A sharply curated edit of what I’m reading this week in a chilly Cape Town – spanning fashion’s most powerful voices, gothic curiosities, fantasy escapes, and obsession-worthy non-fiction. If your winter reading list needs depth, drama, and a touch of indulgence, start here.
Category: New Update
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Culinary Quest: East City Grill & Yakiniku
Fire, precision, and restraint define East City Grill – a contemporary grill in Cape Town where Japanese technique meets South African produce with quiet confidence.
This 2026 review explores a restaurant shaping the city’s evolving dining identity, from Wagyu-led plates and yakitori to a drinks programme designed for ease rather than intimidation.
For those building a considered list of where to eat in Cape Town right now, East City Grill offers a measured, detail-driven experience that lingers well beyond the table.
10 Hospitality Brands With Cooler Perks Than Traditional Chains (+ Why They’re Worth Booking)
Your budget may be more economical than ever, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy those instant upgrades, free drinks, and design-savvy stays around the world.
Let me usher you through the littest, lesser-known hotel brands & stays worth checking out before you firm up those bookings too early…
Adjoa Andoh’s Little Black Book: The Ultimate Insider’s Guide
In time for Shonda Rhimes’ Bridgerton Season 4, acclaimed actress Adjoa Andoh opens her personal London map – from chic boutiques and design-led markets to her favourite theatres and cultural gems.
A stylish insider’s guide crafted for globetrotters seeking culture, fashion, and “main-character” travel moments in the UK.
Culinary Quest: AMURA at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel
Belmond’s latest seafood-forward dining entry embraces tradition while also bending expectations. The result? A Michelin star chef using the ocean’s pantry to mastermind marine casual fine dining that’s innovative, occasionally familiar, and unequivocally another tasty, elegant Belmond hit!