XCHANGE SOUTH AFRICA . more than just the best internships Newsletter | 05 September 2019 NEWSLETTER | 01 January 2018 UPCOMING EVENTS GIN IN THE BAY FESTIVAL THE CANAL WALK GIN FEST PARTY OF THE CENTURY @ TIGER'S MILK & LA September: PARADA 15th Vivianne Venes; 27th Renzo Hoving; 29th Anouk Kruse SPRING WINE CONCEPTS - THE GRAPE ESCAPE TO UNUSUAL WINE FESTIVAL CAPE TOWN September Arrivals: WEATHER FORECAST Hendrik Boerma 05.09.2019 Scott PatricioRomo 06.09.2019 Scott Tamara Kuik 06.09.2019 Scott Henriette Schukking 06.09.2019 Scott RemcoHellinga 06.09.2019 Strubens MarloesGoos 07.09.2019 Scott Fleur Bramer 10.09.2019 Malleson FennaSmitka 10.09.2019 Malleson Kerstin Kueffner 11.09.2019 Sawkins Manon Klein Teeselink 18.09.2019 Sawkins Anouk Kruse 18.09.2019 Sawkins Dian Kremer 18.09.2019 Sawkins Vivian Kogan 18.09.2019 Scott Lea Hanuise 29.09.2019 Malleson Raphael Vincentini 29.09.2019 Stellenbosch Matthieu Keller 29.09.2019 Malleson XChange South Africa Page 1 of 8 More Wonderful Ways To Experience Cape Town GRAB A BITE @ THE POT LUCK CLUB One of the coolest places to be is the Pot Luck Club. Located in the Old Biscuit Mill, the Potluck Club is all about sharing their delicious food and encourages guests to order for the table, tapas- style, and for everyone to dig in to the meal. This famous restaurant is a must-visit for locals and tourists.It has been dubbed the coolest place to be in Cape Town. Open Monday to Saturday at 12h00 – 14h00 (Lunch), 18h00 – 20h00 (Dinner early seating), 20h00 – 22h00 (Dinner late seating) Silo Top Floor /The Old Biscuit Mill / 373 – 375 Albert Road Woodstock/Cape Town / Tel: 021 447 0804 VISIT JAMAICA ME CRAZY RESTAURANT In the heart of Woodstock, you will find this awesome Caribbean-themed restaurant, complete with cocktails, fantastic food and a laid back vibe fit for the islands. It’s a top spot for a drink or a meal after work or on the weekend. Caribbean specialties include Jamaican Jerk Chicken, Woodstock Lamb Curry and the famous Chicken & Chorizo Jambalaya. Vegetarians are well catered for - try our Trinidad Roti or Jamaican Jive pizza. Open everyday 11h00 -22h00 except Sundays 12h00 – 23h00 74 Roodebloem Road /Woodstock /Cape Town / Tel: 021 448 0691 GO TRAMPOLINING @ RUSH Rush is an indoor extreme Trampoline Park with 1500-2500 square meters of adventure, excitement, fun and challenges. Rush features around 1700 square meters of wall to wall interconnected trampolines, including dodge-ball courts, a 18000 cube foam pit, hydraulic slam dunk basketball hoops, battle Beam and best of all a 4 meter high Performance Wall. Open Monday – Sunday, Cost: R130 plus R30 for special non- slip socks 5th Floor (Access to Rush from Parade Area) / 109 on Main / Main Road / Claremont / Tel: 021 671 1489 or 087 094 0178 / online booking: https://www.rushsa.co.za/book-now/ EXPLORE THE CAPE POINT NATURE RESERVE Rugged rocks and sheer cliffs towering more than 200 metres above the sea and cutting deep into the ocean, provide a spectacular background for the Park’s rich bio-diversity. Cape Point falls within the southern section of Table Mountain National Park. The natural vegetation of the area, fynbos, comprises the smallest but richest of the world’s six floral kingdoms. The scenic beauty of Cape Point is not its sole allure; it is also an international icon of great historical interest with many a visitor drawn to the area because of its rich maritime history. Open every day 06h00 – 18h00, Cost: R303 Tell: 021 780 9010 / Email: [email protected] XChange South Africa Page 2 of 8 What’s On This Weekend GIN IN THE BAY FESTIVAL Bay Harbour Market is celebrating Spring by showcasing the best Cape Town has to offer by bringing together a collection of local brands, all under one roof. The Gin Festival will take place in the newly renovated Secret Garden Lounge. Gin in the Bay Tasting Room Experience comes with a complimentary branded gin glass and 10 Gin tasting vouchers. Live music on the KWV Sound Stage, starting at 13h00. Visitors will be able to sample amazing gins, complemented by the delicious aromas of food to tempt all the senses. 07 – 08 September 2019, Time: 12h00 – 16h00, Cost: R105(for Tasting Room Experience) Bay Harbour Market/ 31 Harbour Road / Hout Bay / Cape Town / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2U1DQz8 THE CANAL WALK GIN FEST Experience the best gin brands under one roof with live entertainment from South Africa`s local talent and the best DJ`s providing music to give you the festive feel.The Canal Walk Gin Fest, will take place over two days where the best gin brands will showcase their infusions to gin enthusiasts. The festival is designed to provide an intimate and fun atmosphere where gin enthusiasts are offered the chance to discover their new favourites and to enjoy the established classics.07 September 2019, Time: 11h00, Cost: R120 (Ticket includes: Show Guide, Tastings Coupons, access to Lifestyle Lounge, Glass) Canal Walk Shopping Centre /Century Boulevard/ Century City /Cape Town / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2ly8Jhv PARTYPARTY OFOF THETHE CENTURYCENTURY @@ TIGER'STIGER’S MILKMILK && LALA PARADAPARADA Tiger's Milk & La Parada Century City are hosting The Party of the Century. They're coming together to bring you live music, drinks, insane food and the best vibe Century City has ever seen!Line-up:DJ Rene The Frenchman, The World of Birds and Strange Loving. 07 September 2019, Time: 14h00, Cost: FREE ENTRY (book your table to secure you spot at either restaurant for snacks/a meal or simply join us on the day for drinks and live music) Canal Walk Shopping Centre /Century Boulevard/ Century City /Cape Town / Book at La Parada: https://bit.ly/2HjWKfy/ Book at Tiger's Milk: https://bit.ly/2HnKV7V WINE CONCEPTS - THE GRAPE ESCAPE UNUSUAL WINE FESTIVAL Wine Concepts invite you to “Escape the Norm” and join their second exclusive The Grape Escape Wine Festival at The Vineyard Hotel.Guests will be treated to a fine selection of diverse and enticing wines from unusual varieties.This “unusual” festival will give wine lovers the opportunity to taste the best offering of these varieties and blends from 40 of the country’s top producers. Delicious snacks will be served with the wine through the course of the evening.All the showcased wines will be available for purchase at discounted prices from Wine Concepts on the evening. 06 September 2019, Time: 17h00, Cost: R200 Vineyard Hotel /60 Colinton Road /Newlands /Cape Town / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2lDL7rx XChange South Africa Page 3 of 8 What’s On In Cape Town In September THE PARLOTONES LIVE @ KAPSTADT BRAUAHAUS Kapstad Brauhuas is thrilled to present The Parlotones, live as part of their Unplugged(ish) Tour! Join The Parlotones on for a special evening and experience something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue as they take you on a journey through songs that spans 21 years!20 September 2019, 17h00 PM- 00h00, R100- R200 (Ticket includes: Free Castle draught and a Free Kapstadt Brauhaus beer mug) Kapstad Brauhuas/ Shop G13 Clock Tower /Victoria & Alfred Waterfront /Cape Town/ Book tickets: https://bit.ly/2Mpgv8M NOBLE VICE WINE & CULINARY @ THE OLD BISCUIT MILL Noble Vice:the boutique wine and food festival is returning to The Old Biscuit Mill.With 6 iconic chefs and 30 hand-picked winemakers coming together to create an unrivalled tasting experience. With each chef creating a single dish in their signature style, and cooking up an exciting collaboration...Visitors can look forward to a six-course experience like no other.15 September 2019, Time: 11h00 – 17h00, Cost: R895 (Tickets are all inclusive: cover all food and wine tastings available on the day) The Old Biscuit Mill / 375 Albert Rd /Woodstock /Cape Town / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/30zUGaK BRAAI DAG CELEBRATION @ BOSMAN FAMILY VINEYARD Celebrate South African-ness with a traditional braai (South African BBQ) on Heritage Day aka Braaidag 24 September, an official public holiday at The Bosman Family Vineyard. The day will begin with an optional refreshing walk through the vineyards (± 2 Km long) stopping en route to taste wines and admire the spectacular views. The trail ends at the cellar where a long and lovely lunch will be served under the oaks. Live entertainment by Newton and Co.24 September 2019, Time: Walk the vine tasting from 11h00 – 12h00&Braai Celebration from 12h00 – 16h00, Cost: R290 Bosman Family Vineyards/ Hexberg Road / Lelienfontein / Wellington / Book tickets at: https://bit.ly/2KUyToQ HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL The Hermanus Whale Festival, is the oldest and largest festival on the Cape Whale Coast in South Africa and while the whales are predominantly the star performers at the festival, they will be joined on land by quality entertainers and musicians, an array of food stalls and events suitable for both the young and old.27 – 30 September 2019, Cost: Festival entry is FREE, Tip: book at a guest house in advance for the weekend as it is a very popular event The Hermanus Whale Festival/ 79 Marine Dr /Hermanus/ More info: https://bit.ly/2bSsgjR XChange South Africa Page 4 of 8 Every Week Activities CAFE ROUX SESIONS CAPE TOWN Cafe Roux is a well-known restaurant situated in the heart of Cape Town. At night, one of the country’s most loved live music venues, staging top SA artists. Catch your favourite musician/ band/ comedian up-close & personal, in this very special &very intimate 100-seater venue. Make a night of it by grabbing a bite to eat at the restaurant itself before the show.