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Welcome to Purely Local Cape Town
At Purely Local Cape town, we’re all about celebrating local people, brands and businesses with a heart, shining a light on community heroes and inspirational individuals doing amazing things, and exploring the amazing places that make living in the vibrant Mother City such a pleasure. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
Read some of our latest articles
Delish Winter Set Menu at the quirky Wes Bistro & Bar
The Wes Bistro & Bar in Shortmarket Street is offering a Winter Set Menu that honours the classics with savoir-faire and a bit of Wes magic – at great value.
Butcher Boys and Boschendal debut Bella Nights at Kyalami Hills
Set to unfold from June through December 2026, the Butcher Boys and Boschendal’s Bella Nights series has been conceptualised as a limited collection of intimate dining events anchored in Italian-inspired themes.
Tintswalo unveils great Winter Specials at Cape Town seaside hotels
Tintswalo Winter Specials provide the perfect opportunity to indulge in a divine coastal retreat – all Winter Offers include dinner and breakfast, as well as a range of other spoils.
Discover new restaurants and tastes at Wine & Whatever eateries
Visit a range of magnificent eateries on Route 12 during the Wine & Whatever ‘26 celebration – see who’s signed up for this celebration of wine, food and music.
Thursday nights ‘Fire & Wine’ are back at Brookdale Bistro in the Paarl Winelands
The Brookdale Bistro earned its first Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Award when it was named among 66 restaurants nationwide – it’s celebrated for shaping South Africa’s culinary landscape.
A festival of community and creativity – Kultura-fees returns
Kultura-fees is a Durbanville-based festival celebrating community and creativity through an...
Mission for Inner City CT unveils new Walking Routes map
The Mission for Inner City Cape Town is a long-term, high-impact initiative working to transform...
Sip, Savour, Celebrate: Your Festive Season Wine Guide
Summer, sun, and a glass in hand… That’s the vibe of a South African festive season. But if you...
Journey is Chef Marcus Gericke’s new nine-course menu at Urchin Restaurant
To shape the new menu at Urchin Restaurant at Hyatt Regency Cape Town, Chef Marcus Gericke and his team embarked on a 1,627-kilometre journey across the Cape.
Afro Nation’s Wav Festival to debut in Cape Town in January
Music, culture and fashion collide in an immersive celebration of R&B at Wav Festival in one of the world’s most iconic cities.
Cape Grace’s Heirloom restaurant unveils new summer menu by Chef Wesli Jacobs
At Cape Grace’s Heirloom, Chef Wesli Jacobs delivers a summer menu worthy of Cape Town’s world-beating status – it’s a bold celebration of South African flavour.
Flavour, music, and family fun at the new Ceres Cherry Fest
More than just a festival, the Ceres Cherry Fest is a joyful showcase of community, creativity, and the sweet taste of the season.
Leopard’s Leap announces cool Sunset Smooth Series
Enjoy the glorious Franschhoek Valley at Leopard’s Leap’s Sunset Smooth Series – snack on a selection of small plates, cheese boards and pizza.
Raise a glass to the holidays in Cape Town’s most scenic setting
Cape Town’s most scenic setting is undoubtedly at the The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa – lap it all up there over the festive season.
Colourful kites fly at Cape Town International Kite Festival
This year’s festival will feature a spectacular showcase of kites, plus entertainment for all ages, kite-making workshops, food vendors and a kids amusement area.
Book now for upcoming Stellenbosch Street Soirées
Each Stellenbosch Street Soirées ticket includes a memorable evening under oaks, along with street food, music and a special premium tasting.
Tintswalo properties feature in 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
Tintswalo has had two properties featured in this year’s Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards – its eighth property, Tintswalo Summer House in Glencairn opens in late 2025.
Cape Flats learners bring their stories to life in Musical Showcase
Schools return to Liberty Promenade in Mitchells Plain for a colourful celebration of music, movement, and storytelling.
L’Ami Family Brasserie at La Motte introduces a delicious Easy Friday menu
Additional to the regular L’Ami Family Brasserie offering, the Easy Friday menu will be available for lunch and dinner, it offers the perfect option for end-of-the-week business meetings.
Cape Town wine lovers to taste SA’s best wines in one place
Diners Club Winemaker of the Year finalists will pour the Cape’s finest vintages at Cavendish Square – it’s a playground for the senses.
Time Out Market Cape Town welcomes Opá! Greek Street Food
Acclaimed chef Callan Austin adds a bold new Mediterranean concept to Time Out Market Cape Town with Opá! Greek Street Food.
Betway SA20 Season 4 tickets now on sale
Season 4 of Betway SA20 soon gets underway – the opening match at Newlands between defending Champions MI Cape Town and Durban’s Super Giants promises electrifying fireworks.
Orms x Canon: Chasing Contrast – Photographic Exhibition Competition
Chasing Contrast celebrates South Africa’s cities, heritage, landscapes, and everyday beauty through the timeless art of monochrome.
Welcome to Purely Local Cape Town
At Purely Local Cape town, we’re all about celebrating local people, brands and businesses with a heart, shining a light on community heroes and inspirational individuals doing amazing things, and exploring the amazing places that make living in the vibrant Mother City such a pleasure. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
Delish Winter Set Menu at the quirky Wes Bistro & Bar
The Wes Bistro & Bar in Shortmarket Street is offering a Winter Set Menu that honours the classics with savoir-faire and a bit of Wes magic – at great value.
Butcher Boys and Boschendal debut Bella Nights at Kyalami Hills
Set to unfold from June through December 2026, the Butcher Boys and Boschendal’s Bella Nights series has been conceptualised as a limited collection of intimate dining events anchored in Italian-inspired themes.
Tintswalo unveils great Winter Specials at Cape Town seaside hotels
Tintswalo Winter Specials provide the perfect opportunity to indulge in a divine coastal retreat – all Winter Offers include dinner and breakfast, as well as a range of other spoils.
Discover new restaurants and tastes at Wine & Whatever eateries
Visit a range of magnificent eateries on Route 12 during the Wine & Whatever ‘26 celebration – see who’s signed up for this celebration of wine, food and music.
Thursday nights ‘Fire & Wine’ are back at Brookdale Bistro in the Paarl Winelands
The Brookdale Bistro earned its first Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Award when it was named among 66 restaurants nationwide – it’s celebrated for shaping South Africa’s culinary landscape.
A festival of community and creativity – Kultura-fees returns
Kultura-fees is a Durbanville-based festival celebrating community and creativity through an...
Mission for Inner City CT unveils new Walking Routes map
The Mission for Inner City Cape Town is a long-term, high-impact initiative working to transform...
Sip, Savour, Celebrate: Your Festive Season Wine Guide
Summer, sun, and a glass in hand… That’s the vibe of a South African festive season. But if you...
Journey is Chef Marcus Gericke’s new nine-course menu at Urchin Restaurant
To shape the new menu at Urchin Restaurant at Hyatt Regency Cape Town, Chef Marcus Gericke and his team embarked on a 1,627-kilometre journey across the Cape.
Afro Nation’s Wav Festival to debut in Cape Town in January
Music, culture and fashion collide in an immersive celebration of R&B at Wav Festival in one of the world’s most iconic cities.