In an age where computers are introduced in toddlerhood, how encouraging that A is for Apple is fighting the good fight to keep books and their magical allure alive among the...

This encyclopedic treasure chest of pan-African objets, local ceramic art and high-end indigenous craft sets the gold standard far above banal curio. Weaving an intoxicating...

Proprietors Harry and Sipho bring a generation's love, knowledge and fieldwork to this unique store. African Image has come to define the juxtaposition of antique Africana...

This is a unique doorway into the music of a continent, which plays a seminal role in so many of the sounds we regard as part of our aural wallpaper. The atmosphere is relaxed...

High-street footwear fashions are the name of the game here - sparkly impossibly high heels are an all-round staple, knee-high boots in winter and pumps and thongs for the...

A foodie beacon in de Waterkant, this laid-back Italian setup is a restaurant and deli in one, and if you're stocking up on goodies for your pantry at home you'll find...

For true Thai treatments, visit Angsana Spa, where specialists trained by the international spa group are on hand to offer a selection of Asian speciality treatments as well as...

At Apsley 2 brands such as Christian Louboutin rub shoulders with the likes of Ralph Lauren and Hermès in eye-catching fashion and homeware displays.

A recent style overhaul and refurb has breathed new life into the Arabella Spa - and it remains one of the city's best. Drink in the panoramic city views and let their superb...

Specialising in limited-edition and unusual sports footwear, small-run T-shirts and cult literature on design and popular culture, this achingly trendy and pared-down store is...

Tucked away in a grow-your-own retail arcade on Cape Town's trendy Long Street, Baobab Books is the city's best-kept between-the-covers secret. Discover amazing rarities among...

This eclectic shop should be your first port of call when going gift hunting. There is something for all tastes, ranging from wire woven baskets, cacti and pop-art pics to...

At Ben Sherman lads about town stock up on the brand's trademark shirts and cutting-edge T-shirt designs.