Celebs being spotted in Cape Town are not a rare sight, but we still like to keep you updated on what they are doing and where they are doing it. Sean and Charlize headed up to Langebaan on Sunday for some quiet birthday celebrations.
That’s cheese – as in the dairy – we’re talking about. And if you happen to be a lover of all things cheese, then we have a piece of drool-inducing information which will send you into a gruyère and Emmentaler encrusted daydream..
Sometimes, planning some weekend activities should be quick, easy and painless, and there’s an opportunity do such a thing right now.
South Africa has some pretty beautiful locations and hotels to escape to, and one particular getaway in Franschhoek has even topped the Top 10 Small Hotels In The World list.
We all want to go to outer-space and enjoy the stars and planetary eye-candy up there, but there’s a more simple way to get that fix right now.
While there is a bit of banter between the Capetonians and Jo’burgers, we all really love the diversity each city brings, and in terms of setting up a business, Jozi can be a pretty trendy and effective place.
Looking for something different to do this winter? Whether you’ve been neglecting brandy from your personal drinks menu, or whether you’re an extreme lover of the stuff, The Mount Nelson have created an incredible brandy and tapas pairing to warm up your insides.
Sunday lunches can be more than chowing left-overs from the braai the night before, with a great carvery option begging to be explored.
Can’t decide between that ski-trip or beach vacation? There’s a way to do it all at half the cost, thanks to the glorious world of fake holiday destinations.
Want to know how to have deluxe spa treatments that you can actually afford? Well look what we found……
Okay, so this is one of those one-in-a-million deals that get our hearts racing just a little faster. It’s the real deal guys – so everyone keep calm, and read on. Today we have found out how you could be flying to Zanzibar for R8750 for a 7 night stay in Amaan Bungalows in the Nungwi […]
I’m not sure if you know this, but the Mount Nelson Hotel (or, the Nellie, as we like to call her) likes to reward South Africans for the hard work of living in such a beautiful country by offering specials that apply to SA residents, only. And they’re a flipping steal.
There aren’t many venues in Cape Town which cater for the modern day ‘wine and dine’ crowd. Our man on the ground, Steviemyboy, took young Sophie for a spin and found just the place..
I’ve just received a slightly frantic email from Seth, instructing me to tell you about the “greatest app ever invented.” It’s called Cloak, and the man is literally plutzing. He almost phoned me to tell me about it.
Not content with their eco-friendly courtesy car and equally planet-saving earthworm farm, the Mount Nelson hotel has another climate-change-reversing offering for Cape Town visitors and locals alike – electric bicycle rentals!
With more than two thirds of the earth’s surface covered by water, we have so much room for activities under the sea. Move over the Mile High Club, this luxury submarine hotel introduces us to the Mile Low Club.
Located in its serene isolation in the Thar Desert near Jodhpur, India, the Mihir Garh rises like a mirage from the desert sands. The hotel that architecturally resembles a sandcastle, has been named ‘The Most Extraordinary Place To Stay In 2014’ by Lonely Planet.
Ever stayed at a hotel and the suite came with a personal butler to attend your every need? Oh we forgot to mention that the suite also includes a solid gold iPad to order room service from. Staying in the Royal Suite at the Burj Al Arab in Dubai gets you the bedazzled iPad and is on the list of the most luxurious hotel suites in the world.
One of the worlds rarest and most coveted diamonds has been found at the Cullinan mine in Pretoria – and sent straight to London.
Chateau Marmont is one of Los Angeles’ most historic and mythical hotels. Far more than a B’n’B, this place houses some of Hollywood’s best kept secrets.
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve has scooped the Daily Beasts ‘Grand Award’ in their list of the best hotels to visit in 2014.
Satisfying the pallets of 20 demanding relatives at Christmas time is harder than trying to prevent Kim Kardashian from taking a selfie. And lets not even talk about the mountain of dishes that’s casting a shadow over any hope you have of enjoying the rest of the day. Question: why put yourself through it? Mount Nelson will provide you with a decadent four-course meal that suits everybody’s taste buds. Just sit back, relax, and let the experts do the dishes. We promise even your mother-in-law will be hard-pressed to find fault.
Mmm, you like that picture, don’t you? It’s just one of many drool-inducing dishes on the new menu at the Mount Nelson’s Planet Bar. Add that to one of the only outdoor lunch/dinner dining experiences in Cape Town, and you’re laughing. We have the menu..
Those in the know will tell you about the effortless vibe going down at the Oasis Bistro, next to the pool at the Mount Nelson. No parking hassles, civilised, laid-back, and you won’t have to keep running into those losers you find in town.
So you’ve packed on a few during winter and you’re panicky about heading into summer looking the way you do. I don’t blame you. While you work on reducing your carb intake, how about getting some panel beating done?
Our friends over at 7days.co.za heard that you missed out on booking yourself a long weekend, so they’re helping you get a one-up on your mates by giving you the chance to win yourself the keys to a stunning Lexus IS 350 for the weekend, and dinner for two at the Mount Nelson’s ultra-exclusive Planet […]
This hotel is decorated with guest-shot Instagram photos and there’s even a space for you to take a selfie when you check in. At the entrance they have a revolving digital mural of Instagram photos and, if you have over 100,000 followers, you get a free night’s stay!
A friend of mine said she couldn’t get a table at the Hotel de Paris in Monte Carlo, but her friend knew the chef and they setup a table in the kitchen. But it wasn’t a downgrade – it was a coup of note! And you can do the same – right here in Cape Town.
These moments don’t come along very often, friends. And it’s only a matter of time before Haute Cabriere’s powers that be change their minds. So best you MOVE!
Amstel Lager got the digital world talking on Friday, 5 July when they released their new ad, exclusively online. “The Chef” is a follow-up to “The Boxer” and is once again a celebration of taking your time to do something the right way. But this time round, the story focuses on Simphiwe Nzima, a young […]