Juanita Williams

You might not realise it, but there is a thread connecting locals to a number of spots that were not necessarily built for tourists. From Sepial’s quietly radical kitchen in Woodstock to Khayelitsha’s grassroots theatre, these places hold Cape Town’s real character — creative, resilient, and deeply rooted in community.  They’re built for us (but luckily we'll share). They ask you to engage, not just consume. To listen as much as you look.   And in a city where inequality can feel immovable, they remind you that hope often hides in small, stubborn acts — a market stall, a guest book, a performance in a shack. If you want to discover the authentic spirit of the Mother City, try a day trip. Weave your way through these hidden corners and meet some of our talented creators.  Morning: Markets, Green Spaces and Hidden Histories Montebello Organic Market Montebello Organic Market – A Conscious Start Within the creative hub of Montebello Studios in Newlands, the Inseason Mobile Market serves as a bridge between small-scale farmers and city kitchens. Co-founders Tapiwa Shelton Chibanda and Kelvin Munashe Chigweshe bring farm-fresh, organic produce from Philippi’s horticultural belt and Khayelitsha directly to locals. Time Out Tip: You can order a box of seasonal vegetables and free-range eggs — customised to your tastes — or browse in person, chatting to the friendly team about where your carrots grew and whose hands pulled them from the earth. Their approach is radical in its si