Nucleus and Body are two Cape Town-based labels designed and run by Nicole Rasmussen. Nucleus incorporates fabrics like linen, chiffon and cotton twill to show drape as well as tailoring, while its sister range, Body, focuses on casual clothing with a twist, using cotton knits and viscose knits. And on Friday, 1 and Saturday, 2 June you can enjoy up to 30% off on current Nucleus and Body stock.
As colder weather settles in for the next few months we may need a little extra incentive to leave the comforts of home, but some of our favourite restaurants are making it that much easier. With some greats specials on offer at Rick’s Café and Café Caprice winter is starting to look better and better. Tapas, mezze, gluhwein, tequila and Jack Back, and 2-for1 burgers,are just a few of the great deals available.
Join The Roundhouse in celebrating four years of fine dining cuisine and hospitality with their Autumn Special: a four-course menu with some deliciously warming fare, including Slow-Braised Short Rib with Shallots, Leeks, Leek Flowers, Baby Onions and Lemon Thyme Oil, and Dark Chocolate Mousse with Praline Foam, Coffee-Poached Pears, Espresso Jelly, Coffee Meringues and Chocolate Soil.
freeRange Jewels is not only very proudly South African, the entire team, headed by designer Marelé Lamprecht, loves what they do, and the results speak for themselves: exquisite, unique handcrafted pieces that are wearable works of art. Good news is that freeRange Jewels has decided to extend their Design Indaba promotion so from now until the end of April they’re offering between 30% and 40% off a selected range.
There’s nothing like taking a break and being a tourist in your own town, especially when it’s Cape Town. African Pride 15 On Orange is running a fantastic Easter Escape special in April that includes a back & shoulder massage or mini-facial and, if you’re taking kids under 12, plenty of games and a movie with the requisite popcorn and soda. Opt for the Easter weekend and a deliciously indulgent Lindt bunny is included. More>
Cape Town’s culinary event of the year is less than a month away and this year Taste of Cape Town has partnered with Table Magic. The city’s most acclaimed restaurants and top chefs, and carefully selected exhibitors, are preparing to delight dedicated foodies from 19 to 22 April, and Table Magic is running an exclusive offer: book online via Table Magic and receive one free entry-only ticket with every three purchased.
To mark the launch of their new Overnight Repair Serum, Dermalogica and View Health and Skin Care in Tokai is running a fabulous promotion in which you can receive a tube of Power Rich (value R410) absolutely free! This is a limited offer and only valid while stocks lasts, so get there soon.
With the success of the breakfast events held in January and February, Keenwä has decided to host its increasingly popular Peruvian breakfast on the last Saturday of every month. The next breakfast happens on Saturday 31 March from the ideal time of 10:30am. Booking is essential so if you’d like to try out some authentic Peruvian cuisine, including sandwiches and tamales, do so soon to make sure you don’t have to wait until April.
Elegant, stylish interiors, a relaxed, laid back vibe and breathtaking views make Sapphire Cocktail Bar one of the best places to enjoy perfectly balanced cocktails and superb dishes prepared in the kitchen of their famous big brother, Blues Restaurant. But just in case it’s not enough, add in some of the best live acts and DJs around and a seafood and cocktail special that’ll keep you returning time and again.
Soulful Beauty in the Cape Quarter offers the ultimate experience for total wellbeing and beauty of mind, body and soul with heavenly rituals and they’re offering three great specials throughout February: a Decleor Aroma Essential Vitamin Facial and Back Massage, a Full Body One Hour Relaxing Couple Massages and Full Set Lash Extensions and Complimentary Eyebrow Tint.
Start the week with some old-world charm at Alexander Bar & Café in Strand Street, where great wine, classic martinis, whiskies, smooth jazz and world music, working rotary telephones and fun toys stimulate playful interaction and conversation. And the best way to shake off your Monday Malaise on the 13th is with the Monday Malay Meal Deal of Chicken Biryani and Salad at a mouthwatering R40.
Since its opening just a few months ago Valora has earned its reputation as a culinary gem and now they’re making the end of the week even better. Thursday offers specials on pizza and pasta, and on forget about happy hour on Fridays - Valora’s cocktail specials run all night. Two excellent reasons to celebrate the start of the weekend at the corner of Loop and Hout Streets.
Gusto Cafeteria in Gardens offers up freshly baked treats, a buffet menu that changes daily, as well as an organic market every Wednesday and Saturday. They also serve some of the best organic coffee in town. There are few, in any, better ways to start the day than with good coffee and a delicious muffin, and Gusto’s early bird special is an absolute bargain.
Vredehoek’s favourite neighbourhood eatery - The Sidewalk Café - turns two this month. Help them celebrate their birthday by enjoying some delicious 2-for-1 specials and spectacular views over Cape Town. Not sure whether you’d prefer breakfast or dinner or just unwinding with a cocktail or three? Specials run throughout the day!
We’ve just heard that not only did Monday Design win a Loerie Award for the El Burro logo, El Burro has extended their winter half price lunch promotion. Great news! Authentic Mexican cuisine, funky decor, an extensive tequila selection, and some of the best margaritas this side of Mexico. What more do you need?
Rick’s Cafe Americain in Gardens has breakfast specials running on game days throughout Rugby World Cup 2011.
The last few months of any year are particularly busy: corporate and private entertaining, festive season events, office parties. Add in birthdays, family occasions and other events and it can all get out of hand in a hurry. The answer is to get help - only not from relatives or friends who mean well, but end up adding to the chaos and stress.
Boots and unique furniture design are two of a very small number of things that make me look twice - and even lust after. Dondup in Longmarket Street has just unveiled three fabulous products, two of which on my list. This fashion and accessory store, which has a dedicated following, is also having a sale that you don’t want to miss! More>
Gingko Spa at The Mansions invites you to relax with and recapture the forgotten sense of well-being with their September special. The Spa’s comprehensive menu of treatments represents a blend of traditional and global accents, with many based on the beauty, healing, and rejuvenation secrets of ancient cultures.
The Grand Café and Beach will be hosting a breakfast for the South Africa v s Wales rugby game on Sunday 11 September, 2011. Show your support with either a traditionally South African feast or the Wales breakfast. Alternatively, hedge your bets with either the lighter option or the health breakfast.
Trinity boasts a huge 4878mm x 2743mm screen and a Funktion 1 sound system for World Cup games and are serving breakfast and drinks before and during each game. Every week they give away Springbok memorabilia and an authentic replica jersey. Trinity, in association with ABSA Boktown, also offer exclusive packages.
Rugby World Cup or not, &Union in Bree Street runs some great specials throughout the week, including a full breakfast, morning after brunch and the well known Buckets O’ Love. Also on the menu: organic coffee, Real Music Wednesdays, unique wine, as well excellent sandwiches, their famous pregos and Germanic styled Wursts.
Rugby World Cup 2011 is days away and with the time difference it means games take place either early, or very early! Caveau - The Mill & The Courtyard - Sotano and Gourmet Burger are running some great breakfast specials throughout the World Cup - because if you have to wake up early, you shouldn’t have to cook too.