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The South Africa Edit

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my other home, across the globe. there are countless things to do, see, eat and drink - this barely scractches the surface, but will give you the things we do and places we go year after year. they hit every time, every year.
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Cape Town

A curated guide to the Mother City’s warm light, ocean air, and effortlessly cool urban living. Where culture, coastline, and style meet.

 
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a fit for everyone
Green Point Park and Biodiversity Showcase Garden
 
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one of my most beloved experiences
The Dunes | Best Beach Horse Ride in the World
 
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if you do absolutely nothing else in cape town - don't miss this beloved favorite!
Oranjezicht City Farm Market
 
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another do not miss market! look up the schedule in advance!
KAMERS/Makers (@kamersmakers)
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a local and neighborhood favorite
The Old Biscuit Mill Market
 
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excellent way to view some of the local creatives, especially if you are short on time to the cape town area.
The Watershed
 
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worth the research of which one to go to, and what time to go!
Camp's Bay Beach (2026) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
 
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for when you don't want to drive to the winelands
Groot Constantia

Restaurants

A thoughtfully edited list of the places that capture the Western Capes soul — from coastal cafés to fine-casual treasures worth lingering over.

 
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worth the drive and the wind.
Wolfgat
 
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it just hits every. single. time.
Thali Restaurant
 
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there just are no words. every womans dream is to have a coffee shop-bakery-antiqiue-vintage-homegoods-shop-that-also-sells-dresses. this is that.
Pajamas and Jam eatery
 
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one of my most memorable dining experiences from my early days in cape town. it hits.
Chefs Warehouse & Canteen
 
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every bit as cute as the town itself
The Foodbarn Café & Tapas
 
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the experience is equally as amazing as the food.
The Pot Luck Club
 
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dine like a local
Our Local Kloof Street
 
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the experience is so unique and worth the parking headache
Truth Coffee Roasting
 
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it is as special as it looks.
Chefs Warehouse at Tintswalo Atlantic
 
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the courses simply do not stop coming.
Galjoen
 
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everything you want for all day dining
Maggy Lou's
 
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excellent coffee and pastries
BLACK MEDICINE COFFEE, Hermanus - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone ...
 
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if you find yourself anywhere near Stanford, this is worth the detour in aesthetics alone, but the food and hospitality are amazing
Madre Stanford

Cape Winelands

 
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it is worth the hype in every way. do not miss.
Babylonstoren
 
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there actually are not words to describe the magic of this place.
Soetmelksvlei – A family experience by Babylonstoren.
 
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endless activities and so family friendly!
Luxury Hotel in Stellenbosch Winelands | Spier Hotel Stay
 
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quintessential wine estate. locals tip? don't miss the friday night market.
Boschendal
 
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you will spend so much more time in this space than you can ever imagine!
La Motte Wine Farm
 
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do not miss The Mill for coffee
La Cotte Farm
 
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carbs? say less.
Motherdough Franschhoek
 
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seriously underrated, best kids play area too!
Vergelegen Wine Estate