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The sound waves are sizzling at beautiful Backsberg this summer!There is no better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than relaxing in the sun with a glass of fine wine as brilliant artists entertain you. Freshly Ground, Francois van Coke, Koos Kombuis, Dan Patlansky and many others will have you tapping your toes to their awesome acoustic vibes. There is a slight twist with the series this year as each of the performers will be bringing an up-and-coming artist with them to open the gig.The series…See More

The sound waves are sizzling at beautiful Backsberg this summer!There is no better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than relaxing in the sun with a glass of fine wine as brilliant artists entertain you. Freshly Ground, Francois van Coke, Koos Kombuis, Dan Patlansky and many others will have you tapping your toes to their awesome acoustic vibes. There is a slight twist with the series this year as each of the performers will be bringing an up-and-coming artist with them to open the gig.The series…See More

Come along to SDG Hotel and be in stiches for a whole evening of comedy with top South African comedians! Join us from 7pm in the restaurant and enjoy the Chef's specially chosen three-course meal menu. Tickets cost only R200.00 per person (including the 3 course meal & comedy show)! To book, email your name, contact details and the number of people you'd like to book for to info@sdghotel.co.za. For more information contact Nicola on 083 258 9665. Terms & Conditions Apply!Booking…See More

The Mother City’s winter muti is back!The 7th annual Vodacom Funny Festival, Cape Town’s premier comedy festival runs from 13 June to 10 July at the Baxter Theatre. The popular show, which has become 'Cape Town’s Winter Tonic', promises to be a hilarious night out and brings a number of international acts to our shores.Master of Ceremonies is Alan Committie, South Africa's top comedy host with a wit so sharp, it's frightening. A special performance with the funniest Archbishop, Emeritus Desmond…See More

Grab your skat and head to Darling for some skandaal and festive winter funEat, drink and be merry at Evita se Perron, where Evita Bezuidenhout will make you forget you’re in South Africa in winter, just six months away from the Christmas season. It’s cold, cosy, unique and memorable. A Christmas tree with Tannie and all that is found in the Xmas stocking – scandal, hope, laughter and a sing-a-long.Evita wonders if anyone in politics will turn up to receive their presents, or will African Time…See More

Grab your biggest basket and head to one of the Mother City's favourite marketsBrowse, purchase, picnic and relax in the sun surrounded by magnificent mountains and indigenous shade trees. The setting for the Hout Bay Craft Market is magical and the crafters are happy-go-lucky folk who exude the peaceful, country vibe that is Hout Bay.The variety of crafts is mind boggling – clothing, knitwear, leather work, iron and steel work, African curious, wire work, basketry, handmade soaps, woodwork,…See More

Guzzle your fill of 24 000 fresh oysters at Jozi's Oyster, Wine and Food Festival!Fresh juicy oysters, fine wines and a variety of delicious oyster dishes await visitors at the Oyster, Wine & Food Festival. This mouth-watering celebration of food will take place at The Brightwater Commons.Not into slipping molluscs down your gullet? Swirl your glass at the wine tasting or try other deli products. Food lovers can sample a variety of scrumptious treats ranging from gourmet cheeses and olives…See More

Support charity by joining in one of the world's most exciting sea swim races - the Cadiz Freedeom Swim 2011. The race covers a distance of 7.5 kilometers from Robben Island to Big Bay, Blouberg, in the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean - definitely not for the faint-hearted.Description:Celebrity open water swimmers will be participating, with the solo winner taking home a record US$10,000 in prize money. Other events include relay categories for school and corporates, as well as a wetsuit relay…See More