Cape Town - Interesting Articles

Nicholas Ninow sentenced to life imprisonment
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/nicholas-ninow-sentenced-to-life-imprisonment
17 Oct. 2019

"Nicholas Ninow, referred to as the Dros rapist, has been sentenced to life in prison.

Ninow has been sentenced after pleading guilty to raping a seven-year-old girl at a Dros in Silverglen, Pretoria in 2018. He admitted to raping the unnamed minor in a bathroom stall.

[For those who haven't followed the story, he had been on a drug-binge for 3 days when he raped the child, after following her into the cloakroom at the restaurant. He's been using drugs since he was a teenager and he admits that when he's on drugs he's a different person. I think it's a great service to the community that he's been sentenced to life, because he could be a danger again.

In court he stated that even in prison, where he's been since Sept. 2019, he has used drugs about 20 times. Authorities are going to investigate. I think he's crazy to have made it public knowledge - the guys in prison are going to make is life hell, if they aren't already]

Motorists warned over bold Voortrekker road robberies
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/motorists-warned-over-bold-voortrekker-road-robberies
17 Oct. 2019

"A recent video shared on social media has raised alarms regarding the frequent phone thefts occurring along the Voortrekker and Halt Road intersection.

In the video, a man can be seen using his phone while waiting for the light to turn green when an unidentified man approaches his car and grabs his phone through the window.

The man then runs away from the vehicle and the driver can been seen attempting to follow him, but then returning to his vehicle as it begins to roll due to the handbrake not being engaged."

[Go to above link to see video. I can't copy the video address]

Dog Friendly Beaches around Table View [and info on horses]
https://tableviewinfo.co.za/dog-friendly-beaches-around-table-view

1. Sunset Beach to Dolphin Beach
Dogs free-running at all times. No horses at all times.

2. Dolphin Beach to Table View
Dogs free-running at all times. No horses at all times.

3. Small Bay to Big Bay
No dogs or horses allowed.

4. Blaauwberg Conservation Area
No dogs or horses allowed.

5. Melkbosstrand from 1st Avenue to 5th Avenue
A dog on a leash between the hours of 07:00 and 17:00. Dogs free-running between the hours of 17:00 and 07:00. No horses allowed.

6. Melkbosstrand Main Beach from 5th Avenue to Slabbert se Klippe
1 December – 31 March: No dogs between the hours of 09:00 and 19:00, dogs on a leash between the hours of 19:00 and 09:00.
1 April – 30 November: Dogs on a leash at all times. No horses allowed.

7. Melkbosstrand Beach north of Slabbert se Klippe to the Zout River
Dogs free-running at all times. No horses at all times.

8. Van Riebeeckstrand to the boundary of Koeberg
Horses permitted between the hours of 05:00 and 09:00.
Dogs on a leash between the hours of 05:00 and 09:00.
Dogs free-running between the hours of 09:00 and 05:00.

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Play real life Cluedo in Cape Town
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/play-real-life-cluedo-in-cape-town
14 Oct. 2019

"Cape Town will transform into a unique real life game of Cluedo this December thanks to the one-of-a-kind outdoor detective game CluedUpp, coming to the Mother City this festive season.

CluedUpp murder-mysteries unfold virtually via an award-winning app that is entirely self-guided. The special event happening in Cape Town on December 14, 2019 is expected to attract 100 detective teams.

This is the moment all the crime and investigation fans out there have been waiting for. Assume the role of the detective and test your abilities of solving a mystery in real life.

Participants will be transported back to the 1960s streets of London. The game will be called “The Latest Krays” and will challenge “detectives” to solve the case of the double murder of the world famous Kray twins.

CluedUpp Games are an independent British games studio that boasts over 250 000 detectives in more than 25 countries across the world.

Each ticket counts for a team of six adults and children under 16 can play for free. All you need to do is download the app and follow the prompts to the crime scene.

The detective adventure will take place across Cape Town and will begin at 10am and 1pm, ending before 5pm. Currently the game is only available in English.

If you think you’ve got what it takes to unravel the mystery, grab your ticket here.

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Ooh, I remember Cluedo
What a great game, many hours of fun back in the day
The crime happened in the conservatory with the candlestick

The Galileo Open-Air Cinema returns
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/the-galileo-open-air-cinema-returns
18 Oct. 2019

The return of The Galileo Open Air Cinema was widely welcomed at their sold-out season 8 launch held at Kirstenbosch Gardens on Wednesday, October 16. The much-anticipated seasonal experience kicked off with a screening of A Star is Born.

With ample food vendors to choose from, The Galileo team pulled out all the stops to commemorate Cape Town’s incredible outdoor movie experience.

The well-organised, authentic movie experience is the only open-air cinema in Cape Town.

This season will see a line-up of 117 of the greatest movies. From golden classics to fun family favourites, creepy horrors, heart-tugging rom-coms and everything in between...

Running from Wednesday to Saturday and in December on Sundays, The Galileo adds movie magic to some of the most picturesque venues, giving movie-lovers and outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to experience their favourite movie or favourite venue in a truly unique and exciting way.

Kirstenbosch Gardens is one of The Galileo’s beloved regular venues and takes the limelight every Wednesday and Thursday evening this summer.

Fridays add a dose of variety with the rotation of four sensational venues: Battery Park (V&A Waterfront), Meerendal Wine Estate (Durbanville), Central Park (Century City) and Steenberg Farm (Tokai).

Saturdays remain a winelands experience, with 20 award-winning wine estates across Stellenbosch, Somerset-West, Franschhoek and Paarl forming part of the schedule, while Sundays during December school holidays take place at the prestigious Kelvin Grove Club in Newlands and encourages a special family themed series of events.

Other exciting features to look forward to from The Galileo’s eighth season running is the introduction of a classic Bollywood movie to diversify their offering, their annual CSI project that treats over 300 local heroes as nominated by the public to a magical evening under the stars, and their birthday week offer which allows free entry to any patron whose birthday falls between October 2019 and April 2020.

Doors open at 6pm on weekdays, 5pm on Saturdays and 4pm on Sundays...

The movie starts once the sun sets and the stars begin to shimmer.

Reserve your seat under the stars today!

Website: https://www.thegalileo.co.za

Facebook: GalileoCinema

Twitter: @Galileo_Cinema

Instagram: TheGalileo

Contact: 071 471 8728 (available until 8pm on show days)

Ticket prices: Standard: R109 (entry only) Warm: R117 (plus blanket)

Comfy: R125 (plus backrest)

Warm & comfy: R130 (plus blanket and backrest)

VIP: R195 (Reserved premium seating, blanket, backrest, Coke and a Frey chocolate slab)

Snuggle: R360 per couple (front row mattress, 2 blankets, 2 pillows and Frey chocolates)

Special screenings –Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s and Easter: Ticket prices vary.

[My comment: "Doors open at ..." Doors? Outside? ]

Search on for hit and run vehicle
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/search-on-for-hit-and-run-vehicle

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS VEHICLE?

The search is on for the vehicle that knocked Cape Town resident Christoff Albertyn off his bike on Friday, October 11, 2019 and didn’t bother to stop.

While riding along the R27 West Coast Road in the morning between 6.55am and 7.05am on his way into town, a silver-coloured vehicle knocked Albertyn off of his bike and instead of stopping, sped off.

Albertyn says the vehicle looked like a silver Chevrolet Sonic Sedan, but according to the people who helped him obtain the images of the car, it is a silver Yaris.

The vehicle is easy to spot due to the heavy damage to the left side of its rear, which are [sic] as a result from hitting Albertyn.

He sustained a number of injuries from the collision, and would like to find the individual who didn’t even bother to check if he was okay after the serious incident took place.

“I’m okay, only fractured wrist, ribs and some roasties, but would like to look this individual in the eye,” says Albertyn.

Celebrate OktoberFest with City Sightseeing
October 26 - October 27
https://www.capetownetc.com/events/celebrate-oktoberfest-with-city-sightseeing

Spend a weekend celebrating OktoberFest with City Sightseeing at the Mojo Market.

For only R270, you will receive a Classic 1 day red bus ticket to explore the city as well as a Mojo Moola voucher valued at R100, to be used at any of the 4 bars at the Mojo Market.

With live entertainment, 30 food and artisan retail stores, you will be spoilt for choice at this trendy Sea Point market.

The Oktoberfest special runs on the weekend of October 26 and 27, 2019.

The special includes a Classic 1 Day ticket on the Red Bus and a Mojo Moola Voucher valued at R100.

Website: https://www.citysightseeing.co.za

Cape Town named one of the world’s best cities
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/cape-town-named-one-of-the-worlds-best-cities
20 Oct. 2019

"Cape Town has won yet another accolade, this time coming in at number seven on Flight Network’s list of the World’s Most Beautiful Cities for 2019.

Flight Network, a Canadian online travel agency, compiled a varied list of the 50 best cities in the world.

The list is an extensive collaboration, making use of the expert opinion of over 1 000 travel writers, travel bloggers and travel agencies from all around the world to construct the final rankings...

The top 10 best cities in the world are:

Paris, France
New York, USA
London, England
Venice, Italy
Vancouver, Canada
Barcelona, SPain
Cape Town, South Africa
San Fransisco, USA
Sydney, Australia
Rome, Italy

Cape Town number plates are changing again
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/cape-town-number-plates-are-changing-again
20 Oct. 2019

"Cape Town vehicle number plates starting with CAA will soon run out, and will be replaced with ... a combination of alpha and numeric characters followed by WC at the end, similar to Eastern Cape and Gauteng number plates.

These new number plates are being created to allow for a larger yield to be produced. The current CAA plates only allow 99,999 plates to be produced, whereas the WC system is expected to produce 16-million number plates.

The CAA number plates are still relatively new, having only been introduced in May 2019.

The change will soon be open for public comment on the Government gazette.

CA, CAA and WP number plate holders will be required to trade in their old number plates, however there is not specific time frame as of yet."

[My comment: Why didn't they think of this before the CAA change in May this year???? It's so unfair! What if a person can't afford to buy new number plates?

So instead of driving in caas, we'll be driving in toilets. Great.]

Blind man conquers Lion’s Head
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/blind-man-conquers-lions-head
20 Oct. 2019

"Cape Town resident Chris Venter has just become the first blind person to hike Lion’s Head. Guided by fellow adventurer, Kosta Papagiorgio, Venter conquered 669m of uphill terrain.

Also known as Blind Scooter Guy, Venter has become an inspiration for many after a virus he contracted caused him to lose his sight in 2013. However, he has not allowed his loss of vision to hold him back, and recently undertook a journey in which he followed in the footsteps of 19th century blind traveller, James Holman. This journey had him climb Mount Etna and kayak in the Amalfi coast among other difficult activities.

He recently set his sights on Lion’s Head, and was able to conquer it with the help of Lion 500 founder Kosta Papagiorgio. Venter held on to Papagirogio’s shoulder whilst being orally guided by the mountain veteran every step of they way.

The ascent took 10 hours to complete, and was not an easy one. On the Lion 500 Facebook page, Papagiorgio writes that they had to take a break midway through the hike as Venter was taking much strain and they had run out of water.

“We all had 1 liters of water each for the summit, but we underestimated the amount of effort and time it would take to get a adventurous blind man up and down a tricky mountain such as Lion’s Head. It was also REALLY hot, we got sunburnt really bad.”

Despite this, however, they made the tricky trip up the mountain. Speaking to Weekend Argus, Papagiorgio said that this hike has been life-altering.

“This is the first time I have ever done this with a blind person. I have so much respect for Chris. We all should really appreciate what we have,” said Papagiorgio...

Venter will soon take part in the The Breede, Berg & Between, by Bike, Boat & Boot. Blind 2020 Challenge, in which he aims to become the first blind person to travel these areas by bike, boat and foot."

[Incredible!!]

Woodstock beach: Lost in the sands of time
https://www.capetownetc.com/entertainment/woodstock-beach-lost-in-the-sands-of-time
21 Oct. 2019




It is undeniable that the Mother City has gone through some serious changes over the years. One of the most prominent for us has to be the Woodstock area which, believe it or not used to be home to a flourishing beachfront, frequented by locals on a daily basis.

If you were heading out for a beach day in the 19th century in Cape Town, your beach of choice would undoubtably be Woodstock. Nowadays the area is better known for its quirky cafe offering or unique stores but back in the day it was the place to be for soaking up some sun.

Over the years, the Woodstock area has changed like a chameleon from era to era. It is one of Cape Town’s oldest suburbs and was originally established in 1788 with the estate of silversmith, Pieter van Papendorp. This estate is a place of significant history as it was where the Dutch surrendered to the British, right in Woodstock.

In the 1800’s farm cottages and fisherman houses popped up all around the suburb which was known as Papendorp at the time. It was a plentiful farm area where fishermen sold their fresh fish everyday.

The 19th century ushered in a new era of urbanisation and working-class residents. Fishing fell by the wayside and the railways introduced a new source of employment. With diamonds being discovered in Kimberley, the population of Woodstock boomed and as the Anglo-Boer War ended in 1902, the British returned to the Cape and built the terraced houses that can still be seen in Upper Woodstock.

As the populations of Cape Town and Woodstock continued to grow, the Foreshore was reclaimed in 1937 in a desperate attempt to gain 480 acres of extra land. In 1945, the largest dry dock in the Southern Hemisphere was created and Woodstock lost its popular beach for the sake of building homes and accommodating the demand for adequate living space.

If you find yourself in this vibrant neighbourhood, take a walk along Beach Road as it marks the place where the old beach used to be and is a nod to the beautiful shoreline lost in the sands of time.

Around 1862 a railway was built connecting Papendorp with Cape Town and just a few years after that Papendorp merged with Salt River. It was around this time that a town meeting was called to decide on a new name for the area. A number of fishermen voted for the town to be named “Woodstock” after their favourite bar and before the townspeople knew it, that’s what their town was renamed to.



Pictures: Facebook/Cape Town Down Memory Lane

[I had no idea, but then I'm not originally from Cape Town. Before reading this article, if someone had mentioned Woodstock Beach I would have asked what they're smoking!]

https://www.capetownmagazine.com/25th-annual-kite-fest
Find Nemo Flying in Muizenberg
Support Mental Health Awareness and go fly a kite in Muizenberg

"Did you know that 17% of Western Cape children/adolescents have a mental disorder of some kind? These are statistics from the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG). Needless to say, our fellow countrymen and women need our support and there is something you can do to help – and it's fun.

"Let Hope Fly" is the theme of the 25th Annual Cape Town International Kite Festival, and it will be held at Zandvlei Nature Reserve in Muizenberg, on 26 October from 10 am.

WATCH INTERNATIONAL KITERS ALONGSIDE OUR OWN
Kiters from Bulgaria, Germany, Italy, Turkey and the United Kingdom are coming down to fly their intricate kites alongside South Africans’ – these amazing creations always are a magical sight over the Muizenberg vlei.

You can participate by bringing your own kite, or buy or make one at a free workshop. Alternatively, you can watch the splendour of the flights and shapes and colours from your picnic blanket.

IT’S A GREAT DAY OUT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Kites aren't the only things in this two-day festival. There’ll also be live entertainment, activities to keep the kids busy, food trucks and a craft market. The organisers also encourage festival-goers to bring picnics, and there is plenty of space to spread out alongside the river.

CAPE MENTAL HEALTH NEEDS OUR SUPPORT
All profits made over the weekend go to Cape Mental Health to fund its various initiatives.

Tickets are available on Quicket or at the gate and cost R40 per person, R15 per child under 12, or R110 for a family of 2 adults and 2 children under 2. The festival has been held yearly since 1994...

Cape Town among world’s sexiest cities
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/cape-town-among-worlds-sexiest-cities
22 Oct. 2019

"A new list compiled by Big 7 Travel has ranked the world’s sexiest cities, and considered the following in the rankings:

– Compiled statistics for the cities having the most sex (Lazeeva)
– Data regarding the countries with most sexual searches online (Vouchercloud)
– Research on the best cities for single people
– Research on the sexiest nationalities in the world
– Highest number of romantic restaurants, date night spots, and passion-inducing activities
– Opinions of sexy cities as sampled from it’s audience of 2.5-million readers

The list of sexiest cities in the world are:

10. Los Angeles, California, USA
Looking for the kinkiest city in the United States? Head to Los Angeles, which ranked high pretty across the board in terms of the dating scene, sexual satisfaction, and general attitudes towards relationships. Attractive locals and sunny beaches don’t hurt, either.

9. Liverpool, UK
Whether it’s the passionate football fans or the number of singles in the city, Liverpool is a lively city and a hotspot for love, dating and everything in between. It’s also one of the friendliest cities in the UK.

8. Dublin, Ireland
Ireland’s capital city is full of contradictions. On the one hand, it’s one of the most family-friendly cities in the world. For single adults, however, it’s one of the most sensual cities in the world. The Irish accent is so sexy that visitors can’t seem to resist, which might account for the fact that it’s also one of the most promiscuous cities in the world.

7. Cap d’Agde, France
With a nickname of The Naked City, it’s not hard to see why Cap d’Agde is one of the sexiest cities in the world. Not only is it home to some of the best nude beaches in the world, but locals head to the supermarket naked, too. If that’s your thing, then this is the sexiest city for you.

6. Zurich, Switzerland
Surprisingly, or perhaps not, numerous Swiss cities ranked extremely high in terms of sexual activity and overall happiness with their private lives. In Zurich, however, you’ll find a city with the highest number of clubs per capita and pretty open people. The Mirror once reported that 2% of Swiss nationals aren’t afraid to do the deed in public.

5. Cape Town, South Africa
Home to the second sexiest accent in the world and some of the sexiest people on this planet, South Africa certainly does its part in helping make the world a more sensual place. In fact, one study showed that South Africans came in third globally for the highest number of Google searches for sex toys, trailing the US and the UK. This city’s a melting pot for tantalising treats and intimate adventures.

4. Copenhagen, Denmark
Not only did our readers rank Danish as the second sexiest nationality in the world, but studies show that the country is just sexy all around; they purchase the most sex toys per capita in the world. Something sexy’s going on behind the scenes here, and you’ll have to visit Copenhagen to find out just what it is.

3. Denver, Colorado, USA
A study done by Quality Health showed that Denver is the most sexually active city in the US, and another study ranked Denver as the “thirstiest” city in the US. Seems like the general consensus is that the Mile High City really plays to the passionate side of both visitors and locals.

2. Paris, France
Paris is by far the most romance-filled city in the world. Whether it’s the fine French wine, the great food, or the stunning sights, there are a lot of things that work to make Paris one of the sexiest cities in the world.

1. Miami, Florida, USA
Scantily-clad locals line the sandy shores of Miami, without a doubt one of the sexiest cities in the world. Vibrant nightlife, a rich party culture, and some of the most romantic views in the United States all make Miami a pretty sexy place to visit.

Cape boerboel wins International Dog of the Year
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/cape-boerboel-wins-international-dog-of-the-year
22 Oct. 2019

"At the annual International Boerboel Show and Expo held in Parys, Free State this month, a dog from Mitchells Plain took brought home top honours as International Boerboel of the Year.

Named Busby Adam, the towering canine competed for the title against 333 other dogs, and emerged victorious.

Adam weights nearly 90kg and won the International Senior Champion 2019 and the International Grand Champion 2019 to qualify for the event.

His owner, Lloyd de Villiers, 38, beamed with pride as his best furry friend was awarded top honours after his stellar performance.

Although he has an intimidating appearance, Adam is reportedly a friendly dog who loves children and enjoys attention and interaction.

On a daily basis, Adam is fed 1.5kg of raw chicken, steak and mince to keep his muscle tone and coat glossy on par, de Villiers told the DailyVoice.

De Villiers is the first coloured breeder to win the title and worked hard to achieve his goal."

Meet The World-Famous Pigcasso On This Art Weekend In Franschhoek
Art Franschhoek opens private art collections, plus see the painting pig
https://www.capetownmagazine.com/art-franschhoek
Undated

The little Western Cape town of Franschhoek has a high concentration of both artists and galleries, and over Art Franschhoek, art enthusiasts can keep going from one exhibition to another one entire weekend long (stopping for wine breaks along the way, of course). A particular treat is that you’ll be able to see some never-seen-before art which will be on loan from private collections for this weekend only.

Art Franschhoek takes place in the town of Friday 25 to Sunday 27 October 2019.

PRIVATE MASTERPIECES GET PUBLIC VIEWING FOR FIRST TIME
Art Franschhoek has curated an exhibition of exquisite works on loan from private owners for the weekend, entitled ‘Masterpieces from Franschhoek Private Collections’. The exhibition will include rarely seen works by the likes of world-renowned artists William Kentridge, Alexis Preller, Dumile Feni, Robert Hodgins, Maud Sumner and others. The works will be on view to the public at Ebony/Curated’s Bordeaux House Gallery.

The entire area’s galleries are participating, so you can see other exhibitions at Grand Provence and La Motte, and La Bri Estate will be hosting its very first art exhibition during the weekend, too, the estate also has a selection of decadent wine pairings including chocolate, biltong and Turkish delight for afterwards.

GARDENS CAN BE ART, TOO (+ MEET PIGCASSO)

Leeu Estates will also be hosting garden and art tours of the five-star getaway’s landscaped grounds, manicured vineyards and indigenous fynbos, which is interspersed with artworks. Tours vary and include picnics, tastings, afternoon tea and scones, and cost from R170pp to R330pp.

Then there’s also the chance to meet the pig who’s been featured on SKY, BBC and CNN. She will be showcasing her work at OINK the GALLERY at Farm Sanctuary SA. Pigcasso first became known for her signature abstract expressionist collection in 2017. The exhibition will be touring Europe later this year, so take the chance to see her work right here at home.

The weekend will offer so much more at Franschhoek’s various galleries and destinations. To see what you can do, including booking information and costs, see the full Art Franschhoek Programme.

Capetonian SUPs in flooded streets [of Tableview]
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/capetonian-sups-in-flooded-streets
25 Oct. 2019



Cape Town-born Mitch Wagstaff is a water sports enthusiast and loves to spend his time out in the water soaking up some sun and catching a few waves, but it turns out he doesn’t need waves (or sun) to have a good time.

Stand up paddle boarding or supping is somewhat of a mix between surfing and canoeing. You stand on a board that resembles a surfboard and paddle your way around. This is exactly what Wagstaff did through the streets of Cape Town... At one point he was even joined by his dog and the two paddled their way up and down the flooded streets of Table View.



Another local was also spotted by Desre Canovi Louw, canoeing his way through the streets in Kensington, 12th Avenue.



Pictures: Facebook/Waggy Wagstaff

[My comment: In Tableview??? Holy Mackerel! Anyone from T/View who can comment?]

Capetonian chess champion to represent SA
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/capetonian-chess-champion-to-represent-sa/
22 Oct. 2019



"Shortly after receiving her South African colours for chess, Amahle Zenzile (11) from Crossroads, Cape Town has been invited to once again represent South Africa at the African Youth Chess Tournament to be held in Namibia.

Two years ago, Amahle who lives with her grandmother, started playing chess for the Crossroads Chess Club. It didn’t take her long to become one of the best players in her age group, maintaining an impressive rating of 1 284 and winning almost every tournament she took part in, in the Western Province Metro area.

"Amahle has gone on to win a number of gold and silver medals. She has been named ‘best player’ numerous times. She is currently ranked 2nd best player in the Western Cape and for her age category, she is currently ranked 5th in South Africa!” says Thando [her coach]

Amahle’s consistent hard work paid off in March this year at the SAJCC Closed, where she played against the top 30 u/12 girls from across South Africa.

With a crowdfunding campaign launched on BackaBuddy by her best friend and fellow competitor, Trinity Van Beeck (12), Amahle was able to afford the trip to Johannesburg to compete in the event. With quiet confidence, she went on to receive her South African colours and finish 5th in her age group.

Since then Amahle has gone on to win the Western Cape Schools Chess under 11 Girls division, the South African Schools Chess under 13 girls tournaments and has been invited to represent South Africa at The African Youth Chess Tournament from December 14-22, 2019, in Namibia.

[WOW! Incredible!]

Cape restaurants nominated as best in SA
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/cape-restaurants-nominated-as-best-in-sa/
25 Oct. 2019

The top 30 nominees in the annual Eat Out Mercedes Benz Restaurant Awards have just been announced, and almost half of them are located in the Mother City.

The awards were created to celebrate the incredible talents of the country’s restaurant scene.

The food event will be held on Sunday, November 17 at Grand West in Cape Town, where the winners will be revealed.

The top restaurants from Cape Town that made the list are:

– Camphors at Vergelegen – Somerset West
– Chefs Warehouse at Beau Constantia – Constantia
– Foxcroft – Constantia
– FYN Restaurant – Cape Town
– Greenhouse at The Cellars-Hohenort – Constantia
– Janse & Co – Cape Town
– La Colombe – Constantia Nek

Observatory back in the day…
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/observatory-back-in-the-day/
25 Oct. 2019



Observatory – or Obz as it is more colloquially known – is one of Cape Town’s most bohemian residential areas. The lively suburb is known for its interesting inhabitants, as well as its mix-and-match host of eateries, markets, vintage stores and sense of community.

It has also been the topic of many conversations as locals have banded together to oppose the City of Cape Town’s plans to develop there.

Many of us have walked down its bright streets, but what is the history of this artists’ hideout?

The name Observatory is derived from the Royal Observatory, which was established in 1821. The Observatory’s headquarters are located in the neighbourhood. Its name later changed to the South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO), and houses administration facilities, offices, the main library, computing facilities, engineering workshops and historic telescopes.

In 1510, the area was the scene of a raid by the Portuguese, led by Francisco de Almeida, on a Goringhaiqua Khoikhoi village, which led to the death of de Almeida and approximately sixty of his fellow compatriots.

There used to be game roaming the area, including zebra, buffalo and antelope. Some say there were hippos, elephants and lions.

Modern-day Observatory traces its origins to the Koornhoop Colony land grant issued in 1657.

Between February 1657 and February 1658, fourteen ‘free burghers’ were allowed land by the Dutch East India Company along the Liesbeeck River valley. Then Governor of the Cape, Jan van Riebeeck, decreed that a fortified building called ‘Fort Coornhoop’ be built as one of several small forts to protect against the Khoikhoi natives.

Part of what was developed as Koornhoop became known as Uitwyk, which is now called Malta Farm.

During the years of apartheid, Observatory was one of the few de facto ‘grey’ suburbs where all races lived together. On the evening of December 30, 1993, three men entered a popular student venue on Station Road, called the Heidelberg Tavern, and opened fire. Four people were killed, and five were left injured.

Three were convicted in November 1994 for what became known as the Heidelberg Massacre.

Today, Observatory is known as a frequent haunt for the students of the University of Cape Town’s medical school, as well as surrounding colleges such as AFDA and SACAP.

Picture: The Radisson Red

Local hotel launches male plus-size campaign
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/local-hotel-launches-male-plus-size-campaign
30 Oct. 2019

One of the country’s first completely plus-size male fashion show’s will take place on November 9, and all men with fuller figures or ‘dad bods’ are being called to participate.

The Radisson RED Hotel, located at the V&A Waterfront, is casting men to walk in the show. Twelve men will be selected to model for a brand-new plus-size men’s range, which is created by a secret designer...

Body positivity among plus-size men is slowly gaining more traction both locally and internationally.

To attend the casting or for more information, email red@20across.com or visit the #PlusIsEqual casting call event page on Facebook:

Vote for Bo-Kaap to become a Lego set
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/vote-for-bo-kaap-to-become-a-lego-set
29 Oct. 2019

Lego is currently running the Lego Ideas competition, where fans can enter in their own recreations that they want to see made into real Lego blocks. One South African, Wayne Nestadt, has taken up the challenge and recreated the Bo-Kaap as a product idea. His set concept includes four houses in a bright variety of colours, and six mini-figures representing the diverse range of people that can be found in South Africa.



There is currently a Bo-Kaap model built by Peter Furstenberg displayed in Canal Walk’s Lego certified store, however the model is not for sale. If he wins, Nestadt’s creation could become a real Lego set that will be available for purchase.

In his product description, Nestadt explains that he chose to recreate Bo-Kaap because “It is well known for its brightly colourful houses and the diverse range of people who live in this neighbourhood.”

“It is not only one of the most photographed places in South Africa but it also boasts a rich history and culture,” he continues. “To this date there is no LEGO set that reflects the beauty, heritage and diversity of South Africa. I am hoping this set would be the first.”

In order to win, Nestadt needs our votes. To vote, simply create an account on the Lego Ideas website, search “Bo Kaap” and click “support”.

Picture: LEGO

The Tangram wins international accolade
https://www.capetownetc.com/cape-town/the-tangram-wins-international-accolade
29 Oct. 2019

It’s an exciting win for the Durbanville Hills. The Tangram restaurant has achieved three prestigious awards at the Haute Grandeur Global Restaurant Awards, which acknowledges hospitality excellence across seven continents and more than 60 countries.

Awarded Best South African Cuisine on a Global Level, Best Restaurant Manager in South Africa and Best Gourmet Cuisine in Africa, these achievements further add to the already impressive list of accolades The Tangram has received over the past six years.

Some of South Africa’s most awarded restaurants competed in the various categories, including La Colombe, Myoga, Jardine, Hartford Koi, The Test Kitchen and the Pot Luck Club, among others.

The Tangram – famed for its spectacular views of Table Mountain and Table Bay – uses only the freshest ingredients and creatively ensures an extraordinary visual and taste experience.

The restaurant, which is a stone’s throw away from Cape Town, is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Bookings can be made by visiting https://www.durbanvillehills.co.za/our-restaurant/ or calling 021 558 1300.

Watch: Alleged house robber attacked by dogs while trying to escape capture
https://www.all4women.co.za/1876755...tacked-by-dogs-while-trying-to-escape-capture
30 Oct. 2019

An alleged house robber who jumped off a roof into a yard to escape capture was arrested after two dogs attacked him in Gansbaai ...

WARNING: VIDEO MAY UPSET SENSITIVE VIEWERS

WIN: Two tickets to the International Tequila Festival 2019
https://www.capetownetc.com/competitions/win-two-tickets-to-the-international-tequila-festival-2019/

When: 1 – 3 November 2019
Where: Hamiltons Rugby Stadium

Attendees will experience the internationally acclaimed South African Rock ‘n Roll legends Prime Circle, The Kiffness (DJ Set), and the latest Afrikaans rap sensation Biggy, who will be performing his smash hit “Dames” at the #ITF19.

The International Tequila Festival ‘19 will have a wide range of local, upcoming musicians and bands sharing the stage with the headliners, such as The Guy Is Alive, The Vanilla Colts, Upper Mill, Fusion Rhythm, Emma-Jean, Forest Key and a wide variety of versatile artists and bands for the much anticipated 3 day spectacle of Tequila, Mezcal, and Agave Spirits. Prime Circle & The Kiffness will be playing on Friday, November 1, 2019 and Biggy on Saturday, November 2, 2019.

The Mexican themed fiesta will celebrate the Day Of The Dead. In Mexico and Latin America, “Dia De Los Muertos”, or “Day Of The Dead” is a festival of color, joy, love and respect celebrating deceased family and friends with food and tequila. Join us between 1 – 3 November in celebrating our fallen loved ones this year.

Grab your tickets on www.internationaltequilaco.com.

Prize Details:
One lucky reader will win a pair of general-access tickets to the International Tequila Festival
How to enter:
Simply fill in your details on the form below [follow above link to article] to enter and answer this simple question: Which act will perform on the second day of the festival?

Competition Ts & Cs:
– The winners will be announced at 12pm Friday, November 1, 2019 on this page.
– Winners will be contacted via details entered on the form
– Prizes are not refundable and cannot be exchanged for money
– Entrants must be 18 years or older
– Transport to and from the venue not included

Rare King penguin turns up in Buffels Bay
https://www.capetownetc.com/news/rare-king-penguin-turns-up-in-buffels-bay
30 Oct. 2019



A King penguin has waddled onto a Buffels Bay beach in Cape Point, surprising visitors and park rangers.

The penguin, second in size to the Emperor penguin, arrived at the beach in the morning and has been wondering around since...

[SanPark officials said] “We urge the public to keep their distance from the penguin as his activity will be monitored over the next few days,” they said.

SANCCOB have already assessed the surprise visitor and determined that there were no medical concerns, leaving him to go about his business.

While South Africa is known for its penguin populations, King penguins are not endemic to this region. Rather, they are found on sub-Antarctic islands. This means that this visitor has swam roughly between 2000 and 6000 km to get here.

It is not entirely unheard of for them to occasionally swim in our waters and arrive on our shores. In 2017, a King Penguin who was in arrested moult and injured washed up in Hout Bay.