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 Pianistsruns 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 tastes through various phases of his life.…
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FOOD XX week features women-owned businesses
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 femme forward by showcasing its incredible women…
Afternoon tea taken to new heights at the Mount Nelson
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 legendary afternoon tea to new heights.
Vicky was the pastry chef at the Mount…
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 Baxter from 2 to 19 August 2023.…
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Nuy Valley inspires notably fruity 2023 Chenin, Sauvignon Blanc
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, Nuy Winery is equally loved for its wide…
Wine and laughter with Dalin Oliver at Le Grand Domaine Enoteca
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 event.
Born and bred in Cape Town, Dalin began…
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 America's Got Talent: All-Stars.
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This season another South African choir is competing – and they’re
…Women’s Month Festival at The Drama Factory celebrates South African stories
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 everyone to enjoy, the programme…
Mervyn Gers Ceramics, where beauty meets functionality
IN December last year I was invited to Mervyn Gers Ceramics' factory in Paarden Eiland for a consultation to choose my own personal set of tableware. You can read the background story about this service here. I spent time with Shireen Ridgway, who as far as I'm concerned is the boss there and Mervyn would probably agree.
Shireen took me through so many options; the set would comprise four place…
THE late great Elmore Leonard's list of 10 rulesfor writers begins with "Never open a book with the weather". Oscar Wilde said “conversation about the weather is the last refuge of the unimaginative.” Google "quotes about weather" and you get 334 million results. Not only is talking about the weather more topical than ever right now, but it's irresistible.
Which is why I too have said much…
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All-new elements, same circus magic with MOYA
AFTER a successful three-month tour of France and Switzerland to huge acclaim, Zip Zap Circus is back in Cape Town and ready to dazzle local audiences with its sensational production MOYA, on stage at the Artscape Opera House from 3 to 6 August 2023 for five shows only.
Prepare to be transported into a world of wonder and excitement as MOYAtakes you on a thrilling journey like no other. This…
Celebrate being South African with these mushroom dishes
MANDELA DAY is an annual global celebrationthat takes place on 18 July to honour the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. This day is a call to action for individuals, communities, and organisations to take time to reflect on Mandela's values and principles and to make a positive impact in their own communities.
Today we showcase delicious proudly South African mushroom dishes for breakfast,…
AVAILABLE at more than 350 independent retailers and at almost 200 Spar stores today, The Original Louisiana Brand Hot Sauce continues to find its way into households and restaurants as the preferred hot sauce for many who enjoy heat without compromising on flavour. This year, it will launch social platforms in South Africa, the first country to do so outside of the United States, as it further…
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Big George Foreman movie on DStv Box Office this month
FOLLOW the remarkable journey of Olympic gold medallist and two-time world heavyweight champion George Foreman in Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World, coming to DStv Box Office from 28 July 2023.
Today, Foreman is best known for his famous Rumble in the Jungle boxing match with Muhammad Ali in what was then Zaîre (now the Democratic…
Three top-nominated Emmy series on Showmax
SHOWMAX is the only place in Africa to stream the three most-nominated shows overall at the 75th Emmy Awards: the family business drama Succession S4 (27 nominations), the post-apocalyptic The Last Of Us S1 (24) and the Sicily-set, sex-themed The White Lotus S2(23).
All three shows are from HBO, which received 127 Emmy nominations - the 21st time in history it received the most Primetime Emmy…