| Explore Cape Town and surrounding areas at your leisure.
| Fecha: | Miércoles, 7 de octubre de 2009 |
Things to do and see in Cape Town:
Eating Out:
Aubergine
39 Barnet Street, Gardens
Tel: 021 465 4909
Website: www.abergine.co.za
Award winning chef Harald Bresselschmidt conjures up a worldly, sophisticated fare at this elegant eatery where elite ingredients such as truffles and foie gras are never far from the menu. Think melt-in-the-mouth ostrich fillet with orange and balsamic butter or an opulent three-rabbit strudent with onion and mustard sourbise, truffle infused pea puree and white cabbage salad. Not to mention the excellent wine list.
Bukhara
33 Church Street, CBD
Tel: 021 424 0000
Website: www.bukhara.com
Heavenly tandoori dishes and fragrant curries await you at this popular establishment. Study the extensive menu whilst nibbling on the complimentary poppadums and, once you've ordered, watch the chefs work their magic through the glass frosted kitchen for some pointers on how to make the legendary butter chicken, tandoori lamb chops and lamb Rogan josh.
Cape to Cuba
227 Long Street, CBD
Tel: 021 424 2330
Website: www.capetocuba.com
This left-of-centre tribute to revolutionary and T-shirt icon Che Guevara is a favorite Kalk Bay hangout and has now opened up in the city. Fire up the taste buds with a plate of chilli poppers as they're meant to be enjoyed - with friends and ample cocktails, or move onto greater things with the flavorful paella, enchiladas with guacamole, fresh seafood or steaks.
Riboville Restaurant & Cellar
ABC Building, 130 Adderley Street
Tel: 021 426 0324
Website: www.ribovillerestaurant.co.za
What was once the central banking hall of the ABC Bank, has been transformed into a hub encompassing contemporary Asian and Seafood eateries, glitzy bars, lounges and a 14 000 bottle cellar. The building still sports some of its original mosaics, marble columns and murals, but is juxtaposed with contemporary local artworks. The ficklest of taste buds will find something that appeals - from straight-from-the-sea oysters and dim sum to meatier eats and Middle-Eastern fare.
Shopping:
Canal Walk Shopping Centre
Century Boulevard, Century City
Tel: 021 529 9699/8
Website: www.canalwalk.co.za
Canal Walk Shopping Centre is one of South Africa's premier super-regional shopping centres and merges the world's most desirable brands with shopping convenience all in a commanding majestic setting. With over 400 stores representing top local and global brands Canal Walk offers the most comprehensive and compelling lifestyle shopping experience in South Africa, including the widest selection of speciality stores in the Southern Hemisphere. Situated a convenient 10-minute drive from Cape Town's city centre, Canal Walk provides secure parking in 6 500 parking bays and is open daily from 9am to 9pm.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
Tel: 021 408 7600
Website: www.waterfront.co.za
Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town's working harbour, the V&A Waterfront has become South Africa's most visited destination. Set against a backdrop of magnificent sea and mountain views, exciting shopping and entertainment venues are intermingled with imaginative office locations, world-class hotels and luxury apartments in the residential marina. We invite you to discover the experience... live, work, shop and play at the V&A Waterfront.
Arts & Leisure:
Camelot Spa
Mandela Rhodes Place Hotel & Spa, Cnr Burg & Wale Street
Tel: 021 422 2144
Website: www.camelotspagroup.com
Lancelot and Guinevere would have a hard time reconciling the name of their stomping ground with this progressive urban spa. Each treatment commences with a Perennial Tea ceremony, which is said to represent the elements of nature, and is developed according to the biorhythms of your body and the changing seasons. Facilities include a double treatment room for stressed-out couples, a floatation pool for a meditative bob-around and a Turkish steam room for a pore-cleansing pick-me-up. Open from 8am to 8pm.
Artscape Theatre Centre
DF Malan Street, Foreshore
Tel: 021 410 9800
Website: www.artscape.co.za
The city's premier theatre venue oozes an old-world majesty. Towering chandeliers and imposing velvet drapes reinforce the effect. Come here for a serious culture fix - the Artscape is the home base of major players like the Cape Town City Ballet, Cape Town Opera, the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra and the Jazzart contemporary dance company. Award winning theatre, from South African and abroad, is also on the cards.
Marco's African Place
15 Rose Street, Bo-Kaap
Tel: 021 423 5412
Website: www.marcosafricanplace.co.za
The theme and live music are strictly Africa and is perfect for tourists looking for local kicks. There are shows nearly every night and popular jazz musicians like Jimmy Dludlu and Sibongile Khumalo often perform here. Artists often get the crown involved.
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