So you missed Valentine’s Day? Not to worry, here are some things you could do in the Central City to make it up to your loved one.
Go out ... to a museum
There are plenty of pubs and restaurants in the CBD, but why not fill up on culture instead? While Iziko has closed the Planetarium and the Old Town House for refurbishment, Koopmans-de Wet House, the SA Museum, the SA National Gallery and the Bo-Kaap Museum are all waiting for you and your partner to explore them.
www.iziko.org.za | 021 481 3800
Picnic ... in the middle of the CBD
You’ll find plenty of quiet spots to sit in The Company’s Garden. Food Lovers Market on St Georges Mall is a convenient place to stock up your basket. Or try Bacon on Bree and Culture Club Cheese. How’s that for a pairing?
Food Lover’s Market: 122 St Georges Mall | 021 424 0294
Bacon on Bree: 217 Bree St | http://bacononbree.com | 021 422 2798
Culture Club Cheese: 215 Bree St | www.cultureclubcheese.co.za | 021 422 3515
Take a trip ... to a stand-up comedy venue
Comedian Mum-z, the founder of the weekly Comedy on Long event, says: “Long Street is so close to the biggest comedy club in South Africa, parliament, so I thought it would be a fitting place to promote comedy.” Check it out at the Beerhouse on Wednesday. Just don’t sit in the front row, where you’ll be easy pickings whether you’re a single or a couple.
Beerhouse on Long: 223 Long St | www.facebook.com/comedyonlong | 021 424 3370
Be a tourist ... in your own city
If you want a relaxed day of sightseeing, the best way is by tour bus or bicycle.
City Sightseeing: 81 Long St | www.citysightseeing.co.za | 021 511 6000
Up Cycles: 50 Waterkant St | http://upcycles.co.za | 074 100 9161
Take dancing lessons
With lessons in swing, salsa and kizomba, Que Pasa Latin Lounge operates at multiple venues. These include the Artscape Theatre Centre (DF Malan St), The Honey Badger (91 Loop St) and Buena Vista Social Cafe (230 Long St). Or try OnPointe Dance Studio, established by the founders and directors of iKapa Dance Theatre in 2011 to provide world-class dance classes to all Capetonians ... and their partners.
Que Pasa Latin Lounge: www.quepasa.co.za | 074 199 0918
OnPointe Dance Studio: 112 Loop St | www.facebook.com/OnPointeDanceWellnessCentre | 021 422 3368
Take cooking lessons at Masala Dosa
This downtown Indian eatery also offers classes in creating your own curry mix.
167 Long St | www.masaladosa.co.za | 021 424 6772
Take drumming lessons at Touareg Trading
Learn to play the djembe with Ghanaian percussion teacher S Manan Ajimah.
159 Longmarket St | www.djembe4all.com | 072 821 3227
Learn the fine art of mixology at Shaker BarSchools
A cocktail masterclass for two will provide you with the necessary skills to turn your kitchen into the hottest bar in town.
235 Bree St | http://shaker.co.za | 021 422 1574
Learn to relax at Art of Living
The City Bowl Art of Living Foundation centre is hosting its Happiness Programme in Valentine’s week. It promises reduced stress, and involves yoga and the Sudarshan Kriya breathing technique.
37 Harrington St | www.artofliving.org | 083 301 3976
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