cape town – Alexander Matthews

“Don’t be afraid of making mistakes” and other secrets to great cooking

Acclaimed chef Franck Dangereux shares indispensable advice for the kitchen as he reflects on a lifelong love of food.

Cape Town’s art scene is blowing up

From the hottest artists to must-visit galleries, here’s what you need to know.

A city farm inspiring food for thought

Oranjezicht City Farm is an urban oasis bringing a community together and making Capetonians question their relationship with food.

Zander Blom’s fantastic abstractions

He can afford more than pilchards now, but painter Zander Blom is still taking risks.

Foodie Foragers: in search of the Cape’s authentic flavours

An increasing number of passionate foragers – many of them chefs – are now heading to the hillsides, forests and coasts of the southwestern corner of South Africa. And for good reason.

Richly varied and highly entertaining: “History Matters” reviewed

A richly varied and highly entertaining new collection of pieces by Bill Nasson showcases the breadth, consistency and versatility of one of our leading historians.