Purely Local Travel Blog

Ten finalists will battle it out at the Capegate Shopping Centre Braai Challenge - chef Bertus Basson will oversee the showdown that celebrates braai…

The Red Mango Arts Festival uses the arts to honour 165 years of Indian heritage – expect theatre, music, comedy and community connection.

The Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra will perform light classics at the Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary Music for All event.

The Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge 2025 celebrates the vibrant and ever-evolving world of South African pizza culture.

Enjoy artisanal pizzas, handmade pastas, perfectly grilled steaks and new-style sushi at Rockets Menlyn at Time Square.

Chef Rudi Liebenberg returns to his hometown to The Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, alongside Chef Avuyile Fumba and Executive Pastry Chef Nathan Jacobs.

A group of 18 artists is launching Open Studios Fish Hoek & Clovelly - participating artists include established names, plus expect emerging creatives.

The SA Brandy Route is truly a journey into South African heritage, says Christelle Reade-Jahn, director of the South African Brandy Foundation.

The 2025 Swartland Olive Festival Seven features leading olive producers, Swartland wines, chef demos, Platteland food and tasting competitions.

Arum Restaurant promises to bring a vibrant, produce-led approach to one of South Africa’s most celebrated wine estates - Boschendal.