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Food and wine
19 Oct 2018
Budget-friendly wine estates in the Western Cape
Until recently, spending the day exploring wine country was seen to be a costly affair – the oaked estates, sweeping vistas and manor houses exhibiting obvious affluence. While the...
15 Oct 2018
Unique self-catering farm stays for families in the Cape Winelands
Take a look at this list of 25 highly recommended fresh-air farm stays for large families, varying from earthy and rustic to lavish and luxurious.
10 Oct 2018
Top Wine Farm Picnics in South Africa
Let’s be honest. There’s not much that can top a picnic in the winelands on a beautiful day. Literally kicking back to enjoy a spread of delicious eats paired with your favourite b...
3 Oct 2018
November events in Cape Town and the Western Cape
Start planning your November in Cape Town and the Western Cape now! There are plenty of top-tier events taking place, with wine, bubbles, gin and more making for a heady mix of ent...
3 Oct 2018
Epic ways to explore the Cape Winelands
If you’re looking for extraordinary ways of getting around the Cape Winelands, read on.
26 Sep 2018
Travel apps for Cape Town and the Western Cape
Travelling to new destinations can be tricky, what with not knowing anything about the place you will be travelling to, and while you can research your holiday before leaving, i...
31 Aug 2018
Markets in the Western Cape
Cape Town and the Western Cape is famous for its markets. From comfort food to fine wines, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
15 Aug 2018
Discover the tastes of the Western Cape
Home to some of the world’s most bountiful vineyards and boasting numerous award-winning restaurants, Cape Town and the Western Cape is a gastronomic wonderland, with a history int...
14 Aug 2018
Family-friendly wine farms in the Western Cape
Parents, we feel you. You're longing for a relaxing day out, sipping on crisp cultivars, surrounded by rolling vineyards and enjoying a delicious meal at a wine estate.
13 Aug 2018
Septembers events in the Western Cape
Spring is about to be sprung this September in Cape Town and there are loads of events to enjoy as the weather starts to warm up. From wildflower shows to whales cavorting in th...
10 Aug 2018
Vegan restaurants in Cape Town
Enjoy healthy, plant-based foods and raw juices bursting with flavour in Cape Town.
7 Aug 2018
Faine Pearl Loubser
Conservationist, film-maker, free-diver and free spirit, Faine Pearl Loubser spends most of her time exploring the depths of the oceans around the Western Cape, discovering the nat...
7 Aug 2018
Discover wild flowers on the Weskus
Every year in August and September, the Cape West Coast (Weskus) is covered in a blanket of wild flowers, drawing thousands of visitors from across the country and beyond.
3 Aug 2018
Food and Wine Pairings in the Western Cape
What is better than sipping top South African wines in a beautiful setting? Pairing their flavours with delicious bites, of course.
27 Jul 2018
Get your coffee fix in the Western Cape
Coffee culture is a big deal in Cape Town and the Western Cape with every coffee nut having his or her favourite blend. Here are some of the top coffee spots on our list.
6 Jul 2018
August Events in the Western Cape
Plenty on the go in the Western Cape this August. Music, wine, chocolate and more!
25 Jun 2018
Family-friendly experiences in the Western Cape
The Western Cape is a perfect destination for families wanting to explore. From wide-open space and exotic animals to land and sea safaris, there is plenty to keep you and your lov...
12 Jun 2018
Father's Day in the Western Cape
Father’s Day is almost upon us and if you haven’t managed to get your dad anything or are looking to add something extra special to his barrel of goodies this year, we got you c...
12 Jun 2018
GUIDE | Beers & Breweries
There’s no doubt that craft beer is well-loved in Cape Town and the Western Cape. With locals, and visitors to the region, queuing up to sample the latest brews, a vast and ever...
12 Jun 2018
Gin Guide to the Western Cape
The Western Cape is well known for being wine country. But over the past few years, the region has quickly become a power player in the gin stakes, with a number of local distiller...
11 Jun 2018
July events in the Western Cape
From annual winter festivals to comedians and musical extravaganzas, there is plenty on in the Western Cape in July.
16 Jan 2018
Wine festivals in the Western Cape
Cape Town has just been named among Wine Enthusiasts Top Wine Getaways for 2018. In celebration of this achievement, we bring you some of the top wine festivals to attend in the...
12 Jan 2018
Western Cape Restaurants come out on top
Of the top 20 restaurants in the country, 15 are based in the Western Cape, small wonder then that the region is considered the gastronomic capital of South Africa.
8 Jan 2018
