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Cape Malay Flair at the Conservatory, Table Bay Hotel
With their soft, caramel skins and wide smiles, the Cape Malay people are a proud element of our South African culture. Arriving in Cape Town, originally as slaves from Java, in the late 1600’s, not only did this proud and attractive people bring with them the Moslem faith and fine architecture, they also brought with them a unique cookery style, introducing exciting mixtures of pungent spices that has had a heady influence on traditional South African … Read entire article »
Filed under: South Africa Travel
Calling all Sushi & Cocktail fans in Cape Town!
Sevruga in Cape Town, located at the iconic Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is a MUST Experience! It opened in June 2009 after a much anticipated wait. It is the sister restaurant to the world renowned Beluga Restaurant – and boy is it a true dining sensation. Not only do you have some of the world most spectacular views to relax and enjoy, especially sitting outside on their amazing terrace, but the polished marble entrance, solid wooden flooring, unique American Walnut walls and absolutely fantastically comfortable chairs all combine to create a real feast for the senses. Not even the bathrooms have been spared with their designer attention to detail and fabulous crystal chandeliers! Sitting surrounded by almost 3000 bottles of brilliant vintage South African wines is also a great way to whet … Read entire article »
Filed under: Gourmet South Africa
Top things to do in Cape Town
With so much to see in Cape Town, it is often very difficult to work out what the best things to see and do are in a limited time – and of course, you don’t want to miss out on anything exciting, so I have compiled a list of my top things to do in Cape Town. 1. Climb Table Mountain Yes, I know there is a fabulous ariel cableway that takes 4 minutes to reach the … Read entire article »
Filed under: Cape Town Activities, South Africa Travel