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All things beautiful – Flickr pic of the day

This photo of the beautiful and colourful V&A Waterfront mall was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Billy Youngson, aka billyyoungson.

Snapshots of Table Mountain

The aptly named Table Mountain is one of Cape Town’s best-known landmarks. The mountain, which has unusually rich biodiversity, was recently named one of the New7Wonders of Nature.

Romantic Proposals at Cape Point, the Tip of Africa

The thing about getting hitched, these days, is that - thanks to a generation of over-zealous romantics, and a deluge of big-budget tear-jerking romantic comedies - going down on one knee over a pint at your local pub just isn’t going to cut it. Apparently a casual question around the Sunday morning breakfast table is also considered unacceptable these days.

Facebook Feedback Friday: the best pizza in Cape Town

Yesterday evening we asked people who like the I ♥ Cape Town Facebook page: “Which restaurant serves the best pizza in Cape Town?” It generated a fierce debate, with hundreds of comments from our Facebook fans.

View from the majestic Lion’s Head – Flickr pic of the day

This spectacular panoramic image, taken from the summit of Lion’s Head, was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Justin Govender, aka inlite studio.

Your Cape Town Weekend: top 3 cocktail spots

It’s Happy Hour in Cape Town, Mother City lovers, and you know what that means … delicious, fruity, half-priced cocktails to kick start your weekend in our gorgeous hometown! Whether you’re a Cosmopolitan, Sex on the Beach or Mojito fanatic, you’ll find them all right here on our sunny shores, so join me at the following cocktail spots from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 February, 2013:

UCT has Sax Appeal in the Mother City

The University of Cape Town (UCT)‘s annual Sax Appeal magazine showcases some of the best South African writers and satirists, and introduces readers to some fresh talent from the students too. This morning, UCT students were out and about selling the 2013 edition of Sax Appeal in Cape Town and its surrounding suburbs. Check out some of the pictures from Twitter earlier.

Stormers vs Boland Cavaliers at Cape Town Stadium

Cape Town Stadium will host a rugby match between the Stormers and the Boland Cavaliers on Saturday, with kick-off at 14h45.

Magical Madame Zingara’s Seaside Spectacular in Cape Town

A glimpse behind a magical velvet curtain, a whiff of sea breeze in the air and a feeling deep within your soul that anything is possible … this is what a night at the enchanting Madame Zingara’s Miracle Tour promises – and boy, does it deliver!

The happy couple – Flickr pic of the day

This photo of a happy couple celebrating their engagement at Noordhoek Beach was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Quintin Leslie Gilman, aka Quintin Gilman (QLG Photography).

Cape Town summer weather: why so many Northern hemisphere residents come for six months

Cape Town is a popular destination for expats, who have decided to leave their country of origin and head for warmer climes – we look at some of the reasons why expats choose to call Cape Town home.

Land, water and sky – Flickr pic of the day

This photo of Cape Town showing off one of her stunning views was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Mujahid ur Rehman, aka Mujahid’s Photography.

Red Hot Chili Peppers in Cape Town: photos

See photos from the Red Hot Chili Peppers concert in Cape Town and share any of yours with us on Facebook or Twitter, we will update images as they come in.

Alternative Music Venues in Cape Town

Cape Town is synonymous with live music – from being the host of the annual International Jazz Festival, to the Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts, and a number of famous international acts. There’s also a number of alternative music venues in the Mother City.

Life’s a Beach in Cape Town

The Mother City is blessed with an abundance of white sandy beaches, that stretch on further than the eye can see. With spectacular views of Cape Town’s landmarks, and refreshingly cold ocean water, it’s no wonder that Cape Town was voted Best Beach Destination in Africa at the World Travel Awards 2012.

Girls’ getaways in Cape Town for the non-Valentine’s Day celebrators

If the sight of a cherub shooting arrows at loved-up couples and the over-the-top teddy bears and hearts displays in retail stores makes you see red, chances are you’re not in the mood to celebrate Valentine’s Day … at least not in the traditional sense. I understand, Mother City fans, I do, which is why I’ve compiled a list of fabulous getaway spots for us singletons to see this commercialised holiday through.

Paradise – Flickr pic of the day

This photo of a tranquil beach found along the scenic route to Hout Bay was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Graham Bartholomew, aka graham_bart.

Visit Cape Town after your African safari

While one week isn’t sufficient time to properly explore Cape Town, let alone Africa, this timeframe is a reality for many travellers, and thousands manage this every year.

Public transport plan for Red Hot Chili Peppers concert

The City of Cape Town has put a public transport plan in place for Tuesday night’s Red Hot Chili Peppers concert at the Cape Town Stadium.

Cape Town city centre – Flickr pic of the day

This photograph of the Cape Town city centre was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Aquila.

J&B Met 2013 Twitter pictures

The 201 J&B Met took place at Kenilworth Racecourse on February 2. See some photos from the event that were posted on Twitter.

Cape Town Tens 2013: social media photos

The Cape Town Tens took place at Hamilton’s Rugby Club in Green Point on February 1 and 2.

Cape Town Stadium – Flickr pic of the day

This photograph of the Cape Town Stadium from an unusual angle and behind trees was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member mikkelz.

J&B Met 2013 photos: Made to Fly

The 2013 J&B Met took place at Kenilworth Racecourse in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs today, attended by more than 40 000 people.

J&B Met 2013 results: Martial Eagle takes the glory

The 2013 J&B Met was won by Martial Eagle, a seven-year-old gelding, ridden by Aldo Domeyer and owned by Yogas Govender, who is now R2.5 million richer.  The odds of Martial Eagle winning were 80-1 and the result stunned the crowd, who had largely backed the favourite, Jackson, who disappointed by finishing fifth.

Good luck, Bafana Bafana! – Flickr pic of the day

This picture of two Cape Town fans cheering on Bafana Bafana was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Lance Peters, aka FreeLANCEr Productions.

Dirty Dancing’s Baby is having the Time of Her Life in Cape Town

Nobody puts Baby in a corner – and there is no doubt that the beautiful Bryony Whitfield, who plays the iconic character in Dirty Dancing: the Classic Story on Stage at the Artscape Theatre, will ever find herself in that position in Cape Town.

Friday Facebook Feedback: your favourite sundowner spots

Yesterday evening we asked people who like the I ♥ Cape Town Facebook page: “Where is the best spot for sundowners in Cape Town?” Some of the most common answers were the Blue Peter Hotel in Bloubergstrand, Winchester Mansions in Sea Point and Lion’s Head.

Experience Africa in Greenmarket Square

Africa is a large continent filled with people of many different cultures, and here in Cape Town you can experience a lot of what the continent has to offer.

Sunset Beach Long Exposure – Flickr pic of the day

This beautiful photograph of Table Mountain was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member smee.bruce.
 
 

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