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Now that ‘Bieber Fever’ has finally ended, we can all move on to the more important May events taking place in Cape Town. Yes, we know that it is a huge deal that SA is attracting major acts such as the Bieb, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t make fun of them just a little bit. One such international act that very few people will be making fun of however is the grandfather of rap, the original P.I.M.P, the artists formerly known as Snoop Dogg. Even if he is now called Snoop Lion, there is no doubt that the stadium will be getting down to some serious beats when Snoop hits our shores later this May. It’s not …
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Our ‘lady on the scene’ Dom caught up with all the amazing local trends recently showcased at Decorex Cape Town 2013 last month. Here’s what she has to say about the event… Started in 1994, Decorex is now a highly anticipated event in South Africa’s interior design calendar. With two trade days and two days open to the public, this event is a must for businesses and DIY home decorators alike looking for inspired solutions and sophisticated design. The Decorex brand prides itself on staying at the forefront of trend-driven industry, encouraging consumers to seek inspiration locally instead of reaching overseas. The latest event took place in Cape Town this past weekend 25th to 28th April, and …
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If you’re looking for something very, very old school in the way of drinking holes, then you may well want to stop past one of the oldest pubs in Cape Town to get a taste of that traditional pub vibe. And yes, I did say ‘one of’. You didn’t think that there was only one genuine vintage pub in the Mother City, did you? What’s that you say? You did? Well, prepare to be awed and astounded by this very awesome boozy history to follow. Oldest Traditional Cape Town Pubs Cape Town, like the rest of South Africa, and let’s be honest here, the whole planet, loves its pubs. These are the traditional establishments that have never seen the point …
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Soccer in Cape Town is not just a game – it is a way of life. While the same applies for the rest of South Africa, and in fact many other places all over the world too, and while the Mother City goes mad for many other sports too, the love of soccer is often installed from birth for many fans. Not too long ago, Cape Town was lucky enough to play host city during the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup that was held in South Africa. Part of the build-up for this epic event was the creation (or rather, the revamping) of Green Point Stadium, which was where the games were held in the city. The Fan Walk was …
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With a bit of a nip in the air right now, and all signs of winter in the not-too-distant future, April events in Cape Town show us that maybe this month will be quite a good one after all. Of course, every month is great in Cape Town (we all know that at least). There’s something special about the cooler months though. Maybe it’s just me, but it always seems like the Mother City gets to showcase all of her other highlights beyond sunshine and beaches. Whether you agree with me or not, let’s take a look at what’s going on in Cape Town this month and decide for ourselves, shall we? What’s Happening in Cape Town this April? …
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