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THE GALILEO OPEN AIR CINEMA Combining the ideal social distancing, open air ease and the support of small local traders, the Galileo Drive-In is back. The Galileo Drive In brings you all your favourite movie memories under the stars, in a safe and convenient way! Bookings can be made online via Webtickets. DRIVE-INS
laughing in the face of it all. Tickets available at Computicket at R200. IMAGINE ARTSCAPE THEATRE CENTER 5 JUNE Back on stage and better than ever. This must-see magic show is packed full of “wow” moments; colour, energy, juggling, comedy and a whole lot of incredible fun for the whole family! Tickets cost R150 and are available at Computicket.
He’s Just Not That Into You - 4.6.2021 Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch) Onward - 5.6.2021 Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch) Forrest Gump - 6.6.2021 Vredenhof Sports Field (Rondebosch) The Rocky Horror Picture Show - 11.6.2021 Meridian Pinehurst (Durbanville) E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial - 12.6.2021 Meridian Pinehurst (Durbanville) About Time - 13.6.2021 Meridian Pinehurst (Durbanville)
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN BAXTER THEATRE 5 - 19 JUNE Originally written in Spanish in 1972, Kiss of the Spider Woman has captured the attention of audiences for its romantic drama, political outcry and postmodern style portrayed through its two characters, Molina and Valentin. Tickets range from R170 to R200 and are available at Webtickets.
Maleficent - 18.6.2021 The Cape Academy (Constantia) Ferris Bueller’s Day Off - 19.6.2021 The Cape Academy (Constantia) The Holiday - 20.6.2021. The Cape Academy (Constantia) Beauty And The Beast (2017) - 25.6.2021 Jan van Riebeeck Sportveld (Tamboerskloof) The Big Lebowski - 26.6.2021 Jan van Riebeeck Sportveld APOCALAUGHS NOW! THEATRE ON THE BAY UNTIL 19 JUNE It’s been the wildest year yet with the most unexpected and crazy pandemic turning our existence inside out and upside down. Renowned funnyman, Alan Committie, however is determined that we keep
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LIFE AND TIMES OF MICHAEL K BAXTER THEATRE 7 - 19 JUNE A frighteningly beautiful story that follows a simple man who embarks on a journey through a South Africa, shattered by civil war, to return his mother to die on the farm where she was born. Co-produced between Theater der Welt Düsseldorf 2020, Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus, Baxter Theatre Centre and Les Théâtres de la Ville de Luxembourg. Tickets cost R250 and are available at Webtickets. A BOARDING LINE MASQUE THEATRE 10 - 20 JUNE From frequent flyers to newbie stewards
- a colourful collection of characters descend on the ALW Airport one flustered morning - unbeknownst that some of them will be confronted with a day of non-stop turbulence. Tickets cost R100 and can be booked at Computicket. SWAN SONG GATE 69 4 JUNE - 31 JULY All good things must come to an end. Now, don’t panic – nobody’s dying or retiring, but the time has come for The Trolley Dollies to spread their wings and fly the coop! You will never believe the kind of baggage – emotional and otherwise – that three drag queens can accumulate when left to their own devices. They’re airing their dirty laundry for the world to see one last time and leaving nothing to the imagination. If you love The Trolley Dollies and you love what they do, this is your last chance to catch them at their beloved purple palace on Bree. Tickets cost R390 – R450 and can be booked at www.gate69.co.za NOIR KALK BAY THEATRE TILL 26 JUNE Featuring Ash Searle, Vanessa Harris, Bradley Searle, Hannah Hishin, Emily Isted, Jessica Kohler & Liam Gillespie. This provocative cabaret-style production is Kalk Bay Theatre’s first adult show. Combining sensuality, skillful acrobatics, sharp wit, playful innuendo and breath-taking dance. Noir will tease with stylish eroticism and leave audiences open-mouthed. Strictly no under 18s. BEEFCAKES A fabulous night out. They combine good food and drinks with drag shows by resident drag queens. Wednesday is Dinner Theatre with Lilly Slaptsilli. Thursday is Bitchy Bingo with Princess Pop. Friday is Kitty De La Renza - This Is Me. Saturday is hosted by Manila
Von Teez. DUET GALA CONCERT 26 JUNE ARTSCAPE THEATRE CENTRE A starry line-up of South African singers will gather in Cape Town in mid-winter, to appear in a one-night-only Gala of opera excerpts by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, Massenet and others.
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On stage are South African singers who have achieved remarkable success abroad: Bongiwe Nakani and Lukhanyo Moyake return from extended stints at the Wiener Staatsoper and Thesele Kemane from Opera Frankfurt. The Cape Town Opera Chorus will sing under the direction of Marvin Kernelle and Kamal Khan will conduct the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets are R300-R400 and available at Computicket. PHOTOGRAPH 23 - 26 JUNE TILL 30 MAY ‘PHOTOGRAPH’ is inspired by some of the most powerful images that have captured our hearts, imaginations or unforgettable moments in time. Depicted through dance, this new socially distanced theatre experience will remind us that life is made up of those memorable moments that resonate with us long after the event.
Set in the heart of Camps Bay, Ocean Blue is the locals’ and travellers’ favourite since 1998! Our recent renovations have made your visit more comfortable and with an even better view of the ocean. Superb quality meals, value for money and our friendly team is what keeps people coming back for more. Our selection of fresh seafood, steaks and pizzas, as well as our compliment of excellent South African wines will keep the whole family smiling. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 9:30 - 11pm. Please call toenquire about specials or find us on Facebook. See you soon, the Ocean Blue family. 10% discount off meals to customers with a ‘City Sightseeing Cape Town’ Bus ticket
Tickets cost R150 and are available at Computicket. WINTER CYBER SYMPHONY SEASON CAPE TOWN CITY HALL 10 & 30 JUNE The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra is inviting concertgoers to attend three concerts live, those being filmed at the City Hall. The dress rehearsals at 13:00 and the performance at 18:00 are both on sale. Tickets are R100 for balcony only tickets for the dress rehearsal and R120/R160 in the stall for the filming at 18:00.
For more info & reservations call 021 438 9839, fax 021 438 4204 or email blufish@mweb.co.za
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Traveling with young children resonate in the need to combine your cravings with the necessity to provide some form of interest and freedom to the short people. A picnic in a wine estate is an ideal solution and a local favorite which is met with a lot of patience and appreciation by both the venue and fellow visitors. A few week back, we had the pleasure to picnic at the oldest wine estate in South Africa, Groot Constantia Wine Estate, just 20 minutes out of Cape Town and on the City Sightseeing Mini Peninsula route. A shaded picnic lawn, surrounded by a visitor center, a museum, a duck pond and the vineyards. Children are welcome to explore and interact, run around and ask questions while you indulge in a generous serving in the picnic basket. If you are interested and the children are a little bit older, you can download a free voice map that will tell you more about each building, the history of the estate and the winelands and the different products that the winery creates, beginning with the Grand Constance wine that was Napoleon Bonaparte favorite and is manufactured to this day. The picnic basket needs to be pre-booked from Jonkershuis Restaurant with at least a 24 hour notice. The content is made of locally sourced Charcuterie and cheese, small portions chosen off the restaurant’s menu and dessert, more than one kind! The only thing you need to put your mind to, is picking out the wine that will accompany all the goodness. Groot Constantia is a perfect spot, showcasing Cape legacy, perseverance over centuries and warm hospitality, all on the highest level. The estate is open for visitors 7 days a week.
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The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is OPEN to local and International visitors The award-winning Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is open and ready to safely welcome visitors back to Table Mountain, a New7Wonders of Nature. Enjoy stunning Cape Town views as the floors of our circular cabin rotates. Book tickets online. View our Covid-19 health and safety measures here: https://www.tablemountain.net/content/page/health-andsafety-faqs
a pool for your party A new SANParks Stokvels & Travel Clubs is taking the admin out of collecting and coordinating your next group travel in one of their amazing destinations. Whether you’re planning your next staycation or road tripping a bit further afield with family or friends, explore South Africa like never before with the latest travel initiative recently introduced by South African National Parks (SANParks). Stokvel: A traditionally South African savings pool where a group of individuals contribute an agreed-upon monthly sum. The group can make monthly pay-outs, or they could keep investing their savings and get a lump sum at the end of the year. The funds in the stokvel offer each member in the group an equal and fair benefit. Keeping with the stokvel theme, South African National Parks has launched an exciting new product for Stokvels & Travel Clubs. This service offers special payment terms and discounted rates at selected National Parks on particular dates throughout the year and across the country. Managing Executive: Tourism Development and Marketing, Hapiloe Sello, said, “Stokvel & Travel Club membership boasts many different types of personalities and profiles, ranging from the ordinary grandmother to the high earning CEO’s of companies and large corporate and public sector institutions. There are over 800 000 registered Stokvels and even more formal and informal travel clubs/ groups in South Africa. Travel clubs that qualify include groups of people who have special interests such as hiking or biking but also just groups of friends and large families that enjoy group travel.” To qualify for the favourable payment terms, Stokvels and travel clubs have to register through the travel trade team in the Reservations department. Once registered with SANParks, the group will receive a client code that can be used whenever a booking is made. The client code will automatically qualify the group for favourable payment terms and special discounts. Sello says, “unlike the traditional group travel that allows a group of individuals travelling together, our new Stokvel & Travel Club product allows a group of ten or more people to contribute money towards a combined visit to our parks on a future date of their choice.”
SANParks is offering a 20% discount at the following destinations: Matyholweni Rest Camp in Addo Elephant National Park
Agulhas Main Camp in Agulhas National Park
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Augrabies Falls National Park
Bontebok National Park
Wilderness Ebb-and-Flow in Garden Route National Park
Glen Reenen and Golden Gate Hotel in Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Mopani Rest Camp in Kruger National Park
Skukuza Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park
Tel: +27 21 791 8220 info@chapmanspeakdrive.co.za www.chapmanspeakdrive.co.za
Bontle Tented Camp in Marakele National Park
Leokwe Rest Camp in Mapungubwe National Park
Mosu Lodge in Mokala National Park
For bookings in the following periods: 03/05/2021 to 14/06/2021 / 22/08/2021 to 20/09/2021 / 12/10/2021 to 30/11/2021 19/01/2022 to 16/03/2022 / 03/05/2022 to 14/06/2022 / 21/08/2022 to 20/09/2022 11/10/2022 to 30/11/2022 In conclusion, Sello said, ‘so join in the fun, invite your friends and family to form a travel club with you; tell your Stokvel buddies to plan for a shot left - this is an offer not to be missed.” For more information or to register and make bookings please contact 012 426 5025 or email traveltrade@sanparks.org. For additional general information and terms and conditions for this programme, visit www.sanparks.org/ tourism/stokvels-and-travel-clubs.php.
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national arts festival A hybrid festival of the arts, anchored in Makhanda, home of the National Arts Festival (NAF), accessible online and coming to you in cities across South Africa. The National Arts Festival has announced that it will present a multi-layered arts experience for its 2021 edition. The National Arts Festival Experience will revive its live eleven day National Arts Festival in its home city of Makhanda in the Eastern Cape from 8-18 July (Makhanda Live) and stage a National Arts Festival Online which will be entirely online in July. And, for the first time ever, the National Arts Festival will present a series of shows, in partnership with Standard Bank, in cities across the country. The collection, called Standard Bank Presents, will give audiences across the country a taste of what the Festival has to offer from 17 June to 4 July 2021. Says National Arts Festival CEO, Monica Newton, “The National Arts Festival has adapted its Festival experience to bring the arts to audiences where they are and at a time when we still need to be very careful about where we go and what we do to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. ” The gathering of artists is an important catalyst to reignite the industry and the Festival remains committed to presenting the best and safest possible space for artists and audiences to come together, experience and appreciate the arts. “We are curating a tighter, more intimate Festival in Makhanda and we do have to work very carefully around the Covid protocols, but we think it will be an opportunity to feel the pulse of a Covid-impacted arts world and to hear artists speak from live stages. We invite audiences to come and share this important moment with us.” The NAF successfully transitioned into an online festival in 2020, drawing a global audience of over 83 000 visitors and breaking new ground for the South African arts sector. “Online experiences are here to stay and we are excited about further integrating this element into our offering,” says Newton. The National Arts Festival’s decision to present work in other cities was founded on the realization that some audiences may not be willing or able to travel far and that many artists would struggle to afford the costs of travel to Makhanda as a result of the impact of the pandemic. “Our new showcase, Standard Bank Presents will give people a taste of the National Arts Festival and a window into what our artists are thinking and doing. As we adapt to our ever-shifting Covid reality, we need to try new things and imagine new ways for the arts to speak to audiences,” says Newton. Newton said the Festival was realistic about the capacity of audiences and artists to travel to the Festival in Makhanda but pointed out that the Festival’s Eastern Cape visitors accounted for 55 % of their pre-Covid attendance figures in 2019*. This points to the likelihood of the live event in Makhanda largely attracting day-trippers and weekenders, and of course the Super Fans; the ardent group of festival-goers who have already signalled their intention to support the live performances, no matter where they are. The 2021 National Arts Festival Experience’s Makhanda Live will showcase the works of the 2020 Standard Bank Young Artists and will also be the stage on which the 2021 Standard Bank Young Artists will be announced. The Standard Bank Jazz Festival will take place live and online, reaching a jazz-loving audience locally, on the Continent and across the world. Newton acknowledged that long-standing partnerships were key to the Festival’s adaptability, “We are very lucky to have the support of the Eastern Cape Government and Standard Bank, Sarah Baartman Municipality, Distell and Business and Arts South Africa who are willing to evolve with us to ensure that the Festival continues to be a showcase of the arts, no matter the circumstances.” Important Dates • The programme for the Festival will be announced on 7 June 2021. • The Standard Bank Presents showcase takes place in various cities from 17 June-4 July. • The National Arts Fesival’s Makhanda Live will take place in Makhanda from 8-18 July 2021. • The Online National Arts Festival takes place during the month of August on the Festival website https://nationalartsfestival.co.za
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Visiting a game reserve in the winter might seem extreme but there are a few good reasons to do so just because. The cold Karoo night puts a grand show of bright and clear sky that is perfect to be enjoyed around the Boma, a traditional South African camp fire, with a warming drink between your palms.
The nice and cosy days encourage the Big 5 animals to roam around, giving you a better look, more chances to engage and better photo opportunities. Tranquila, The Aquila spa consists of 10 treatment rooms and an indoor, lavish, heated pool which is open for free to visitors that stay for more than two nights. A happy place to spend the hours between the safari trips.
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If you prefer it dry, an escalated bar and lounge, above the dining room, with a panoramic view over the game reserve is ideal for a relaxed reading and a drink.
Families with children enjoy Aquila’s Junior Ranger Program, indoor and outdoor kids play areas. While enjoying the Junior Ranger Programme, children will learn and discover new experiences and have unforgettable moments in the Karoo. The programme will stimulate their young minds and introduce them to some simple conservation practices.
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The Aquila Junior Ranger Programme includes: Spoor identification, Animal dung identification, plants, trees, rocks and wildlife.
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Over the lockdown period, wildlife at Aquila thrived. You can now see baby rhinos, a baby hippo and many other young in the herds and packs.
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Perdeberg Winery
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Hudson’s at Vredenheim Wine Estate in
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Stellenbosch.
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Come and see their showcase of local
Cost: R300 per person (this includes
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wedding and special occasion industry.
a tapas board and your choice of
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DE GRENDEL WINES AND RESTAURANT 4 & 25 JUNE
either a glass of wine (Cap Classique/ Sauvignon Blanc/Rose or Merlot) or a
Live entertainment will set the mood,
tasting of these 4 wines.
along with Sparkling Wine and Cap Classique available for purchase, and
Bookings are essential and limited spots are available. Bookings can be made
a full wine list available to those that wish to enjoy some of Perdeberg’s most
exhibitors, all specialising in the bridal,
WINE TASTING AND MUSIC AFFAIR GROOTE POST VINEYARDS 19 JUNE Groote Post will be hosting a
loved wines.
memorable wine tasting & music
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GRANDE ROCHE HOTEL 4 JUNE A curated experience with Chef Kevin Grobler and Under Oaks winemaker, Kevin Fourie, exploring the senses used when eating and drinking. Booking essential. Email inemari@
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reservation with Eat @ Perdeberg call 021 020 1626. . WINELANDS BRIDAL FAIR VREDENHEIM WINE ESTATE
experience. Winemaker, Lukas Wentzel, tasting in the barrel cellar, while Red Sheep Music, the ever-popular duo from Stellenbosch, will be curating a selection of songs to pair with the wines. This event is not to be missed. Limited seats available.
5 - 6 JUNE
Date: 19 June 2021
Now in their 11th year, the Cape’s most
Cost: R150 per person
renowned, exclusive and upmarket bridal show, Winelands Bridal Fair, will be held in 2021 at the stunning venue at
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
Tickets: http://bit.ly/GPWineMusic or call 022 492 2825
Nestled at the foot of the Tygerberg Hills in Cape Town, De Grendel is located only 20 minutes from Cape Town CBD and Cape Town International Airport. The slopes of the Tygerberg, which face the setting sun, offer cooling breezes off the cold Antarctic Benguela current from the Atlantic Ocean only 7 kilometres away. Winemaking at De Grendel is a careful balance between science and art. The meticulous care of the vineyards allows the grapes to express the environment in which they are grown and their distinctive varietal character. Careful harvesting and gentle handling in the cellar, combined with the wine maker’s passionate practice of their craft, carry the wines throughout the journey from fruit to wine.
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The views of Table Mountain and Cape Town from the long glass encased 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 relax in the comfortable lounge atmosphere.
As a family farm De Grendel Restaurant’s philosophy extends to sourcing all ingredients locally, from only the best suppliers. Along with the abundance of artisanal suppliers, the Cape has a unique culinary heritage, reflected on the menu. Guests can experience local flavours, and innovative dishes never before seen on South African menus.
De Grendel Wine and Restaurant
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Cederberg Mountains
In recent years the Cape West Coast became known for its collection of activities and interesting destinations like the endless flowers carpets in the spring, game reserves, foodie spots that drew their inspiration for their menu from the ocean and the surrounding vegetation and charming, small towns with friendly residents that operate small hotels and B&B’s right of the shore. Knowing Capetonians are adding a visit to a few wine estates and wineries in the area to try and enjoy the somewhat different tastes and aromas of the wines produced in this region, to their West Coast trip. Different to other wine regions of the Western Cape, the West Coast is a little warmer in climate, the vineyard slopes are gentler, and soils are different. That has led to a pallet of new undertones to your known wine verities. Whether it’s a self-drive road trip with friends or family, or an organised West Coast wine tour, a northbound trip on the R27, with Cape Town at your back, will bring you to the gateway of the West Coast Wine Route, at the small town of Darling, from where you can head east to Malmesbury on the N7. Further east is Riebeek Kasteel, where stunning wine and olive tastings are available. Head back to the N7 through the Berg River biodiversity into the Swartland for an organic wine tasting. Continue over the Piekenierskloof Pass and into the Cederberg to experience South Africa’s highest altitude vineyards with superb wine tastings. Namaqua West Coast Namaqualand is a biodiverse region, showcasing a vast array of endemic species. From June to October, Namaqualand is resplendent with a carpet of beautifully coloured wildflowers, guaranteed to wow visitors from near and far. With its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and cool afternoon breezes, the region produces some excellent and award-winning wines. The Olifants River region is home to three of the biggest wine cellars in the country. The terroir of the Olifants River can be described as diverse in a climatic sense. The biggest climate driver in the area is the Atlantic Ocean and proximity to the sea determines the climatic conditions. The red and yellow/brown sandy loam soils are well suited for a range of cultivars for quality wine production. Sip and savour the region’s offerings at Namaqua Wines, Klawer Cellar and Lutzville Vineyard. Visit www.westcoastwineroutes. co.za for detailed information on the estates mentioned above. Cederberg Mountains Tucked away in the Cedarberg Mountains, you’ll find the Cederberg Private Cellar. This historical wine estate, found at the foot of the Sneeuberg Mountain, not only holds more than five generations worth of winemaking history, but also boasts the title of having its vineyards at the highest altitude in South Africa.
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Cederberg offers wine tasting at the private cellar and Cederberg Brewery’s craft beers are on sale at the farm shop. For estate, brewery and accommodation information, visit www.cederbergwine.com .
Riebeek Kasteel Home to annual Riebeek Valley Olive Festival, the valley offers an abundance of wine and olive producing estates. Meerhof Wines – Boasting a stunning panoramic view over the valley, Meerhof Private Cellar produces world class wines and offers daily wine tastings. The estate also has an onsite restaurant and is the perfect family venue with sprawling lush lawns and wide, open spaces for children to play while the adults unwind. Booking details can be found at www.meerhofwines.co.za. Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate - Book a visit to the farm and experience first-hand the magical atmosphere of the estate. Set in the barrel-filled wine cellar, the tasting room is as beautiful as the olives and wines are delicious. Taste your way through award-winning wines, olive oils, cured olives, tapenade, jams and spices. Visit www.kloovenburg.com for booking details. Allesverloren - A family style restaurant at the estate as well as wine tastings and purchases. We advise that you call ahead to book or visit their website to view what’s on offer. For detailed information, visit www.allesverloren.co.za .
Malmesbury Nestled between vast yellow canola fields and sprawling vineyards, with its landmark grain silos, Malmesbury is the grain hub of the Western Cape. Dragonridge Winery is situated deep in the Paardeberg near Malmesbury. The farm produces between 20 and 40 tonnes of organic grapes each year which are used to produce small quantities of handcrafted natural organic wines. For an organic vegan wine tasting, make sure you include this on your list. To find out more visit www.fynbosestate.co.za . Swartland The Swartland, an established wheat growing region, is known as the breadbasket of the Western Cape. Plan ahead to accommodate a visit to the wine farms in the area. For an organic vegan wine tasting experience in the Swartland, pop in at Org de Rac next to the N7 at Piketberg. Org de Rac is open Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00, Saturdays and public holidays 09:30 – 14:00. For more information, visit www.orgderac.co.za . Darling Darling is home to Pieter Dirk-Uys, the man behind “South Africa’s most famous white woman”, Evita Bezuidenhout and the founder of the famous Evita Se Perron. Enjoy a traditional South African sweet treat or a 3-course meal at Tannie Evita’s Kossie Sikelela restaurant. Visit www.evita.co.za to book and for additional information. The Darling wine making region includes five estates - Groote Post, Cloof Wine Estate, Darling Cellars, Ormonde and Contreberg. Each estate’s wine range is representative of the vineyards that are forged by molten rock and granite soil and the unique climatic conditions that are contributed to by the mist from the Atlantic Ocean. For more information on these estates, or to plan your self-drive stopover, visit www.darlingroutes.co.za.
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curing the winter blues with red The winter school holidays are on its way and with it comes the need to plan an array of activities to redirect energy and avert the boredom brought on by wet weather. Thankfully, with Cape Town’s mild winters we still have a significant number of sunny days that give rise to opportunities to explore the outdoors during our rainy season. City Sightseeing welcomes both local and international visitors on board their renowned red, open top ‘Hop-on Hop-Off” buses throughout the year, taking the task out of organising trips and things to do around the city while the kids enjoy their winter break, come rain or shine. With its wide range of tours to choose from, you’ll certainly be able to find one that best suits the needs of your brood. City slickers will find the Walking Tour to be an absolute treat. Explore the rich history of Cape Town on foot, with stops in the iconic and colourful Bo Kaap area, various museums, St George’s Cathedral and the oldest building in South Africa, the Castle of Good Hope. It’s also a great way to get in your 10 000 steps while you’re at it. The Mini Peninsula Tour circles the back of Table Mountain, letting you take in the scenery of the mountain’s southern slopes, which include the beautiful gardens of Kirstenbosch, past the exquisite Constantia winelands and out of town towards charming Hout Bay, before heading back through the Atlantic Seaboard and into the city centre. The tour lasts roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes with a selection of stops en route to keep the little ones entertained. Hop off and pop in at World of Birds, Acrobranch or Kirstenbosch or visit the Two Oceans Aquarium at the beginning or start of your trip. For those looking for a full day tour a bit further afield, the Cape Point & Peninsula Tour is for you. This guided day tour to Cape Point in a luxury air-conditioned double deck coach explores the spectacular Cape Point nature reserve, with a stop at the famous Boulders Beach, home to a colony of African penguins. After visiting the penguins, your next stop is Cape Point, where you can enjoy a bite to eat before exploring further. Cape Point Nature Reserve offers some of the most breathtaking mountain and ocean scenery in the world, so have your camera handy. There is an optional 40 minute hike from Cape Point to the Cape of Good Hope. At Cape Point, you can also follow the footsteps of early Portuguese explorers Vasco Da Gama and Bartolomeu Dias and enjoy several short walking trails leading to the gorgeous beaches and viewpoints. After a day of exploring, soak up the scenery along the coastal drive back to Cape Town via Scarborough and Kommetjie, with spectacular views from the Ou Kaapse Weg mountain pass. For something more leisurely, you may want to consider a wine route tour. Sit back, relax and enjoy the chauffeured drive to the Constantia Valley’s picturesque vineyards, breath taking scenery, world class cuisine, fine wines and more than 300 years of history. Experience the magic and beauty of the valley, where kids can enjoy nature while running and roaming to their heart’s content, or if you prefer, take a stroll through the beautiful greenbelts and enjoy a sensational taste experience at one of the many restaurants in the area. This tour will allow you to make stops at the following 3 Wine Estates: Groot Constantia: This historic estate dates back over 300 years. • Guided or self-guided cellar tour (10H00 - 16H00) - Hourly * TASTING (3 wines of your choice) Eagles Nest: Taste the full range of Eagles’ Nest Wines at the Tasting Room. Wine Tastings & Sales available Monday – Sunday from 10h00 – 16h30. Wine Tastings & Sales available Monday – Sunday from 10h00 – 16h30. Last tastings offered at 16h00. Wine Tasting costs R75 per person. This estate is not suitable for big groups. Beau Constantia: Open for Wine Tasting: Tuesday to Sunday from 11h00 – 17h00; last Wine Tastings commence at 16:00. Walk-in guests will be accepted for wine & drinks on a first come, first served basis this estate is not suitable for big groups. All City Sightseeing tours offer on board commentary in 15 languages (English, Afrikaans, Arabic, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish and Zulu). If all else fails and you really can’t convince your tweens and teens to leave their devices behind, they’ll be relieved to know that all City Sightseeing buses are equipped with free WIFi. Be sure to check for City Sightseeing’s weekly specials via their website: https://www.citysightseeing.co.za/en
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Those who were lucky to visit South Africa in the last few years, would have come across the work of Dezireë Smith in the best souvenir shops under the Whimsical Collection brand. Her vivid and humorous paintings of African wildlife animals on different home and personal accessories are an eye couture. Her new brand, Dezireë Fine Arts, are a large series of women portraits in bright colours that will bring happiness and the African sun into any room. Pursuing her art career from an early age, Dezireë Smith attended extra art classes in the evenings after school. Persistency paid off when she, along with six other youngsters, won a national art competition. The winners were awarded an extensive tour through the Eastern Cape, where they attended various art workshops. It was in this beautiful part of South Africa where the inspiration to capture the African soul on canvas was born. Inspired by the mystery and luminous beauty of the African woman, her first genre was created. With semi-realism and vivid colours, her style is distinctive. Dark skin, tribal costumes and ominous eyes all beat down on canvas capturing the rhythm of Africa. Deziree’s “African Women” seduce the walls of famous luxury hotels in Hermanus, Franschhoek, The Silo Hotel and the Kruger National Park in South Africa and Various International Destinations. To order one of her originals visit https:// www.dezireefinearts.co.za/index.html
Is there anything more relaxing than soaking in a hot tub, having a massage, or just relaxing during a skin treatment? Health spas are incredibly relaxing places to visit, making them a great destination for de-stressing and feeling relaxed. Yemaya URBAN Spa and Hair at 15 on Orange is the newest and largest Spa to come out of the Yemaya stable. Our Beautiful, full-service Spa boasts all of the treatments and services that you would expect from your favourite Spa with amazing add on facilities, including an indoor heated pool, Rasul, steam room and Sauna, all brand new, state of the art facilities. At Yemaya we believe that value for money and added value are the catchphrases of our modern world and we have embraced this idea. Our prices will surprise you and our facilities will astound you. Call us today to book your pamper session. HAIR SALON The hair salon at Yemaya Spa and Hair offers a full range of all your hair care and styling needs. Our professional hairstylists are trained and equipped with vast experience and quality hair products. Whether you are looking for a make-over, haircut, hair colour or regular hairstyle maintenance you can be assured of expert service and advice. COUPLES PACKAGES AT YEMAYA SPA & HAIR CAPE TOWN Share a decadent experience with your partner or surprise a loved one with this ultimate gift of romance. Enjoy treatments which draws out impurities from your body, relaxes muscles, improves circulation, moisturises skin and relieves tension. We have a wonderful selection of couples packages available to put the romantic spark back into any relationship. BODY TREATMENTS Share a decadent experience with your partner or surprise a loved one with this ultimate gift of romance. Enjoy treatments which draws out impurities from your body, relaxes muscles, improves circulation, moisturises skin and relieves tension. We have a wonderful selection of couples packages available to put the romantic spark back into any relationship. Unit 603, 15 on Orange Hotel, Corner Greys Pass & Orange Street, Cape Town Monday - Friday: 08:00 – 20:00 / Sunday and public holidays: 10:00 – 18:00 +27 21 286 9050 / Email: urbanspa@yemaya.co.za / www.urbanspa.co.za
the wine studio
A new launch for ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN With almost 700 references, One&Only Cape Town features one of the most balanced and diverse wine collections on the continent. It seems only fitting therefore that the resort has launched the Wine Studio, a sleek and sophisticated space showcasing a sampling of the resort’s impressive offering and is where guests of the resort can discover sensational wine journeys such as the Sip & Savour and Wine Blending experiences. The space is also open daily to all between 16:00-19:00 for walk-ins and the chance to interact with Luvo Ntezo, Resort Head Sommelier, over a glass of wine, as well as to visitors who have booked a special Cap Classique Afternoon Tea experience. Governor Jan van Riebeek’s diary entry on 2 February 1659 reads: “Today, praise be to God, wine was pressed for the first time from Cape grapes, and the new must was tested fresh from the vat.” These famous words, now gilded on the doors to the One&Only Cape Town Wine Studio, point to a pivotal moment in the country’s history, the day the story of wine in the Cape region began. Now, centuries on, the Western Cape is considered one of best areas in the world for wine production, with countless accolades having been awarded to its resident farms. Guests visiting the resort on 2nd February, on this momentous anniversary, are sure to encounter a celebration in The Wine Studio worthy of its significance. The Wine Studio is also available as a private dining room, providing the perfect canvas for hosting a variety of celebrations from cocktail parties to formal dinners. The One&Only Cape Town team of highly trained and experienced chefs will curate the perfect menu to suit the occasion, according to guests’ preferences, and with the option of expert wine pairing by Luvo. Equally suited to more intimate gatherings, The Wine Studio is the perfect venue to treat friends or business partners to a privately hosted wine, gin or whisky tasting, followed by dinner in one of the resort’s contemporary dining restaurants. To celebrate the launch of The Wine Studio, One&Only Cape Town has also introduced several exciting new events and experiences dedicated to the discovery, enjoyment, and celebration of fine South African wines. The Wine Studio Dinner Collection - Wine Wit and Studio Smarts Join Head Sommelier Luvo in The Wine Studio for an evening of “Wine Wit and Studio Smarts”. Discover a reverse wine pairing, whereby guests are presented with a selection of wines for each course and are encouraged to decide on their ideal match. All Studio dinners include a delicious four-course set-menu prepared by the Resort chefs. Diners can expect an evening of exceptional food, wine, fun and discovery; an opportunity to engage in an immersive wine conversation with charismatic Luvo, and occasionally some special guests from surrounding farms. Confirmed dates in 2021 include 29th July and 30th September.
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Chef & the Vine A series of sophisticated yet relaxed evenings featuring some of the top local wine farms in the region and showcasing nostalgic local flavours from One&Only Cape Town’s signature restaurant, Ochre. Ochre serves contemporary South African cuisine, and is headed by Resort Executive Chef, Chris Mare. The Chef & the Vine calendar is made up of an esteemed line-up of premium wine estates, all with decades, sometimes centuries, of experience in winemaking, vast knowledge of the South African wine landscape and a plethora of interesting wine tales worth sharing, who will visit the hotel for an evening to share their tales and knowledge with guests over the course of a convivial evening. There are three confirmed Chef & the Vine events in 2021, each of which will highlight a renowned local farm. The first being Paul Cluver on the 25th of June, a fourth-generation family business who have been farming in the Elgin Valley for more than 120 years. Next, on the 27th of August, the Resort will welcome Thelema. Thelema will be visiting from the famous Stellenbosch wine region and are one of the most sought-after wine estates in the country. The third and final event will feature wines from the acclaimed Hamilton Russel wine farm on 29th October. Hamilton Russel hail from a third popular wine producing region, the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and are widely considered the nation’s specialists of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. A South African Wine Blending Experience For any wine lover, the opportunity to blend their own wine is one not to be missed. This exceptional experience takes place inside One&Only Cape Town’s elegant Wine Studio. After an insightful discussion with Luvo about the wine landscape in South Africa and some of the popular varietals, guests can begin to create their very own signature blend, tweaking and perfecting the recipe according to their palate. The resulting creation can be savoured over a delicious meal at one of the resort’s exceptional restaurants or packaged and taken home for the perfect gift or memento of their stay. Guests also have the option of visiting a wine farm, where, together with the resort’s sommelier and local winemaker, they will be expertly guided to producing their ideal blend. Cap Classique Tea Guest can settle in at Vista Bar & Lounge and soak in the floor to ceiling views of Table Mountain as they indulge in a bubbling celebration fit for all occasions. The Cap Classique Tea features a stunning display of delectable, sweet pastries and delicious savoury bites, and is presented on unique One&Only tea stands alongside a free flow of One&Only Cape Town’s very own Cap Classique brut. For groups larger than six persons, there is the option of enjoying the Cap Classique Tea in the comfort and sophistication of the Wine Studio. Through these wine journeys, One&Only Cape Town hopes to deliver to its guest’s unique and unparalleled wine experiences to be remembered for a lifetime.For more information, contact reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com
CAPE TOWN FREE WALKING TOURS www.citysightseeing.co.za
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.
GRANDE PROVENCE HERITAGE WINE ESTATE
Grande Provence wears her 300-year history with dignity. A haven of tranquillity with gentle vistas of the Franschhoek Valley, this is winelands hospitality at its finest. Exceptional wines, perfection on a plate at The Restaurant, French inspired picnics, luxury country accommodation, and an eclectic collection of contemporary South African art complete the experience. Welcoming, attentive staff make the secluded Owner’s Cottage and La Provençale Villa in the Vineyards a rejuvenating private retreat. Special Heartland rates apply during winter months.
Tel: +27 (0)21 876 8600 • Email: reservations@grandeprovence.co.za • www.grandeprovence.co.za Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate
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Address: Main Rd, Franschhoek, 7690
DIEU DONNÉ 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.
Tel: +27 21 876 2493 • Email: info@dieudonnevineyards.com • www.dieudonnevineyards.com Dieu Donné Vineyards
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Address: Dieu Donné Vineyards Uitkyk Street, Franschhoek, 7690
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MONT ROCHELLE
Situated in the heart of Franschhoek, Mont Rochelle is a stunning 26-bedroom hotel and vineyard just under an hour’s drive from Cape Town. Mont Rochelle covers 39 hectares and you’re welcome to go exploring. A favourite activity for many guests is picnicking on the estate. The kitchen can arrange a well-stocked picnic basket with a chilled bottle of wine (or two!). In addition to this, there are two restaurants, a cosy bar, a spa, a gym and a heated outdoor pool.
Hotel: +27 11 325 4405, Restaurant/Spa: +27 21 876 2770 • Email – Hotel: enquiries@virginlimitededition.co.za, Restaurant/Spa: info@montrochelle.virgin.com Mont Rochelle
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Address: 1499 Dassenberg Rd, Franschhoek, 7690
4-STAR ACCOMMODATION | SPA | GAME DRIVE | HORSEBACK & QUAD BIKE SAFARI At the award-winning Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa, guests will get the opportunity to experience a Big 5 safari, together with outstanding service; it just does not get any better than this. With game drives, quad bike and horseback safaris situated just 2 hours’ drive from Cape Town, it’s the closest you will get to real Africa, in the lap of luxury. The world-class spa at Aquila adds to the already exceptional facilities and services on offer. It is a masterpiece of luxury, defined by its serenity and creative use of natural elements.
FACILITIES & ACTIVITIES 4-STAR ESTABLISHMENT | PREMIER, FAMILY & KAROO COTTAGES | LODGE ROOMS | DAY TRIP SAFARI | HORSEBACK SAFARI | QUAD BIKE SAFARI STAR SAFARI | OVERNIGHT SAFARI | FLY-IN SAFARI | INDOOR & OUTDOOR RESTAURANTS | OUTDOOR POOL | WET BAR | CONFERENCE CENTRE SPA | AFRICAN CURIO SHOP | ECO-SYNERGY TOURS | BAR & LOUNGE | CHILDREN’S FACILITIES & JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAMME
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RESERVATIONS: +27 (0)21 430 7260 or RES@AQUILASAFARI.COM
