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Explore Calendar Museums Music to my ears Tourism News Dining Restaurant of the month Wildlife all year round On Stage Night Life What to see Shopping Places of Interest
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South Africa
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Western Cape
ROUTES TABLE VIEW – CIVIC CENTRE A dedicated lane connects Table View station in Blaauwberg Road and Civic Centre, on Hertzog Boulevard in the CBD, via PaardenEiland and Woodstock. There is also a new pedestrian access route from the suburb of Brooklyn across the canal to stations at Zoarvlei and Vrystaat, and a connection to the rail system at Woodstock. At Civic Centre station, commuters can change to a feeder service, which runs to the Gardens via Long Street and to the Waterfront via Green Point, or to the convenient and affordable Airport service. There are a total of 120 temporary stops on three bus routes, moving people between Parklands, Blouberg Sands and Big Bay (past the Blouberg Strand beach front) and the main station at Table View. These temporary stops and routes are designed to test demand and travelling patterns ahead of a more extensive and permanent network of feeder routes. F14 Big Bay – Table View – Parklands East (route to Blouberg Strand beach front) F15 Parklands East – Table View – Blouberg Sands F16 Marine Circle – Table View – Blouberg Sands The main line is scheduled every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 20 minutes during rest of the day and weekends. The feeder routes are scheduled every 15 minutes during peak times and every 20 minutes during other operating houres. Adult R10 Children under 4 years Free GARDENS-CIVIC-WATERFRONT (See My Citi Map on page 42) From at least 06:00 until 20:00 MyCiTi buses give easy access to the central business district, entertainment zones, hotels, restaurants and public spaces, cultural and historic landmarks, from the Gardens via Long and Loop Street to the Waterfront, via the Convention Centre and Green Point. Every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 20 minutes during rest of the day and weekends. Adult R5 Children under 4 years Free
Publisher Ari Spinner 082 696 0756 ari@hellocapetown.org
Featuring Editor Tovi Don (021) 426 5112 tovi@eat8.co.za
Administrator Shirlene Visagie (021) 426 5112 shirlene@eat8.co.za
Graphic Designer Taryn Meyer (021) 426 5111 editor@eat8.co.za
CIVIC CENTRE-AIRPORT Catch the convenient Airport bus between Civic Centre station in Hertzog Boulevard and Cape Town International Airport, right outside the terminal building. The Airport service runs every 20 minutes from 04:20 to 21:50. The trip takes about the same time, or slightly less, than in a private car, as follows: • Morning peak (direction City): about 20-30 minutes • Afternoon peak (direction Airport): about 45-55 minutes • Other times of the day or in opposite direction to peak hour congestion: about 15-20 minutes (subject to delays). Adult R50 Children 4 to 11 years R25 Children under 4 years Free For more information log on to www.capetown.gov.za or call the City of Cape Town Transport Centre 24/7 toll free information on 0800 65 64 63
tel/fax: (021) 426 5117 P.O. Box 888, Rhine Rd, 8050. Published and copywritten by Hello Cape Town All rights reserved. While every care has been taken in compiling the information in this publication, Hello Cape Town can not be held responsible for any omissions or errors. CK2002/007961/23
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ESTATES TO EXPLORE
WINERIES • MAPS • FESTIVALS & EVENTS • DINING
Hello Magazine, in their 4 editions are available, fresh and updated every month complimentary for guests, toursists and travellers in hotels, selected B&B’s, airports and in Premier Lounges at major airports, Hello Magazine can also be obtained at Joburg’s, Cape Town’s and Durban’s central tourist bureaus. Hello Cape Town is also accessible on the web through www.issuu.com and for android mobile phones through m.issuu.com
EXPLORE BY SEA
The Waterfront Boat Company caters for a range of pleasure from a jet boat for adrenalin junky’s through harbour and fun cruises, all the way to traditional sailing and whale watching and trips on a luxury catamaran (www.waterfrontboats.co.za, Tel: 021 418 5806). On another location of the fun scale you’ll find The Jolly Roger, the only authentic Pirate ship in South Africa which sales daily from Quay 5 in the V&A Waterfront to watch the sun set over the sea, leaving Cape Town to shelter under the Table Mountain (www.pirateboat.co.za, Tel: 021 421 0909).
BY BUS
Well known to experienced travellers, CitySightseeing is Cape Town Hop on - Hop off bus with two routes and commentary in 16 languages (www. citysighseeing.co.za, Tel: 021 511 6000). Traditional guided bus ours with a wide range of full or half day options are made by Springbok Atlas. Their tours menu have a long established reputation for quality information and destinations (www.springbokatlas.co.za, Tel: 021 460 4700). The most recent addition to the transportation system In Cape Town are My Citi buses; New and facilitated with all travellers needs including space for bicycles and luggage. Three routes are operating currently: from the airport to the cityand backward,
the inner city Loop- Gardens – city centre –waterfront and the route to Table View (Blaauwberg Strand) and back. All routes connect at the civic centre on Hertzog Blvd.
BY TRAIN
The Atlantic Rail takes you to Simon’s Town and back on board wooden bodied vintage coaches dating from 1922 to 1938 attached to a steam locomotive. Tours departs from Cape Town at 10:30 am and later departing Simon’s Town at 3pm. The interval time at Simon’s Town is approximately 3 hours. Booking is essential (www.atlanticrail.co.za, Tel: 021 556 1012).
BY FOOT
A handful of options waits for those who are looking to explore Cape Town in a new way or focus around a specific theme. No matter how unique your curiosity is, you’ll most likely be surprised to find the right guide, from hardcore history lovers to the fashion route tour for ultimate fashionistas. Cape Town Tourism Information centres in City Centre, in the Waterfront, in the Airport, in the CTICC, on Table Mountain and in eleven more locations that will provide you with maps for self guide tours or if you prefer with the most recent contacts for a tour that concentrates around your preferred subject (www.capetown.travel.co.za, Tel: 021 487 6859, 8:00 – 21:00 everyday)
ON 2 WHEELS
Either you choose to experience the city and it’s out skirts in the green way or on the Voom way, few options lays ahead: bicycle tours and rentals are offered by City Cycle Tours (www.citycycletours. co.za, Tel: 021 511 4766) and by AWOL tours (www.awoltours.co.za, Tel: 083 2346 428). A motorcycle rental is a world of possibilities. Big Boy offers scooters that are fun and cheap to run (www.bigboyscooters.co.za Tel: 021 433 1735)and you can also get faster on any brand, from Harley – Davidson (www.viperlounge.co.za Tel: 087 8083750) to BMW (www.motoberlin.co.za, Tel 083 377 1133) and Yamaha (www.motorbikehire.co.za Tel: 074 190 9977 &www.thebikebusiness.co.za, Tel: 021 465 6883)
ON 3 WHEELS
The traditional way will be to hire a motorcycle with a side car attached and to go either on one of the recommended routes or self-itinerary using vintage World War II sidecar (www.sidecar.co.za Tel: 021 434 9855). If you speak the language of cool and luxury then you should BOOM: it is the name if a three wheel bike especially delivered from Europe. All new, shiny and seats comfortably two adults on leather chairs elevated behind the driver that will guide and take you to a once in a life time sightseeing experience (www.capetricketours.co.za Tel: 071 219 1036)
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CALE CAPE MINSTREL CARNIVAL
makes it the oldest race in the South African racing calendar. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II is represented by the British High Commissioner and the celebrated sponsor, L’Ormarins. www.lqp.co.za KIRSTENBOSCH OLD MUTUAL SUMMER SUNSET CONCERTS 2011-2012
2 January While new year always arrives with a big bang in the Mother City, it’s the Cape Minstrel Carnival, known as TweedeNuweJaar (second new year), that gives the celebration its local colour. The Cape Minstrel Carnival is Cape Town’s longest-running street party, tracing back to old slave traditions during the days of the Cape Colony. Historically celebrated on January 2, the one day Cape slaves were given off every year, the carnival is still marked today, typically on January 1, by merrymaking, music and a parade: Performers from local communities, dressed as minstrels and waving parasols, dance and sing their way from Zonnebloem, formerly District Six, through the city centre. L’ORMARINS QUEEN’S PLATE
This historic horse race was first held in 1861 in honour of Queen Victoria. When she died the race became the King’s Plate during the reigns of Edward VII and George VI but reverted to its original name in 1953 after the accession of Queen Elizabeth II to the throne. L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate on January 8th 2011 will be the 150th running of this race, which
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What can be more Cape than our own Marc Lottering, with his Cape dialect, Cape hairstyle and his Cape character Aunty Merle? Or the Gugulethu Tenors and Three Tons of Fun? Or a “ghaatjie” on a taxi in Kap’An (also a typical Cape word)? Or in titles like Journey to Cape Town, Allie Pad Funny Worcester (to Cape Town, naturally) and Weskus Dramafees? Or in the widely popular Let’s Mix It, which has been in Cape Town theatres for quite some time, but now for the first time at the Suidoosterfees. Displacement and eviction are nothing new for the people of Cape Town. This is spectacularly portrayed in Dis!Place and in Elsa Joubert’s Sendeling, which debuts at the SOF.
The Old Mutual Summer Sunset Concerts at Kirstenbosch are back! Hosted from November 20 2011 to April 8 2012 at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, these shows are a part of a series of outdoor live music concerts, featuring some of the hottest South African acts in the industry. From jazz, R&B, hip hop, folk, rock to big band swing the concerts appeal to all ages and tastes. 1 January: Mango Groove 8 January: The Graeme Watkins Project/ Plush 15 January: Johnny Clegg 22 January: Dan Patlansky/Natasha Meister 29 January: Zahara/Claire Phillips •Price: R 75 - R 100 •Time/s: 17h30 – 19h00 •Contact: +27(0)21 761 2866 •Location: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens •Website: http://www.webtickets.co.za
7 January, Kenilworth Race Track Dress code: Strictly Blue and White L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate race is one of South Africa’s premier horse races over 1600m and a weight-for-age contest in line with the world’s most prestigious Grade 1 events. The event features a further nine races on the day.
Suidoosterfees 2012A warm welcome to the 9th Suidoosterfees, where we are unashamedly Cape.
SUIDOOSTERFEES 2012
When: Saturday, 14 January 2012 to Sunday, 19 February 2012 Where: Foreshore, Cape Town Categories: Concerts & Shows / Entertainment / Music Festivals
Cape people also know the search for identity, as shown in Scars, and of living with HIV/Aids, as in I am Here. But we can also shake our bodies like Alistair Izobell in the Mixed Bredie concert. And the Cape of Storms, which we all know so well, is the dramatic setting for the world renowned Wagnerian opera, Der Fliegende Holländer, a challenging production taken on by the Suidoosterfees, along with Cape Town opera singers and the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra. Also playwright Athol Fugard’s Die Kaptein se Tier, which will be performed for the first time in Cape Town, is set at sea. Suidoosterfees, Cape TownThen, we are proud of our own Cape Town opera diva, Virginia Davids, who can be seen in When the Saints go Marching In, written by the well-known Cape Town writer, Hennie Aucamp. The soap stars Theodore Jantjies en Vinette Ebrahim return in the 2010 sell-out hit Vaselinetjie, and also see the well-loved Shaleen Surtie-Richards in As ek maar geweet het, and the TV presenter Francois Toerien in his own show, BEE Kômpliant. And because we in Cape Town love gospel, two big Gospel Concerts will be staged this year for the first time. Also, our Cape love of jazz, hiphop, choir music, classical music, books, art, whisky and food can be enjoyed. And to demonstrate our Cape Town hospitality, we welcome with huge applause the Zimbabwean actor in Cockroach, the leather puppets from Indonesia, the Indian films and the well-known South African music stars Mango Groove and Thandiswa Mazwai. Who wants to miss this “Kaapsgeit”? Come, celebrate being “Kaaps” with us. Venue: Artscape, DF Malan Street, Cape Town
N DA R SOUTHERN INK XPOSURE
will celebrate the Start of a New Decade when the 11th Annual Classic Car & Bike Show opens its gates to the public. Established as a fundraiser, this event is not only one of the highlights of the IPA calendar, it has become something of an institution here in the Cape amongst nostalgia buffs and fans. Held annually, it features some of the rarest and most beautiful cars and bikes in the Cape and is one of only a handful of exhibits on this scale.
When: Friday, 27 January 2012 to Sunday, 29 January 2012 Where: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Categories: Annual Festivals / Entertainment / Exhibitions & Conferences Southern Ink XposureThe Southern Ink Xposure or SIX (as it is more commonly known as) is held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre promises to be bigger and better with more international artists and vendors. There will be huge parties, artists seminars, art events and so much more to keep you entertained. Some of the artists include Paul Booth and Bob Tyrell from the USA, Cathy Proctor, Shaun Nel and Manuela Grey from South Africa as well as a host of other fabulous artists. Tickets: R120 per adult per day pass, R250 per adult per weekend pass, Kids under 16 enter free Allan Gray - Event Organiser +27 (0) 74 921 5170 - Cell +27 (0) 86 669 1460 - Fax www.capetattooconvention.co.za/ CLASSIC CAR AND BIKE SHOW
When: Sunday, 22 January 2012 to Monday, 23 January 2012 Where: Plumstead Classic Car and Bike ShowOn Saturday 22 January 2011, the International Police Association
Over the past 10 years, we have seen a tremendous growth in numbers of both exhibitors and attendees. There have also been some changes to the format, with the first two day exhibition held in 2007 with great success. As an International Non-Profit organisation, it is important for the IPA to make a difference in our local community and this show has provided an opportunity to not only educate and entertain, but also to effect real changes in people’s lives. Over the years, this event has raised more than R120 000 for various charities, with donations totaling more than R18 000 handed over so far in 2010 alone. Saturday 22 January - Modern Classics On day one of the Show, the exhibition will consist of vehicles which can be defined as ‘Modern Classics”. These include Hot Rods, Street Rods, souped up vehicles, racing cars and bikes, custom vehicles and motorcycles and of course, a few new cars and bikes! This is a day that will appeal to many motoring enthusiasts, but it is important to note that there are usually no really old or “conventional” Classic vehicles on display. Sunday 23 January - Classics On day two of the Show, the exhibition will consist of vehicles dating from as far back as the late 1890’s, to more recent times. These are the classics that invoke an era of elegance, a more relaxed way of life and a time when craftsmanship was an important element of vehicle design and manufacture. This is always a popular display and will appeal to anyone with a love of restored and maintained classic vehicles. Bring the Family! As always, we strive to make this a day that can be enjoyed by the whole family - young and old. There will be plenty of refreshments available, with a number of food stalls to tickle the taste buds, cool drinks to banish thirst and our ever popular, well shaded beer garden. When possible, we try to supply a big screen for any sporting events and there is always a jumping castle to entertain the kids.
New in 2011! There will be no on-site parking, parking has been arranged at Timour Hall Primary at the top of Timour Hall Road. Only disabled parking will be allowed on-site, with spill-over parking in the surrounding area. The event runs each day from 10am until 4pm, tickets will be R20 per person, with children under the age of 12 free. The Charity This is the main IPA Fundraiser for the year, with money raised going not only to our own internal development projects, but as always, to a main charity which will be selected by our committee. This will be confirmed on our website nearer the time. For all enquiries, please contact Jo on 021 797 2582. Back by Popular Demand Following on the success of the inclusion of the Auto Jumble Sale in the Car Show, we have again invited them to join us. This is always a treasure trove of parts, tools, magazines and collectibles. Well worth a visit. AND .... There will be a motorcycle jumble on the motorcycle display field on the Sunday! The Venue Timour Hall, Timour Hall Road, Plumstead, Cape Town Contact For all enquiries, please contact Jo on +27 (0)21 797-2582 Website: http://www.classiccarandbikeshow.co.za/ THE J&B MET
28 January This is one of the top attractions on the Cape Town event calendar (Jan/Feb). If a day of glitz, glamour, festivities and horse races appeals to you, mark the J&B Met down on your list of things to do in Cape Town. With prizes for the best dressed couple, food, entertainment, drink, evening parties and a whole day of horse racing, the J&B Met is always a fantastic occasion; certainly a top Cape Town event. www.jbmet.co.za 021 700 1808
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MUSEUMS HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT
The Houses Of Parliament are an architectural wonder. Gallery tickets are available from Room 12. Overseas visitors must present their passports. The parliament building, which also houses the Library of Parliament, is beautiful, with its central dome and Corinthian porticos and pavilions. You can also sit in the public gallery during a parliamentary session.The original designer, Charles Freeman, miscalculated the foundations and was replaced by Henry Greaves, who oversaw the building until completion in 1885. The new House of Assembly was designed by Sir Herbert Baker. A pedestrian walkway, Government Avenue, runs through the Company Gardens and provides easy access to Parliament and other nearby attractions are Greenmarket Square, the Castle of Good Hope and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Between July and January, guided tours take place from Monday to Friday: 11:00 and 14:00 Visiting Address:90 Plein Street Cape Town Tel: 021 403 2266 Houses of Parliament - Cape Town on the web: http://www.parliament.gov.za/
T: 021 465 1546 http://www.sajewishmuseum.co.za
THE SOUTH AFRICAN RUGBY MUSEUM
Situated a touch kick away from Newlands Rugby Stadium, the SA Rugby Museum offers an exciting and thought-provoking insight into the history of the game in South Africa. With items dating back to 1891 the museum is a must for any sports fan visiting Cape Town. Take a trip down memory lane; listen to some old radio commentaries; follow the path to unity in South African Rugby and the emergence of the South African Rugby Football Union out of the four previous administration bodies. This museum is a fitting tribute to all South African rugby players, administrators and supporters. Tours are scheduled by arrangement from Monday to Friday, between 09h00 and 16h00. Only groups will be accommodated on Saturdays and Public Holidays.No tours will take place on match days. T : 021 686 2150 http://www.newlandstours.co.za
SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH MUSEUM
The museum is interactive and Hi-tech, using different media to present highlights of South Africa history, and transforming the Jewish community’s story into a vital account of individual and organizational roles and contributions. Dynamic display reveal the community’s response to the moral and political challenges that confronted them. On view are rare Judaica artifacts, animated video footage of famous Barney Barnato and Max Rose, and an award winning documentary film ‘Nelson Mandela. A Righteous Man’, which is screened throughout the day. Opening Times: 10:00-17:00 Sun-Thur, 10:00-14:00 Fri.
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GOLD OF AFRICA This unique museum entices visitors to experience the ancient, sometimes mystical relationship that exists between gold and the African continent through state - of - the art visuals and artistic displays. The museum is home to a collection of 350 West african gold artefacts as well as objects from the ancient gold civilizations of southern Africa. Martin Melck House, 96 Strand Street. Opening Times: 09:30 - 17:00
T: 021 405 1540
CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE Contained in the collection is a wealth of historical information concerning the peoples and landscapes of early colonial South Africa. It is one of the most important public collections of artefacts of the period. Buitenkant Street Opening Times: 09:30 - 16:00 daily. T: 021 464 1260
DISTRICT 6 MUSEUM District Six was named the Sixth Municipal District of Cape Town in 1867. Original established as mixed community of freed slaves, merchants, artisan, labourers and immigrants, District Six was vibrant centre with close links to the city and the port. By the beginning of the twentieth century, however, the history of removals and marginalization had begun. www.districtsix.co.za 021 466 7200 Visiting hours: Mon: 09:00 – 14:00 Tues – Sat. 09:00 – 16:00
IZIKO MICHAELIS COLLECTION Mon-Sat: 10h00-17h00 Closed on Sundays, Workers Day and Christmas Day Entrance Fees: Adults R10; Free to 18 and under; Students R5 and SA Pensioners R5 T 021 481 3933 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/michaelis The Iziko Michaelis Collection is housed in Cape Town’s historic Old Town House (1755). This famous collection of 17th-century Dutch and Flemish paintings, collection of Dutch and Flemish paintings is the most significant of its kind outside of Europe and America.
IZIKO PLANETARIUM Open daily from 10am – 5pm (Except Workers and Christmas Day) Entrance Fee: Adults R25; Adult chaperones must also pay R25; Children R10; Students and SA Pensioners R10 Planetarium – T 021 481 3900 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/planetarium The Iziko Planetarium is located at ISAM and is a celestial theatre in the round. The Minolta star machine and multiple projectors recreate the night sky and transport the audience through the wonders of the universe.
IZIKO SLAVE LODGE Mon-Sat: 10h00-17h00 Closed on Sundays, Workers Day and Christmas Day Adults R20; Free to 18 and under; Students and SA Pensioners R10 T 021 467 7229 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/slavelodge The Iziko Slave Lodge Museum is a space that connects us to our slave roots and raises awareness of issues of human rights, equality and justice. Trace your roots, find the name of your slave ancestors on the ‘wall of remembrance’ and see exhibitions depicting the history and legacy of slavery at the Cape as well as the struggle against apartheid.
IZIKO SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL GALLERY Open Daily: 10h00-17h00 Closed on Workers Day and Christmas Day Entrance Fee: Adults R20; Free to 18 and under; Students R10, SA Pensioners R10 T 021 481 3970 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/sang The Iziko South African National Gallery, located in the Company’s Garden, is regarded as a premier art site by members of the arts world, general visitors, tourists and locals. It has grown to become one of international stature with wonderful examples of South African, African and Western European art. Art lovers are invited to explore the intriguing photographic and art exhibitions.
IZIKO CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE Open Daily: 09h00 – 16h00 Closed: Christmas Day & New Years Day Entrance Fees: Monday—Saturday: Adults R28; SA Pensioners R15; Students and Children (5-16) R12; Booked school groups R5 and children under 5: Free; Sunday: Adults R20; SA Pensioners R10; Students and Children (5-16) R5; Children under 5: Free T 021 481 7223 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/castle/about.html The Castle of Good Hope was built as the headquarters of the Dutch East Indies Company (VOC) in 1666. It is the oldest building in Cape Town and home to the historical paintings and furnishings of the Iziko William Fehr Collection.
IZIKO BO-KAAP MUSEUM Open Monday – Saturday from 10am – 5pm (Closed: Workers, Christmas Day, Eid –ul-Fitr, Eidul-Adha and 2 January)Entrance Fee: R10 Adults R5 (seniors and students with SA ID) Children 16 and under Free T 021 481 3938 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/bokaap/visitor.html A visit to the Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum promises to be a unique and memorable Cape experience. The exhibitions: Who built Cape Town?, Mapping Bo-Kaap: History memories and spaces, Patterns of Beauty and New Year Carnival, Die Alabama showcase artefacts, contemporary and historic photographs and art, reflective of this historically rich and vibrant area.
NEW 7 WONDERS PRESENTS:
TABLE MOUNTAIN Celebrations erupted at Cape Town's V&A Waterfront on Friday night as Table Mountain was provisionally named a New 7 Wonder of Nature following a three-year global race to choose the world's seven most wonderful natural sites. The Swiss-based New7Wonders Foundation announced the initial results of the competition, in which hundreds of millions of votes were cast worldwide via mobile and internet platforms, in Zurich, Switzerland shortly after 9pm South African time on Friday. The seven provisional winners, in alphabetical order, are: the Amazon in South America; Halong Bay in Vietnam; Iguazu Falls in Argentina; Jeju Island in South Korea; Komodo in Indonesia; Puerto Princesa Underground River in the Philippines; and Table Mountain. "The results will now be checked, validated and independently verified," the New7Wonders Foundation said in a statement. "Once the voting validation process is completed, in early 2012, New7Wonders will then work with the confirmed winners to organise the official inauguration events."
Nail-biting finish It was a nail-biting finish for South Africa's landmark mountain after the organisers announced, just five days before the end of the race, that the site was not in the top 10 and would need to wrestle for one of the seven places. After three years of intense campaigning, an unprecedented number of votes and support from South Africans and visitors alike, Table Mountain will now - pending final verification - take its place in the history books for the wonder that it is. "This is an incredible moment for us," Cape Town Mayor Patricia de Lille told the euphoric crowd gathered at the V&A Waterfront. "Our mountain, which we all cherish, is now officially recognized as one of the marvels of the environment.
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'Symbol of permanence in a world of change' De Lille described Table Mountain as "a symbol of permanence in a world that is full of change. It is a symbol of the heritage that we are privileged to have. And it is a symbol that reminds us that we are privileged enough to live in an incredible country with incredible assets, giving us hope for the future. " After hosting a successful 2010 Fifa World Cup, and Cape Town having recently been declared World Design Capital 2014, South Africans can be proud of yet another incredible achievement. "What an amazing feat for South Africa," said Table Mountain Cableway CEO Sabine Lehmann. "I would like to thank everyone who took the time to vote for Table Mountain, and the celebrity ambassadors - from Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Springbok rugby team to all the journalists, musicians, comedians, actors, politicians and sports stars who campaigned on our behalf. "Your voices were heard, and it is because of you that Table Mountain's natural assets have been acknowledged in this popular election," Lehmann said.
Man-made Wonders The New 7 (man-made) Wonders of the World, announced by the New7Wonders Foundation after its first competition in 2007, are the Colosseum in Italy; the Great Wall of China; India's Taj Mahal; Jordan's Petra; Brazil's Christ the Redeemer Statue; Machu Picchu in Peru; and the Pyramid at Chichen Itza in Mexico. A number of similar lists have been compiled over the ages, the best known being the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the first known list of the most remarkable man-made creations of classical antiquity – of which only the Great Pyramid of
Giza in Egypt is still in existence.
Table Mountain: in case you didn't know ... Whichever way you look at it, Table Mountain is simply stunning. If you don't believe us, take a look at the gallery on www.votefortablemountain.com Table Mountain forms part of Table Mountain National Park, one of few conservation areas in the world that is entirely surrounded by a city. Table Mountain forms part of the Cape Floral Region, a Unesco World Heritage Site that is one of the richest areas for plants in the world. Table Mountain National Park has more plant species within its 25 000 hectares than the whole British Isles or New Zealand. For visitors, the trip up the Table Mountain Cableway to the plateau one kilometre above Cape Town is not to be missed. To the north you've got views overlooking the city, Table Bay and Robben Island, and to the west and south you're looking out on the Atlantic seaboard. Yes, there are panoramas in the world to beat this, but they're strictly reserved for high-end rock climbers. Speaking of rock climbers – and hikers, paragliders and casual adrenaline junkies (check out the world's highest commercial abseil) – Table Mountain offers an amazing yet accessible fix. Table Mountain, Wikipedia notes, is the only terrestrial feature to give its name to a constellation. The constellation Mensa – meaning The Table – is seen in the Southern Hemisphere, below Orion, around midnight in mid-July. According to Wikipedia, it was named by the French astronomer Nicolas de Lacaille during his stay at the Cape in the mideighteenth century. SAinfo reporter
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Concerts Events List 2011 | 2012
omms 10.2011 M3079
20/11/11 Locnville | Jax Panik
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18/03/12 Freshlyground
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27/11/11 Jack Parow | Van Coke | Die Heuwels Fantasties | JR PG (L) (1)
25/03/12 Hugh Masekela
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04/12/11 Lira
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01/04/12 Hot Water | Wrestlerish
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11/12/11 The Parlotones
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15/12/11 Carols by Candlelight Rotary
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Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID BotSoc members with card
: R100.00 : R75.00 : R90.00
16/12/11 Carols by Candlelight Rotary
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17/12/11 Carols by Candlelight Rotary
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Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID BotSoc members with card
: R125.00 : R95.00 : R105.00
18/12/11 Carols by Candlelight Rotary
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26/12/11 Zebra & Giraffe
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Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID Children (2-5yrs)
: R50.00 : R30.00 : R5.00
31/12/11 Prime Circle & Elvis Blue
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01/01/12 Mango Groove
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Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID Children (2-5yrs)
: R60.00 : R40.00 : R10.00
08/01/12 Plush | The Graeme Watkins Project
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15/01/12 Johnny Clegg
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Adults Youth (6 - 21yrs) with ID BotSoc members with card
: R80.00 : R55.00 : R70.00
22/01/12 Dan Patlansky | Natasha Meister
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29/01/12 Zahara | Claire Phillips
(1)
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Tickets
: R250.00
05/02/12 Flash Republic | Foto Na Dans
(5)
12/02/12 Going Back to the Crossroads
(1)
19/02/12 Taxi Violence | Machineri
(5)
26/02/12 The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra
(1)
04/03/12 The Blues Broers featuring Albert Frost
(5)
11/03/12 Goldfish
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Available on all concert dates except the following: • 20 Nov 2011 • 27 Nov 2011
• 26 Dec 2011 • 8 Jan 2012
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• 19 Feb 2012
MUSIC TO YOUR EARS V&A SUMMER CONCERTS
Be sure not to miss out on the wide variety of incredible headline acts on stage at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre this summer. All concerts are free starting on Sunday the first of January through to Sunday the 29th January the concerts will take place almost every single day on the Amphitheatre. All concerts take place in the afternoon from 17:00 – 18:00. Sunday 1st January: Sibanye – Afro folk Monday 2nd January: Yolanda Yawa – Afro pop Tuesday 3rd January: Mtika – Afro Jazz Wednesday 4th January: Shaun Berry – Acoustic alternative Thursday 5th January: Karen Zoid – Rock Friday 6th January: Guitar Legends ft. The Graham Gillet Band – Rock Saturday 7th January: Tucan Tucan – Afro Rhythm Sunday 8th January: Richard Caesar – Jazz guitar Saturday 14th January: Strait & Narro Sunday January 15th: Jade Saturday January 21st: The Rudimentals – Ska/ Raggae Sunday January 22th: Capetain Stu - Ska/ Raggae Saturday January 28th: Johny Cooper Band – swing
BACKSBERG PICNIC CONCERTS 2012
Backsberg Estate Cellars, in association with kykNET, can’t wait to have you on the farm for their third Picnic Concert Series. Brilliant artists such as: Freshly Ground, Francois van Coke, Koos Kombuis and Dan Patlansky will have you tapping your toes to their awesome acoustic vibes. There is a slight twist with the series this year as each of the performers will be bringing an up and coming artist with them to open the gig. It will be interesting to see who the artists believe is the future of South African music. The series runs in two parts this year, the first five gigs take place every Sunday from 20 November 2011, to 18 December 2011; the second five - also on Sundays – are from 22 January 2012 to 13 February. There is no better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than relaxing in the sun with a glass of fine wine as brilliant artists entertain you. Pack your umbrella, picnic blankets and lunches as kykNET and Backsberg take care of the rest. Audiences can choose to pre-book a special Backsberg picnic to enjoy with these sunset acoustic performances, or buy one of their famous lamb burgers at the venue. And, of course, it‘s just better with a glass of Backsberg wine. Pre-sale tickets for the concerts and picnics go on sale from www.ticketbreak.co.za / backsberg Tickets are R85 or R170 with a picnic and R100.00 at the gate. Children under 12 years get in free when accompanied by their parents. Admission to concert venue starts at 15:00, with the opening act starting at 16:00 and the main act
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at 17:00. For the full line up of bands, directions, comments, and more information on the series, please visit www.facebook.com / Backsberg Concerts • January 22nd: Robin Auld • January 29th: Die Tuindwergies •February 5th: Blues Broers •February 12: Laurie Levine • February 19: Francois van Coke
SUNDAY 22nd JANUARY – PHILHARMONIC BRASS QUINTET
The Friends of De Waal Park are delighted to announce their promotion of a series of Concerts ranging from Classical to Jazz to be held in the Edwardian Bandstand in De Waal Park, Oranjezicht, Cape Town
The members are all professional players with the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra. The quintet has performed a variety of concerts and outdoor venues. Their repertoire includes works from all genres including Baroque, Classical, Light Jazz and Pops. SUNDAY 5th FEBRUARY – The Rudimentals This AFRICAN-SKA band is a multi-social group of 6 talented & hugely entertaining fun-filled diverse musicians having appeared at Cape Town's International Jazz Festival, Kirstenbosch, the Cape Metropolitan, Cape Town City Festival of Lights, Oppikoppi now “Summer Concerts in the Park” SUNDAY 19th FEBRUARY – The Gugulethu Tenors
“Summer Concerts in the Park” are FREE – that’s right no entrance charge to the Public aiming to bring exciting, fine Music, catering for all tastes bringing joy to many and at the same time introducing this Victorian jewel, set right in the heart of our beautiful City, to many new visitors.
S.A’s Afro-operatic pop sensation described as “Pavarotti’s Children”. Their concert is as touching as their humble beginnings; their performance as spectacular as their rise to fame. It is a vocal feast that offers something for everyone from opera favourites to "Raise You Up”.
DE WAAL PARK SUMMER CONCERTS
TOURISM NEWS BILLIONS FOR FORESHORE REVAMP ONE of the most underdeveloped parts of the CBD is to undergo a multibillion-rand transformation as developers try to turn the once drab precinct into another jewel in the Mother City’s crown. While a number of modern buildings have gone up on the Foreshore – the new financial district – the wider Culemborg precinct, bordering the N2 flyover, Artscape and the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), has had little development. Now a number of revamps, new buildings and remodellingis in the pipeline, including an ambitious plan to redevelop the much-debated Culemborg site into a mixed-use area. Developers say the time to expand is now. They say the economy may be shaky but they are confident it will right itself and the worst will be over within two years. So they are preparing for the upswing – buying, revamping and building. The site has easy access to the N1, the N2, the station and the IRT routes, and parking is easier to find than in other parts of the CBD. BulelwaMakalima-Ngewana, Cape Town Partnership managing director, said they had always seen the Foreshore as an area with great, relatively untapped, potential for intensive commercial development. “It’s fantastic to see this potential being unlocked through the advent of Edge Properties, the province’s Urban Regeneration Project and the expansion of the CTICC.” The CTICC expansion alone is worth R4.5bn. Other developments include: - A Netcare hospital between the CTICC towards Artscape. - Ingenuity Property Investments is buying up the entire city block behind the Foretrust Building and has already started redeveloping, including 33 Martin Hammerschlag, now home to Bidvest. - In January, Ingenuity will spend R150 million turning the Atlantic Centre into premium office space. - Vodacom has revamped its property. - The Foretrust building was sold to Vunani Properties for R250m and is to get a multimillion-rand facelift. - BDO (a regional association of accounting firms) has added two floors to its building on the corner of Christiaan Barnard Street and Hertzog Boulevard. - Murray&Roberts recently refurbished its building on the corner of Jan Smuts and Hertzog Boulevard. - The old De Beers building between Jack Craig Street and Hertzog Boulevard has been extensively revamped. - Culemborg’s 200 000m² bulk, the size of eight city blocks, is being rezoned by Edge Properties. Edge was hesitant to comment on its extensive plans since it is waiting for the City of Cape Town
to finalise the application to rezone from commercial to mixed use. If it gets the go-ahead it will redevelop the Culemborg site into a commercial, retail, hotel and residential area. It is estimated that it will be a multibillion-rand development. Most of the buildings will be between six to eight storeys, but there will be landmark buildings between 22 and 35 storeys. Vunani Property Investment Fund director and chairman of the Central City Improvement District (CCID) Rob Kane, said: “While the global economy is taking its time to recover from the worst recession we have seen since 1929, it is good to see that developers are again eyeing the city centre. “We have noticed the more astute developers are quietly acquiring city blocks for redevelopment. It is not unlike 2001-2 when all the talk was of doom and gloom and developers were doing large consolidations. The boom that followed is history. “Nobody enjoys the cyclical nature of the economy but it is necessary for the economy to have these corrections from time to time. It is far preferable for us to have a greater number of cycles rather than the sustained boom and devastating crash seen elsewhere in the world.” Vunani is finalising plans to revamp the Forestrust building, including building offices on the roof, which has breathtaking views of the harbour and mountain. Ingenuity, which recently bought Newspaper House, has bought a block between Louis Gardner and John Craig streets. It has already revamped 33 Martin Hammerschlag Way and Bidvest has moved in. Ingenuity chief executive Arnold Maresky said that over the next few years they would revamp the block, sinking hundreds of millions of rand into the area. He estimates billions will be pumped into the entire precinct, by a number of developers, over the next decade. “Strategically, the area is located close to the transport system, having access to major freeways, the IRT and the station. Atlantic Centre has good visibility and has amazing mountain and harbourviews.“The expansion ties into the natural progression of the expansion of the CBD. This is an exciting time... ” Tasso Evangelinos, chief operating officer of the CCID, said the CBD “is already the dominant economic node in the region and further development of the Foreshore will strengthen our position”. “... increased investment and development in areas like the Foreshore send a clear message – the Cape Town CBD is also open for business.”
BLACK TOURISTS WANTED CAPE Town and the Western Cape are going black this holiday season - literally. The tourist Mecca is trying to attract more “black professionals” and has signed up local celebrities, including Selimathunzi presenter Zizo Beda and radio host Phat Joe, as tourism ambassadors. Calvyn Gilfellan, CEO of Cape Town Routes Unlimited, said it was time to dispel the perception that the province and the city were not black-friendly. Gilfellan said luring black tourists - which included coloureds and Indians - made good business sense. “The Global Wealth Report, released in October, indicates that there are about 900000 people in this country who earn more than R30000 a month. That is the category of people who have the discretionary income to spend on luxuries,” said Gilfellan.”And very soon most of those will be black professionals. It makes business sense to focus on that growing, upper middle class who can afford to travel.” Gilfellan said that, during the past two years, when the Fifa Confederations and World Cup soccer competitions were taking place in this country, the focus had been on attracting international tourists. But now the focus was on the domestic market.Gilfellan also said 60% of the Western Cape’s international tourist arrivals come from Europe and the USA - currently in the midst of an economic crisis.”Obviously any crisis would have a significant impact on our tourism figures. Hence the renewed focus on domestic tourism to buffer us against this.” In addition to Beda and Phat Joe, Gilfellan said Idols judge and radio personality UnathiMsengana would be another ambassador.He conceded that reports had been received from black local and international tourists about the way they were treated by people who worked in the Western Cape tourism industry. ”We often get complaints from black tourists that black waiters would treat them differently to white patrons. It might just be perceptions, but a perception is often fuelled by one or two real incidents and we must avoid that.”He said the problem was not so widespread that it would be necessary to embark on a “professional campaign”. When such incidents occurred, the organisation dealt with the business owner to prevent it from happening again. NASHIRA DAVIDS, Times Live
LYNNETTE JOHNS Cape Argus
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DINING ASIAN BUKHARA
taurants.../Restaurants/ Taiwan-city-Restaurant
A: 33 Church Str. T: 021 424 0000 www.bukhara.com
TAKUMI
EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR
A: The Wellington Darling Street T: 021 461 2458 www.easternfoodbazaar. co.za
HAIKU
A: 58 Burg Street T: 021 424 7000 www.bukhara.com
A: 3 Park Road, Gardens T: 021 424 8879 www.food24.com/Restaurants-and.../Restaurants/ Takumi
RG’S KABAB MAHAL
A: 315 Main Road T: 021 434 0008 / 9 www.dining-out.co.za
WAKAME &WAFU
TAIWAN CITY
A: Shop 421, Canal Walk Century City T: 021 555 3081 www.food24.com/Res-
A: 1st and 2nd Floor, Cnr Surrey Place and Beach Road Mouille Point T: 021 433 2377 www.wakame.co.za
GAME ARNOLD’S RESTAURANT
www.captains-table.co.za
FRANCOIS RESTAURANT
A: 60 Kloof Street T: 021 424 4344
BIG 5 SOUTH AFRICAN
A: Aquila Game Lodge T: 021 421 4998 www.aquilasafari.com
BLACK MARLIN
A: Main Road, Millers Point, Simons Town T: 021 876 1621 www.blackmarlin.co.za
CAPE MALAY RESTAURANT
A: Hohenort Hotel 93 Brommeryslei Road T: 021 794 2137 www.cellars-hohenort. com/cape-malay
CITY GRILL STEAKHOUSE
A: V & A Waterfront T: 021 421 9820 www.citygrill.co.za
A: Cnr Beach & Recreation Road Fish Hoek T: 021 782 3066 www.food24.com/Restaurants.../Restaurants/ Francois-Restaurant
MAMA AFRICA
A: 178 Long Street T: 021 426 1017 www.dining-out.co.za
MARIMBA
A: Cnr Coen Steytler and Heerengracht Road, Foreshore T: 021 418 3366 www.marimbasa.com
THEO’S GRILL
A: 163 Beach Road Mouille Point T: 021 439 3494 www.dining-out.co.za
WESTCOAST OSTRICH FARM A: Westcoast Ostrich
CAPTAIN’S TALE & Ranch, Van Schoorsdrif TWO & SIXPENCE Rd, Philadelphia off N7 PUB T: 021 972 1955 A: 88 St George’s Street T: 021 786 1371
www.ostrichranch.co.za
GRILLS 1800
A: The Cape Royal, 47 Main Road T: 021 430 0506
SQUIRES
A: The District, Grand West Casino T: 021 534 9194
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DINI Year-End Festivities Office Parties (including crackers and hats!) Join your colleagues and celebrate the year-end at The Peninsula All-Suite Hotel with this all-inclusive Dinner Dance Package every Thursday night. We are offering a three-course set menu including mince pies, coffee as well as LIVE MUSIC. All this for only R180 per person. Maximum capacity 80 pax and a minimum of 40 pax guarantees an exclusive venue. We also have a fantastic selection of other choices for your office year-end party, both buffet and set menus. Three course meals including mince pies and coffee start from R180 per person
Christmas Day Buffet
This delicious Christmas Buffet includes an eclectic array of cuisine from salad starter, various traditional Christmas roasts followed by a selection of tasty desserts and coffee – R250 per person Price includes live music, hats and crackers! Half price for children under the age of 12 years
New Year’s Eve – Cocktail Dance Party
Herald in the New Year with your friends and family. Enjoy a welcome drink, live music and a large selection of festive finger food served at the various Fish, Red Meat, Poultry and Dessert Stations. All guests will be seated and waiter service will be available for only R270 per person Don’t forget our new Sunset Deck which is the free ideal venue for sundowners and our fine dining restaurant, Sunset Restaurant with live music on Thursday evenings. Every last Thursday of the month, we have a Wine and Dine Evening with a different winery each month offering an exceptional 5 course meal including wine at R225 per month
313 Beach Road, Sea Point, Cape Town (t) 021 430 7777 • (f ) 021 430 7776 www.peninsula.co.za • confer@peninsula.co.za
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& UNION
A: 110 Bree Street T: 021 422 2770 www.wininganddining. co.za/western-cape/capetown/city-bowl/-union
CARNE- SA
A: 70 Keerom Street T: 021 424 3460 www.carne-sa.com
GRAND CAFÉ & BEACH
www.suninternational. com/Destinations/Casinos/Grandwest/DiningBars/Pages/Restaurants. aspx
THE FAMOUS BUTCHERS
A: 101 Buitengracht St Lodge Hotel T: 021 422 0880
THE HUSSAR GRILL
A: Granger Bay Road, off Beach Road T: 021 425 0551 www.thegrand.co.za
A: 107A, Main Road, Green Point T: 021 433 2081 www.dining-out.co.za
A: Heritage Square, 100 Shortmarket Street T: 021 424 6373 www.hqrestaurant.co.za
A: 3 Lagoon Beach Milnerton T: 021 528 2093 www.zorbas.co.za
HEADQUARTERS
ZORBA’S
INTERNATIONAL 96 WINERY ROAD RESTAURANT
A: Winery Road off R44 Zanberg farm T: 021 842 2020 www.96wineryroad.co.za
BLUES RESTAURANT
A: The Promenade, Victoria Road Camps Bay T: 021 438 2040 www.blues.co.za
DE VOLKSKOMBUIS
A: An de Wagenweg Stellenbosch T: 021 887 2121 www.volkskombuis.co.za
LA COLOMBE
A: Constantia Uitsig Estate T: 021 794 2390 www.constantia-uitsig. com
LA PETITE FERME A: Pass Road Franschhoek T: 021 876 3016 www.lapetiteferme.co.za
MANO’S
A: 39 Main Road T: 021 434 1090 www.mano.co.za
MON PLAISIR
A: At Chamonix Wine Farm Uitkyk Street T: 021 876 2393 www.monplaisir.co.za
REUBEN’S
A: Oude Stallen 19 Huguenot Road T: 021 876 3772 www.reubens.co.za
THE ROUNDHOUSE
A: Kloof Road T: 021 438 4347 www.theroundhouserestaurant.co.za
MEDITERRANEAN 95 KEEROM
BIESMIELLAH
ADEGA
IL LEONE MASTRANTONIO
A: 95 Keerom Street T: 021 422 0765 www.95keerom.com A: Cnr Main & Glengariff Rd, Sea Point T: 021 434 3029 www.adegas.co.za
A: 021 423 0850 T: Wale & Pentz Street www.biesmiellah.co.za A: 22 Cobern Street, Green Point T: 021 421 0071
ING www.mastrantonio.com
LA PERLA
A: Cnr Church & Beach Roads, Sea Point T: 021 434 2471 www.laperla.co.za
MYKONOS TAVERNA
ROCCA
A: Cape Quarter, 27 Somerset Rd, Green Point T: 021 418 8000
TASCA RESTAURANT
A: 343 Main Road, Sea Point T: 021 439 2106
A: Shop 154, V&A Waterfront T: 021 438 1213 www.tascadebelem.co.za
A: Cnr Main & Albany Roads, Sea Point T: 021 439 4014 / 3964 www.posticino.co.za
A: Corner of Loop & Hout Street T: 021 426 1001 www.valora.co.za
POSTICINO
VALORA
SEAFOOD BAIA
A: V&A Waterfront T: 021 421 0935 www.baiarestaurant.co.za
BLOWFISH RESTAURANT
A: 1 MARINE Dr. Dolphin Beach, Tableview T: 021 556 5456 www.blowfishrestaurant. co.za
CODFATHER
A: 34 The Dr. Camps Bay T: 021 438 0782 www.dining-out.co.za
DUNES
A: 1 Beach Road T: 021 790 1876 www.dunesrestaurant.co.za
GREEK FISHERMAN
A: Shop 157, V&A Waterfront T: 021 418 5411 www.greekfisherman. co.za
OCEAN BLUE
A: Shop 3, The Promenade Victoria Road Camps Bay
T: 021 438 9838 / 9 www.dining-out.co.za
PANAMA JACKS
A: Quay 500, Cape Town Harbour T: 021 447 3992 www.panamajacks.net
PARANGA
A: Shop 1, The Promenade, Victoria Road Camps Bay T: 021438 0404 www.paranga.co.za
PIGALLE
A: 57 A Somerset Road Green Point T: 021 421 4848 www.pigallerestaurants. co.za
SOUTHPOLE
A: Ocean Square, Sunset Beach T: 021 551 5752 www.southpolerestaurant. co.za
THE LOOKOUT DECK
A: Harbour Road T: 021 790 0900 www.thelookoutdeck.co.za
TAPAS BLAKES BAR & LOUNGE A: 189 Buitengracht Street T: 072 451 5356 021 422 4747 www.blakesbar.co.za CAFE SOFIA A: 60 Kloof Street Gardens T: 021 426 0801
A: 1st Floor, The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps bay T: 021 438 3660 A: 267 main Road, Sea Point T: 021 439 7993 www.cafesofia.co.za
FRENCH TOAST
A: 199 Bree Street T: 021 422 4084 www.frenschtoastwine.com
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DINING FORK
A: 84 Long Street T: 021 424 6334 www.fork-restaurant. co.za
GIOVANNI’S
A: 103 Main Road, Green Point T: 021 434 6893 www.giovannisrestaurant.com
LA BRUXIA
Point T: 021 434 8794 www.labohembistro. co.za
food.Strikly Halaal A: 273 Longmarket St. Signal Hill, Bo- Kaap T: 021 424 0529 www.noonguntearoom.co.za
A: Shop No 7216, Upper Level, V & A Waterfront T: 021 421 1916 www.waterfront.co.za/ eat/eatcontent/Pages/ Salero.aspx
Traditional African, Eastern and European flavours, recipes and cultures together A: 98 Long Street T: 021 422 0529 / 0525 www.nyoniskraal.co.za
SALERO
A: 341 Main Road, Sea
A TASTE OF AFRICA ADDIS IN CAPE - Ethopian A: 41 Church Street www.addisincape.co.za
T: 021 424 5722
AFRICA CAFE
From Moroccan through Ethiopian and Zambian, all the way to Xhosa and Cape Malay. A: 108 Shortmarket street T: 032 422 0221 www.africacafe.co.za BIESMIELLAH - Cape Malay experience A: Wale & Pentz Streets, Bo-Kaap,T: 021 423 0850 www.biesmiellah.co.za
GOLD
GOLD Restaurant is a vibrant, eclectic Pan-African experience GOLD of Africa Museum A: 96 Strand Street T: 021 421 4653 www.goldrestaurant.co.za
THE CAPE MALAY RESTAURANT
The spicey, rustic colours of the Cape’s unique cuisine at the Cellars . A: 93 Brommersvlei Road Constantia T: 021 794 2149 www.cellars-hohenort.com/cape-malay
LELAPA
Traditional Township restaurant in Langa A: 49 Harlem Avenue, Langa T: 021 694 2681 www.theunlimitedletsgo.co.za
IKHAYA
Ikhaya African Restaurant offers a memorable celebration of fine food and resplendent surroundings A: V&A Waterfront T: 021 418 3728 www.ikhaya.co.za
MAMMA AFRICA
A place of African Food, African Music & African Happiness A: 178 Long Street T: 021 426 1017 www.mamaafricarest.net
MARCO’S AFRICAN PLACE
Indigenous African & Cape Malay Cuisine A: 15 Rose Lane Bo-Kaap, Cape Town T: 021 423 5412 www.marcosafricanplace.co.za MOYO Sophisticated African experience A: Eden on the Bay Shopping Centre Bloubergstra nd T: 021 554 9671 / 2 www.moyo.co.za
NOON GUN TEA ROOM & RESTAURANT - Aromatic, Spicy, traditional Cape Malay
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ROOTIS CAPE MALAY
Authentic Cape Malay Farefully halaal A: Clock Tower Centre,Waterfront T: 021 425 8810 www.waterfront.co.za/eat/.../Pages/RootisCapeMalayRestaurant.aspx
CHEF RESTAURANTS DEAR ME
Cuisine: A celebration of local and seasonal by Vanessa Marx Open: Monday to Friday: 7:00-15:00. Dinner Thursday by Vanessa Marx. A: 165 Longmarket Street, CBD T: 021 422 4920 www.dearme.co.za
LA MOUETTE
Cuisine: Exciting, modern French food with a distinctly Mediterranean flair by Henry Vigar Open: Dinner - Monday to Sunday, Lunch - Friday to Sunday A: 78 Regent Roa, Sea Point T: 021 433 0856 http://lamouette-restaurant.co.za
THE TEST KITCHEN
Cuisine: Innovative creations by Luke Dale-Roberts Open: Lunch & Dinner - Tuesday to Saturday, A: The Old Biscuit Mill, 375 Albert Road, Woodstock T: 021 447 2337 http://thetestkitchen.co.za
BIZERCA BISTRO
Cuisine: A marriage of traditional French classics with the own authentic style of Cyrillia and Laurent Deslandes. Open: Lunch & Dinner -Monday to Friday A: Jetty Street, Forshore T: 021 418 0001 NOBU & REUBEN’S restaurants at the One & only Hotel are listed farther ahead
HALAAL BIHARI - Indian
A: Paddock Shopping Centre Milnerton T: 021 522 9894 www.bihari.co.za
DAAWAT
The authentic Pakistani Restaurant A: Dockside Building, Buitengracht & 31 Machu Street T: 021 421 9017 www.daawat.co.za RAASOIE - Indian A: 7 Kloof Street Gardens T: 021 423 1777
www.dining-out.co.za
SIMPLY ASIA
A: V & A Waterfront / Heritage Square (CBD) T: 021 425 5555 www.simplyasia.co.za ANATOLI– Turkish Restaurant A: 24 Napier Street Greenpoint T: 021 419 2501 www.anatoli.co.za
EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR
A: 96 Longmarket Street T: 021 461 2458 www.easternfoodbazaar.co.za OCEAN BASKET –Seafood A: Cnr Main and Gabriel Road, Plumstead T: 021 761 0765 (All of Ocean basket food in all the branches is strictly Halaal) www.oceanbasket.com THAI RAK SA – ASIAN A: cnr of Blaawberg Road & Marine Drive, Table View T: 021 975 1611 www.thairaksa.co.za
HIDDEN TREASURES
Cape Town hotels are the home to some of the
finest dining experience that our city can provide as part of the indulging hospitality tradition. Reservation is highly recommended for all venues.
CBD
BOMBAY BRASSERIE
Cuisine: Fine Indian Specialty dining A: The Taj, CBD T: 021 819 2000
MEZBAAN
Cuisine: Northern Indian ( Mughlai), Halaal A: Hilton Cape Town T: 021 481 3700 www.capetowncitycentre.hilton.com
PLANET RESTAURANT
Cuisine:Contemporary South African food served in impeccable surrounding A: Mount Nelson Hotel, Gardens T: 021 483 1948 www.mountnelson.co.za
SAVOUR
Cuisine: Globel menu, available all day. A: 15 On Orange Hotel T: 021 469 8000
www.africanpridehotels.com TWANKEY BAR
Cuisine: Oyster & Champagne Bar A: The Taj, CBD T: 021 819 2000
THIRTY 7 Cuisine:Contemporary
A: Westin Grand Arabella Quays T: 021 412 9999
THE PEPPER CLUB Cuisine: Continental
A: The Pepper Club Luxury Hotel & Spa, T: 021 438 3174 www.pepperclub.co.za
GREEN POINT CONNEXION
Cuisine: A Tapas styled meu and an extensive wine by the glass list.
DINING A: Protea Hotel, Victoria Junction T: 021 418 1234
TOBAGO’S RESTAURANT
V& A WATERFRONT
A: Radisson Blu, Granger Bay
BASCULE WHISKEY,WINE & COCKTAIL Cuisine: International
A: Cape Grace Hotel T: 021 410 7100 www.capegrace.com/dining/bascule
SIGNAL RESTAURANT
Cuisine: Creative Cape Cuisine A: Cape Grace Hotel T: 021 410 7080 www.capegrace.com/dining/signal_restaurant
NOBU
Cuisine: Sublime Japanese Cuisine A: One & Only Hotel
REUBEN’S
T: 021 431 5111
Cuisine: The creative menu of Reuben Riffel A: One & Only Hotel
T: 021 431 5222
Cuisine: Seafood Delicacies A: The Commodore Hotel www.commodorehotel.co.za
T: 021 415 1000
CLIPPER RESTAURANT
QUARTER RESTAURANT
Cuisine: Fine Dining in the Cape Malay tradition A: The Portswood Hotel
T: 021 418 3281
Cuisine: International
THE ATLANTIC GRILL Cuisine: International
A: The Table Bay Hotel
OYO
WINE BARS T: 021 441 3000 T: 021 406 5918
Cuisine: Seafood, Mediterranean
A: Victoria & Alfred Hotel T: 021 419 6677 www.newmarkhotels.com/newmark/oyo/
SEA POINT
SALT RESTAURANT & BAR
Cuisine: Simple, Approachable, honest food
A: Ambassador Hotel, Bantry Bay T: 021 439 7258 www.newmarkhotels.com/newmark/salt/
SUNSET RESTAURANT
Cuisine: International, Cape Malay evenings on Wednesday & Espetada special on Thursdays. A: the Peninsula Hotel T: 021 430 7777 www.peninsula.co.za
TOP OF THE RITZ
Cuisine: European Kitchen with a South African taste on a 360° revolving platform. A: Ritz Hotel T: 021 439 6988 www.ritzrestarants.co.za
BELTHAZAR RESTAURANT & WINE BAR A: V&A Waterfront T: 021 421 3753 www.belthazar.co.za
CAVEAU WINE BAR & DELI
A: Heritage Square, 92 Bree Street T: 021 422 1367 www.caveau.co.za
CHENIN RESTAURANT WINE BAR A: Heritage Square, 92 Bree Street T: 021 422 1367 www.thenose.co.za
CRU CAFÉ WINE BAR & RESTAURANT
A: Cape Quarter Exten-
sion, Piazza Level, 27 Somerset Road De Waterkant T: 021 418 6293 www.thecrucafe.com
NAKED
A: Ritz Plaza Shop 6, 251 Main Road Sea Point T: 021 439 5363
LA BOHEME WINE BAR & RESTAURANT
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WILDLIFE ALL YEAR WILDLIFE ALL YEAR OSTRICH FARMING
History reveals that ostrich chicks were traded by the original Khoi inhabitants with the Dutch Settlers in 1652 and exported from Cape Town to Batavia (now Indonesia) in 1656. There were also exports to India and the Emperor of Japan in 1658. The first documented ostrich farm was established in the centre of Cape Town in 1679. The ostrich is the world’s largest living bird, averaging 2m (6.5ft) in height and weighing up to 156kg (344lb).
SHARK CAGE DIVING
Great white sharks are the apex predators of our oceans and Cape Town is one of the shark cage diving capitals of the world. Sharks are iconic and magnificent creatures. Experience a great white shark up close and personal with a shark diving or shark viewing tour (you don’t have to get in the cage!) and you do not need a scuba diving certificate to shark cage dive. Great White Shark, Cage Diving takes place from April to September in False Bay (departs from Simon’s Town) and all year round from Gansbaai (2 hours from Cape Town).
CAPE FUR SEAL
Situated only 8 nautical miles (about 16km) from Simon’s Town, Seal Island is home to 75,000 Cape Fur Seals, 24 different bird species and the hunting ground of the Great White Shark. All year round we often encounter Dolphins, Humpback whales and Brydes whales. From July to November the Southern Right whales are plentiful in the bay and you can be assured of a sighting. During the winter months the Great White Sharks are extremely active around the island and we enjoy many sightings and often witness natural predations. The main breeding season for the Cape Fur Seal is November and December when almost 20 000 pups are born.
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The majority of the seals on Duiker Island, out of Hout Bay Harbour, are males waiting out their time until they reach the right breeding age, which is between the ages of 8 to 12 years depending on their size. Duiker Island is not a breeding colony as the sea can get very rough and the pups get swept off. The island is most densely populated from January through March due to the seals moulting. During this period they do not go off in search of food but rely on fats they have stored in their blubber.
are unpredictable and may charge when sufficiently annoyed or confronted by danger. Leopard (Pantherapardus): The leopard is a large, carnivorous feline having either tawny fur with dark rosette-like markings or black fur. They are wary of humans and will take flight in the face of danger. The leopard is solitary by nature, and is most active between sunset and sunrise, although it may hunt during the day in some areas. Leopards can be found in the savanna grasslands, brush land and forested areas in Africa. The male leopard is less than half the size of a male lion. The leopard is the smallest of the big cats, and rarely exceeds 200 lb (91 kg). A visit to a South African reserve will, most likely, allow seeing not only the big 5 but other habitants of the African bush. Although the stock will be different between various reserves you’ll be able to watch: Giraffes, Elands, Springbok, Hippopotamus and Zebras.
BIG 5 SAFARI
The phrase Big Five game was coined by white hunters and refers to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot. The collection consists of the lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros. African Big Five Game Species: African bush elephant (Loxodontaafricana): The African elephant is a very large herbivore having thick, almost hairless skin, a long, flexible, prehensile trunk, upper incisors forming long curved tusks of ivory, and large, fan-shaped ears. There are two distinct species of African elephant: African forest elephant (Loxodontacyclotis) and the African bush elephant (Loxodontaafricana). Black rhinoceros (Dicerosbicornis):The black rhinoceros is a large, thick-skinned herbivore having one or two upright horns on the nasal bridge. Rhinoceros may refer to either black or white rhinoceros. African cape buffalo (Synceruscaffer): The African or cape buffalo is a large horned bovid. Buffalo are sometimes reported to kill more people in Africa than any other animal, although the same claim is also made of hippos and crocodiles. It is considered the most dangerous of the Big Five, reportedly causing the most hunter deaths, with wounded animals reported to ambush and attack pursuers. Lion (Pantheraleo): The lion is a large carnivorous feline of Africa and northwest India, having a short, tawny coat, a tufted tail, and, in the male, a heavy mane around the neck and shoulders. A lion may attack without provocation, and is considered by many to be the best of the Big Five. Lions habituate the savanna where tall grasses, shrubs and bushes obscure and provide them cover and camouflage. This thick undergrowth is commonly referred to as jess. As lions are ambush hunters, they use this natural cover to stalk close as possible before making a final charge to catch their prey. Lions do not generally avoid confrontation, but will usually face the challenger. Lions
CAPE PENINSULA BABOONS
The Baboon Matters Trust comprises a handful of dedicated volunteers who are at the forefront of baboon conservation in South Africa. The goals of the trust include raising awareness for the plight of baboons as well as education and training so that sustainable solutions can be found for areas of conflict between man and baboon. On a practical level the trust makes provision for the rescue and care of injured or sick baboons, and aims to support rehabilitation centres that focus their attention on baboons. Cape Species: The Chacma Baboon (Papioursinus), also known as the Cape Baboon, is, like all other baboons, from the Old World monkey family. With a body length of up to 115 cm and a weight from 15 to 31 kg, it is among the largest and heaviest baboon species. The Chacma is generally dark brown to gray in color, with a patch of rough hair on the nape of its neck. Unlike the northern baboon species (the Guinea, Hamadryas, and Olive Baboons), Chacma males do not have a mane. Perhaps the most distinctive feature of this baboon is its long, downward sloping face. Males can have canine teeth as long as 2 inches (longer than a lion’s canine teeth). Baboons are sexually dimorphic, males being considerably larger than females. The Chacma Baboon is found in southern Africa, ranging from South Africa north to Angola, Zambia, and Mozambique. Size and color vary within that range. Chacmas usually live in social groups composed
AR ROUND ROUND of multiple adult males, adult females, and their offspring. Occasionally, however, very small groups form that include only a single adult male and several adult females. Chacma troops are characterized by a dominance hierarchy. Female ranking within the troop is inherited through the mother and remains quite fixed, while male ranking is tenuous and changes often. Chacmas are unusual among baboons in that neither males nor females form strong relationships with members of the same sex. Instead, the strongest social bonds are often between unrelated adult males and females. (Wikipedia)
BOULDERS BEACH PENGUINS
A visit to the famous Boulders Beach penguins should be part of every Cape Town itinerary. The penguins from this growing colony allow for close encounters with these famous sea birds - and most tourists fall helplessly in love with them. The story of the African penguins at Boulders Beach is one of remarkable urban colonization, but the species as a whole faces many threats and these aquatic flightless birds are listed as endangered. The story of the penguin colony in Cape Town started in 1983 when a pair was spotted on Foxy Beach at Boulders. Since then the colony has grown rapidly and now totals about 3 000 Boulders Beach penguins. The birds came to False Bay from Dyer Island after the reduction in commercial pelagic trawling, which has increased the supply of pilchards and anchovy - part of the penguins’ diet. Boulders Beach is located in Simon’s Town, just over the hilly peninsula from Cape Town. It’s easily accessible by bus, car, taxi or train.
Day Tours Full day and half day guided tours – some available in German. Free pick-up and drop off in central Cape Town. ● Cape Point: R695 pp ◗ CPT City: R350 pp excluding Table Mountain cableway ticket ● Winelands: R695 pp ◗ Township*: R415 pp ◗ Cape Point: R495 pp ◗ Winelands: R495 pp
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ON STAGE THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
Broadway’s longest running musical. This Andrew Lloyd Webber smash hit has experienced sell out seasons around the world. Through clever staging techniques the story of a disfigured musical genius known only as the Phantom who haunts the depth of the Paris Opera House magically unfolds on stage to mesmerise audiences. Not to be missed! Artscape, 29 Oct- 15 Jan 2012, Tickets R125- R425 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
MADAME TOUXFLOUWE
The Space Behind The Couch, the Handspring Award winning company, invites you to come spend some time in the Touxflouwe Estate on the top of the hill... the Madame of the estate may have been dead for hundreds of years, but she still takes the time every night to make sure the servants aren’t slacking on their duties. Madame Touxflouwe is a macabre comedy about murder, long lost love, dusting, monsters in the wall, Russian circuses, undead butlers and dinosaurs... brought to life through puppetry, shadows and animation... it’s the B-grade horror play you didn’t know you were dying to see. Belknap has really gone to town to present a visual extravaganza in this piece and the care and attention to detail really pay off. - Carla Lever (Out the Box Festival reviewer and theatre blogger) Artscape, 5- 14 Jan, Tickets R50- R65 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
NUTCRACKER ON ICE
An ice ballet that offers all of the magical music and colourful characters of the well-known ballet with the added breath-taking excitement of Olympicstandard ice-skating. The Imperial Ice Stars return for their fourth season to Cape Town with a performance that will be as athletic, as astounding, as adept, as beautiful and as enchanting as all the previous shows. Come and experience the magic of one of the world’s best-love ballets performed on ice in the comfort of the Artscape Opera House. Artscape, 19 Jan- 12 Feb, Tickets 100- R380 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
TWO BALLETS - SOLITAIRE & GRADUATION BALL
Join the summer fun with Cape Town City Ballet under the sultry summer sky with Kenneth MacMillan’s world-renowned Solitaire and David Lichine’s quirky Graduation Ball. Artscape, 22 Jan- 21 Feb, Tickets R130 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
THE ITALIAN AFFAIR
Set in sensuous Rome, film director, Guido Contini, struggles to find harmony in his professional life as he engages in relationships with his wife, his mistress, his muse, his agent and his mother. Artscape, 31 Dec- 8 Jan, Tickets R120- R250 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
AGATHA CHRISTIE’S: THE MOUSETRAP
snow-bound group of visitors is trapped in a guesthouse with a murderer in their midst. He has already killed, then he strikes again. The tension is razor sharp: everyone is under suspicion, everyone a potential victim. One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts. But who will be next, and who is the killer? Since 1952, The Mousetrap - Agatha Christie’s twisting whodunit and the world’s longest running play - has entertained an estimated 10 million people. This year, just before the 60th anniversary, Pieter Toerien returns to the Christmas Christie tradition with a stellar all South African cast. Theatre on the Bay, 7 Dec- 14 Jan, Tickets R100R150 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www. computicket.mobi.
MENOPAUSE- THE MUSICAL
Book and lyrics by Jeanie Linders - inspired by her own hot flush and a bottle of wine! Since it’s first performance in a tiny perfumeshop-turned theatre in Orlando, Florida in 2001, a whopping six and a half million women have seen this gloriously funny musical – a joyful, unabashed parody of 25 classic Baby Boomer hits from the 60s and 70s. Four women at a department store lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra … oh, and hot flashes, night sweats, memory loss, weight gain, chocolate binges, wrinkles, mood swings, not enough sex – and too much sex! “Chain of Fools”, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine”, “Puff The Magic Dragon”, “Good Vibrations”, “My Guy” and “Staying Alive” will never be the same again! Menopause the Musical will have you laughing, dancing, singing along and cheering in sheer delight at the show’s unbridled sass and attitude! … and even the men will love it! Theatre on the Bay, 20 Jan- 18 Feb, Tickets R140R240 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
evening filled with entertainment, laughs and the most awesome vocal and rhythmic ability! Vocal is Lekka will capture songs from 5 decades, with a fresh a cappella and acoustic approach, while these five gentlemen dazzle you with slick choreography, great rhythms, and vocal ability. The international award-winning Loukmaan Adams anchors the show with Fleur du Cap winner Terry Fortune and Monox Adams, who won the Best Newcomer award at the Absa KKNK. Together they introduce two newcomers – talented comic and vocalist Waseef Piekaan and suave vocalist Nur Abrahams of Welcome to Cape Town fame. Baxter Theatre, 6 Dec- 7 Jan, Tickets R90- R170 (varies according to day and time) from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi. Conrad Koch presents: PUPPET ASYLUM South Africa’s top ventriloquist, Conrad Koch, teams up with award-winning director Heinrich Reisenhofer to create his debut one-man comedy show, using funky post-modern puppets and a mechanised set. The story, set in a ‘loony bin’, starts with Conrad being given one last chance to be released if he can prove that he can keep his puppets under control. The problem is that his main puppet, Chester Missing of LNN fame, and Conrad’s outspoken BEE business partner, refuses to come on stage unless he gets his own TV talk show. Hilary, the ostrich, who despises Chester, is a ‘has-been’ alcoholic showgirl, desperate to make her own star come-back, and Ronnie, the cute but savage green monster, cannot control his impulses in front of people despite Conrad’s best efforts to teach him manners and curb his behaviour. The result is a spectacular and hilarious journey of verbal insanity that pushes the boundaries of ventriloquism and comedy. Baxter Theatre, 10- 28 Jan, Tickets R50- R90 (varies according to day and time) from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
NIK RABINOWITZ PRESENTS: STAND AND DELIVER
Nik Rabinowitz’s stage career started in Sub A, when he played Moshe the Mosquito. “There were eight of us, but Mrs Losinksy said I really stood out. She said that while the other boys just buzzed around, I really captured the complexity of Moshe.” 30 years later, Nik is celebrating his 10th year in comedy with a new solo show. Baxter Theatre, 6 Dec- 7 Jan, Tickets R100- R190 (varies according to day and time) from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
VOCAL IS LEKKA
Teaspoons, bread tins, matchboxes, lips, feet, the floor, and you thought these were just objects to get you through the day … think again! All instruments … a brand-new show with a brand-new sound with five of the most versatile and talented musicians, all on one stage! A show guaranteed to get you making music in your own kitchen during the day! Three awardwinning performers, two newcomers, and an
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NIGHT LIFE ASSEMBLY A: 61 Harrington Street T: 021 465 7286 Open: Wed, Fri & Sat 9pm – 4am www.theassembly.co.za CASA BLANCA A: Portswood Road, V& A Waterfront T: 021 421 1185 Open: Fri & Sat 10 pm – 4am www.casablancawf.co.za GANDALFS A: 299 Lower Main Road Observatory T: 083 3300 700 Open: Tues – Sat www.gandalfs.co.za KNOXVILLE LOUNGE BAR A: 1st Floor, 75 Kloof Street Gardens T: 082 871 6471 Open: Wed 7pm -2am & Fri-Sat 8pm – 2am Sun 8:30-10:30pm MERCURY LIVE & LOUNGE A: 43 De Villiers Street T: 021 465 2106 Open: Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 9pm - 4am www.mercury.co.za SUGAR HUT CLUB A: Cnr of Canterbury & Constitution, District Six T: 021 801 5699 Open: Wed - Sun; 5pm -2am www.sugarhutclub.co.za
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T: 021 419 7000 / 079 249 295 Open: Fri –Sat 9:30pm – 4:00 pm www.fez.co.za FICTION DJ BAR & LOUNGE A: 226 Long Street T: 021 424 7509 Open: Tues – Sat www.fictionbar.co.za RHINO ROOM ELECTRONIC A: Green Street, CBD T: 082 741 8981 THE LOOP NIGHT CLUB A: Corner of Loop & Pepper Street T: 072 539 1121 Open: Wed, Fri & Sat 22:00 - 04 :00 TJING TJING A: 165 Long Market above Dear Me Restaurant, CBD T: 021 422 4920 Open: Daily 4pm till late www.dearme.co.za VOOM VOOM - Jazz & Soul A: 70 Loop Street, CBD T: 021 426 2011-08-22 www.clubvoomvoom.com ZULA SOUND BAR A: 98 Long Street CBD T: 021 424 2442 Open: Mon - Thur 12pm -2am & Fri - Sat 12pm 4am www.zulabar.co.za
SEA POINT DECO DANCE UNDERGROUND A: 120 B Main Road Sea Point T: Fri – Sat 8:30 – 4:00 am www.decodance.co.za THE USB (UNDERGROUND SOUND BOUTIQUE) A: 120 Main Road, Sea Point T: 021 439 8000 Open: Wed – Sun
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T: 021 419 9216 Open: everyday www.bronx.co.za CREW BAR A: 30 Napier Street De Waterkant T: 021 418 0118 CUBANA HAVANA LOUNGE LATINO SOCIAL CAFÉ A: 9 Somerset Road, De Waterkant T: 021 421 1109 Open: everyday www.cubana.co.za FRIENDLY SOCIETY A: 125a Waterkant Street T: 021 421 6969 Open: everyday from 12:00 - till www.friendlysociety.co.za GRAVITY A: 12 Cobern Street, Green Point T: 084 771 2248 JADE CHAMPAGNE BAR & LOUNGE A: 39 Main Road, Green point T: 021 439 4108 Open: Wed – Sat 8pm – 2am www.jadelounge.co.za OPIUM A: 6 Dixon Street De Waterkant T: 021 425 4010 Open: Mon – Sun www.opium.co.za TRINITY A: 15 Bennett Street, Green Point T: 021 418 0624 Open: Mon – Sat 12am - 4 am www.trinitycapetown.co.za THE DISTILLERY 000118
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CAMPS BAY SAPPHIRE A: The Promanade, Camps Bay T: 021 438 1758 Open: every day www.sapphirecotailbar.co.za ST YVES BEACH CLUB A: 2nd Level Promenade Building, Camps Bay T: 021 438 0826 www.styves.co.za
Daily Tours: Find out more about our working distillery, Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm cooperage and maturation cellar. Sat: 9am - 2pm Sun: 11am - 4pm Van Ryn’ s Brandy Tasting: Taste our Van Ryn’s (no cellar tours) 10 Years Old Vintage and 12 Year Old Potstill Brandies. Brandy & Charcuterie Tasting: Enjoy 3 cured meats with Viceroy 5 Year Old, Van Ryn’s 10 Year Old Vintage and 15 Year Old Potstill Brandies. Brandy & Dessert Tasting (by appointment only): Indulge in delicious brownies with van Ryn’s Potstill Brandies. Cellar tours Brandy, Coffee & Chocolate tasting: Pair Belgian chocolate Mon-Fri: 10am;11:30am;3pm and Brazilian coffee with our award – wining Potstill Brandies. Sat: 10am; 11:30am; 1pm Van Ryn Road, Vlottenburg, Stellenbosch S33 57’42.8” E18 48’ 02.9 www.vanryn.co.za • email.vanryninfodistell.co.za • Tel: +27 21 881 3875
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WHAT TO SEE KIRSTENBOSCH
WINELANDS
Tel: 021 799 8783
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The spectacular Kirstenbosch gardens cover an area of 528 hectares of cultivated garden. The gardens are a celebration of South Africa flora and South Africa plants. An excellent spot for lazy picnics, romantic strolls and happy children.
A visit to the Cape Winelands is an absolute must as the region is one of breathtaking vistas and majestic mountain backdrops while being steeped in rich culture and history. The Winelands aredivided into various different regions, each offering their own ”wine route”.
BOULDERS BEACH
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Boulders Penguin Colony is home to a growing colony of the vulnerable African Penguin and makes for a great stop either to or from Cape Point. Wooden walkways allow visitors to view the penguins in their natural beach – and what could be better than swimming with penguins?
Table Mountain continues to capture imaginations and dazzle newcomers. There are only two ways up – walking or the cable car. Whether you choose to hike up or hitch a ride with the revolving cablecar, the summit offers breathtaking views and endless photo moments. Tel: 021 424 0015
HOUT BAY HARBOUR
Hout Bay one of the most attractive regions in the Cape. You'll find a friendly working harbour, a famous bird sanctuary and lots of walking trails, as well as long stretches of sandy beach and a Sunday craft market. If you wish to get to Seal island or just to watch some seals enjoying the fisherman’s left overs Hout Bay harbour will be the perfect spot.
RHODES MEMORIAL
Rhodes Memorial, which nestles at the base of Devil’s Peak, provides spectacular views towards both Table Bay and False Bay and the Hottentots Holland mountains in the far distance.stands on theslopes of Devil’s Peak, on the Northern flank of Table Mountain. www.sa-venues.com/attractionswc/rhodes-memorial.htm
WHAT WINE ROUTE?
Not sure where to go for a wine route adventure? It all depends on how much time you have and how much of day - or week - you’d like to make of it. For those with very little time, you’ll be happy to know that Cape Town’s CBD presents a host of wine bars that will guide you through a virtual wine tasting of practically any estate you choose. But for those who do have some time...
Constantia Valley
Stellenbosch Wine Route
Franschhoek Wine Route
Constantia Valley is the wine route at the heart of the Mother City (or at least a little to the left of it). This is the oldest wine-growing area in Southern Africa and stretches from Wynberg hill in the north, to the Silvermine mountains (the Tokai area) in the south. The five wine cellars on the route boast a winemaking history dating back to 1685 .
The Stellenbosch Wine Route was the first in South Africa and all the estates along the route are within a 12km radius of the town. It is arguably the country´s most famous, and includes 148 cellars - most of which are open to the public. From Cape Town take the N1 in a northerly direction and turn off at the Exit 39 onto the R304 and follow through into Stellenbosch. Call Stellenbosch Tourism: 021 883 3584 For more information: www.stellenboschtourism.co.za or Stellenbosch Wine Route: 021 886 4310 For more information: www.wineroute.co.za
Franschhoek was founded over 300 years ago when the French Huguenots settled in the Berg River Valley. The wine route here is comparatively small with only 29 cellars, but what it lacks in wine route variety, it makes up for in quality cuisine and breathtaking scenery. A perfect mini-break destination. Franschhoek is 85km outside of Cape Town.
Constantia Valley Association: 021 762 8769 For more information:www.constantiavalley.com
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Call Franschhoek Tourism: 021 876 3603 For more information:www.franschhoek.org.za
WHAT TO SEE AT THE
WINELANDS ROBBEN ISLAND
Almost as famous as Table Mountain, Robben Island has become an international symbol of human rights and is now a World Heritage Site. On your guided tour you’ll visit Nelson Mandela’s 46664 call and learn about the life and times of the Apartheid era. Tel: 021 413 4200 www.robbenisland.co.za
Scrumptious country style picnic lunches at Hartenberg Wine Estate Embrace summer with the ultimate picnic lunches at Hartenberg Wine Estate, one of South Africa’s oldest producers of Shiraz in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands. Known for its picnic tradition since the 80’s, Hartenberg’s warm hospitality and picnic baskets, filled to the brim with delicious wholesome and fresh country fare, are sure to be one of this summer’s highlights. This year Hartenberg brings you a selection of no less than three mouth watering menus to choose from.
CAPE POINT
There is nothing quite as inspiring as standing at the edge of a continent overlooking the wild ocean with towering cliff cutting into the landscape and holding you above the world. Cape Point is found within the Cape Peninsula National Park. Tel:021 780 9010/11 www.capepoint.co.za
The Main menu, at R135 per person, includes a carafe of Hartenberg wine, Eleanor Finlayson’s famous smoked Snoek pate and a selection of home baked breads as a starter. For mains there is a selection of cold meats, seasonal salads, local cheeses and preserves, fresh seasonal fruit, roasted vegetables, crudités and pickles, and last but not least coffee and koeksisters for dessert. If the Main menu does not tickle your fancy, the lighter Homemade Quiche menu at R120 per person is a delicious alternative; including smoked snoek pate with home baked breads, homemade quiche served with baby leaf salad, vegetable crisps and a glass of Hartenberg’s premium wines rounded off with a coffee and koeksister. Or for lazy lounging in the sun, the Olive and Cheese platters from R60 per person is an obvious choice, including a selection of breads and a glass of Hartenberg wine. All the food is prepared by Hartenberg’s trained staff, who takes great pride in their home cooked country fare. The picnic lunches are available all summer from mid-September onwards, weather permitting. Hartenberg Wine Estate is situated on the Bottelary Road off the R304 to Stellenbosch. For bookings, call Tel: (+27)21-8652541, Email: info@hartenbergestate.com or visit www.hartenbergestate.com.
Paarl Wine Route
Only a 40 min drive from Cape Town is the picturesque town of Paarl (pearl), nestled between Paarl Mountain and the majestic Du Toitskloof Mountain Range. Paarl lies in the Berg River valley and is the perfect stop-over destination in the heart of the wine route. From Cape Town follow the N1 north, turn off at Exit 55, Main Street, Paarl. Call Paarl Tourism: 021 872 0860 For more information: www.paarlonline.com
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SHOP KRUGERRAND The Krugerrand is a South African gold coin, first minted in 1967 to help market South African gold. The coin, produced by the South African Mint, proved popular and by 1980 the Krugerrand accounted for 90% of the gold coin market. The name itself is a portmanteau of Kruger (the man depicted on the obverse) and Rand, the South African unit of currency. Krugerrands are a popular way to invest in gold. By 1980 the Krugerrand accounted for 90% of the gold coin market. That year South Africa introduced three smaller coins with a half-ounce, quarter ounce, and tenth ounce of gold. The success of the Krugerrand led to many other gold-producing nations minting their own bullion coins, such as the Canadian Gold Maple Leaf in 1979, the Australian Nugget in 1981, the American Gold Eagle in 1986 and the British Britannia coin. Private mints have also attempted to capitalize off the popularity of the Krugerrand, minting gold and silver bullion rounds (the term coin denotes legal currency) in the style of the Krugerrand. The rounds often depict Paul Kruger and a springbok antelope, some even blatantly copying the same design as on the Krugerrands themselves, though the inscriptions are altered. These bullion rounds are not offered by the South African Mint or the Government of South Africa, and are therefore not official, have no legal tender value and cannot technically be considered coins. The Krugerrand is 32.6 mm in diameter and 2.74 mm thick. The Krugerrand's actual weight is 1.0909 troy ounces (33.93 g). It is minted from gold alloy that is 91.67% pure (22 karats), so the coin contains one troy ounce (31.1035 g) of gold. The remaining 8.33% of the coin's weight (2.826 g) is copper (an alloy known historically as crown gold which has long been used for English gold sovereigns), which gives the Krugerrand a more orange appearance than silver-alloyed gold coins. Copper alloy coins are harder and more durable, so they can resist scratches and dents. The South African Mint Company produces limited edition proof Krugerrands intended as collector's items. These coins are priced above bullion value, although non-proof Krugerrands also have a premium above gold bullion value. They can be distinguished from the bullion Krugerrands by the number of serrations on the edge of the coin. Proof coins have 220 while bullion coins have 160.
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The South African Gold Coin Exchange (SAGCE) has been a household name in the coin industry in South Africa since 1972. They are the largest distributor of gold investment, bullion and collectable coins in South Africa. Outlets can be found at: Cape Town International Airport: International Departures, Domestic Departures and Central Terminal, Tyger Valley Mall - Bellville, Canal Walk Shopping Centre - Century City, Cavendish Square - Claremont, Tyger Valley Mall - Bellville and Somerset Mall - Somerset West.
18 Visitor Information Centres across the city. Each Design Route participant is signposted with contact details as well as what sector they represent, making it easier for you to find exactly what you are looking for.
DESIGN HEAVEN
If attention to details, uniqueness and originality are not only words, but forms part of you believes and way of life, you are in the right place. Since 1995, Design Indaba has been committed to a vision that is built on the belief that creativity will fuel an economic revolution in South Africa. As such, Design Indaba is a celebration of design in a country iconic of the triumph of the human spirit. Design Indaba typifies this can-do spirit through its belief in design and how it can help solve the problems faced by an emerging economy. With the right support, a better future can be designed. In the last years, Design Indaba initiatives allow visitors to enjoy the fruits of their doing outside the time of the actual yearly expo by establishing the Design Route. Tourists and design fanatics can explore the Cape while taking a closer look at the creative minds that inhabit this city. It’s your chance at taking Design Indaba Expo beyond its walls with all you need at your fingertips. The route features 62 Western Cape-based designers and design studios. All those featured are part of the Design Indaba Expo so rest assured the Design Route is offering you the best in design and product quality. The route will have you traversing the Cape Town City Bowl, the Southern Peninsula and the Winelands as well as a multitude of in-betweens, leaving you with no excuse for not experiencing all that Cape Town has to offer. You can pick up your Design Route at any of the Cape Town Tourism’s
ARTS AND CRAFTS No doubts about it – South Africans are a crafty bunch. The country’s people produce a remarkable range of arts and crafts, working from the pavements and markets of the big cities to deep rural enclaves, with every possible form of traditional artwork – and then some. In addition to the standard materials such as beads, grass, leather, fabric and clay, pieces are made using telephone wire, plastic bags, petrol cans and bottle tops – even food tin labels are used to create brightly colouredpapiermache bowls. On sale on many a South African street corner are objects made of wire, ranging from representations of the globe to cars and motorcycles – which are capable of manipulated movement – to joke cellphones and working radios. Shops, markets and collectives dealing in African craft are thriving, providing much-needed employment and income in communities such as Fugitive’s Drift in KwaZulu-Natal, which offers a huge variety of basketry, or the Northern Cape Schmidtsdrift community of displaced San people, who produce paintings that constitute an imaginative and highly coloured extension of ancient rock art. A high level of skill is brought to the production of work that has long been a part of African society,
PING and has now found new commercial outlets. South African beadwork, once the insignia of tribal royalty alone, has today found a huge range of applications, from the creation of coverings for everything from bottles to matchboxes – and the reproduction of the red Aids ribbon in the form of small Zulu beadworks known as Zulu love letters. Basketry and ceramics, of course, were long ago brought to a pitch of perfection in traditional South African society, and the outgrowths of these forms today grace gallery plinths as often as they find a place on suburban shelves.(To read more: http:// www.southafrica.info) The Arts and Crafts markets in Cape Town: Green Market Square, in the square that dissects Burg Street and between Longmarket and Shortmarket streets, Cape Town CBD, Monday to Saturday: 9:00 and 16:00. The Red Shed Craft Workshop, Adjoining Victoria Wharf and open Monday to Friday: 9:00-21:00 andSunday& Public Holidays: 10:00-21:00 Waterfront Craft Market @The Centre, adjacent to the Two Oceans Aquarium, open every day: 9:30-18:00. Green Point Market, Junction of Western Boulevard and Beach Road, Every Sunday and Public Holiday: 9:15- 17:00 (unless very windy or very rainy).
OSTRICH LEATHER & MOHAIR Ostrich leather is the result of tanning skins taken from African ostriches farmed for their feathers, skin and meat. The leather is distinctive for its pattern of bumps or vacant quill follicles, ranged across a smooth field in varying densities. It requires an intricate, specialised and expensive production process making it costly as well as beautiful. Although the first commercial farming began in South Africa in 1850, the industry collapsed after World War I and the drop in demand for the feathers for fashionable hats and military uniforms. Other products were marketed, with each success battered by world events and droughts until now, when ostrich skin is globally available and seen as a luxury item in high-end demand. Leather came late in the story of ostrich farming but after a tannery was set up onsite, it went on to make an impact in European haute couture and in the U.S. for cowboy boots. Availability was artificially limited when ostrich leather was subject to a cartel monopoly through trade sanctions, and single export and distribution channels until the end of apartheid in 1993. After that and other factors, the South African government began to export stock allowing other countries to have their own ranches. Although wider production resulted in competition and lower prices, Klein Karoo Group remains the leading global producer. Today the industry is driven mostly by the leather and the meat, which is exported to all parts of the world. South Africa produces over 60% of the world’s ostriches and also has a distinct quality edge in the leather tanning process. Eleven years ago, Charles and Melony Biggs were farming ostrich, sheep and goats in the Graaff Reinet area in the Karoo. At first they exported skins to people he had met in the USA, where he had previously farmed ostrich for 4 years. They learned a lot in that time abroad, one thing being what we in South Africa had to offer and show off to the world in terms of leadership in Ostrich and Mohair. They started to seek for local manufacturers and work together with designers to present a classic collection that also presents a freshness and elegancy. In 2000, Karoo Classics opened its doors in Stellenbosch: “We had 30 handbags and six belts in stock, but 100% faith in the fantastic natural products made from ostrich leather and mohair”, says Charles. From the very beginning a policy of Proudly South Africa was adopted. They spent months looking for and visiting factories all over South Africa. The criteria were: simply, high quality at a reasonable price. Today they have a wonderful group of suppliers, from big factories to family businesses and individuals. In 2003, Karoo Classics opened in Cape Town and five years later in Franschhhoek. Today they have the world’s largest selection of ostrich leather goods, carrying over 1000 handbags alone.
SHORTMARKET STREET - CAPE TOWN Tel: 021 422 3813 Church Street - Stellenbosch Tel: 021 886 7596 58 Hugenote Street - Franschhoek Tel: 021 876 3187 cmbiggs@telkomsa.net
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PLACES OF INTEREST The City of Cape Town invites you to explore and experience some of her well known and recognizable sites that has been refreshed and updated and uplifted in recent time as well as some new and old icons that are worth to be re-familiarising in person.
HEART OF CAPE TOWN MUSEUM
Experience the first heart transplant , the museum is housed where the actual event took place. See where Chris Barnaard successfully transplanted the first heart. www.heartofcapetown.co.za 021 404 1967 Groote Schuur Hospital Main Road, Observatory Cape Town, South Africa
COMPANY’S GARDEN VISITOR CENTRE
The garden was established in 1652, making it one of the oldest gardens in the country. The display in the Visitor’s centre gives a comprehensive overview of the early history of the garden, which is unique in that it is the only example of how two different landscape styles – the Dutch ‘produce garden’ grid pattern and the ‘Victorian Romantic’ grid pattern and the overlaid to produce the garden as it exists today. Tel: 021 400 26 21 Visiting times: 7am -7pm
OLD CASTLE BREWERY
While Castle began making in roads into what had been almost entirely “lion country” work was began on the erection of the Castle Brewery in Woodstock. This brewery was to be sited alongside the new railway line as an advertisement for Castle beer –a sort of early billboard. The Castle Brewery was completed in 1901, designed by New York architect H. Steinmann and was opened on the 1st April 1902, several setbacks to its completion, being caused by the second Boer War. www.oldcastlebrewery.co.za 021 448 4500
THE OLD CITY HALL
Built in 1905, the old City Hall in Darling Street is a mixture of Italian Renaissance and British colonial architecture. It is located on the Grand Parade to the west of the Castle of Good Hope and is built from honey-colored limestone imported from Bath in England. The 60m/200ft high bell-tower, with a carillon installed in 1923, was modeled on London’s Big Ben. The City Hall was the last major Victorian building to be erected in Cape Town. The City Hall’s carillon was installed as a WW1 war memorial, with 22 additional bells being added in 1925 with the visit of the Prince of Wales. Magnificent and imposing, the City Hall commemorates Kind Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, with its mosaic floors, marble staircase, stained glass windows and specially designed organ with 3165 pipes.
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Grand Hall and reception rooms while the portion originally housing Municipal offices and which fronts onto Darling Street is the home of the Central Library of Cape Town.A stone set into the base of the building in front of the main balcony has this inscription: “upon release from prison on 11 February 1990 and on his election as President of South Africa on 9 May 1994 Nelson Mandela addressed the nation here”. For more information go to: www.focal.org.za.
THE DRILL HALL AND CENTRAL LIBRARY
The foundations of the City Hall were laid on 29th August 1900, and the building finally opened on 25th July 1905, by the Mayor Alderman Hyman Lieberman. It is built in an Italian Renaissance Style with a classical facade in a handsome campanile towering to a height of some 200ft. The exterior stonework is of sandstone and granite. The facade facing on Darling Street has a central feature surmounted by a pediment rising 82 feet above pavement level, the wings on either side are about 60ft in imposing clock tower houses the four-sided City Hall clock built to scale and half the size of London’s Big Ben. The building is divided longitudinally, with one half of the building housing the
CAPE TOWN DIAMOND MUSEUM
Situated in the bustling heart of the world-famous Clock Tower precinct at the V&A Waterfront, the Cape Town Diamond Museum pays tribute to the world’s most precious gem, the diamond, and is a must-see for any visitor to Cape Town. Discover a 3 billion year old story unfold from a diamond’s formation to the final polished stone. Explore the origins of South Africa’s famous diamond industry, and ...get introduced to some of the great names in diamond history, including Cecil John Rhodes, Barney Barnato and the Oppenheimer family. The Cape Town Diamond Museum also pays homage to the most famous South African diamonds, such as the 3,106 carat Cullinan rough diamond discovered in 1905 and showcases specimens of Kimberlite rock dating billions of years old. Lifesize replicas of the famous diamonds that have adorned royalty, the rich and the famous are also on display. 1st Floor, The Clock Tower, Waterfront, 8001 Cape Town, South Africa Hours Mon - Sun: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Email info@capetowndiamondmuseum.org Phone 27214212488 Website http://www.capetowndiamondmuseum.org
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HERE ARE SOME PRECAUTIONS YOU SHOULD TAKE WHEN VISITING SOUTH AFRICA: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Avoid grand displays of expensive jewellery, cameras, laptops and other valuables. Plan your route beforehand, and the type of transport you're going to use. Keep your doors locked at all times and wind windows up. Lock valuable items in the trunk of your car. Be aware of whether any vehicle or people are following you. Never pick up strangers, no matter how friendly they appear. At night, park in well-lit areas Explore in groups rather than alone, and stick to busy, well-lit streets At night stay clear of dark, isolated areas Avoid isolated beaches. Never carry large sums of money around. Travelers cheques are your best bet. Always carry a map with you in the event that you get lost. Also keep your passport, plane ticket and other important documents in a safe place. If in any doubt about the safety of an area, phone a police station for advice.
EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES IN CAPE TOWN: • Argentine Republic 8 Brittany Avenue Bantry Bay 021 439 0403 • Brazil (Federative Republic of ) 2nd Floor, Safmarine House, 22 Riebeeck Street, Cape Town 021 421 4040/1/2 • British Consulate General: Southern Life Centre, 8 Riebeek Street, City Centre 021 405 2400 • Canadian Consulate General: 19th Floor, Reserve Bank Building, 60 St George’s Mall, City Centre 021 423 5240 • Chile (Republic of ) Suite 1918, Main Tower, 19th Floor, Standard Bank Centre Heerengracht, Cape Town 021 421 2344/46 • French Consulate: 78 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens 021 423 1575
• German Consulate General and Embassy: 19th Floor, Safmarine House, 22 Riebeek Street, Cape Town 021 405 3000 • Italy Republic of 2 Grey’s Pass Gardens,Cape Town 021 487 3900 • Korea (Republic of ) Sunset Avenue No. 7LandadnoHoutbay, 021 790 9970 • Mexico (United Mexican States) 2nd Floor, the Spearhead Building, 42 Hans Strijdom Avenue Foreshore, Cape Town 021 419 3848 • Netherlands Consulate General 100 Strand Street, nr Buitengracht, City Centre 021 421 5660
• New Zealand Honorary Consulate General: 345 Lansdowne Road, Lansdowne 021 696 8561 • Spain (Kingdom of ) 37 Shortmarket Street Cape Town 021 422 2326/7
• Switzerland Kingdom of Nr 1, Thibault Square, 26th Floor (Old BP Building) cnr Long and Hans Strijdom Streets, Cape Town 021 418 3669 • US Consulate: 2 Reddam Avenue, Westlake, Tokai 021 702 7300
JUST A LiTTLE REMINDER MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY Remember to lock your car. Never leave valuables in your car. Keep all keys in your possession. Never leave children alone in the vehicle. PROTECTING YOURSELF Carry your camera securely in a camera bag. Avoid dark, isolated areas. Do not walk alone in isolated areas - this includes hiking. Do not carry large sums of money. Be alert!
SAFETY AT THE BEACH Do not go to deserted beaches. Leave at least one person with your belongings when you go for a swim. Keep valuable items locked away. Follow safety regulations in place for each beach. Don’t forget sun block! SHOULD ANYTHING HAPPEN: Stay calm; Contact the police immediately; Make use of the trauma facilities available.
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