Food | Wine | Trips | Spots
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As we are passionate about the Western Cape, especially Cape Town & the Cape Region, we thought it makes sense to share with you our experiences. You will find our favorite vineyards, restaurants of choice, the most delicious food, nice trips and beautiful spots you should definitely have on your list.
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Cape Point Vineyards | Food Market | Each Thurdsay | Nordhoek
Experience the ultimate fusion of flavors and vibrant atmosphere at Cape Point Vineyards Food Market, a must-visit culinary destination in Cape Town. Every Thursday, the picturesque vineyard transforms into a food lover's paradise, offering an array of tantalizing dishes and local delights. Come early...
FOOD
Belly of the Beast | Creative South African Cuisine | Best value for money
This is our favorite. The restaurant is for us the best in Cape Town looking at value for money. It is a very creative cuisine with changing menu. The two chef's Anouchka Horn and Neil Swart source from local sustainable producers and use every part of the animal. You can expect some dishes that might test your boundaries, but there is always a certain balance so that everyone will enjoy the experience. Lunch Menu: 500 ZAR for a 4 course menu.
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Seven Colours Eatery | South African Cuisine | Watergate
Seven Colours Eatery is a brand that Chef Nolu Dube-Cele created to share her passion for South African food and culture. The vision behind Seven Colours Eatery is to incorporate creativity, nostalgia and diversity, and inspire a positive South African identity through food. Nolu Dube-Cele and her team are creating quality home-cooked comfort-food. The Seven Colours experience will evoke those wonderful childhood memories. Enjoy a daily Seven Colour Plate, Tshisanyama Plate, and sandwiches made out of local breads and local beverages.
TRIPS
AA Badenhorst Family Vines | Swartland | Beautiful Vineyard & Accommodation
This vineyard is located 1 hour drive from Cape Town. Surrounded by beautiful nature on the foot of the Paardenberg Mountain.
AA Badenhorst Family Wines are grown, made and matured on Kalmoesfontein farm in the Swartland appellation of South Africa. Adi - the owner - loves to make wines the traditional way. 180ha of old bushvines grow in the Siebritskloof part of the Paardeberg mountain.
Expect a humble, rural retreat, where you can enjoy wide-open spaces and fresh air, explore old vine vineyards, swim in the dams and expect the most spectacular sunsets and views. If you have the time stay here for a few days and enjoy an authentic farm hideaway.
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De Zeven Guest Lodge | Perfect View, Sunrise & Silence | Between Stellenbosch and Franschoek
This is our favorite Guest Lodge so far. It is just perfect if you like to discover the wine region around Stellenbosch and Franschoek. The service, the stunning view and the fact that you only hear nature makes De Zeven the perfect stay for some relaxed days. You are in the middle of the winelands overlooking the valley with great sunrises and you have great vineyard sin walking distance like Tokara and Delaire Graff Estate. Other vineyards are just some minutes drive.
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Table Mountain | Overlooking Cape Town and the bay area
The Table Mountain is the most visited spot for tourista in Cape Town and not for nothing. You should definitely go up here. Either by railcar or you do a 2hr hike (one way). It is defintely worth it. You will enjoy a spectacular view on Camps Bay and the wider bay area. On top you will see very nice flora and rock formations. Our tip: If possible take the last railcar down and see the sunset from the top.
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Porterville | Snacks & Coffee, Art & Fashion | 150km from Cape Town
A very sweet village 150km from Cape Town. We stopped by on our way from Leopard Valley to Franschoek. There is a small coffee which also offers art from the sister of the owner and delicious drinks and snacks. There is no google entry or anything. For more information, click here.
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Tsintswalo | Chef's Warehouse at Chapman's Peak Drive |
Most scenic spot for dinner
Enjoy a lovely dinner at the most scenic spot in Cape Town. You will sit next to ocean listening to the wave and watching the sun going down over Hout Bay. Just nice!
It is a 40min drive from Cape Town's city centre in the direction Nordhoek. If you have the money, you can also stay in the Hotel.
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Oranjezicht Market | Best Market & good alternative to the Neighbourgoods Market |
Every Thursday and Sunday
The Oranjezicht Market in Cape Town, close to the stadium and Waterfront, is a farmer style market. It offers a nice view over the harbour and has a very relaxed vibe. The food market offers a large variety of styles and flavours. On top, you can get homemade soap, sustainable clothes, selfmade pesto and many more from local producers. Click here for more information around a day at the Oranjezicht Market.
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Neighbourgoods Market |
Food, Drinks, Music, Good Vibes | Old Biscuit Mill, Woodstock
The Neighbourgoods Market at Old Biscuit Mill is more or less an institution on saturday's in Cape Town. The location at the old mill is special as it has its own historical charme. The vibe is relaxed, but a bit more busy than Oranjezicht Market. People are dancing to music and are starting into the weekend while enjoying delicious food and drinks.
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Jeopard Valley | Pool, Terrace, Outdoor Shower | 250km from Cape Town
The valley is a relaxed 2.5hrs drive from Cape Town on the Namibia Route. On the way are a couple of nice wine farms and small villages worth a visit. The scenary along the way is just stunning. You can look forward to long road surrounded by nature and mountains - all over until the horizon. With some good music and open windows you will arrive in a second in a tranquil and beautiful valley. For more information where to stay and what do, click below.
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3D - Contemporary Township Artist | Nathan Chikoto Recycle Artist | Bo-Kaap
Nathan works with recycled materials and turns discarded plastic, tin cans and all sorts of found objects to create rich and many layered and textured cityscapes like this triptych of Cape Town, South Africa. The attention to detail is incredible and you have to see his work to really appreciate the 3 dimensional effect. His piece are a labour of love, created over many months, but Nathan is reluctant to sell it until he feels it is complete.
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Bo-Kaap | Cooking Class with Faldela Tolker | Cooking with Love
The cooking class with Faldela is just fun and the food super delicious. Faldela is a lovely soul. During the class she gives clear advise. You can look forward to very authentic cuisine and "Cooking with Love" is not only a slogan. If you like you can also book a tour around Bo-Kaap with her. For more information about Faldela's cooking class, just click the button below.
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Botanical Garden | Pure nature and beautiful views | Cape Town
The Botanical Garden on the ground of the Table Mountain is worth a visit and you should plan some time. Here is so much to see and you can spen hours there. Take your time and plan a picnic in the beautiful gardens or go for lunch in the restaurant.
Recommendation: Combine your visit with the Summer Concerts, which take place from December to February.
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One of the most beautiful beaches | Llandudno | Cape Town
From our view this is the prefect spot for a relaxed day at the beach. Of course Llandudno is not a secret spot anymore. However, due to the beach set-up it still has very relaxed vibe surrounded by large rocks and windless spots, where you can chill and watch the surfers.
Recommendation: Come early as there are no many parking lots.
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Kommetjie | A relaxed village with a beautiful beach | Cape Town
Kommetjie is very relaxed. Not many tourist go here. The beach is beautiful and there are some nice restaurants in the small village center.
For us Kommetjie is the perfect place - next to Scarborough - for the first accomodation. Here you can recover from a long flight and start slowely into your holidays.
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