Cape Etc

Cape Etc showcases the ultimate in entertainment and leisure in the Mother City. The magazine features interviews with award-winning chefs and winemakers, road trips that explore the diversity of the Cape, plus advice from locals on where to go for the best food, wine, art, culture, entertainment and more. Aimed at foreign visitors with a high level of disposable income, Cape Etc also has a loyal fan base of Capetonians who like to be in the know.

Cape Etc

WINTERING WELL • Winter invites stillness but never stagnation

THE HIGH COST OF COOL • Who gets to belong in Cape Town’s lifestyle boom? Words by Dale Petersen

THE QUIET PLACE • Tucked between Devil’s Peak and the City Bowl, Vredehoek is a tightly woven community at the foot of Table Mountain, populated by neighbourhood cafés and quiet resilience. Oliver Keohane reflects on a lifetime spent in the labyrinthine streets of this unique Cape Town enclave.

WALLS THAT SPEAK • In the City Bowl and surrounds, every wall has a voice, and every mural tells a story. Welcome to Cape Town’s open-air gallery – raw, real and constantly evolving

LOW-SEASON LUXURY • As the Cape chill sets in, we seek out stays that wrap you in comfort – think crackling fires, sea views, plush bedding and soulwarming meals. This is your guide to some of the most inviting winter hideaways around the Western Cape and beyond

COLD, BREW • On a winter road trip to Darling Brew, Oliver Keohane uncovers a story of sustainability, empowerment and community – all brewed into some of the best craft beer in the country. From carbon-neutral pints to all-female brewing teams, this is the taste of real change

COLD [CULINARY] THERAPY • Don’t let the chill freeze you out of great food. Wrap up and head to these Cape Town eateries

Spreading Its Roots • This year, Pinotage celebrates its centenary. We take a look at its Cape origins and how it has helped put South African wines on the map

RULERS OF THE ROOST • Why has Korean fried chicken suddenly appeared on every menu? What the cluck makes it authentic? And which Asian restaurants in Cape Town serve the best, the Kings of the Coop?

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED • Exploring the Mother City through its food and stories with Unexplored Cape Town.

DENNIS'S LOCAL RECOMMENDATIONS AND RESOURCES

Deep South Meander • Photojournalist Justin Fox visits Africa’s southernmost extremity and finds ship graveyards, idyllic beaches and floral treasures along a coastline patrolled by southern right whales

THE TOWN that waits • Tucked beneath its namesake mountain, Piketberg is the Swartland’s jewel – a town steeped in story, heritage and timeless natural beauty.

Hout Bay's Fizzy Little Secret • I had to move to this coastal village before my neighbour spilled the grapes – there’s more besides fishing and forests here, namely, flutes that overfloweth with locally produced Cap Classique.

JOIN THE CLUB • Taking on the open road in a Jeep Wrangler is never a bad idea

ISTANBUL UNEXPECTED • Istanbul wasn't on Ryan Vrede's travel radar - until a chance trip turned into a transformative experience. In this immersive account, he explores Türkiye's cultural crossroads through ancient mosques, vibrant bazaars, streetwear hotspots and sublime food. From business-class luxury to back-alley döner shops, this is a love letter to a city that caught him off guard