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Terrarium, the edgy fine dining restaurant at the Queen Victoria Hotel by Newmark Hotels & Reserves in Cape Town, has been awarded Silver in the Best International Newcomer Wine List category at the Star Wine List of the Year International Open 2025 — the global awards platform recognising outstanding wine programmes in hospitality. Terrarium is […] More
Tucked near the cliffs of Cape Point with ocean views that’ll make your eggs jealous, Black Marlin is not just about seafood and sunsets—this spot knows how to do breakfast right. Whether you’re kicking off a coastal road trip or just easing into the day with coffee and a sea breeze, their breakfast menu hits […] More
If you’re heading out on a day trip to Simon’s Town and skipping breakfast, you’re doing it wrong. Just a few steps from the harbor—with views that make your coffee taste even better—Bertha’s Restaurant is dishing up the kind of breakfast that sets the tone for a seaside adventure. [full menu] Whether you’re fueling up […] More
Tucked away in the picturesque Tulbagh Valley, just an hour’s drive from Cape Town, lies a haven for group getaways: Waterval Country Lodge. Whether it’s a family reunion, a friends’ retreat, or a corporate team-building escapade, this lodge offers the perfect blend of comfort, adventure, and camaraderie. Accommodations in Tulbagh That Bring People Together Waterval […] More
Sea Point just got a little tastier. After a stunning refurbishment and a whole lot of love poured into every corner, Cozco Mediterranean is back—and better than ever. The family-run favorite has always been a local gem, but now, with a warm glow, rattan lights, and a design that says “stay a while,” Cozco has […] More
If you’ve ever popped into The Bike Forge in Tulbagh for a pizza and a pint, chances are you’ve noticed a striking green blazer proudly framed on the wall — a sartorial shout-out to one of South Africa’s most legendary motorcycle daredevils: “Dynamite” Dan Joubert. This isn’t just any jacket. It’s a 1956 South African […] More
If you’re looking for the perfect public holiday game plan, Bike Forge in Tulbagh has officially taken pole position. With opening hours fine-tuned for your convenience and a menu that reads like a biker’s dream, it’s the go-to pit stop whether you’re rolling in on two wheels or four. 🕘 Special Public Holiday Hours: 🏍️ […] More
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if there’s ever been a time to pull out all the stops for the queens in our lives—this is it. Whether she’s your mom, gran, dog mom, bonus mom, or the friend who moms everyone in the group chat, Urban Umami’s got your back with the ultimate Bubbly […] More
This Autumn, Backsberg Family Wines takes indulgence to new heights with the perfect pairing of their Plum Valley Merlot and the decadence of chocolate. At the heart of Easter celebrations is the estate’s acclaimed Plum Valley Merlot—an elegant, full-bodied red that pairs beautifully with chocolate and rich desserts. To complement the wine’s fruit-forward notes and […] More
The generously appointed new Spier Spa is a haven of peace and quiet, surrounded by indigenous fynbos gardens that soothe your senses from the moment you step inside its private courtyard, which sits beside a tranquil apothecary garden. This beautifully landscaped, secluded space is complete with its own outdoor plunge pool. The perfect antidote to […] More
It started as a medicinal elixir, was embraced by the Old Fashioned at the advent of cocktail history, and has been a mainstay of cocktail culture for two hundred years… now ANGOSTURA® aromatic bitters has come full circle and is the ideal ingredient to enhance the newest cocktail trend of all, functional mixology. If you […] More
Terrarium, the edgy fine dining restaurant at the Queen Victoria Hotel by Newmark Hotels & Reserves in Cape Town, has been nominated for Best International Newcomer Wine List 2025 by Star Wine List — the global awards platform recognising outstanding wine programmes in hospitality. Terrarium is one of only two South African establishments named among […] More