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Best New Year’s Eve parties in and around Cape Town
If you’re planning to dance the night away or spend a chill time with the family, we’ve got you covered
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Events: What’s on in Cape Town
Cape Town brings the goods when it comes to a jam-packed schedule of concerts and events
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The best Christmas lights and carols events in Cape Town
Whether you're after a free family outing, a traditional carols concert or an evening of Christmas classics with a glass of wine, plenty is happening across...
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The 10 most expensive restaurants in Cape Town
If you've got an appetite for fine dining, and a lottery win or year-end bonus burning a hole in your pocket, here's where to book...
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The best sweetmeats spots in Cape Town
From syrupy jalebi to creamy burfi, Cape Town’s Indian confectioners have perfected the art of making every festive moment a little sweeter
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The best Christmas Day lunches in Cape Town
Cape Town is home to award-winning restaurants. So take advantage of it!
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Siv Ngesi
The contrasts of the Mother City have shaped Siv Ngesi from the start, making him as Capetonian as they come
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Justine Mahoney
With her latest solo show on display at Southern Guild until 9 April, visual artist Justine Mahoney shares her favourite corners of Cape Town...
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Karen Dudley
Cape Town’s much-loved tastemaker shares her favourite places to eat, shop and explore in the city…
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The ultimate guide to the Cape Winelands
We've explored the Cape Winelands to find the experiences worth travelling for
Sport and fitness
The best country parkruns across the Cape
Turn your Saturday five-kay into a micro-adventure when you tackle one of the best parkruns in the Cape countryside
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The 22 best places to go for Christmas in the world in 2026
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The best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in the world
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