Cape Town
Gems
Cape Town Through Our Eyes: Unveiling Local Secrets
Experience Cape Town through our handpicked favorites. These are the places we escape to on our days off, the moments that make our weekends special. From quiet beaches to must-visit spots, discover the Cape Town we’ve come to love—these are the places we can’t resist returning to, time and time again.
Shopping
MNANDI TEXTILES
"If you love African fabric patterns, this is your spot. You’ll be leaving with meters of gorgeous fabric!"
MANTRA CAFÉ
"This spot definitely belongs under 'food' too. An upmarket restaurant with stunning views over Camps Bay Beach, and at the entrance, you’ll find the charming Mantra Living—a boutique offering a curated selection of lifestyle and homeware items we adore. It’s also one of our favorite weekend breakfast spots."
BLACK BETTY
"Who doesn’t love a cute piercing? At Black Betty, there's plenty to choose from! They also offer stunning rings, necklaces, and more. Proudly South African."
BLINK
"A paradise for ceramics lovers. The only problem? How much space do you have in your luggage?"
AKJP STUDIO
"Discover gems from local brands—clothes, bags, and jewelry. Plus, there's a cozy coffee shop with the cutest outdoor area."
AFRICAN JACQUARD
"Owned by French designer Christine Daron, we adore all their fabrics—simply amazing! A few seasons back, we had bags made by Christine, and they were a hit!"
MUNGO
"Fabric heaven! You'll find amazing bath towels, kitchen towels, and more. Check it out for yourself."
AAFRICA
"It's a delight to wander around and discover unique finds. Everything is locally and African-made."
SEALAND
"A proudly South African company creating stunning backpacks, toiletry bags, and more from upcycled sails, sustainable cotton, and recycled nylon. Visit and buy—they're all about sustainability and ocean conservation."
WILD OLIVE ARTISAN
"As much as we love Africology, Wild Olive Artisans holds a special place in our hearts. Visit their shop and immerse yourself in the wonderful scents."
SKINNY LAMINX
"A vibrant range of fabrics and designs—a must-visit for souvenir shopping."
AFRICOLOGY
“We always stop by Africology stores for their irresistible scents and products. Our favorites? Neroli essential oils, unisex Oud or Sandalwood perfume, and Purifying hand and body wash."
O’LIVE HAND MADE SOAPS
“This is the best lip balm ever—I’m totally addicted to it. I also love using their neroli oil in my oil burners and electric diffusers.”
MIA MELANGE
“Mia Mélange crafts stunning, eco-friendly baskets and décor inspired by African tradition. Handmade with care, each piece brings a touch of style and sustainability to your home. We collaborated with them one season, where they crafted beautiful bag handles for us in partnership with African Jacquard – they were so pretty!”
SKOON.
"SKOON. is a proudly South African skincare brand blending science with natural ingredients for clean, conscious beauty. We love their eco-friendly approach, and our coup de coeur is their BFF Sleepover overnight mask—trust us, you have to try it!"
CHOMMIES
“A paradise for pets and their stylish owners. Discover amazing, high-quality leashes, collars, beds, blankets, and more. They also offer stunning feather keyrings with beautiful color combinations—everyone needs one! The perfect Cape Town souvenir!”
