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What’s Hot – Cape Town
Cape Town

What’s Hot – Cape Town

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Feeling Continental
Cape Town

Feeling Continental

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Cape Town’s city centre gets a shot of European flair with two brand-new eateries. IMAGES: SAM LINSELL The Bailey Set in a historic…

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JUMP AROUND
Cape Town

JUMP AROUND

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@As we all know, the weather is touch and go in the Mother City – and when you have kids to entertain, you’ll need…

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My Cape Town
Cape Town

My Cape Town

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ KAFUI ANWOONOR :: IMAGES: MICHEL APPIAH Yoga instructor and entrepreneur Kafui Awoonor believes that yoga should be accessible to all and started her…

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Get Caffeinated… Locally
Cape Town

Get Caffeinated… Locally

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Looking for the freshest coffee in the ‘burbs? Here’s our pick of three local coffee roasteries in the Southern Suburbs area. I LOVE…

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OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
Cape Town

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ The West Coast is beautiful all year-round, not just during the annual flower season. Hit the road and explore this gorgeous area by taking a trip through the…

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WOMEN MAKING WAVES
Cape Town

WOMEN MAKING WAVES

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ This year’s FOOD XX winners share with us their inspirations, their passions, and their favourite spots in the city. The annual Food XX…

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LIVING THE LIFE YOU WERE MEANT TO LIVE
Cape Town

LIVING THE LIFE YOU WERE MEANT TO LIVE

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@Mountaineer, motivational speaker, life coach and mental health ambassador Remy Kloos is passionate about living her happiest, most vital life – and helping others…

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WORK WITH A VIEW
Cape Town

WORK WITH A VIEW

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Workshop17’s co-working space breathes new life into the iconic Newlands Cricket Ground. Located in the newly developed Snakepit Building, which stands on what…

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A New Chapter
Cape Town

A New Chapter

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Originally built as a residential apartment block, The Winchester has been a much-loved presence on the Sea Point prom for nearly a century.…

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