Eating out in the Central City

31 Jul 2023

Big Apple-style anthem for downtown Cape Town

Three New Yorkers are set to open a new cocktail and eating experience in the Cape Town CBD. The enthusiastic trio plan to make…

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29 May 2023

Magical Middle Eastern fare in the Cape Town CBD

Foodies are savouring the quality mezze, with freshly baked pita and flatbread, that’s spicing up the food scene in the Cape…

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16 Apr 2023

Downtown Cape Town's most beautiful bars

They're elegant spaces with curated menus and plush interiors to ensure ultimate relaxation. Here are some of the best bars to…

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14 Apr 2023

The Cape Town journey of Mochi Mochi Japanese Café

Now grown up and finally in its permanent home, Mochi Mochi Japanese Café in the Cape Town CBD has morphed from a temporary…

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19 Dec 2022

Ramenhead: Peter Tempelhoff's new eatery

Visitors are pouring in to indulge in ramen bowls at Cape Town’s latest Japanese-inspired hotspot. But some cultural eating ‘…

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19 Dec 2022

Sip, savour, repeat

Celebrated Central City chef-patron Matt Manning knows a thing or two about wine. So we asked him to handpick some choice…

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30 Nov 2022

Something fishy

A new fish restaurant named Galjoen is on the cards for downtown Cape Town, from two chefs who delight in highlighting SA’s…

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31 Oct 2022

Tastes of Japan

From matcha tea bamboo whisks and Santoku knives, to sake, sushi and bento, Capetonians are upping their taste for things…

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30 Sep 2022

Sophisticated new pasta bar creating a buzz in the Cape Town CBD

Fresh pasta with a modern twist is giving Heritage Square in downtown Cape Town a new lift at vibey Scala Pasta/Bar. There is…

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27 Jul 2022

Sundays in the CBD

Jazz up your Sundays by exploring the myriad destination venues available in the Cape Town Central City. Here’s a handy list of…

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27 Jul 2022

Balena Blu on Bree: Downtown Cape Town's new Italian seafood eatery

Buon appetito! At Balena Blu, the new Italian seafood restaurant in the heart of Bree St, life is all about eating well. “What…

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30 Jun 2022

Opa! On the ouzo and tequila trail in downtown Cape Town

Diners looking for culinary adventuring will find it in downtown Cape Town. In six weeks, two cosmopolitan restaurants have…

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31 May 2022

The Bailey on Bree: Liam Tomlin's grand new venture

Rich in heritage, with grand wining and dining splendour, The Bailey by chef-businessman Liam Tomlin opens this month with a…

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31 May 2022

Where to find the best soup in town

Beat the blues in the Cape Town Central City with a bowl of hearty soup. Here are the best bowls to be had. BUTTER ALL DAY…

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28 Apr 2022

Bread, Milk & Honey's recipe for success

Despite challenging trading conditions, a Cape Town original still delivers homespun cheer, and even increased its footprint.…

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31 Mar 2022

Cape Town CBD food tour reveals Africa's culinary gems

A unique African food and storytelling tour of the Cape Town Central City not only offers mouth-watering dishes but transcends…

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31 Mar 2022

Budget brekkies in downtown Cape Town

You can still breakfast like a king in the city centre. Here are the best brekkie deals in town that won’t break the bank.…

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28 Feb 2022

Best cocktails in town!

If it’s cocktail hour, this is where it’s at! Here’s the definitive guide to the best cocktail and rooftop bars in the Cape…

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28 Feb 2022

Indulge at these CBD plant-based eateries

Downtown Cape Town is a haven for vegans, vegetarians and anyone else looking to reduce their impact on the planet by choosing…

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31 Jan 2022

Romantic restaurants in downtown Cape Town

From low-lit haunts for starry-eyed lovers to swanky fine-dining delights for unforgettable nights, here’s the ultimate Cape…

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20 Dec 2021

Open for business

Q & A with Matt Manning, owner of The Blue Room at Grub & Vine. What’s the idea behind The Blue Room? The Blue Room…

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14 Dec 2021

Unique dining experience for the Cape Town central city

An innovative “open streets” initiative to invigorate the CBD’s retail economy and encourage visitors to safely enjoy open-air…

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29 Oct 2021

Six new downtown Cape Town restaurants worth a visit

Summer temperatures are heating up.And for the first time in a while, the Mother City seems to be positioned for a proper…

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27 Jul 2021

Matt Manning's Wine Library Club

If any restaurateur’s been thinking out of the box during Covid-19 it’s Matt Manning. Chef extraordinaire, and owner of the…

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2 Jul 2021

CBD eateries takeout menus June 2021

Roll up and order, hungry folks! Fancy a warming bowl of soup with grilled cheese from Clarke's bar and dining room or a three-…

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