The fine dining myth – Why luxury dining is becoming less formal and more memorable
Many diners now say that the experience is more important than the price of the meal - the finding reflects a broader shift in consumer expectations.
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Feathers, philanthropy, and funny business: Marc Lottering heads to KMF’s A-list Hummingbird Ball!
Comedy with a cause - Marc Lottering takes flight at The Kay Mason Foundation's Hummingbird Ball in Cape Town - he'll be joined by…
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Cape Town
Steenberg Comedy Night brings South Africa’s top comedy talent to the Constantia Valley
Steenberg Comedy Night features comedian Yaaseen Barnes, broadcaster Dalin Oliver, writer KG Mokgadi, and singer, skit-maker and musical comedian Waseem Fredericks.
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Cape Town
Get outdoors and picnic on the grass at Cape Point Vineyards
Picnic baskets must be booked 48 hours in advance and will be available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from now until April 2027, weather…
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Dining
Empact Group crowns its top culinary talent at 2026 Culinary Exchange
Food by Empact’s annual Chefs’ and Barista Competition puts skills development, mentorship and supplier partnerships firmly on the menu.
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Adventure
Snap up spring-into-summer getaway offers by The Living Journey Collection
Valid from 1 September through to 15 December 2026, the Spring-into-Summer Offers pair each unique hotel with inspirational experiences.
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Adventure
Buried in the Kalahari is Boscia – A restaurant that could exist nowhere else
A dinner at Boscia is included for guests staying two or more nights at Tswalu, which is Luke Dale Roberts most personal project.
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Adventure
The great hotel reset – Why luxury hospitality is no longer just about where you stay
Travellers are increasingly looking beyond the hotel room itself, placing greater value on personalised experiences, wellbeing, dining and a genuine sense of place.
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Cape Town
Abandoned Babies Find Comfort Through Cuddle Therapy at New Somerset Hospital
Kristin Swanepoel oversees a Cuddle Therapy project at New Somerset Hospital - it's a transitional neonatal care programme providing a nurturing environment where volunteers…
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Cape Town
Hear Zolani Mahola and The Feminine Force onstage at Artscape
Zolani Mahola will be joined by her all-female band, The Feminine Force, under the musical direction of bassist and producer Aus’ Tebza.
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