The best boutique hotel in the fynbos. A stay at the African Pride Arabella Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection is not complete without a taste of all this luxurious boutique hotel has to offer. Begin your day with a delicious, hearty breakfast before unwinding in their wellness spa and strolling through the rolling lawns and…
It’s all candlelight and drapery. The Towers restaurant sets palates abuzz with fine dining in the form of a simple, yet creative and well-thought out menu that is the pride of the executive chefs. Expect charred salmon belly, steak frites with kimchi slaw and jus, curried kingklip, mushroom and goats cheese tortellini and more, with…
Party on the beach. Blowfish restaurant’s motto is seafood, sushi, sunset. But what about succulent beef fillet, truffle-infused mash, penne rocco and pork belly skewer? Add to that some spicy, creamy szechuan calamari, Mediterranean vegetable and quinoa salad and their signature chocolate cheesecake – cheesecake with a brownie centre! Sounds like a good place to…
Dance off all those carbs. Bellevue Wine Estate’s restaurant makes for the best lazy afternoon lunch with its giant veranda and never-ending lawns. Pair your favourite Bellevue wine with fried angelfish with linguine and spinach, slow roast venison shank, the favourite beef burger or pesto pasta and some apple crumble for dessert. Mmmm! Their next…
Winter warmers to ward off the chillies! They’ve been making pinotage since 1950 – so they know a thing or two! The grounds are rich in history and soil that makes for a great bouquet. Sample their award-winning wines in their tasting room, or simply enjoy their range while sitting comfortably in their restaurant while…
…or with anything really. The menu at Kunjani was curated under the watchful eye of Head Chef Lamek Mnisi, who has been at the helm of the Kunjani kitchen since it’s opening in November 2017. Not only did he look for high quality ingredients and innovative ideas when creating the menu, but he continually changes…
Wear your best frills. Conveniently close to the Cape Town International Airport, Hotel Verde is a jetsetter’s dream. They host A-grade conference facilities, an indoor gym, an eco pool with a natural water filtration system and no harmful chemicals or sterilisers, and, of course, a restaurant that uses sustainable produce and herbs from their own…
Here us roar. Find shelter from the Cape Town winds while still having that beach experience at Shimmy Beach Club. You can still don your heels if you want to feel like a lady – then lose it to squish your toes in the sand. Not to mention that their menu is to die for…
Because we need some festive spirit in all this cold. Salty sea air works up the perfect appetite for Ben’s on the Beach Grill – beetroot and goat’s cheese dressing, seafood casserole or Tuscan style pork belly and deep fried mozzarella with lemon curd and berry coulis for dessert. Dreaming of a cold rainy Christmas…
The only way to start the weekend. Reuben’s & Co on the beautiful Val de Vie Estate offers all things light and fresh for breakfast and lunch. From butternut ravioli and the universal favourite beef burger with parmesan mayo to creamy coconut and tamarind curry and crème brulée with millionaire shortbread, the talents of Mr…
Summer is on the way. Strolla is the perfect mix of French chic and easy-going beachside dining. From cheesy pizza, prime Portuguese steak, heart-warming soups and decedent desserts, we know where to go to lift our spirits and fill our bellies. It’s almost spring, which means it’s almost summer, which means pool party! On Heritage…
The best things come in threes. Home Bru Café – emphasis on the ‘bru’ – is, well, home. The café boasts a friendly, homely, one-of-a-kind atmosphere and as its name suggests, cooks up a good brew too! You’ll fit right in at Home Bru Café, which was created as a safe space for entrepreneurs and…
