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Insiders Guide to… Cape Town

Insiders Guide to… Cape Town

by Kate Kindersley from lifestyle brand, Hadeda

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The Insider - Kate Kindersley from lifestyle brand, Hadeda

Your connection with Cape Town? 
My Mother was born here in Cape Town so we spent a large part of my childhood here. 

When did you first visit?
I think when I was 4 months old! I then moved to Cape Town and met my husband Alex aged 25. 

Best time to visit as a tourist?
I love February and March. The weather is beautiful and there are less windy days. 

The Bath House & Apothecary at Sterrekopje; a veranda room at Dorp Hotel

Where to Stay?
I love The Dorp Hotel. It is set in the Cape Malay quarter overlooking the city with the most unbelievable views of Table Mountain. Or Airbnb for a great spot on the rocks in Bakoven. Or a little out of Cape Town stay at Sterrekopjefor a fully immersive experience.  We live near Groot Constantia which is one of the oldest wine farms in Cape Town.

Where to Shop?
I always pop into Chandler House, which is a treasure trove of beautiful artisan products curated by the fabulous artist Michael Chandler. 

Where to Dine?
Our favourite place is Beau Constantia. Set just near our home on a beautiful vineyard. The food is incredible. A fave for girls dinner is Ouzeri and for a ‘cool kids’ hangout for brunch head to Clarkes or Cafe Du Cap.

Where to Spa?
For a pampering day I would head to Babylonstoren a little out of Cape Town, and book a whole day to potter around the gardens and spa. 

Local market/vintage haunts?
Our fave Saturday morning hang is a morning on Llandudno Beach surfing or a visit to Oranjezicht Farmers Market..
Fun vintage pottering in Kalk Bay and lunch at Harbour House watching the seals and whales. 

Kate in her beloved Cape Town

Best place for a morning coffee?
I love popping into Black box for a coffee on my morning walk on the mountain. Or Clarkes for coffee and the best eggs.

Best spot for a sundowner?
Pre dinner drinks always at The Mount Nelson Hotel. And for sundowners we go to Bungalow. 

Local delicacy?
Biltong. It’s a family stable for us now. Great source of protein for the kids.

A local tradition and must-do in Cape Town?
A must do is the Hot Huts sauna at Dalebrook and a cold swim in the sea. We do this every Friday after school drop off. 

Be a polite tourist and…tip the car guards 

Don’t leave home without…. Suncream and a hat - the sun is strong!

Don’t leave Cape Town without…going up Table Mountain. Walking or take the cable car. It’s a must! 

Best outfit to wear sightseeing? Always take layers the weather can be changeable. 

Anything else? 
The water is very cold but worth a dip of you can bear it…

Kate Kindersley is the founder of Hadeda. Follow @hadeda_co

Hadeda is a collective of unique home and lifestyle collections sourced from talented artisans and co-ops across many disciplines including fashion, ceramics, art, weaving, beading and carpentry from Africa and around the globe.


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