Hello dear reader, These are exciting times for the shopaholics of Cape Town with the recent opening of the new Cape Quarter centre in Green Point. After a very festive roof wetting, attended by most of Cape Town’s glitterati, the centre is now officially open for business. And with a dazzling selection of cuisine, fashion and art, there's sure to be something to tickle even the most unexcitable of shoppers.On a similar note, the Drostdy-Hof Christmas market is being held on the 28th of Novem... Read more...

Hello, and welcome to Cape Portfolios! Within this weighty tome, we'll be highlighting interesting events and amusing ways to pass the balmy summer days in the world's most beautiful city, Cape Town. From October 30th to November 1st, the beautiful little coastal town of Franschoek will be hosting the La Motte Classic Music Festival. La Motte is a fantastic vineyard right out in the middle of wine country, and the combination of brilliant local classical musicians and tasty libations provided... Read more...