Kloof Street House
Indoor fun for when the weather outside is frightful.
Bartolomeu Dias named it the Cape of Storms, and he had a point! The Mother City can be sunny and glorious, but also moody and tempestuous on any given day. While beaches and summer sundowners may be the defining images of Cape Town, the city takes on a special kind of beauty during the colder months, when a blanket of mist often hangs over the Atlantic Seaboard, waves crash in the smaller harbours around the Peninsula, and rain beats down.
Fortunately, there’s no shortage of fun things to do under cover in Cape Town – from trying new flavours to inspirational art and indoor adventures. Whether you like it cosy, creative or energetic, we’ve got something to keep you and the family entertained.
Warm up at a spa
Could there be anything more pleasant than swapping the cold rain for a hot, steamy space, where the water’s warm and you feel cosseted and special?. A spa date is sure to sweep the grey clouds out of your mind, and you’ll emerge glowing for the next sunny day. The One&Only hotel’s island spa features a his-and-hers thermal section equipped with aroma-steam rooms, saunas and bubble-jet vitality pools. At the Taj hotel, the Ayurveda-led spa has a hammam, sauna, jacuzzi and heated pool (or take your partner and book the double treatment suite with its own bathtub and hammam).
Good to know Use of these facilities is based on booking treatments. For more options and spa treatment menus, see The 10 Best Spas in Cape Town.
Opening times Both: Daily, 8am – 8pm
Contact One&Only: 021 431 5810, spa.reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com
Taj: 021 819 2028, jwellnesscircle.capetown@tajhotels.com
Where to find it One&Only: Cape Town, Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Taj Cape Town: 1 Wale Street, corner of St Georges Mall, Cape Town
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Up your kitchen game at The Chef’s Studio
Cold weather and rain tend to stimulate the appetite, so why not cook up a feast under the watchful eye of chef Matt Manning and his team from Grub & Vine Bistro. Upstairs is a dream professional kitchen for his interactive culinary workshops, featuring custom-built workstations with slick surfaces and state-of-the-art cookware. UK-born Matt, who cut his teeth under the likes of Marcus Wareing and Gordon Ramsay, offers a range of themed classes (whether based on a country’s cuisine or perfecting an iconic dish) and sessions suited to special celebrations such as birthdays. After some hands-on cooking, everyone settles down at the long table to enjoy their multi-course feast.
Good to know Afterwards, pop downstairs for a celebratory glass of wine at Culture Wine Bar or cocktails (and live music) at The Blue Room.
Opening times Monday – Saturday, 9am – 10pm
Cost From R750 per person (four-course dinner)
Contact 076 256 8654, events@mattmanningchef.com
Where to find it 103 Bree Street, Cape Town
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Keep moving at Total Ninja
If you’ve ever watched Ninja Warrior on TV, you’ll know what to expect at this indoor playpark and fitness centre. Not just a cool name, it also has the coolest combination of obstacles and inflatables to conquer. The black-and-red colour scheme, industrial aesthetic and funky lighting set the mood for some seriously fun action. Total Ninja will have kids of all ages (even grown-up ones) climbing, swinging, jumping, balancing, sliding and negotiating everything from cargo nets, monkey bars, see-saws, wonky ladders and bridges to the wrecking ball, gladiator pit, Wipeout and Warped Wall – plus there’s the Strike Arena for competitive ninjas. It’s a full-body workout, and no matter what happens, there’s always a soft landing.
Good to know There are three levels of ninja ability, including a dedicated area for “mini ninjas” (under-4s), all supervised and guided by trained professionals. The cafe serves all the family favourites, plus great coffee and even mocktails.
Opening times Monday – Friday, 10am – 9pm
Saturday + Sunday, 9am – 9pm
Cost R160 (one hour); R240 (two hours)
Under-4s: R80 (one hour); R120 (two hours)
R45 (compulsory socks)
Contact 021 745 3089, brp@totalninja.co.za
Where to find it Black River Park (South Entrance), Fir Street, Observatory, Cape Town
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Treat yourself at the Vista Lounge
Dress up a little and escape the drab, drizzly world outside in this stylish, light-filled space – with its floor-to-ceiling windows framing a view of Table Mountain. It’s One&Only Cape Town’s hotel’s beating heart, and a wonderful spot to while away the hours with friends in a plush setting. Little marble tables await your order from the bar (theatrical, multi-sensory cocktails inspired by local mythology and fables) or chef Karen Dudley’s all-day menu – be it richly delicious mushroom toast, Japanese seafood curry, gnocchi with artichoke crème, a steak or burger. If you prefer your treats sweet, the cap classique high tea with its patisserie, scones, cake and bubbly perfectly matches the setting.
Opening times Daily, 7am – 11pm
Contact 021 431 5888, reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com
Where to find it One&Only Cape Town, Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
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Explore the world of whisky at The Taj
Fine whiskies in crystal glasses, old black-and-white photos on exposed brick walls… Taj Cape Town’s Whisky Lounge is an intimate enclave off the hotel’s Lobby Lounge. The sophisticated space is dedicated to an extensive whisky collection, including rare single malts bought from private collectors or at auction, and offers a series of tastings that are the perfect way to learn more about this age-old spirit. Three food-and-whisky pairings cover Irish whiskey (with chocolate truffles), Scottish whisky (with mini desserts) and global whiskies, including SA’s own (with savoury canapés). Or you can delve deeper with customised tastings – from a beginner’s intro or a focus on specific countries (including American and Asian whiskies) to flavour profiles.
Opening times Daily, 11am – late
Pairings daily from 2pm
Cost R395 – R695 (pairings)
Contact 021 819 2111, restaurants.capetown@tajhotels.com
Where to find it 1 Wale Street, corner of St Georges Mall, Cape Town
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Paint up a storm at Artjamming
When inspiration strikes (or energy needs to be calmed and channelled), pop in at Artjamming to bring your artistic vision to life. Choose a blank canvas (various sizes available), pop it on an easel, don an apron and get going on your masterpiece. There’s an array of drawing materials and acrylic paint colours to choose from, as well as stencils, sponges, spray nozzles and even hairdryers (good for artistic effects and for drying paint!).
Good to know You can also unleash your imagination on making your own slime at SlimeTime – choose your colours, glitters, textures and flavours (!).
Opening times Daily, 9am – 6pm
Cost R185 – R1 200 (depending on size of canvas)
SlimeTime: From R99
Contact 021 425 5050, waterfront@artjamming.co.za
082 560 3866, natasha@artjamming.co.za
Where to find it Above Toy Kingdom, Breakwater Boulevard, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Lourensford Wine Estate, Lourensford Road, Somerset West
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Scale new heights at CityRock
You could sit on the couch watching action films on Netflix – or you can harness up and make like Spider-Man. This 3 600m2 indoor climbing gym offers various walls for different types of climbing, solo or with a partner, for the experienced or newbies. CityRock allows youngsters on its climbing walls (age 5 – 12 in the dedicated Kids Zone) as long as children under 16 years have an adult/parent accompanying them. It also offers courses so parents and kids can learn to supervise and climb safely.
Good to know Bookings are required for children under 13 years.
Opening times Monday – Thursday, 11am – 9pm
Friday – Sunday + public holidays, 9am – 6pm
Cost R160 (child, 5 – 18 years) for two hours
R190 (adult); R170 (student/pensioner),
Bouldering: R160 (adult), R120 (student)
Gear: R100 (shoes + harness); R70 (shoes or harness)
R250 (intro to climbing)
Contact 021 447 1326, capetown@cityrock.co.za
Where to find it The Island, 9 Milner Street, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town
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Enjoy high tea at Cellars-Hohenort
This gracious and historic country hotel in the Constantia Valley is arguably one of the loveliest spots to enjoy high tea at any time of the year, thanks to its award-winning gardens, which really are rather extraordinary. The Classic High Tea served in the light and airy Greenhouse kicks off with a welcome glass of bubbly, then proceeds over four courses: from smoked burrata mousse, mini beef Wellingtons and pulled lamb cannoli on the savoury side, to an array of sweet delights: Black Forest opera cake, hibiscus and rose cheesecake, hazelnut macarons – not forgetting traditional finger sandwiches, and scones with jam and chantilly cream. To drink, there’s a fine selection of 11 loose-leaf Nigiro teas, rooibos and herbal infusions – the exclusive hotel blend of green rooibos with various fruits, flowers, herbs and Liz McGrath rose petals truly conjures a sense of place.
Good to know Booking is required 24 hours in advance.
Cost R435 per person
R215 (children 4 – 11 years)
Opening times Saturday + Sunday, 11am – 1pm; 2pm – 4pm
Contact 021 794 2137, functions@cellars-hohenort.co.za
Where to find it 93 Brommersvlei Road, Constantia, Cape Town
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Make your own gin at Distillers & Union
Enter the experimental “lab” upstairs at Distillers & Union, where rows of bottles hold the botanicals (spicy, citrusy, herby, floral, bold, delicate…) needed to concoct your own unique gin. Book a gin-making experience, and you’ll be guided through the process – including distillation in an antique copper still – enjoy G&Ts and snacks, and go home with your 500ml bottle with a handmade label. Choose the deluxe package and your bottle will get a wax seal, plus you’ll have colourings and glitter to add to your gin if you like, and enjoy a full tasting of the distillery’s own 5 Pence Gins paired with garnishes. Booking is essential.
Good to know There are also tastings of craft beers plus the distillery’s Dragon alcoholic ginger beer and hard seltzers, plus a menu of delicious wood-fired pizzas.
Opening times Thursday – Sunday, 12pm or 5pm
Cost R595 standard; R750 deluxe
Tastings: R95 – R150
Contact 021 447 2517, info@distillersunion.co.za
Where to find it 156 Victoria Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
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Admire art (+ nature) at the Norval Foundation
Add a dose of culture to your visit to the Constantia winelands at this haven of art and nature. Located in the serene Steenberg wetlands amid indigenous flora, this art museum’s modern glass-and-metal exterior matches the splendour and inspiration within. The labyrinth of purpose-built galleries (nine in total) showcases top South African and African modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture, photography and fascinating, large-scale installations. A few hours here and you’ll forget all about the weather… Later, grab a bite to eat (or stay for dinner) at Grub & Vine – seasonal tasting menus paired with excellent wine and views over the sculpture garden.
Good to know There is a special Lunch + Day Pass deal, including entry and a two-course meal. There are free guided tours on Thursdays at 2pm.
Opening times Wednesday – Saturday, 10am – 5pm
Sunday, 10am – 4pm
Cost R200 (adult); R400 (annual membership) for African nationals
R100 (age 18 – 24 + Pensioner Thursday); free (children under 18)
Contact 087 654 5900, info@norvalfoundation.org
Where to find it 4 Steenberg Road, Tokai, Cape Town
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Gain some perspective at the Planetarium
This rainy-day favourite for generations has undergone a 21st-century makeover with a Digital Dome, making it the most advanced planetarium on the continent, providing both multi-sensory edutainment and cutting-edge scientific research facilities. With its 360-degree screen, it makes virtual voyages of the entire universe possible. The planetarium has several shows, some specifically for children. Here’s where you can find out more about Ancient Mayan astronomy, the dark universe, the sun or the search for other worlds.
Good to know The Iziko SA Museum is right next door – filled with interesting exhibits ranging from fossils and dinosaurs to giant squids and enormous whale skeletons.
Opening times Tuesday – Sunday, 9am – 5pm
Shows: Tuesday – Friday, 3pm; Saturday + Sunday, 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm + 2pm
Cost R70 (SA adults)
R40 (children, students + pensioners)
Family ticket: R180 (2 adults + 2 children)
R100 (international visitors)
Contact 021 481 3800, info@iziko.org.za
Where to find it 25 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town
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Feast your senses at Kloof Street House
Is there a better way to brighten up a grey day than with a long, lazy meal in gorgeous, atmospheric surroundings? This striking Victorian house, set back from bustling Kloof Street in a serene garden courtyard, is filled with Gatsby-esque furnishings and finishes that set the scene perfectly. Think lofty pressed ceilings, dazzling chandeliers, dark-wood floors and deep-buttoned leather sofas in the library lounge, with three crackling fireplaces creating a cosy ambience. Toss in a live-jazz set on Sunday afternoons from 1pm, and you have the makings of an unforgettable afternoon in the city. The brasserie-style menu features all the comfort classics and a selection of small plates.
Good to know The all-day brunch menu is served until 4pm, with bottomless mimosas from 10am – noon (R199 extra). There is also a Winter Lunch Special (every day except Sunday): R250 (two courses), R295 (three courses).
Opening times Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – late
Monday, 12pm – late
Contact details 021 423 4413, info@kloofstreethouse.co.za
Where to find it 30 Kloof Street, Gardens, Cape Town
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Solve real-world mysteries at HintHunt
Many stories, whether in books or on screen, present a thrilling narrative of an escape plan in one form or another. Now you can immerse yourself in a similarly riveting adventure at HintHunt, which offers six different scenarios. You’ll need to solve challenging riddles, crafty puzzles and interpret clues in order to complete the escape – all within a time limit. The themed Escape Rooms include futuristic superhero-style “Marble”, a shipwreck, a submarine, a spooky old hotel, an Indiana Jones treasure quest and a classic prison break.
Good to know The games are open to groups of two to six people and last 60 minutes, except “Marble” which requires a minimum of four players and lasts 75 minutes.
Opening times Monday – Thursday, 10am – 7pm
Friday + Saturday, 10am – 8.30pm; Sunday, 10am – 5.30pm
Cost R335 per person
Marble: R395 per person
Contact 021 001 4215, capetown@hinthunt.co.za
Where to find it The Watershed, 17 Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
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Spoil yourself at Honest Chocolate Café
Everything’s better with chocolate, especially a gloomy day – you’ll need no convincing to head straight to this cosy haven, where treats are crafted from bean-to-bar artisanal chocolate (made with ethically sourced organic cacao beans at the factory down the road). Start with the 70% dark hot chocolate (“short & dark” or “tall & milky”, with added flavours like Mexican spices, orange or peanut butter) – then be tempted by brownies, pastries, banana bread ice cream volcano, miso choc-chip ice-cream cookies or an assortment of bonbon truffles. There’s something for everyone here, including vegan/dairy-free and gluten-free treats.
Good to know Learn how chocolate is made at workshops at their factory in Woodstock and make your own truffles to take home (on the last Saturday morning of the month). You’ll also find the Secret Gin & Bubbly Bar hidden at the back of the café (and open till late).
Opening times Monday – Thursday, 9am – 6pm
Friday + Saturday, 9am – 9pm; Sunday, 9am – 5pm
Contact 076 765 8306, cafe@honestchocolate.co.za
Where to find it 64A Wale Street, Cape Town
Hang out at the Mojo Market
Just off the Sea Point Promenade, this buzzing indoor market boasts over 30 food outlets in a double-volume, sea-facing, 2 000-square-metre space. It’s open almost 24 hours a day, so from breakfast to late-night munchies you’re guaranteed something delicious. The food choice is multi-cultural and top-notch, from ramen, dim sum, curries, ribs, tortillas and smoky spitbraai to Dutch-Indonesian nasi goreng, West Coast mussels, amazeballs (think arancini, bitterballen, falafel type bites) and Middle Eastern kunafa desserts. It’s a popular socialising spot as there are five bars (each dedicated to a specific beverage), plus the added attraction of free live music and big screens for major sports events. What’s more, your dog is welcome.
Good to know Come for Salsa Sundays from 8pm with Latin DJs and cocktails.
Opening times Daily, 8am – midnight
Cost Free entry
Contact 021 422 4888, admin1@freedomproperties.co.za
Where to find it 30 Regent Road, Sea Point, Cape Town
Time travel at the Irma Stern Museum
Also known as The Firs, this gorgeous house was once the home of Irma Stern (1894 –1966), one of South Africa’s most flamboyant artists. An exploration of its vibrantly and elaborately decorated spaces leads you past her eclectic collections of art, artefacts and furniture, and a studio that still has her easel and painting tools ready, as if she’s just left the room for a moment…
Good to know You can join an art class every second Saturday of the month (10am – 12.30am; booking via Quicket essential). These include clay, collage, drawing and ink-resist painting.
Opening times Wednesday – Friday, 10am – 5pm
Saturday, 10am – 2pm
Cost R65
Free (under-18s, students + pensioners)
R150 (art class, including materials)
Contact 021 650 7240, irmastern@uct.ac.za
Where to find it 21 Cecil Road, Rosebank, Cape Town
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Ride the steam train to Elgin
Few things are more evocative than a steam-train ride… Ceres Rail’s grand old locomotives make a full-day round trip to Elgin in the Overberg on weekends, departing from the city and travelling up and over Sir Lowry’s Pass (one of the steepest rail lines in South Africa). Enjoy breathtaking mountain and ocean scenery, and views of fynbos-covered hills, farmlands and orchards. Drinks and snacks are available to purchase on board. The destination is the steampunk-style Elgin Railway Market, where live music and street-food stalls create a fun day out, and kids can let off a little steam of their own in the play area.
Good to know There are two bar areas serving cocktails, beer, bubbly and wine; the Bar Lounge car is for adults only.
Times Most Saturdays, selected Sundays + public holidays, 7.30am – 6.30pm
Cost R675 (adult); R540 (pensioner); R500 (child); kids under 3 free Book Now
R899 (lounge car seat) Book Now
R975 (observation car seat – selected dates only) Book Now
Family Coupé: R1 775 (two adults + 2 children) Book Now
Family Compartment: R3 350 (seats six adults maximum) Book Now
Where to find it AC Marriott Hotel platform, Dockrail Road, Foreshore, Cape Town
Note There is another option: The Atlantic Rail steam train runs on public holidays from Cape Town to Simon’s Town, taking in the glorious views of False Bay. Book Now
Go old-school with 10-Pin Bowling
With its top-notch ten-pin bowling lanes and computer-controlled scoring system, Let’s Go Bowling is fun for the whole family. Add to that a bar selling Newlands craft beers, cocktails and mocktails; pool tables and big-screen sports, plus a pizza parlour, and it’s an ideal spot to hang out on rainy days. It’s part of a greater space called Let’s Entertain U, which includes Kidz Play (a supervised indoor playground and giant jungle gym) and a video-game arcade. All bases covered, then.
Good to know There’s a Sunday special for grandparents, and specials combining food, drinks and games.
Opening times Monday – Friday, 10am – 10pm
Saturday, 9am – 10pm; Sunday, 10am – 9pm
Cost R85 (one game)
R75 (Kidz Play); R45 if parents are bowling
R20 entry (redeemable on food and beverages)
Contact 087 378 0891, 068 270 2641 (WhatsApp), stadium@letsgobowling.co.za
Where to find it Stadium on Main, Main Road, Claremont, Cape Town
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Taste the globe at Time Out Market
Time Out Markets, which began in Lisbon in 2014 and spread to New York, Boston, Chicago, Montreal, Dubai and more, gather the best of the best under one roof to reflect the cool culinary and cultural trends of a city. On a quay overlooking Table Mountain, the Mother City’s food court features well-known chefs (Peter Tempelhoff, Giorgio Nava, Bertus Basson among others) and concessionaires wielding their magic in 12 kitchens and four bars. Here you can try dishes from top restaurants in a relaxed setting – seafood, sushi, Cape Malay, Indian, shisanyama from Vusi Ndlovu’s Mlilo “Fires Of Africa” concept, plus there’s Culture Wine Bar, Siba Mtongana’s The Siba Deli, How Bao Now, YARD pizzas and Unframed ice cream. With a stage for live performances upstairs in the Time Out Studio, and plenty of seating inside and out, it’s a culinary hotspot!
Opening times Sunday – Wednesday, 11am – 10pm
Thursday – Saturday, 11am – 11pm
Cost Free entry
Contact info.capetown@timeoutmarket.com
Where to find it Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Celebrate water at the Two Oceans Aquarium
This world-class aquarium is home to more than 10 000 sea animals of all shapes, sizes and colours. It’s an exciting peek into life off our shores, with a mesmerising swaying kelp forest, schools of shiny fish swimming in unison, gliding turtles and even sharks, which can also be viewed from within a 10-metre glass tunnel. There are more exotic fish too, such as jellies, octopus, seahorses, pufferfish and moray eels. The popular penguin exhibit is always a hit with the kids, plus they can get up close to anemones and starfish at the Touch Pool.
Good to know Don’t miss the mass fishy feast during feeding time at 12pm; the penguins are fed twice a day, at 11.30am and 2.30pm.
Opening times Daily, 9.30am – 6pm
Cost R250 (adult); R190 (after 3pm)
R185 (teens, students, pensioners); R140 (after 3pm)
R115 (children 4 – 13 years); R85 (after 3pm)
Contact 021 418 3823, aquarium@aquarium.co.za
Where to find it Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
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Find a full beer experience at Woodstock Brewery
Drawing on the free-wheeling rock ’n roll spirit of the famous 1960s music festival, this craft brewery takes an experimental approach. Come for a tour and a tasting (10 brews, ranging from Born Slippy lager and Happy Pills pilsener to Dublin Soul stout, Sugarman’s Belgian quad and hazelnut-chocolatey Mr Brownstone). Then settle into a communal table in the beerhall and enjoy your favourite pint with beer-matching comfort food (burgers, schnitzels, curries, wurst, giant pretzels).
Good to know Small-batch Thursdays (every second week) introduce limited-release experiments, and the brewery attracts some big names as a live-music venue. There is also a Taproom in Observatory (105 Main Road).
Opening times Monday – Sunday, 12pm – 9pm (Saturday from 11am)
Cost R10 per taster
Contact 021 203 3045, mark@woodstockbrewery.co.za
Where to find it 252 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
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See top art + architecture at Zeitz MOCAA
Touted as Cape Town’s Tate Modern, it’s impossible to miss the impressive structure that is the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa when visiting the Waterfront. Its raw-concrete bulk and signature convex windows tower over nearby buildings and ships in the harbour. Known for its cutting-edge exhibitions, the building itself is a showstopper too, with 42 historical grain silos given an eye-catching makeover courtesy of the UK’s Heatherwick Studio in 2017. The many and varied spaces over six floors include the cathedral-like Atrium, the Centre for Art Education, the artist-in-residence Atelier, a rooftop terrace and a museum shop, as well as a coffee shop and sixth-floor restaurant with fabulous views.
Opening times Monday – Sunday, 10am – 6pm (last entry at 5.30pm)
Free tours at 12.30pm Tuesday – Saturday
Cost R250 (adult)
Free for children + teens
Free for SA + African citizens on Wednesday mornings
Contact 087 350 4777, info@zeitzmocaa.museum
Where to find it Silo District, South Arm Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
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Get your craft kicks at the DIY Craft Bar
You can get seriously upskilled with regular visits to the DIY Craft Bar in Noordhoek. There’s a selection of three-hour projects available every day – cool, contemporary crafts such as shibori (Japanese tie-dying), macramé, felt work, resin crafts, concrete decor items, lino printing and more. You’ll get all the materials and tools you need, with detailed instructions. Also look out for the once-off workshops with a skilled crafter – anything from origami proteas, painting with wine and gelli-plate printing to making woven mules (shoes) or terrariums.
Good to know Booking is essential; minimum two people per session, maximum 24. Crafts are designed for all levels and suitable for tweens, teens and adults.
Opening times Monday – Saturday, 10am – 1pm; 2pm – 5pm
Also Tuesday – Thursday, 6pm – 9pm
Cost R180 – R330
Contact 082 373 0149, andy@diycraftbar.co.za
Where to find it Red Herring Centre, 65 Beach Road, Noordhoek, Cape Town
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Drink wine in a “cave” at Klein Roosboom
If rainy days make you feel like hibernating, why not crawl into one of the cosy “caves” at boutique winery Klein Roosboom and drink some superb wine instead? The seven caves are fashioned from old concrete wine tanks, and each is quirkily decorated according to a theme (from “Versailles” to “The Pantry”), with comfy seating, trinkets, vintage furniture and bits and bobs. It couldn’t get more atmospheric than this. The outdoor area has been completely revamped, too, enclosed by stacking windows with a fireplace to keep it warm. Nibbles include farm bread with delicious toppings and veggie crisps, hearty cheese and meat platters, and a soup of the day in winter. There’s also Jéan Restaurant on site, for farm-style seasonal dishes if you’d prefer a full meal after your tasting.
Good to know The caves seat groups of 4 to 8 people. If you purchase 12 or more bottles of wine (or wine to the value of R1 250), the tasting is free.
Opening times Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm (wine tasting); 9am – 4pm (restaurant)
Cost R160 (premium tasting, five wines)
R90 (four white wines); R95 (four reds)
R20 (brut bubbly or limited range sauvignon blanc)
R220 – R275 (platters)
Contact 086 057 2572, tastingroom@kleinroosboom.co.za
Where to find it Tygerberg Valley Road (M13), Durbanville, Cape Town
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