Being a Capetonian means that we actively seek the finer things in life, and then indulge in them whenever possible. With the Cape weather turning cold and miserable, you might have to search a little harder but you are guaranteed to be rewarded – as I was recently. It is no secret that my favourite […]
If you are in Cape Town for the weekend starting Friday 16th you will be in for quite a unique treat… This weekend Cape Town, and South Africa, will be celebrating Nelson Mandel’s 92nd birthday! I can safely say that just about everyone who is reading this has heard of our famous and much loved […]
This weekend is the Bastille Day Festival in Franschhoek. Traditionally Bastille day has very little to do with South Africa and everything to do with the French Revolution and the storming of the Bastille in 1789, signifying the uprising of a modern French nation. Although French Huguenot settlers did come to South Africa looking for […]
With the Soccer World Cup drawing to a close and millions of people start trying to get back into a regular routine again, I think it is important to have a few exciting events to look forward to, to make sure that the transition back to ‘normal’ life is as smooth as possible. Luckily there […]
With our colonial background, it is no wonder that most South Africans have been brought up drinking tea of at least 2 kinds – Ceylon and Rooibos. Rooibos is a herbal tea only grown in the Western Cape and is known for its anti-oxidant qualities, it is also caffeine free and helps with help digestive […]
It’s no secret that I’m a fan of most things outdoors, I also love watching live sport where I’ve managed to see quite a few professional games such as World Cup Rugby in England, ice hockey, basketball and baseball in the USA and now, I’m proud to say ,a Soccer World Cup game in South […]
Every year, for the past 7 years, people have been heading to the Ashton, Bonnievale, McGregor and Robertson regions for the Wacky Wine Weekend. This is a festival not to be missed because not only is it about discovering new wines in this award winning wine region, but it’s also about spending time with the […]
Are you in Cape Town on June 6th? If you are then I would recommend you head out to Durbanville for the second annual Soup, Sip and Bread festival. Yes, it may sound rather bizarre but what could be better than a hearty home-made soup coupled with freshly baked breads of all varieties washed down […]
Cape Town has been quite chilly and wet this past week which can make one rather reluctant to venture outdoors… But this weekend is the Good Food and Wine Show at the ICC in town and it promises to be a spectacular year.
Gordon Ramsey will be strutting his stuff along with other big names in […]
June and July are going to be months of extreme excitement and activity here in South Africa, with the FIFA World Cup starting on June 11th and ending on July 25th. If you are going to be in the Western Cape during this period you would be doing yourself a great disservice if you don’t […]
Candice focuses on travel, surfing, running, dark chocolate and uncovering gems hidden in the Cape outdoors.
Steve Bolnick is recognized as one of southern Africa’s outstanding safari guides. He grew-up with a deep love for the African bush and has spent the past 29 years living and guiding in southern Africa.
Lisa Griggs writes about the hidden vineyards and the undiscovered cultivars in the Western Cape.
Nicky Coenen looks for the secret hideaways and hidden gems in Cape Town and surrounds.
Steve Robertson tracks the off the beaten track action happening around Cape Town.
Fred Roed looks for the undiscovered coffee spots in the Western Cape and rates them.
Peter has worked in the wine and spirits industry for over 40 years and is an appreciator of fine things.