THAT is a bit of a sweeping statement but if you know, you know that winter in Cape Town is a season of extremes, from the rain to beautiful warm sunny days without the wind that comes with summer. On those days, being outdoors is nothing short of magnificent, and on a recent trip to […]
A BIG bowl of pasta is just the thing for tummy-warming comfort on a cold day – especially when it’s crammed with mushroomy goodness. Try these recipes from the South African Mushroom Farmers’ Association, and bookmark the pasta salad with spring vegetables for when the time comes. MIGHTY MUSHROOM BOLOGNESE WITH HIDDEN VEG Serves 6 […]
The previously sold-out hit show starring Jonathan Roxmouth is back for a limited season, accompanied by a full live band. Key Change – My Favourite Pianists runs at Pieter Toerien’s Theatre On The Bay from August 3-19. Jonathan will be showcasing the various piano-based comedians, singers and entertainers who have shaped and influenced his musical […]
FOOD XX presents FOOD XX WEEK from 27 to 30 July, a four-day programme featuring women-owned and women-led food and drinks businesses through various activations and collaborations. This culminates with the FOOD XX Market on 29 and 30 July at the Oranjezicht City Farm Market. This iconic (and woman-owned) weekend staple is putting its best […]
AFTERNOON tea has always been a celebrated occasion at the Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel. But with the welcome return of pastry chef Vicky Gurovich, it has reached a new level of indulgence. Back at the helm of the hotel’s pastry department after an eight-year hiatus, Vicky is on a mission to elevate The Nellie’s […]
WINNER of five Naledi Theatre Awards, The Beauty Queen of Leenane is a theatrical masterpiece by acclaimed Irish playwright Martin McDonagh (The Banshees of Inisherin, In Bruge, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Hangmen). Presented by How Now Brown Cow, the production is set for a limited transfer season to Cape Town’s Pam Golding Theatre at […]
THE fertile soil and favourable climate of the Nuy Valley in the Breede River once again inspired winemakers. The results can now be tasted in the newest additions to Nuy Wine Cellar’s popular Inspiration collection: the Nuy Inspiration Chenin Blanc 2023 and the Nuy Inspiration Sauvignon Blanc 2023. Although best known for its award-winning Muscadel, […]
A NIGHT of great wine and awesome stand-up comedy with self-proclaimed Vin Diesel look alike and “sell-out success” comedian Dalin Oliver, is something you don’t want to miss. He will be keeping you entertained at the next Le Grand Domaine Enoteca winemaker evening, on Thursday, 3 August (arrival 6pm), which falls during the Wine Town Stellenbosch […]
THE world’s biggest talent competition is back for its 18th season on M-Net DStv channel 101 on Friday 21 July 2023 at 5pm … and a South African acts is shining brighter than ever. Viewers will remember the superb Ndlovu Youth Choir that wowed audiences in season 14 of the show as well as the […]
CELEBRATING South African women through music, comedy and drama, the second Women’s Month Festival – Your Voice, Your Stage runs at The Drama Factory from 9 to 20 August. Presented by The Drama Factory and F Creations, the festival highlights female-centric productions, presenting stories created by and performed by women. Featuring a line-up with something for […]