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7 days ago
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10 Best pet-friendly spots for a fun day with your furry friends
Mount Nelson High Tea Pinkies up – and tails wagging! The iconic Afternoon Tea at the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is not just for humans anymore. This pet-friendly experience welcomes well-behaved furry friends to join in the elegant fun - You, your fur baby, and a tea tray laden with delicate sweet and savoury delights, all set against the lush garden backdrop of The Nelly. Dress to impress (matching outfits encouraged) and enjoy a sophisticated afternoon that treats both two-legged and four-legged guests like royalty. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mount Nelson (@belmondmountnelsonhotel) Massimo's Hout Bay If you're in need of the 'hair of the dog', why not shake it off at Massimo's in Hout Bay. Best of all your pooch can also grab a bite to eat too, as Massimo's has a dedicated dog menu. Deletectable treats to choose from include 'The Rock', which is a frozen hoof stuffed with chicken and butternut, and even a bone-shaped dog-pizza! Noordhoek Farm Village Noordhoek Farm Village is an all-in-one dog-friendly venue. The Café Roux and the FoodBarn are village restaurants that welcome dogs with their owners. The little shops, delis and cafes enclose a central grassy patch for the dogs to cavort on and charm passers-by. Human children are also welcome here and it is sweet to watch the friendships that arise between furry and non-furry children. Did you know: Noordhoek beach is only a 5-minute drive from the Village. It's perfect for grabbing a takeaway coffee from one of our restaurants, and a treat for your four-legged friend. Eden on the Bay Mall Like teenagers, dogs enjoy hanging out with other dogs at the mall. The Eden on the Bay mall is your destination of choice if you want to hang out with your pet at the mall. All the restaurants are dog-friendly, so you and your hound can take your pick where to eat in this beachfront mall, including the Fat Cactus and the Happy Folk restaurants. Alternatively send your spouse to do the weekly grocery shopping while you and Spot wile away the morning over a cup of coffee. Did you know: The mall is also home to Bergzicht Animal Hospital and they often host interesting workshops or pet events. Deer Park Cafe Maybe you want to savour your early morning coffee whilst watching your dog savouring the early morning smells. Let your pet loose on the Rocklands Road Park lawns in Vredehoek, whilst you sip your morning kickstarter at the adjacent Deer Park Café. Your dog can exchange sniffing gossip with his canine friends whilst you catch up with human gossip at the café. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Deer Park Cafe (@deer_park_cafe) Thorfynn Restaurant Monkey Valley Take in the magnificent views of Noordhoek and the ocean, whilst sitting amongst the milkwood trees at the Thorfynn Restaurant at the Monkey Valley Resort. The restaurant is popular amongst pet-lovers as dogs are welcome on- and off-leash (if they behave themselves nicely) and the restaurant is set in such a tranquil oasis, sheltered from the south-easter and surrounded by trees. Did you know? Thorfynn's is named after a Viking ancestor of the resort's owner, whose family name evolved from 'Thorfynn' to 'Topping' over time. So while you sip a cold drink under the milkwoods, you're also soaking up a slice of Viking history. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MONKEY VALLEY RESORT (@monkeyvalleyresortcpt) Green Point Park There is always something for everyone in Cape Town, including cats! On a mellow Sunday afternoon, you can find walkers ambling along with their fluffy felines by their side at Green Point Park. Dogs are required to be on leash at all times (except in a special fenced-off area), so cats are safe to step out in style. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Green Point Park Cape Town (@greenpointparkcapetown) Company's Garden Restaurant Set within the historic Company's Garden in the CBD, this leafy oasis offers charming outdoor seating under grand oak trees, perfect for relaxing lunch dates with your pooch. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor area, and water bowls are provided, making it an ideal spot for a calm, canine‑friendly meal. As you dine under the shade of historic trees, take in the century‑old botanical wonders - and keep an eye out for cheeky squirrels hoping for a treat! Did you know? The Company's Garden is South Africa's oldest garden, originally planted in 1652. Today, it remains home to the oldest cultivated pear tree in the country, planted that very same year, and remarkably, it continues to bear fruit after more than 370 years. View this post on Instagram Cecilia Forest Cecilia Forest in Newlands is a lovely place to go walking in nature with your pooch. The 4km hiking trail dips through both forests (so try some zen-like forest-bathing with your loyal companion) and fynbos. Leashed dogs are welcome on this trail (and there are some areas where they are allowed to gambol about off-leash too).
Time Out
05-05-2025
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Star names announced for The Good Life Show in Cape Town
Are you ready for The Good Life Show 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 30 May to 1 June? This year's event will feature a star-studded line-up of international and local chefs, with the focus being on celebrating the ever-evolving organic, plant-based and natural industries. The likes of renowned British Michelin-starred celebrity chef Jameson Stocks, internationally-acclaimed raw gourmet food pioneer Dr Aris LaTham and the E xecutive Chef at Mount Nelson Luke Lawrence Barry will all be in attendance to show off their incredible array of skills and knowledge. Heidi Warricker, The Good Life Show's organiser, says: 'We are absolutely thrilled to have such a stellar line-up of chef talent on board. One of the biggest trends worldwide is wellness, sustainability and food awareness, and this is where The Good Life Show is bang on target. "People are becoming more aware of what they are consuming, where it comes from as well as the effects on the environment. Chefs are actively seeking to source higher quality, locally sourced and often smaller producer ingredients. This trend is driven by a desire for fresh, flavourful and healthier food, support for local communities and a growing emphasis on sustainability and ethically-produced goods.' What to expect at The Good Life Show At the 2025 edition of the show, there will be innovative products to try, chef demos, mixology sessions, hands-on masterclasses, expert wellness advice, insightful industry talks and various other food and health-related activities. In terms of the star names who will be doing their thing for visitors, you can expect to see: International Chefs Local Chefs Abigail Donnelly - Food Director for Woolworths Taste Magazine and Creative Stylist for Woolworths Amerae Vercueil - Celebrated cookbook author, food stylist, chef and nutritional coach Clement Pedro - Chef, Food Stylist and Presenter Emma Claire Peter – Culinary Innovator Greg Henderson - International award-winning wild and indigenous chef and WWF Ambassador Jenny Morris – The Giggling Gourmet Luke Lawrence Barry - Executive Chef at Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel Roxanne Read - Award-winning mixology maven and head trainer at the prestigious European Bartender School Ru Furusa – Chef, Food Blogger and Recipe Developer Celebrating Food Diversity Siphiwe Sithole – Farming Pioneer and indigenous African crops expert Surendra Kumar – Executive Chef at Taj Cape Town uMenzi Mbonami – Food Artist and expert in Permaculture and Indigenous African Cuisines How much are tickets? Tickets for The Good Life Show are available through Quicket for R175, with the show dates and times as follows: Friday, May 30, 2025, from 10:00 to 18:00 Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 10:00 to 18:00 Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 10:00 to 16:00
