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Cape Town’s week was pure cinema:
A R60 million manor sale shattered reality in Constantia, a Wilderness teen decided biking to Cairo was a casual hobby, a Mitchells Plain matric student landed her helicopter entrance like a boss, and a 20-year-old from Atlantis had the whole stadium misty-eyed singing the anthem.
Meanwhile, the Jaga family in Bo-Kaap reminded us that craftsmanship never dies and probably fixes your shoes better than AI ever could.
The Lineup:
🗞 The Headlines – A R60M manor, a teen biking to Cairo, a helicopter matric entrance, and Atlantis pride on the rugby stage.
💎 Hidden Gems – The best steakhouses, romantic day escapes, and two new cafés you’ll actually want to visit.
🌬 What’s Happenin’ – Oct 10–16: Jack Parow chaos, Blouberg sunsets, expat mixers, and Mo Mothebe getting Vulnerable.
🔥 Cape Town’s Neighborhood Roast – The roast nobody asked for but everyone needed. From Sea Point’s crypto joggers to Constantia’s Range Rover queues.
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🗞️ The Headlines
🏡 A R60 MILLION MANOR JUST RESET CAPE TOWN’S REALITY CHECK
The real estate market in Zwaanswyk just snorted rocket fuel. Stillness Manor, a 14-bedroom Cape Dutch estate on a four-acre plot that dates back to 1688, just sold for a cool R59.8 million.
Why this is bonkers:
That’s nearly three-and-a-half times the suburb's annual average. The previous owners are probably laughing all the way to a private island.
This isn't a house; it's a "legacy estate." It comes with 10 dwellings, three pools (one indoor, because why not?), a tennis court, and parking for 22 cars. You could host your own, very exclusive, Grand Prix.
An international buyer snagged it, proving that secure luxury in the Cape is a global currency. The rest of us are just over here trying to afford the electricity bill.
🚴 TWO WHEELS, ONE CONTINENT: A TEEN’S CAPE TO CAIRO DREAM
Move over, influencers posting avocado toast. Hector, a 19-year-old from Wilderness, is documenting his prep to cycle from Cape Town to Cairo on Instagram. His feed is a real-time lesson in logistics, from route planning to the inevitable punctures.
Why this is pure, unfiltered ambition:
This isn’t a leisurely Sunday ride. We’re talking changing road surfaces, border paperwork, and long stretches with no services in sight. It’s the ultimate "find out" phase after the "f*** around" stage.
He’s framing it as a personal and communal journey, sharing early-morning Garden Route rides and chatting with local cyclists. It’s like a reality TV show, but with more heart and less backstabbing.
Follow him now before he’s a household name and this becomes a major motion picture.
🚁 MITCHELLS PLAIN MATRIC DANCE GETS A SKY-HIGH ENTRANCE
Forget a fancy car. Gabby-Lee Davids, an 18-year-old from Mitchells Plain, made history by arriving at her Spine Road High matric dance in a helicopter. But this wasn’t just a flex; it was a statement.
Why this is a core memory in the making:
Gabby-Lee said it was about proving people wrong and showing you can "rise above and make your dreams real." The sound of the rotors was basically her personal theme music.
The best part? She wants to be a paramedic, specifically in advanced life support involving air rescues. This wasn’t just an entrance; it was a career preview. Talk about manifesting your future.
Her dad’s priceless reaction: filled with pride and emotion. Meanwhile, my dad just grumbled about the cost of petrol.
🎤 FROM ATLANTIS TO THE ANTHEM: TALITHA’S HISTORIC NOTE
Talitha Luiters, a 20-year-old from Atlantis, just became the youngest person ever to sing the national anthem at a rugby match. Dressed in a stunning emerald gown, she commanded the field and had the crowd singing along with their eyes closed.
Why this gives us all the feels:
Her roots in Atlantis, a town often defined by its challenges, make her success a powerful middle finger to circumstance. "Where you come from doesn’t define where you can go," she says. Believe her.
She’s been singing since she was nine, pushing through a lack of access and turning every "no" into fuel. Her faith and family carried her, but that voice did the heavy lifting.
Social media is already demanding the Springboks hire her as their full-time anthem singer. Rassie, are you listening?
💎 Hidden Gems
🥩 3 STEAK SPOTS THAT WON’T DISAPPOINT
Carne (Keerom & Kloof): When you want the absolute best and the price tag is an abstract concept.
This is the undisputed heavyweight champ for a reason. Dry-aged, Italian-style, and so good you’ll want to write a sonnet about the sirloin. It’s for serious meat connoisseurs only.Nelson’s Eye (Gardens): A classic, no-nonsense steakhouse that feels like a warm hug from your butcher.
A Cape Town institution that’s been reliably serving great value and even better steaks for decades. No flash, all substance. You go for the rump, you leave happy.Hussar Grill (Multiple): Consistently excellent steak without the fancy fuss.
Rondebosch, Mouille Point, Century City—wherever you find it, the Hussar delivers. It’s the trusty Toyota Hilux of steakhouses: it always works, and it’s always a good idea.
❤️ ROMANTIC ESCAPES (THAT AREN’T JUST ANOTHER WINE FARM)
The Scenic Train & Kalk Bay Meander
The Vibe: Charming, old-world adventure.
Take the train from Simon’s Town to St. James. Yes, the train. It’s a stunning coastal journey that feels wonderfully analog. Explore the colourful beach huts, then stroll to Kalk Bay for quirky shops and a hot chocolate at Honest Chocolate.
It’s a perfect, personalised day out.
The Secret Forest Picnic
The Vibe: An active, enchanted date.
Start with a mountain bike ride through the dappled light of Tokai Forest. Then, grab a takeaway coffee from the hidden forest cafe and find your own secluded spot for a picnic. Pack a basket from Buitenverwachting for extra brownie points.
It’s romantic, active, and 100% unique.
☕ 2 NEW CAFÉS TO SHAKE UP YOUR ROUTINE
The Stranger’s Club (Green Point): Housed in a 1828 homestead, this place is part eatery, part store for local makers. The food is fresh and specific: think burrata toast, trout with crème fraîche, and killer grain bowls. The sun-dappled courtyard is perfect for a mid-morning linger. You’ll feel instantly cooler just by being there.
The Ladder (Bree Street): A dreamy, light-filled space that’s perfect for working, reading, or judging people on Bree Street. The menu swings from flaky bacon-and-egg croissants to grilled veg and tempeh stacks. And the cream cheese-frosted carrot cake? A legitimate reason to rearrange your day.
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☕ Keep the Brew Flowing
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🌬️ What’s Happenin’
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FRIDAY 10TH OCTOBER
🎤 Jack Parow • Van Pletzen • Sossi @ Armchair
Expect full chaos and laaitie energy as Parow, Van Pletzen, and Sossi bring the heat to Obz.
🎷 Zoliswa Kawe … Empress Hotep (Live)
Smooth grooves and soulful vocals upstairs at the Athletic Club.
🎸 Crimson House (One Night Only)
Cape Town’s favourite brass-rock outfit returns for one electric night.
🎥 Obs-cene Film Festival (Opening Night)
Indie films, weird shorts, and stories straight from the streets of Obz.
SATURDAY 11TH OCTOBER
💃 Beyhive Party
Cape Town goes full Queen B mode — wear yellow and channel your inner Sasha Fierce.
🎭 The Next Episode
Afternoon to midnight chaos — DJs, live sets, and something unexpected every hour.
🎧 Repeat Silent Disco
Headphones, sunset, and beats by the beach.
😂 Kind Regards – Paul Lee (Comedy)
A stand-up night that proves politeness can still roast.
🌅 Secret Sunrise: Rocktober
Stretch, move, and dance it out as the sun sets over Blouberg.
SUNDAY 12TH OCTOBER
🌼 Garden Day with Veld & Sea
Flower crowns, cake, and tea in a dreamy Cape Peninsula setting.
🎸 Wonderboom Duo (Unplugged)
Rock legends go acoustic in an intimate space.
🎲 Neurodivergent Social Board Games
Low-stress afternoon with good company and cards.
TUESDAY 14TH OCTOBER
📚 Antjie Krog: Binnerym van bloed
Poetry, prose, and a night with one of SA’s literary greats.
🎤 Arno Carstens (Live)
SA’s rock icon returns for an intimate midweek show.
😂 The Deli Comedy Night
Laughter, drinks, and good food to get you through the week.
WEDNESDAY 15TH OCTOBER
🍸 Expats & Nomads Rooftop Mixer
Digital nomads and locals collide over rooftop sundowners.
🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon
Pink ribbons, fine dining, and powerful stories.
🎶 Humanballing: Connecting for Performance
Music meets mindfulness at this intimate workshop.
THURSDAY 16TH OCTOBER
🎤 Mo Mothebe: Vulnerable
The sharpest wit in SA comedy gets real in his second one-man show. Expect jokes that cut deep and truths that sting (in a good way).
🎶 Vusi Mahlasela: South Africa’s Legendary Voice
The Voice of the Nation returns with soul-stirring songs of freedom and love.
🍷 Meet the Winemaker: Vergelegen Edition
An evening of storytelling and tastings with one of the Cape’s most celebrated vineyards.
🎸 Giuliette Price (Live)
Soulful vocals and acoustic charm in one of Cape Town’s coziest music corners.
🔥 Cape Town’s Neighborhood Roast
🌊 Sea Point
Where joggers, retirees, and crypto bros coexist in perfect chaos.
Everyone’s either walking a Frenchie or “just taking a break from Joburg.”
Rent costs R25k, but hey, at least you can watch a sunset for free while eating Woolies rotisserie chicken out the bag.
☕ Gardens
The only place where everyone’s “in between projects” but always at a coffee shop.
Half the residents are graphic designers, the other half are baristas with philosophy degrees.
It’s where laptops go to die from overuse of Canva.
🏖️ Camps Bay
Ah yes, the land of influencers and R400 Aperol Spritzes.
Everyone looks like they’re in a Superbalist ad.
Locals pretend to hate tourists, but will absolutely rent their Airbnbs to them for 10k a night.
🧠 Observatory (Obz)
Every bar has a guy who just discovered mushrooms and Marxism in the same week.
Half the suburb smells like incense, the other half like old vinyl.
You’ll hear “late-stage capitalism” more than “hi.”
🧘♀️ Woodstock
Once edgy, now gentrified, where yoga studios replaced crack houses and everyone calls their side hustle a “brand.”
If your tote bag doesn’t have a minimalist logo, you’re not getting in.
🥂 Clifton
Technically a beach, but spiritually an Instagram feed.
Where you need a six-pack, six digits, or six influencer friends to enter.
The ocean’s freezing, but the flex? Priceless.
🎨 Kalk Bay
Every shop sells “authentic coastal vibes” made in China.
You’ll buy a candle for R450 because “the shopkeeper was nice.”
Parking? Forget it. Just reincarnate closer next time.
🕶️ Green Point
The fitness capital of the world. Everyone’s either on their way to gym, from gym, or talking about gym.
It’s Sea Point’s hotter, younger cousin, but with fewer Woolies moms and more brunch queues.
🍷 Constantia
If old money had a postal code.
You’ll either be sipping Pinot Noir at noon or waiting 45 minutes behind a Range Rover at a stop street.
Every house has more security cameras than a heist movie.
🧃 Bo-Kaap
Tourists everywhere. Locals watching from stoops like, “You people really taking pictures of our walls again?”
It’s beautiful, but also the only place where your Uber driver becomes a historian mid-ride.
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That’s it for this week’s brew. If you’re hunting steak, sunset hikes, or a silent disco, may your weekend be full and your Uber actually show up.
See you next Thursday, same chaos, new stories.
☕🍷 Team CPT Brew
