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AS I drove into Franschhoek along first the R44 then the R45, I was enchanted by how lush and green it looked, courtesy of a wonderfully wet winter and a deliciously damp spring. We're into the downhill stretch of December and this very week I wore long sleeves and put an extra blanket on my bed…
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IN celebration of one of the most recognised South African artists of the 21st century, Mervyn Gers Ceramics will offer a limited range of Battiss-inspired platters and bowls in time for the festive season. Walter Battiss (1906 - 1982) was regarded as one of South Africa's first and most…
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THE Manor House at Brookdale Estate is celebrating its first festive season with the launch of a special offer for locals seeking a luxurious, winelands escape during the holiday season. Escape the hustle and bustle, and retreat to the tranquility of the Paarl wine estate at the foothills of the…
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IN the mood to groove to the upbeat tunes of some of Cape Town’s legendary DJs like Tamara Chetty, DJ Willy, Dilo Xclusiv and Shylo? Then make your way to Nederburg in Paarl on Saturday, 27 November, for an exciting outdoor live music experience on the sprawling lawn surrounding the winery’s The…
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VAN RYN’S new Sundown Fridays and Trivia Nights include all of life’s greatest pleasures – live music, award-winning brandy, cocktails, platters and great company. The laid-back Friday Sundowner vibe, from 5pm till 8pm on the 26th, is set in the gardens of the beautiful, atmospheric …
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HAVING played to standing ovations and critical acclaim in the USA in 2014 and 2019, Abrahamse & Meyer Productions is thrilled to announce its celebrated production of Yukio Mishima’s modern Noh masterpiece The Lady Aoi is finally coming home to the Mother City when it opens in the Artscape…
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THE Poetry in McGregor Festival, an annual highlight on the festival calendar in the Western Cape, is now in its ninth year. Set in the beautiful village of McGregor, this unique event brings together poets and poetry lovers from all over the country for a feast of the written word. This year's…
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GET on your marks to kick-start summer in the Ceres Valley and join the Loxtonia Cherry Trail Run through scenic landscapes and apple orchards on Saturday, 27 November. It's a spectacular time in the valley with the apple trees in full bloom and the cherry picking season beckoning. The family…
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FROM bow ties to braaibroodjies, Wine Town Stellenbosch is a new de-centralised wine festival that brings you the best of the City of Oaks over five days, from Wednesday, November 3 to Sunday, November 7. In the blend of this local wine and food showcase are a series of events to take place at…
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IN the spirit of Catherina Ras, the first landowner of Steenberg in 1682, a market will be held at Steenberg on October 29 from 10am, to support and celebrate female entrepreneurs. Thirty small business owners will be showcasing their handcrafted, artisanal goods. A range of specialty items, from…
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