Shisanyama is similar to a braai or barbeque, but has its roots in South Africa’s townships. Shisanyama is a Zulu word, literally meaning “burn meat”, which refers to the way the meat is cooked over hot coals. It started off as a way for butchers to drive sales over the weekends, and today it’s one…
Allow us to introduce one of Cape Town’s best kept foodie secrets: the incredible deals available at Southern Sun Waterfront‘s bar and Yizani restaurant. The courtyard, with sun loungers and a pool, makes for the perfect sundowner venue on a summer afternoon. Lounge around poolside while sipping on cocktails and sampling some of the amazing snacks…
Cape Town is truly the ultimate summer destination: balmy evenings, cold craft drinks, beautiful beaches, cocktails and breathtaking views. Take things up a notch this season and indulge in the yacht life! Here are a few of our top picks for a styling summer yacht experience. Party like a rockstar The Mirage is the biggest…
The AfroFest is a citywide festival celebrating African culture. This September, the event will put the freshest African art, music, craft and food in the city under the spotlight. This collaborative festival boasts a programme with a variety of events ranging from music and dance to film, and will bring phenomenal support for homegrown artists…
Radisson Red is well known for bringing young, fresh energy to all aspects of its business. The new Lead Kitchen (head chef), Naseer Abdullah, is no exception. He grew up in Mitchells Plain on the Cape Flats, and never suspected that food would be his calling. When he dropped out of school at grade 11,…
A is for Atlantic Cape Town is the meeting point of two oceans—the Atlantic and the Indian. The Atlantic Ocean on the west is cold, while the Indian Ocean is warmed by the equatorial waters from the north. The mixing of these currents makes for the astounding marine diversity Cape Town is known for. From great…
South Africa has 11 official languages and many more cultures, but there’s one thing that unites us: getting together with friends to cook over hot coals. The humble braai or shisanyama is as South African as it gets. Everyone has clear ideas about what makes for a good braai: lamp chops, chicken, or grilled veggies?…
Cape Town’s flower season from August to late September is pretty spectacular. We asked you for your best flower photos from this year’s blooms and you delivered. READ: Where to see the flowers in Cape Town View the blooming beautiful flowers below and share your photos by emailing fb@capetown.travel or tagging us in your social…
Finding your escape through the pages of a book is often the best travel inspiration. To celebrate International Literacy Day on 8 September, we highlight some books with Cape Town as the backdrop. A selection of fiction and non-fiction that will inspire you to visit Cape Town and uncover the best the Mother City has…
The koesister is a sweet and spicy delicacy that is a taste of home for many locals and now there’s a special day dedicated to it. What’s the difference between a koesister and a koeksister? Both these South African treats are deep fried and dipped in a sugar syrup, however that’s where the similarities end….
Aquila Private Game Reserve is one of the only places near Cape Town where visitors can see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and Cape Buffalo). It’s a luxurious haven for overnight stays, and makes for a fantastic day trip too. But there can’t be a better time than spring (September – November) to…
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway turns 90 this October. A lot has changed since that first trip up the mountain on 4 October 1929. Read on to find out the major changes that have laid the way for the Cableway as it is today. Before the Cableway Before 1929, the only way up was to hike: a…
