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Welcome to Purely Local Cape Town
At Purely Local Cape town, we’re all about celebrating local people, brands and businesses with a heart, shining a light on community heroes and inspirational individuals doing amazing things, and exploring the amazing places that make living in the vibrant Mother City such a pleasure. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
Read some of our latest articles
Why diners are increasingly combining wine tasting and dining into one social occasion
As consumers increasingly prioritise experiences over transactions, wine tasting and dining are becoming part of the same occasion rather than two separate activities.
Avontuur’s 2026 harvest delivered early momentum and great promise, says winemaker Dominique Modena
Avontuur Estate’s wines are an expression of place and the dedication that brought them to life – the farm’s winemaker is Dominique Modena.
Tadiswa Chikwanha appointed to Group Sommelier of The Luke Dale Roberts Group of Restaurants
Group Sommelier Tadiswa Chikwanha’s role will extend across the full Luke Dale Roberts group, where he will oversee wine lists, pairings, wine service and team training.
Fairmont Spa & Whisky experience: The Gentleman’s Recovery Ritual on Father’s Day at Cape Grace
The Cape Grace’s Father’s Day Gentleman’s Recovery Ritual offering is a beautifully considered Fairmont Spa and whisky experience, making the perfect gift idea for the special man in your life.
From kelp skincare to foraged cocktails: A glimpse of the future at The Good Life Show
For those who missed the Cape Town edition, The Good Life Show now heads to Johannesburg, where it will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre in September 2026
Why sailing holidays are gaining popularity among South Africans
Sunsail offers a choice of sailing holidays with a fleet of yachts in over 20 worldwide locations. Alongside yacht charter and flotilla sailing holidays, travellers can also enjoy sailing schools, skippered holidays, team building events, regattas and yacht ownership.
Chapter House Boutique Hotel – A delightful Franschhoek hideaway
Positioned just a short stroll from Franschhoek’s acclaimed restaurants, wine estates, galleries and boutiques, Chapter House Boutique Hotel places guests at the centre of celebrated culinary destinations.
GR8 Cape Escape boutique hotel winter stays with The Living Journey Collection
The Living Journey Collection invites travellers to embrace winter in the Cape with GR8 Cape Escape offerings at top boutique hotels.
Benguela Cove Winter Winemakers’ Dinner 2026 – Stay the night!
Benguela Cove’s Cellar Master Johann Fourie will bring the cellar to the table at a Winter Winemakers’ Dinner – stay over in a luxury villa to maximize the experience.
Let the magic in this winter with the Puss In Boots pantomime at The Pam Golding Theatre
Puss in Boots is an experience that brings people together – it’s easy to enjoy, packed full of heart, and made to be remembered.
Small groups, big impact: elevating group dining at Steenberg Farm
According to Tryn’s Executive Chef Kerry Kilpin, the growing appeal of restaurant-based entertaining reflects changing lifestyles and a desire for more meaningful social experiences.
Chenin Blanc: From workhorse to the world stage
At the heart of Chenin Blanc’s rise is its ability to express terroir with remarkable clarity SA’s most underestimated grape has become its greatest global statement.
Two international choirs in SA for a Youth Month tour
With Youth Day just around the corner, two international choirs will visit our shores for multi-city tours in collaboration with leading South African choirs.
Lexus South Africa x Tintswalo Collection partnership – The Art of Experience
The Lexus South Africa x Tintswalo Collection partnership will evolve throughout the year, with new experiences, artist collabs and curated moments across the Tintswalo portfolio.
Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge launches signature Winter Staycation
Olijvenkraal Olive & Wine Farm is hosting Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge’s exclusive Winter Special — inviting guests to experience a refined countryside escape in the Cape Winelands this winter.
Zeitz MOCAA’s 2026 – 2027 exhibition season features IMPRINT, an artist-led studio residency
Zeitz MOCAA’s new season foregrounds experimentation and critical discourse that promotes forms of public engagement across Africa and its diaspora.
Global activation of Sam travel companion ushers in a new era of AI for FCM customers
FCM Travel’s Sam AI travel companion represents a meaningful shift in what you can expect from a travel management partner.
Delish Winter Set Menu at the quirky Wes Bistro & Bar
The Wes Bistro & Bar in Shortmarket Street is offering a Winter Set Menu that honours the classics with savoir-faire and a bit of Wes magic – at great value.
Butcher Boys and Boschendal debut Bella Nights at Kyalami Hills
Set to unfold from June through December 2026, the Butcher Boys and Boschendal’s Bella Nights series has been conceptualised as a limited collection of intimate dining events anchored in Italian-inspired themes.
Tintswalo unveils great Winter Specials at Cape Town seaside hotels
Tintswalo Winter Specials provide the perfect opportunity to indulge in a divine coastal retreat – all Winter Offers include dinner and breakfast, as well as a range of other spoils.
Discover new restaurants and tastes at Wine & Whatever eateries
Visit a range of magnificent eateries on Route 12 during the Wine & Whatever ‘26 celebration – see who’s signed up for this celebration of wine, food and music.
Thursday nights ‘Fire & Wine’ are back at Brookdale Bistro in the Paarl Winelands
The Brookdale Bistro earned its first Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Award when it was named among 66 restaurants nationwide – it’s celebrated for shaping South Africa’s culinary landscape.
A festival of community and creativity – Kultura-fees returns
Kultura-fees is a Durbanville-based festival celebrating community and creativity through an...
Welcome to Purely Local Cape Town
At Purely Local Cape town, we’re all about celebrating local people, brands and businesses with a heart, shining a light on community heroes and inspirational individuals doing amazing things, and exploring the amazing places that make living in the vibrant Mother City such a pleasure. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
Why diners are increasingly combining wine tasting and dining into one social occasion
As consumers increasingly prioritise experiences over transactions, wine tasting and dining are becoming part of the same occasion rather than two separate activities.
Avontuur’s 2026 harvest delivered early momentum and great promise, says winemaker Dominique Modena
Avontuur Estate’s wines are an expression of place and the dedication that brought them to life – the farm’s winemaker is Dominique Modena.
Tadiswa Chikwanha appointed to Group Sommelier of The Luke Dale Roberts Group of Restaurants
Group Sommelier Tadiswa Chikwanha’s role will extend across the full Luke Dale Roberts group, where he will oversee wine lists, pairings, wine service and team training.
Fairmont Spa & Whisky experience: The Gentleman’s Recovery Ritual on Father’s Day at Cape Grace
The Cape Grace’s Father’s Day Gentleman’s Recovery Ritual offering is a beautifully considered Fairmont Spa and whisky experience, making the perfect gift idea for the special man in your life.
From kelp skincare to foraged cocktails: A glimpse of the future at The Good Life Show
For those who missed the Cape Town edition, The Good Life Show now heads to Johannesburg, where it will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre in September 2026
Why sailing holidays are gaining popularity among South Africans
Sunsail offers a choice of sailing holidays with a fleet of yachts in over 20 worldwide locations. Alongside yacht charter and flotilla sailing holidays, travellers can also enjoy sailing schools, skippered holidays, team building events, regattas and yacht ownership.
Chapter House Boutique Hotel – A delightful Franschhoek hideaway
Positioned just a short stroll from Franschhoek’s acclaimed restaurants, wine estates, galleries and boutiques, Chapter House Boutique Hotel places guests at the centre of celebrated culinary destinations.
GR8 Cape Escape boutique hotel winter stays with The Living Journey Collection
The Living Journey Collection invites travellers to embrace winter in the Cape with GR8 Cape Escape offerings at top boutique hotels.
Benguela Cove Winter Winemakers’ Dinner 2026 – Stay the night!
Benguela Cove’s Cellar Master Johann Fourie will bring the cellar to the table at a Winter Winemakers’ Dinner – stay over in a luxury villa to maximize the experience.
Let the magic in this winter with the Puss In Boots pantomime at The Pam Golding Theatre
Puss in Boots is an experience that brings people together – it’s easy to enjoy, packed full of heart, and made to be remembered.