If you’re looking for a unique dining experience in Cape Town, look no further than the Bombay Brasserie at Taj Cape Town. Situated across from the Company’s Garden and surrounded by the city’s hotspots and cultural attractions, the restaurant is ideally located to offer you a glimpse into the heart and history of the Mother City. And what better way to complete your visit than indulging in the restaurant’s signature cuisine?
Are you looking for an intimate and magical dining experience in Cape Town? Look no further than The Homestead Kitchen, a charming restaurant located on a nondescript street in Plumstead.
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has recently announced its plans to allocate over R76 million towards improving security measures in all schools across the province in the 2023/24 financial year budget. This budget, which includes significant infrastructure investment, teacher training programmes, and support plans amounting to R29.55 billion, is a major step towards creating a safer learning environment for students.
For almost six years, South African paramedic Gerco van Deventer has been held captive by a splinter AlQaeda group in Mali. The story of his abduction is a tale of tragedy, resilience, and hope. It is also a story about the complexities of negotiating for the release of hostages in a world where violence and extremism continue to threaten the lives and liberties of innocent people.
Due to the repair work on a collapsed bulk sewer main, Cape Town motorists and residents have been experiencing traffic delays and diversions. The collapsed main caused a sinkhole that severely impacted traffic on Prince George Drive, and the repair work is expected to take several weeks to complete. Despite the inconvenience and disruption caused to motorists and residents, the repair work is treated as an emergency. The City is working to ensure it is completed quickly and safely.
Cape Town has emerged as a vibrant hub for designers pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation. The city is home to a thriving design community that draws inspiration from its diverse cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and dynamic urban environment. As a result, Cape Town has plenty of talented individuals making waves in the industry, from fashion designers to product designers and interior designers to writers. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the top designers from Cape Town and their contributions to the design world.
The Dalai Lama is one of the most recognized spiritual leaders in the world, renowned for his teachings on compassion, nonviolence, and the importance of inner peace. He was born in Tibet in 1935 and was identified as the 14th reincarnation of the Dalai Lama by the age of two. At 15, he assumed political power in Tibet but was forced into exile in India in 1959 after a failed uprising against Chinese rule. Since then, he has been a vocal advocate for the rights of Tibetans and has worked tirelessly to promote peace and understanding around the world.
In Cape Town, the discovery of an unidentified girl’s body on an open field at Fisantekraal has shaken the local community and raised concerns over the circumstances surrounding her death. The incident has sparked investigations by the South African Police Service (SAPS) in the hopes of determining the cause of death and bringing the perpetrator(s) to justice.
Anglican Archbishop Thabo Makgoba has been a vocal advocate for transparency and accountability in South Africa, particularly about the theft at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm in Limpopo. During an Easter vigil at St. George’s Cathedral in Cape Town, the Archbishop emphasized the need for clarity and openness regarding the theft, calling on President Ramaphosa to provide a comprehensive account of what happened and why.
Springtime in the Franschhoek Valley means new leaves on the budding vines and fresh tastes on the menu at the Terrace Restaurant at Haute Cabrière. Nestled in the rugged slopes of the mountains above Franschhoek village, the Von Arnim family has lovingly cared for this beautiful farm for two generations. It offers exceptional views of the valley beyond.
Nobu at the One&Only Cape Town is a mustvisit for those looking for the finest JapanesePeruvian cuisine. This sleek and sophisticated venue is part of a global family of over 30 restaurants coowned by Robert de Niro and masterchef Nobu Matsuhisa. Chef Hervé Courtot, Nobu’s global executive chef, recently visited the Cape Town branch, sharing his creative and refined omakase menu with guests. His influence is felt in the restaurant’s clean, distinctive flavors and fussfree dishes, which are well worth the visit.
Located beneath the popular Grub & Vine bistro on Bree Street, The Blue Room is a jazz club and cocktail lounge that is a magnet for live music lovers in Cape Town. The club showcases some of the country’s top jazz, soul, and blues performers in a space that evokes the atmosphere of a secret speakeasy. With raw brick and blue walls, a curvy wooden ceiling, and leather seating, The Blue Room provides an intimate and cozy ambiance, enhanced by candlelight, mirrors, and a sophisticated menu.
With great sadness, we bid farewell to Wish on Florida, a restaurant that has been a staple in the Durban food scene for the past three years. The closure of this establishment marks the end of a journey undertaken by two black entrepreneurs who dared to dream of success in a notoriously tricky industry. Philani Kweyama, Wayne Ndlovu, and Benny Maverick poured their hearts and souls into Wish on Florida, and it showed in the quality of the food, the warmth of the service, and the vibrant atmosphere of the place.
As Easter approaches, Cape Town, South Africa’s “Mother City,” is gearing up for a weekend of family fun, culinary delights, and cultural festivities. For Capetonians, this is a time for renewal, reflection, and gratitude as they come together to celebrate the changing seasons, the richness of their cultural heritage, and the beauty of their natural surroundings.
Cape Town’s Lucy Heavens and Nic Smal have created a new buddycomedy animation series called ‘Kiff’ that is set to premiere on Disney+. The series draws inspiration from the creators’ experiences of growing up in the Mother City, inspired by the unique culture and environment of Cape Town.
Last year, the Department of Basic Education (DBE) partnered with several teacher unions, including SADTU, NAPTOSA, SAOU, NATU, and PEU, to train 23,636 teachers nationwide in various coding platforms. The majority, 17,611 teachers, were introduced by Tangible Africa in the BOATS and TANKS Apps, which use tangible coding methods. The other teachers were trained by three different service providers, with only one using plugged coding (computers) to train 1,600 teachers.
