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The official noticeboard for Cape Town’s lifestyle scene. Browse the latest press releases, industry announcements, event previews, and new product launches across food, entertainment, and hospitality in the Mother City.
Ramenhead to open on Kloof Street
BUSTLING Kloof Street is soon to be the new home of the FYN Group’s much-loved casual eatery, Ramenhead. The popular Japanese street food concept first opened its doors on Parliament… →
The Masque presents the 2026 One-Act Play Festival
FEATURING four original one-act plays by local playwrights, this year’s festival offers an exciting programme of new local theatre. Across comedy, drama, suspense and mystery, audiences will encounter compelling stories,… →
Celebrate Women’s Day weekend with high tea at Cellars-Hohenort
THE Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa will be pulling out all the stops during the Women’s Day long weekend with a special high tea celebrating the women who inspire, nurture and… →
Triple threat Jayden Dickson to guest in CTCB’s Swingtime
FOLLOWING its sold-out season at the 2026 Maynardville Festival, Cape Town City Ballet (CTCB) is bringing Sean Bovim’s Swingtime to the Adam Small theatre stage in Stellenbosch next month. A vibrant celebration… →
Cosy tables, comfort food and irresistible offers
WHEN the weather gets wintery, South Africans swap hikes and beach days for fireside hangouts. Good food and cosy gatherings are among the season’s greatest pleasures. The cooking gets slower, the dishes more indulgent, and some… →
SA and international dance talent for International Ballet Competition
ONE hundred and fifteen promising young ballet dancers will gather in Cape Town from 4 to 6 August 2026 for the 13th South African International Ballet Competition (SAIBC) at Artscape,… →
A winter win for Paarl: one destination, many reasons to visit
WHEN the Cape winter sets in, the best outings are the ones that don’t ask too much of you: a scenic drive, a good lunch, something warm in hand, a… →
The Fool’s Guide… to Living and Dying… at The Baxter this August
ANDREW BUCKLAND is back at the Baxter Studio with his latest, award-wining The Fool’s Guide… To Living and Dying, from 4 to 15 August 2026 at 7.30pm with Saturday matinees… →
Cheyne Morrisby brings modern Japanese dining to Riebeek Kasteel
RIEBEEK KASTEEL has long been one of the Western Cape’s favourite weekend escapes, celebrated for wine, olive estates, art galleries and a flourishing food culture. This season, acclaimed chef and… →
First Choice launches range of high protein fuel bars
FIRST CHOICE, a pioneer in the high-protein beverage category, has launched its new High Protein Fuel Bars, expanding its successful range into the snacking segment. Designed to combine great taste… →
Cape Town-born platform Artsifi turns social spaces into living galleries
FOR many, the hardest part of making a living from art is being seen. Artists create approximately 25 to 50 works a year, yet 85% of artists earn very little.… →
South Africa’s finest At Caroline’s 2026 Red Wine Review
CAROLINE RILLEMA’S 2026 edition of her annual Red Wine Review, one of the most prestigious tasting events on the South African wine calendar, will be staged on Thursday, 30 July (5pm-9pm)… →