Top Sushi Specials I’m on a sushi mission at the moment. So while I’m testing I thought I’d help you guys out and compile a list of my favourite sushi specials. I’m not a huge fan of all you can eat sushi, mostly because I lack self control and don’t need an excuse to over …

The Good Food and Wine Show this year was fantastic. We went on the Thursday evening, partly in an attempt to avoid some of the crowds and partly to make sure that we had enough time and space to visit all the stalls that we wanted to. This year instead of trying to do everything, …

I’m really looking forward to the Burgundy Lover’s Festival – a wine show with only Chardonnay and Pinot Noir – being held at the Vineyard Hotel in Newlands. I’ve included the details below, but if the show is anything like last years it definitely should not be missed!   Wines on show include some of …

Gugs Wine Show – My New Favourite Thing to Do in Cape Town Wine events are usually my favourite way to spend an evening, learning more about different varietals and vintages, speaking to passionate wine makers and meeting different people with interesting jobs and perspectives on life. The Gugulethu Festival was all of this and …

I am so excited to have got my hands on the Entertainer Book. For those who haven’t heard of it, it’s a full book of vouchers for products and services in Cape Town, some in Johannesburg, and a number of hotels worldwide.   Cape Town Restaurants in The Entertainer   What I’m most looking forward …

As we head into winter and Capetonians prepare for hibernation, the Cape Town Events scene simultaneously quietens down a little. There are a couple of foodie events happening this month, but my favourite things to do in Cape Town for June are mostly on the arty side of life. Also, I’ve included the Hermanus FynArts Festival because …

Sundowner Drinks At The Bascule Bar   Last night I attended the pre-opening of the recently re-done Bascule Bar at the Cape Grace. Over the years we’ve been to many events, functions and after work drinks at the Bascule. And it’s always been a convenient, beautiful place to stop. But the recent renovations have made a …

Wilhelm Saayman Exhibition Opening at the Erdmann Contemporary Gallery Last night I was invited to attend the opening night of Wilhelm Saayman’s exhibition at the Erdmann Contemporary Gallery. It was interesting to meet the artist himself and learn more about what inspires him and some of the ideas and emotion behind his work. I’ve included …

Last weekend was Cape Town’s inaugural Brandy Fusion Festival held at the ICC. I wasn’t sure what to expect not being a very big brandy drinker myself. But I was excited to learn about brandy, its origins and the current South African brandy scene.   Some of my favourite stands from the evening included the …

Wow, May is the event month for foodies (and people who enjoy wine – although they’re usually one and the same). My pick of Cape Town events for May are the Riebeek Valley Olive Festival, Elgin Cool Wine and Country Festival, the Fine Brandy Fusion Festival and my perennial favourite, the Cape Town Good Food …