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  • Raising a Glass to Fierce Femmes: Women in Wine at Culture Wine Bar

    Culture Wine Bar is putting women front and center this August—and not just on the playlist. In celebration of Women’s Month, they’re spotlighting South Africa’s trailblazing women winemakers with a disco-charged, wine-filled bash that’s as delicious as it is empowering. 🍷 Women in Wine | 29 August | 6PM | R350 Think tasting room meets […] More

  • Whisky, Art & Conversation: Compass Box Stirs the South African Spirit Scene

    Compass Box Whisky, the maverick Scotch brand known for its boundary-breaking approach to blending, storytelling, and transparency, has made a striking entrance into the South African market with a series of intimate, high-concept events designed to introduce its newly launched Core Collection. More than just tastings, these activations have reimagined what whisky engagement can look […] More

  • Women’s Day Lunches Cape Town 2025

    This year, Women’s Day will fall on Saturday, the 9th of August 2025. It’s a day that marks the anniversary of the great women’s march of 1956, where women marched to the Union Buildings to protest against the carrying of pass books. It’s important to understand our history but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate a […] More

  • Ocean Basket’s 30th Birthday Bash Keeps Rolling into August

    Ocean Basket extends its 30th birthday specials until 31 August, so there’s still time to dive into iconic platters, seafood burgers, and fan-favourites from the Greatest Hits Menu. Ocean Basket celebrated its 30th birthday on 16 July 2025, marking three decades of flavour-packed feasts, shared tables, and feel-good Mediterranean spirit. But the party isn’t over […] More

  • Why Women Should Eat More Mushrooms – According to Science

    As Women’s Day is celebrated in South Africa on August 9, it’s time to focus on optimum women’s health, with fresh mushrooms as wing women on issues from anti-ageing to better gut health. “Gender differences in health outcomes are well-documented, with women living longer but experiencing more chronic health conditions than men,” notes a 2024 […] More

  • Sip, Snap, Safari: Win a Luxe Getaway with Bertha’s and Devil’s Peak!

    If your perfect afternoon includes a cold beer and a killer view, Bertha’s Restaurant has just the competition for you—one that could turn your pint into a prize-winning getaway. From 1 June to 31 September 2025, every 500ml Devil’s Peak draught enjoyed at Bertha’s brings you one step closer to a fully paid 2-night stay […] More

  • Lunch Just Got Upgraded: Weekday Bliss at 96 Winery Road

    If your lunch hour is feeling a little… uninspired, 96 Winery Road has the perfect cure. Their Midday Lunch Special is turning weekday meals into something worth booking in advance—and honestly, who wouldn’t want a bit of wine with their workday? Running Monday to Saturday until 31 August, this R220 special is a triple treat: […] More

  • WIN: A Toast to Spring at Oude Werf – Join the Sip the Season Celebration!

    Spring is in the air—and it’s carrying notes of bubbly, sunshine, and just the right amount of sparkle. To toast the season in style, Oude Werf and The Stellenbosch Hotel are teaming up for a relaxed afternoon of wine, small bites, and live beats right in the heart of town. And guess what? You and […] More

  • Time to Breathe: A Soulful Women’s Retreat at Knorhoek

    Between the endless to-do lists and life’s constant noise, here’s something rare: two whole days just for you. From 30–31 August 2025, Knorhoek invites 15 women to step away from the rush and into something slower, softer, and more nourishing. Set on a historic farm framed by mountains, trees, and birdsong, this women’s retreat promises […] More

  • A Spiced-Up Spin on Tradition: Indian High Tea at Taj Cape Town

    If your idea of Afternoon Tea involves delicate cucumber sandwiches and Earl Grey in bone china—think again. Taj Cape Town has reimagined this timeless ritual with bold flavours, local flair, and a distinctly Indian-Cape twist. It’s heritage, elegance, and indulgence stacked on a tiered stand—and it’s calling your name. Afternoon Tea at the Taj isn’t […] More

  • Garden Parties & Sweet Moments: Host Your Next Celebration with High Tea at The Homestead

    If your idea of a perfect celebration includes dainty tarts, crisp cucumber sandwiches, and a chilled glass of bubbly, The Homestead’s High Tea experience may be your new go-to. Tucked away in a lush, leafy garden, The Homestead offers an elegant yet easygoing setting for birthdays, baby showers, anniversaries, or simply gathering your favourite people—just […] More

  • Tagliatelle Tuesday Special at Filini: Pasta, Small Bites & Pure Italian Joy!

    Cape Town foodies, pencil this in: Tuesdays are now reserved for pasta. And not just any pasta—Filini’s Tagliatelle Tuesdays bring bold Italian flavour, house-made flair, and a sprinkle of free deliciousness into the mix. For just R200, diners can tuck into one of Filini’s signature pasta dishes—like the saucy Caprese Rigatoni, seafood-packed Fettuccine Prawn, or […] More