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 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 […]
With the Cape Town weather taking a turn for the worse it is no wonder that outdoor activities have come to a grinding halt in the face of the pouring rain and cold. I of course have problems sitting still for too long and get bored very easily which is what led me to uncover […]
If you are in Cape Town between June and August you HAVE to go and see Madame Zingara’s Love Magic Tour! This burlesque style performance is put on in ‘The Theatre of Dreams’ a 25 meter velvet big-top tent which has been touring the world for the last 80 years, and is fondly referred to […]
With so many visitors here from other provinces as well as other countries, I couldn’t miss the opportunity to mention one of the Western Cape’s most beloved hidden gems – Evita’s se Peronn in Darling. Just 60km from Cape Town you would be doing yourself a great disservice if you didn’t make at least one […]
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 […]
Whether you are a soccer fan or not, it is difficult to avoid being caught up in the ‘Gees’ (spirit) and excitement which seems to have enveloped every corner of South Africa. With the opening match over and a whole month of sporting madness ahead, I thought it would be a good idea to point […]
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 […]
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.