and quirky, old machinery – surfaced on top, grinding out some of the top shops in France, Vienna, Singapore and Italy.
ROSETTA ROASTERY
Rossetta Roastery is an award winning, speciality coffee roasting company based in Cape Town. Additionally, they were named South Africa’s best coffee roastery in 2018 and 2019. They source speciality grade, single origin coffees from South & Central America, Africa and Asia, micro-roasting each one to best present its unique personality. Located in the centre of Cape Town’s creative culinary scene, The Bree street cafe and brew bar is probably the most complete expression of the Rosetta Roastery experience. There is a filter brew bar, a choice of two single-origin coffees for espresso-based drinks, and full access to the complete range of Rosetta’s roasted coffees.
LEGADO COFFEE ROASTERY
Legado Coffee Roastery’s Fidders Shop has been open since 2019. The café is situated in central Stellenbosch and is a wonderful place to experience their brand and ethos of Legado Coffee. Legado will offer you some of the tastiest coffees in the world. More than a decade of refined skill and developed palettes ensure that our coffee is roasted with the utmost care
AGAINST THE GRAIN
Against the Grain – a cafe that’s one to remember. Upon entry, you are met by a luminous sign with a warm and welcoming greeting of ” Hey, Salaam”. The cafe itself (their new premises), is filled with gorgeous decor and provides a laid back atmosphere where good food and conversation can be enjoyed. We recently sat down with the owners, Nabeela and Gesant to learn more about their inspiration for the brandjust style over substance. The coffee here is truly great as well.
DELUXE
Deluxe serve up some of the city’s best coffees at amazing value. Their welcoming coffee shops dotted around town focus on quick, quality coffees. The original store on Church Street is worth a visit for its charming holein-the-wall style and authenticity, but the shiny new headquarters on Buitenkant Street is where most of the action seems to go down these days
ESPRESSO LAB MICROROASTERS
Espresso Lab Microroasters is a specialty coffee roastery based at The Old Biscuit Mill, Woodstock, Cape Town. Roasting small boutique batches of coffee since 2009, and were one of the pioneers of the specialty coffee movement both locally and worldwide. adopting an omni-roast approach.
JARRYDS
Jarryds has become one of the city’s most popular breakfast and brunch restaurants, and for good reason. They offer excellent coffee, to have in or to go, as well as quality fresh breakfast and lunch options served fast and professionally. Though they’re more than just a coffee shop, they’re a great place to pop in for a good cup of coffee, too. And with two branches, one in Sea Point, and a quieter version hidden away just off trendy Bree Street, it’s now easier than ever to get your Jarryds fixjust style over substance.
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CAPE TOWN’S BUCKET LIST
back to the city along the Atlantic seaboard
Kirstenbosch
Mountain and some Spring Water into the ocean. This educational and historic tour will inspire your imagination. A thrilling experience and adventure
Cableway Parapax Tandem Paragliding Flight
An exhilarating tandem paragliding flight from Signal Hill or Lions head is probably one of the exciting adventure sports in Cape Town. Once you are in the air enjoy a birds eye view of one of the most beautiful cities in the world! email: parapaxsa@gmail.com
The Mother City is picnicking heaven, where you can find all sorts of amazing pre-packed picnic baskets in beautiful settings. Kirstenbosch is an attraction in its own right, and arguably the best place of all to spread your blanket and snacks. You can pre-order picnic baskets or pack your own, and there’s plenty of space on the rolling lawns to set up
Secret Tunnels
The Aerial Cableway affords 360° views of the city on your way to the top of the mountain. At the top are unbeatable views of the city, along with a restaurant where you can grab some lunch
City Sightseeing Bus Wine Route
Cape Camino Trail
The Cape Camino Trail is a walking pilgrimage route around the Cape Peninsula. It is inspired by the wellknown Camino de Santiago, (the pilgrimage route in Europe) but is adapted for our South African conditions. The route takes in the diverse sacred spaces found in Cape Town, from the iconic Table Mountain to Cape Point, then 10
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Discover the Secret Tunnels below the City of Cape Town. Parts of the underground Canals and Rivers date back to 1652. They used to supply the Company Gardens and the passing ships with fresh water. Later these rivers flowing through the city became pleasant walk ways shaded by Oaks with bridges going over them. Today these historic Canals with their impressive architecture convey the sweet waters of Table
City Sightseeing has combined three of Cape Town’s favourite things all in one tour: Wine, beautiful scenery and great food. Their Constantia Wine Valley bus stops at Groot Constantia, Eagles’ Nest and Beau Constantia while driving on some of the most beautiful roads in the city. These three green wine estates have incredible wine and food on offer and the views are unparalleled. Plus you’ll hear some fascinating facts (in no less than 15 languages) while you drive, so it’s something we’d recommend for locals and visitors
as you’re bound to learn something new. To take this tour you’ll need to take the Mini Peninsula Tour and hop off at Constantia Nek
Zeitz Mocaa
It has opened pathways to new opportunities and even after 100 years, Chappies continues to be an intrinsic route that connects communities, businesses, and people.
Hottentots Holland mountain range and was named one of the hottest new tourism experiences by Lonely Planet.
Kloofing at Crystal Pools
Township Tour
The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa is the largest art museum in Africa, and the largest museum in the world showcasing the art of Africa and its diaspora. It opened at the end of 2017, and it’s still number 1 on many people’s to-do lists. The exhibitions change regularly, so even if you’ve been before, add it to your list!
Chapmans Peak
Chapman’s Peak Drive, or Chappies as the drive is affectionately known, was named after an English skipper who rowed to shore in search of provisions while on a journey around the Cape of Good Hope in 1607. Hundreds of years later in 1915, work began to cut a road along a series of ridges to connect Hout Bay to Noordhoek. It was a feat of engineering back then, and when it was officially opened on the 6th of May 1922 it was called Chapman’s Peak Drive. Chappies is a bridge that connects communities and allows for life on the Southern Peninsula to thrive.
Imizamo Yethu is the township located on the slopes of Hout Bay. You can hop off the City Sightseeing bus here to take a tour with a local guide. You’ll explore the community, visit a tavern for a drink, and taste amagwinya (a deep fried dough served with savoury mince or jam)
Hoerikwaggo Trail
Envisaged as a great Cape trek that stretches from Cape Point to the Cableway station on Table Mountain, the Hoerikwaggo trail was supposed to be a five or six-day hike with tented campsites along the route. Unfortunately, it’s not possible to do an uninterrupted hike, but you can still take advantage of the incredible views and unique camping spots on this route Located an hour outside of Cape Town is the Cape Canopy Tour. It’s situated inside the protected
Kloofing is the South African word for “canyoning”. For those who want a little more adrenaline than your standard hike offers, take a trip out to the Steenbras River Gorge, known locally as Crystal Pools, located near Gordon’s Bay. It’s a scenic but sweaty day of jumping into pools from heights of between 3 and 24 metres, as well as 45-metre waterfall abseil.
Aquila Game Reserve
Spend a full day at the Aquila Game Reserve, the closest one to Cape Town, on this safari tour. Get excited to see the ‘Big Five’ game animals and endangered species such as the ‘Aquila’ Black Eagle on this worryfree trip, which includes pickup at your Cape Town city center hotel. This is one of the easiest safari tours near Cape Town, on a private game reserve in a malaria-free area
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Celebrate proudly-local, SA-centric screenings at The Galileo this March! With March well underway and a few public holidays on the horizon, The Galileo Open Air Cinema will be screening a host of themed, proudly South African movies to kickstart the Human Rights Day long weekend. Take your pick from SA-centric flicks and firm favourites like ‘Keeping Up With The Kandasamys’, ‘Jock Of The Bushveld’ and ‘Invictus’, screening at Cape Town’s most loved outdoor venues and roaming wine farms within the Winelands. In a first for The Galileo, we nod to all the producers, movie makers, actors and supreme creative talent that knows no bounds in SA. Human Rights Day celebrates the Commission created to promote respect, protection and development of human rights and the cornerstone of democracy in South Africa. Local movies that cater to all - a great way to celebrate how far we’ve come and all that our inspiring ‘rainbow nation’ represents. Ideal for families wanting to spend quality time together outdoors or the perfect answer to your date night, consider your long weekend plans sorted and book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Movie Details: Thursday, 17 March: Keeping Up with the Kandasamys at Kirstenbosch, Newlands Friday, 18 March: Jock Of The Bushveld at Central Park, Century City Saturday, 19 March: Invictus at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate, Paarl Tickets are R109 – R195 pp. Pack a picnic or purchase from the artisanal food market. www.thegalileo.co.za
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NEW RESTAURANTS IN 2022
One Park
Clara’s Barn
Farro
Situated at number 1 Park Road Gardens, One Park comprises an Eatery, Sound Bar, Gallery and Record Store, Inspired by their heritage and transformed by experience, the team creates locally sourced culinary experiences with a seasonal small plate menu.
Restaurateur Bertus Basson’s latest culinary adventure has transformed a centuries-old barn into fine-dining venue on Vergenoegd Löw wine estate. The Cape-Dutch thatched building with oversized barn doors houses a bar-lounge area, a spacious restaurant with tables flowing outside onto a verandah, two fireplaces and a carving station.
Since closing Farro in Illovo, Jhb, the husband-and-wife duo Alex and Eloise relocated to Cape Town, where they resurrected the restaurant for a successful pop-up on the city’s bustling Bree Street.
1 Park Road, Gardens, Cape Town
1 Faure Village Rd, Macassar, Stellenbosch
Now the couple, together with the team at Gabriëlskloof, are thrilled to announce the opening of Farro at Gabriëlskloof. The foodie favourite will find a new, permanent home on the beautiful Botrivier farm. Gabriëlskloof Wine Estate, Botriver
Qbar
Le Grand Domaine Enoteca
CHEFS Foodhall
Shaded by plane trees and canvas umbrellas, the sophisticated yet relaxed Hidden in a courtyard on Stellenbosch’s Church Street here discover the stylish Qbar. Sample all the wines from the Quoin Rock portfolio accompanied by a delicious menu by Gâte Restaurant’s Jack Coetzee.
Situated in Stellenbosch’s iconic Church Street, Le Grande Domaine Enoteca is the new chic and vibey brand home of Le Grand Vin Stellenbosch and Stellenview Wines. An opulent showcase for their handcrafted, premium quality wines full of character and flavour, which includes: The Pledge, as well as the internationally awarded Stellenview Wines and its subsidiary labels; Kruger Family Wines, KFK Wines and Cape Five.
Inspired by foodhalls around the world – and the centuries-old tradition of the town marketplace – executive chef and culinary director George Jardine set to launch in Cape Town’s Cavendish square this May, with plans to go countrywide later. it brings together 10 kitchen stations, with each chef cooking something different, to offer customers a global feast – There will also be a bar area and patisserie.
7 Church Street, Stellenbosch
The Bailey on Bree
The Wine Glass
Post & Pepper
This three-storey, sophisticated gourmet hub can be found at Heritage Square, Cape Town, headed by the acclaimed chef Liam Thompson. Situated across from Pinchos, his other popular eatery, this historical building with its high ceilings and large windows is being transformed into a glorious foodie destination.
Located in two beautiful towns in the Western Cape: Hermanus and Stellenbosch, these venues have over 100 wines available to taste, savour and enjoy by the glass, by the bottle or simply in a tasting flight of six, wine from these regions has never been easier to appreciate.
The Post & Pepper, in the heart of bustling Stellenbosch, you’ll find a menu and atmosphere packed with all the things you love about fine dining with none of the frills.
It includes a glamourous patisserie, a champagne and cocktail bar and an eatery serving all-day breakfasts, brunches and lunches The middle floor will be home to a classic European-style brasserie, complete with maître d’ to ensure top-level service and hospitality. And upstairs, a wine and whisky bar for aficionados, with relaxed terrace seating. The Bailey on Bree is expected to open in April 2022
Scrumptious plates of food are served from their kitchen where the chef has been inspired by local cuisine to take you on a gastronomic journey,. They aim to give you a real taste of the area and showcase the incredible wines afrom these locations
Located in the Old Stellenbosch Post Office, this historic building is the home of great food, done well with amazing attention to detail. Chef Jess cooks up some fresh takes on South African classics, with a touch of Asian-inspired flavours and the freshest locally sourced produce. The Oude Postkantoor, c/o Bird and Plein Street Stellenbosch
13 Ryneveld Street, Stellenbosch
91 Bree Street, Cape Town
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Fit for Flying Despite all Covid restrictions coming and going, air travel is still happening. However, most people are more aware of possible health risks involved and deep vein thrombosis has become a global concern. So let your flight trip be safe by understanding a few key points of air travel, and developing some healthy habits. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that develops in a deep vein, commonly in the legs. It is a life-threatening condition because a piece of the clot can break off and travel to the lungs where it can cause a pulmonary embolism (a blockage of a main artery to the lung). The jury is still out there on the extent of whether long-haul flights raises your risk of DVTs. However several studies by the World Health Organization’s Research Into Global Hazards of Travel states that the risk of DVT may double after four hours of flying and in a cohort of healthy individuals, 1 in 6,000 people are affected, predominantly due to prolonged seated immobility. The risk is significantly raised when you have risk factors for DVT which can include being over the age of 40, having had
a DVT or blood clot in the lung before, having a history of blood clots in the family, hormonal effects of being pregnant or being on HRT or using oral contraceptives, recent surgery or trauma, and also many types of cancer.
In essence, clots develop if blood does not adequately move! The calf muscles have been termed the “Vein Heart” and are pivotal in ensuring blood flow in the deep veins – keep moving them... even intermittently is good enough!
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Exercising not only alleviates your risk of developing a DVT, but it can also reduce aches and pains, relieve stress and boredom, and induce better quality sleep. Such aeroplane exercises include rotating the ankles, pushing down alternately with heels and toes, standing calf raises (go to a corner near the toilets or the galley to do these), alternately tensing and relaxing parts of the legs (working upwards from feet to thighs and hips then down again), various back, shoulder and neck stretches or even bringing a tennis or lacrosse ball on board with you to massage your leg muscles. Gently push the ball into your thigh and roll it up and down your leg. Alternatively, you can place the ball under your leg. Also do not get dehydrated as one’s blood will thicken and increase the risk of clotting consume adequate amounts of non-alcoholic beverages throughout the flight to prevent dehydration. Compression stockings or even wearing medical compression socks to ensure a compression of 15 to 30 mm Hg at the ankle will stimulate circulation and prevent blood from pooling and
Netcare not only provides first response emergency medical services through Netcare 911’s road and air operations; there are also 4 emergency departments at Netcare hospitals in the Western Cape operating around the clock, every day of the year. Clinical care at the emergency departments is provided by independent doctor practices or by doctors with whom Netcare has contracted to provide this service, while specialists are on call should more specialised treatment be
definitely help with swelling which occurs from the change in pressure in the cabin. Many of the world’s most fascinating destinations can only be reached on a long-distance flight. Sitting on a plane for prolonged periods can be problematic and ill-health effects are all preventable - follow the steps to improve health and prevent any medical conditions and enable you to enjoy your time at your desired destination.
NETCARE EMERGENCY & TRAUMA DEPARTMENTS
24 hr Emergency Departments & Trauma Our trauma centers have a dedicated multidisciplinary trauma team, trauma theatres and ICU’s and provide comprehensive and highly specialised emergency medical services to patients who have suffered life – threatening traumatic injuries or medical conditions. These world class facilities are complemented by skilled and experienced medical specialists, management and staff who are committed to providing exceptional care for patients and their families.
required. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care and professional excellence.
NETCARE BLAAUWBERG HOSPITAL Tel: 021 554 9000 Emergency: 021 554 9230 NETCARE CHRISTIAAN BARNARD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Tel: 021 441 0000 Emergency: 0801 22 2222 NETCARE KUILSRIVER HOSPITAL Tel: 021 900 6000 Emergency: 021 900 6001 NETCARE N1 CITY HOSPITAL Tel: 021 590 4444 Emergency: 0800 22 8888
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PRINCE ALBERT Another Capetown Small Town Gem
Prince Albert lies at the foot of the awe-inspiring Swartberg Pass. The town offers wide open spaces to hike and bike, crisp, clear air, star-filled skies and quiet to restore your soul. It showcases beautifully preserved Victorian, Karoo, Cape Dutch and uniquely gabled buildings.
EAT La de Dah Located in the heart of the Karoo town of Prince Albert, at the foot of the Swartberg Mountains, you will find this special coffee shop, restaurant and gift shop opened for breakfast, lunch and dinner
It is home to artists and crafters, purveyors of fresh produce and good food, as well as the friendliest people in the Karoo.
STAY Casa Milorca Casa Milorca is a 19th-century, owner-run guest house situated in the historic heart of Prince Albert, ideally located near to various facilities and attractions in the town
WHEN TO VISIT The summer months can get really hot, so you may want to avoid December, January and February. The best times to visit are probably the spring and autumn months. If you’re at all interested in theatre, then try time your visit for when there’s something on at The Showroom
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O for Olive, Visit the oldest olive farm in the Prince Albert area for a delicious breakfast, lunch or something sweet in the garden or on the veranda. Café O sells delicious products as well as offering tea, fresh bread, light lunches, tapas and tasting sessions.
Dennehof Karoo Guest House Declared a national monument in 1997, Dennehof Karoo Guest House was the first guest house in Prince Albert to be accredited by the South African tourism authorities and has since been awarded four stars by the tourism grading council. Over the years it has been skillfully restored and preserved for the enjoyment of future generations
tages are perched on a koppie just outside of Prince Albert with magnificent views of the Swartberg Mountains Mirtehof Guest Farm Mirtehof is perfectly located on the edge of town. Guests wake up to the relaxed ambiance of a small working farm, with beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, especially from the stoep. Breakfast is an authentic local affair, enhanced by what is crispy, fresh and tasty from our garden
Prince Albert’s rich history, fascinating characters, and ghosts! It’s a fun pre-dinner activity for the whole family that reveals the town’s hidden treasures and histories.
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Karoo View Cottages Karoo View Cottages offers luxurious self-catering accommodation complete with all your “home away from home” comforts. These cot-
Prince Albert Gallery The Prince Albert Gallery exhibits the works of a wide variety of South African artists specializing in painting, etching and ceramic art. They welcome you to visit the space, you may just find a piece of art that speaks to you
Fransie Pienaar Museum The Fransie Pienaar Museum, portrays the cultural and natural history of Prince Albert and the district. It is a house museum and has a large collection of furniture and paintings and there is a display of the gold mining Prince Albert Ghost Walk activities in the district durTake a twilight walk through ing the late 19th century. the town as darkness descends, introducing you to
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Human Rights Day Human Rights Day in South Africa is historically linked with 21 March 1960, and the events of Sharpeville. On that day 69 people died and 180 were wounded when police fired on a peaceful crowd that had gathered in protest against the Pass laws. This day marked an affirmation by ordinary people, rising in unison to proclaim their rights. It became an iconic date in our country’s history that today we commemorate as Human Rights Day as a reminder of our rights and the cost paid for our treasured human rights. Heres what you can keep busy with on Human Rights Day The Long March to Freedom Exhibition The largest exhibition of its kind at the National Heritage Monument in Century City, you can walk amongst 100 of bronze life sized bronze sculptures which includes Nelson Mandela, Miriam Makeba, Helen Suzman and Ché Guevara. Times: 10am - 4pm Cost: Adults R75, kids u/16 and pensioners R50, family (2 adults and 2 children) R210, R10 parking fee Be Curious and Talk to Strangers. Spend 45 minutes in one-on-one conversation with a Strangers with lived experiences such as Brain Tumor Survivor, Hearing Impaired Radio Presenter, Depression, Ex-Gangster, Cancer Survivor, HIV+, Aspergers and ask them anything you want to know about it. Entrance is free, anyone is welcome. Arrive at the event, see a list of available topics for the day, book a topic that sparks your interest in an available time slot and sit down for a one-on-one conversation with our volunteer. After a short introduction about their life story, you are allowed to ask them anything you have ever wondered about their topic. Workshop17 Watershed, 17 Dock Road, Cape Town
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MARKETS IN THE WINELANDS Root 44 Market
An all weather setting and showcase of homegrown, arts and crafts, foods, wine, local beers and fresh produce, ideal for kids entertainment as well as live music. all to be enjoyed sitting down at tables, having a picnic on the lawns or to be taken home. Audacia Wine Farm, cnr R44 & Annandale Rd, Stellenbosch Sat & Sun’s 10am – 4pm
Constantia Waldorf Night Market
Last Friday of every month in summer, this candle lit market with local food, art and music is a firm favourite. with locals Constantia Waldorf School, Spaanschemat River Rd, Constantia, Time: 4.30pm – 9pm
Elgin Weekend Railway Market
Elgin Railway Market is a converted old apple warehouse into a bustling steampunk station market hosting local vendors, live music and a gateway to the beautiful Overberg town. Elgin Railway Market, Oak Avenue, Elgin Village, Elgin Friday 4:30pm to 8pm | Saturday 9am to 5pm | Sunday 9am to 5pm
Franschhoek Village Market
This Saturday food and craft market sells local fresh produce, art, jewellery and a wide variety of crafts under the trees on the church grounds.
Schwarma, Blue Marlin, Senor Prego, Cape Cuisine, Yoffi Falafel and East Meets west, in a child-friendly setting with views out over Noordhoek to the sea. Cape Point Vineyards, Silvermine Rd, Noordhoek, Cape Town 4.30 to 8.30pm
Freedom Weekend Market
Situated in the heart of the Winelands between Paarl and Franschhoek, the Freedom Weekend Market is where foodies and lovers meet for coffee. A local favourite thanks to the wide variety of stalls and live music. its something for the whole family It’s a wonderful Winelands outing for the whole family, plus it’s mostly undercover so you’ll be protected from the elements no matter the weather. Dog Friendly. Good to know The Freedom Market Run (5km, 10km or 15km) takes place in the surrounding areas and finishes at the market. Freedom Village, 301 Wemmershoek Road, Paarl Saturday, 9am – 4pm; Sunday, 9am – 3pm
Boschendal Friday Night Market
The Boschendal Friday Night Market is a weekly summer market held at the Boschendal Estate. Expect live music, fresh farm produce, food stalls and other artisanal stands filled with handmade local products. Bring the family and enjoy the farm under the starlight every Friday evening.
Dutch Reformed Church, Huguenot St, Main Rd, Franschhoek
The Werf, Boschendal, Stellenbosch
Time: 9am – 2pm
Fridays: 6pm-9pm
Lourensford Market
A fresh produce market that showcases artisan food, arts and crafts stalls in an outdoor, rustic and relaxed atmosphere. They host more than 70 permanent stalls. Dogs are allowed as long as they are kept on a leash at all times, and the venue also remains open during rainy days. Lourensford Wine Estate, Lourensford Ave, Helderberg Rural, Cape Town Time: Sat & Sun 10am to 4pm
Noordhoek Community Market
High quality vendors including the Ice Cream Guys, Ta-Da – Crepes, A&J Ceramics, Amethyst, Mels Flowers, Piroschka’s Kitchen, Foodbloom Deli, Super Smoothie Zone, Al’s
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THE 44TH CAPE TOWN CYCLE TOUR The Cape Town Cycle Tour is an annual cycle race hosted in Cape Town, South Africa, usually 109 km (68 mi) long. It is the first event outside Europe to be included in the Union Cycliste Internationale’s Golden Bike Series.[2] South Africa hosts some of the largest, by the number of entrants, sporting events in the world with three being the largest of their type. The Cape Town Cycle Tour, with as many as 35 000 cyclists taking part, is the world’s largest individually timed cycle race. It is traditionally staged on the second Sunday of March and has enjoyed well-known competitors such as Miguel Indurain, Jan Ulrich, Matt Damon, Helen Zille and Lance Armstrong. The 44th Cape Town Cycle Tour is taking place on Sunday with more than 22 000 cyclists participating. Cycling for charity is the cornerstone of the Cape Town 22 20 18 24
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Cycle Tour, with the bulk of your entry fee heading straight into Rotary and PPA coffers. You can choose to do even more with your miles, though, by joining a charity group, or kickstarting your own charity drive History of the Cycle Tour It all began with a leisurely breakfast in 1977 when engineer Bill Mylrea and architect John Stegmann – discussed the cycling safety for the small number of recreational cyclists who travelled the roads of the Western Cape, and mobility for the masses. Cape Town needed a network of safe and efficient cycle paths that would keep riders safe and allow commuters to get to and from work swiftly and in one piece. After many years of submitting, pleading, begging and cajoling including a a 3 000-signature petition that were getting them no where with governement, the established cyclists revolted and created The Big Ride In.
Held under the auspices of the newly formed Western Province Pedal Power Association (now called PPA) in 1977, the founders of the Cape Town Cycle Tour set out to demonstrate that a lot of people rode bikes. And so they did, with hundreds riding into the Cape Town CBD, to the City Hall, the Grand Parade, Adderley Street and the Foreshore. Included in their number was the mayor, John Tyers. And it was impressive, to all but the relevant authority, which still saw no future for bike paths. From this hugely unsuccessful success was born the Peninsula Marathon – a gruelling event that would, according to the experts at the WPPPA ‘require at least two months’ preparation’. They even went as far as recommending: ‘Unless you are able to spend R300–R500 on a super machine, your best bet is a ten-speed tourer (with drop handlebars, if you like) for around R100 new, or R50–R75 secondhand.’ The Peninsula Marathon never saw the light of day, as an event. In late 1978 legendary Hello Cape Town October 2021 l
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Cape Town mountain biker and potter Steve Shapiro harangued the marketing folk at The Argus (where he was working at the time) to get involved. It was to be a mass-participation event open to all who wanted to enter. From the outset, the organising committee wanted the Cycle Tour to be an official, sanctioned event, but no matter how much the Department of Sport loved the idea and wanted a part of it, their proviso that it only be open to white participants remained a stumbling block, to the degree that Mylrea was forced to write the department’s representative an extremely polite letter in the build-up to the event, telling him that this was a non-segregated event. This was brave stuff in the late 1970s, when BJ Vorster and PW Botha were ruling the roost. But the spirit of cycling, and its inclusivity, prevailed, and on 28 October 1978 over 500 cyclists left the start line outside the Castle in Strand Street. Initially, a number of options
were looked at – northwards to Melkbos and back; out to Paarl for a 250–300km return trip; at one point it was even going to be a two-dayer – before the founding fathers settled on a start as close to the City Hall as they dared, before heading south along the newly built Blue Route freeway and on down to Simon’s Town. From there, the initial plan was to head into the Cape Point Nature Reserve, turn around at the farthest point, and for the riders to return whence they came. Unfortunately (or fortunately, if the thought of 35,000 riders negotiating that narrow reserve road in two directions is too scary), the managers of the park, SANParks in today’s parlance, threw their toys out of the cot, and rather than kowtow to yet another quasi-government department, the organisers decided to bypass the entrance to the reserve and head through Misty Cliffs, over Slangkop and then Chapman’s Peak and Suikerbossie, before finishing at the lamp-post opposite what
is now The Bay Hotel (it was called the Rotunda in 1978), where a pair of tables welcomed finishers. 2022 Winners It’s a fiercely competitive and highly anticipated event that lures in cyclists from around the world. This year, the wet weather proved to be no danger for the best of the best. The winners of the “most beautiful bike race in the world” is Marc Pritzen on Team Qhubeka is the 2022 male champion while Kim Le Court on Team GalileoRisk-Infinity brought home gold for the women this year
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CAPETOWN’S FREE WALKING TOURS
HISTORIC CITY TOUR (OLD TOWN)
The Historic City Walk departs daily at 10:00 and 14:00 from our Long Street ticket office (stop 5). As you explore the city in the 90-minute tour, your guide will highlight buildings and places of relevance and history along the route. Look out for the tour guide in their red uniforms with their red umbrellas to join the City Sightseeing Free Walking Tours.
VIBRANT BO-KAAP TOUR
The Bo-Kaap Walk departs daily at 12:00 from our Long Street ticket office (stop 5). The Bo-Kaap is situated at the top end of the CBD at the foot of Signal Hill. See the colourful houses, smell the spices and hear a call to prayers of the local mosque.
V&A WATERFRONT TOUR
This Walk departs daily at 10:30 and 15:00 from our V&A ticket office located just outside the Two Oceans Aquarium. www.capetownsigntseeing.co.za
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REAL AFRICA. REAL CLOSE TO CAPE TOWN Acclaimed for service excellence, renewable energy, social responsibility efforts and conservation programmes, Aquila is more than just an unforgettable wildlife experience, it is an experience in luxurious African hospitality, traditional culinary delights, service excellence and the restoration of pride to the indigenous people and the land
A-LIST WINES FROM CAPE TOWN DE GRENDEL WINES The views of Table Mountain and Cape Town from the long glass encased verandah of the De Grendel Tasting Lounge and Stoep are possibly the most spectacular of any wine farm in the Cape. Look out over the vineyards to the magnificent view of Table Mountain, Cape Town city and the Atlantic Ocean, or chill in the relaxed lounge atmosphere. Cellar tours are available *every weekday at 11h00 and 15h00. The cellar tour cost R80 which includes a tasting of 3 wines and a guided tour through the cellar. To make a booking, please email us at or call 021 558 6280. De Grendel Wine Estate and Restaurant, Plattekloof Road, Panorama Tel: 021 558 6280 Email: tasting@degrendel.co.za www.degrendal.co.za
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DIEMERSFONTEIN Diemersfontein Wine invites you to stop by and visit our tasting room in Wellington – after all, there’s so much more to taste than just the Pinotage! Open 7 days a week from 10h00 to 17h00, Aubern, Joanne and their team of tasting advisors eagerly await your visit! Whilst visiting our tasting room, you are able to sample our full range of wines, including the Diemersfontein Original range, our Flagship Carpe Diem range, as well as the Thokozani Range. Cellar door prices are convenient and delivery R301, Jan Van Riebeeck Dve, Newtown, Wellington Tel: +27 21 864 5050 • Email: tastingroom@diemersfontein.co.za • www.diemersfontein.co.za @Diemersfontein Diemersfontein
DIEU DONNE VINEYARDS “Dieu Donné” translates literally into “A gift from God”. The farm is situated high on the cool south-west facing slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains, which tempers the sun, ensuring that our grapes ripen slowly. Thanks to our cool summer conditions & unique soils, this lends to the unique flavours and characters of the terroir in the grapes. Merlot being the flagship wine on the farm, we invite you to visit our tasting facility or enjoy a glass of wine on the terrace while soaking in the beautiful views. Dieu Donné Vineyards Uitkyk Street, Franschhoek, Tel: +27 21 876 2493 • Email: info@dieudonnevineyards.com • www.leopardsleap.co.za DieuDonneWine @DieuDonneWine
LABORIE ESTATE
Taillefer & Main Road, Southern Paarl, Paarl, Tel: +27 21 807 3095• Email: i reservations@laborieestate.co.za • www.laborieestate.co.za
Laborie Estate is a historic working farm on the foothills of Paarl Mountain, less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town. A gem of an estate located in the heart of Paarl, that has been revived as a one-stop destination in the Cape Winelands. A family-friendly stylish restaurant, luxury guest rooms set among the vineyards, a relaxed tapas restaurant & a winetasting venue with some of the most breathtaking views in the Boland, are just some of the comforts which Laborie offers its guests.
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KWV WINES South Africa is a global player in the world of wine, with KWV a respected company that leads through innovation and quality. With its many award-winning wines, spirits and liqueurs, KWV honours its original objective of showcasing the quality of South Africa’s wine products to the world. In 2018, KWV celebrated its centenary, a number appropriately reflected in the company’s current market standing. The company’s well-established roots in South Africa has given it international strength: KWV has a global footprint with a portfolio of brands represented in about 100 markets.
La Concorde, 57 Main Rd Paarl Tel: +27 21 888 4600 • Email: customer@kwv.co.za • www.kwv.co.za kwvwines @kwvwines @kwvwines
DE ZALZE WINE ESTATE
De Zalze Golf Estate, Stellenbosch Tel: +27 21 880 0717 • Email: quality@kleinezalze.co.za • www.kleinezalze.co.za
Kleine Zalze is a family-owned winery situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands, just two miles from Stellenbosch. Winemaking has taken place on the estate on a small scale since 1695 but it was in 1996, when Kobus Basson and his family purchased the property, that the modern Kleine Zalze was born. This continuous attention to detail culminated in Kleine Zalze achieving new heights in 2020 and being named Top Performing Winery of the Year by Platter’s South African wine guide, arguably the most comprehensive guide to South African wine in the world
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EAGLES’ NEST WINES Eagles’ Nest was originally a section of Groot Constantia, the wine supplier to European nobility, established by Simon van der Stel in the late 1600’s. Eagles’ Nest’s history reveals that it operated as a commercial farm producing export fruit, as well as vegetables for the local market, up until the 1960’s. Over time the farm has had a number of owners, since 1984 it has been in the control of the Mylrea family. Constantia Main Rd, Constantia, Tel: 021 794 4095 • Email: info@eaglesnestwines.com • www.eaglesnestwines.com
Eagles’ Nest is suited to red wines. With its East, West and North facing slopes it is the steepest commercially farmed land in the Cape region, if not in all of South Africa. The land is located 10.5 km from the warm False Bay coast line and is in the direct path of the summer trade wines
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PERDEBERG WINE ESTATE Situated at the foothills of the Paardeberg Mountain in Paarl, Cape Town, one of the finest wine-growing areas of the Cape, lies Perdeberg Cellar. The hallmark and most differentiating quality of Perdeberg wines is our predominant use of unirrigated vineyards, termed dry land vines. Overcoming difficult growing conditions, dry land vines yield small berries with concentrated flavour and colour which in turn create superior wines Vryguns Farm Windmeul, Paarl, Tel: +27 21 869 8244 • Email: tasting@perdeberg.co.za • www. perdeberg.co.za PerdebergWinery @ perdebergwinery @PerdebergWines
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