Posted: May 31st, 2011 by admin
The Mother City is known for her fresh and organic food markets and the new City Bowl Market on Hope makes for a wonderful addition to the extensive list.
Held each Saturday in a gorgeous old building on 14 Hope Street in the peaceful suburb of Gardens, the market is a delicious showcase of some of the best fresh produce, flowers and homemade delicacies in town.
Spend the day meandering between stalls laden with tasty goodies like oysters, champagne, crepes, sushi, croissants and more. From creamy cheeses and flavoursome curries to sweet, homemade chocolate, you’ll find it all at the City Bowl Market.
Another selling point is the low prices for veggies (tomatoes and potatoes for as little as R5!) and if you’re feeling a bit parched, there is a lovely bar upstairs where you can quench your thirst.
Traders include nut and dried fruit connoisseur By Nature, authentic Indian purveyor 25 Rupees, Saszali Chocolates and boutique caterer Sweetie Pie, who were all handpicked to trade at the market.
Shopping or browsing here is also a wonderful opportunity for quality family time as there is plenty to keep the little ones entertained from the huge garden to the jungle gym.
Be sure to take a peek at the jewellery on display too like the beautiful designs of Spirit Jewellery – you’re sure to find something sparkly that you’ll love.
The City Bowl Market on Hope is held each Saturday. For more info please visit www.citybowlmarket.co.za.
By Fazielah Williams
http://www.capetown.travel/blog/entry/cape_town_city_bowl_market/
Posted: May 27th, 2011 by admin
Got the winter blues? Why not visit the Good Food & Wine Show this weekend.
Indulge your inner gourmet and wine lover at the not-to-be-missed Good Food & Wine Show at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.
Running from Thursday until Sunday, this premier food event features the crème de la crème of the food and wine industry, including world-renowned chefs and winemakers.
With unbelievable dishes, delicious drinks, celebrity book signings and much, much more, you’ll never want to leave this fantastic festival!
(http://www.capetown.travel/blog/entry/cape_town_highlights_for_the_week_ahead_for_may_23_-_26/)
Book now at +27 (0)83 915 8000
Posted: May 19th, 2011 by admin
VOTE FOR NATURE, VOTE FOR TABLE MOUNTAIN
Table Mountain is one of 28 natural attractions on the New7Wonders of Nature shortlist, which will be announced on November 11, 2011. Table Mountain deserves this recognition, but needs your help in order to achieve it.
An independent impact report, conducted by Grant Thornton, a leading tourism hospitality and leisure research company, predicts that Cape Town’s economy would be boosted by around R1.4-billion for the year if Table Mountain becomes a New7Wonder of Nature.
How you can get involved
These New7Wonders of Nature will be selected purely on public votes, which is where you come in. You can vote online for free and for just R2, you can SMS “Table” to 34874 to cast your vote. You may SMS as often as you like.
(Cape Town Tourism – Live it, Love it)
Posted: May 19th, 2011 by admin
Winter is fast approaching and we are almost in the month of June, which means that we are already half the way through the year!
June is a very special month at Cape Villa Collection as we have have two birthdays to celebrate – Nicky and Cheryl-Ann!!
The month of June also brings about long cold wintery days and nights – spent in front of a blazing fireplace or just enjoying the perfect winter days that Cape Town has to offer.
If you are thinking of getting away for a few days during the month of June, Beachside Villa and Penthouse in Camps Bays is offering incredible winter rates, that will be valid until the end of September 2011:
Beachside Penthouse: R2,190.00 per night for the 3 bedroomed penthouse.
Beachside Villa: R3,190.00 per night for the 5 bedroomed villa.
Terms and conditions do apply.
Posted: May 12th, 2011 by admin
It is such wonderful news to hear that our mother City has been voted as the “Worlds Best Destination” in the Trip Advisors Travellers Choice Destination Awards 2011! This award has been based on the feedback from millions of travellers around the world!
Why not pack up your family and friends and come and visit Cape Town!
VILLA LUNA – a stunning four bedroomed villa in Camps Bay is offering a wonderful “Secret Season Special” for the month of May – R2800 per night! Minimum stay is two nights! Terms and conditions do apply.
Posted: May 10th, 2011 by admin
Why not whisk your partner away for a romantic two day getaway to a stunning beach villa on Glen Beach. LIGHT AURA VILLA is offering a couples only winter special for R2250 per night for the month of May. Minimum stay two nights. Terms and conditions apply.
Posted: May 9th, 2011 by admin
Don’t miss the Good Food and Wine show that will be taking place at the Cape Town Convention Centre from 26th to the 28th May 2011. Tickets can be bought at Computicket (www.computicket.com)
Find everything you need to rule the dinner party, the kitchen, or even the wine cellar at the Good Food & Wine Show, South Africa’s premier gourmet and lifestyle exhibition. Be inspired by a royal line-up of the world’s most celebrated chefs, learn about all the latest global trends, enjoy celebrity appearances and indulge in the country’s finest cuisine, wine and shopping. Even children can take part in specially-designed cooking classes that make healthy eating fun. Visit the Good Food & Wine Show and find everything you need to become a culinary king or queen – let your reign begin! (www.goodfoodandwineshow.co.za)
