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01/11/2026

Fish, chips and penguins at On the Edge

Enjoy generous, well-priced seafood at On the Edge Restaurant, a community-run dining spot beside Stony Point’s penguin colony in Betty’s Bay....

Enjoy generous, well-priced seafood at On the Edge Restaurant, a community-run dining spot beside Stony Point’s penguin colony in Betty’s Bay.

31/10/2026

What’s On in the Overberg this November

November is the run-up to the festive season in the Overberg, with open gardens, w**e weekends, art walks and live music offering plenty of reasons to head out before the summer rush. Explore a different town, linger over lunch and make room for a country weekend as the region warms up for the holidays....

November is the run-up to the festive season in the Overberg, with open gardens, w**e weekends, art walks and live music offering plenty of reasons to head out before the summer rush. Explore a dif…

13/06/2026

Familiar favourites and a few surprises at Anchor and Ace

Anchor and Ace may be one of Gansbaai's newer arrivals, but it's already carving out a place in the town's dining scene. On a relaxed Sunday visit, we found a menu that balances comfort-food classics with more adventurous flavours, attentive service and a few unexpected standouts – including a vibrant raw vegetable salad and spicy crispy chicken wings that stole the show....

Anchor and Ace may be one of Gansbaai’s newer arrivals, but it’s already carving out a place in the town’s dining scene. On a relaxed Sunday visit, we found a menu that balances c…

09/06/2026

Kick-off at La Cantina: Stanford’s Match-Day Contender

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings people together in front of screens around the world, Table & Tide explores one of the Overberg's own gathering spaces. La Cantina in Stanford offers hearty Tex-Mex-inspired fare, attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere that encourages you to settle in for the next round....

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings people together in front of screens around the world, Table & Tide explores one of the Overberg’s own gathering spaces. La Cantina in Stanford offers he…

18/05/2026

Hermanus prepares for nine days of culture, conversation and creativity this winter

FynArts 2026 marks a season of renewal with new leadership and a bold multidisciplinary programme The Hermanus FynArts Festival will return from 6 to 14 June 2026 with a programme that blends world-class music, literature, theatre, visual art, food, w**e and community celebration — while also marking a significant moment of transition for one of the Overberg’s best-known cultural events....

FynArts 2026 marks a season of renewal with new leadership and a bold multidisciplinary programme The Hermanus FynArts Festival will return from 6 to 14 June 2026 with a programme that blends world…

04/05/2026

Standing just outside Gansbaai on the rugged Birkenhead Peninsula, the Danger Point Lighthouse has watched over the southern Cape since 1895 as both a guiding beacon and a solemn memorial to the HMS Birkenhead tragedy of 1852, where the enduring tradition of “women and children first” was born; today, this striking white tower continues to flash its warning across treacherous waters while welcoming visitors; thanks to dedicated local volunteers—who climb its steep staircases to experience sweeping views of the wild coastline, rolling fynbos, and endless ocean, making it a powerful place where history, resilience, and natural beauty meet.

Read the full article here: https://tableandtide.co.za/2025/10/20/guardian-of-the-graveyard-of-ships/

02/05/2026

Needles at Cape Agulhas

At the southernmost tip of Africa, where two oceans meet, Needles offers more than just a meal — it’s an experience shaped by place. From creamy mussels and seafood-rich pasta to local w**es and sweeping sea views, this Cape Agulhas spot delivers a relaxed yet memorable coastal lunch, even on a fully booked public holiday....

At the southernmost tip of Africa, where two oceans meet, Needles offers more than just a meal — it’s an experience shaped by place. From creamy mussels and seafood-rich pasta to local w**es and sw…

01/05/2026

Creative Napier reimagined as artists bring nature, craft and community into focus

Creative Napier returns with a refreshed format, bringing together 23 artists across nine venues in a celebration of art, nature and community. From immersive exhibitions to workshops and live performances, this year’s route highlights the depth of creative talent in the Overberg — and the stories behind the work....

Creative Napier returns with a refreshed format, bringing together 23 artists across nine venues in a celebration of art, nature and community. From immersive exhibitions to workshops and live perf…

30/04/2026

Stoep Views and Generous Platters at Black Oystercatcher

A long weekend stop that’s easy to linger over, Black Oystercatcher pairs cool-climate w**es with generous, locally sourced platters on a laid-back stoep in Elim. With two distinct tasting flights, shelves of farm-made goods, and views of the quiet road (and occasional landing strip), it’s less about rushing through a tasting and more about settling in for a slow, satisfying afternoon....

A long weekend stop that’s easy to linger over, Black Oystercatcher pairs cool-climate w**es with generous, locally sourced platters on a laid-back stoep in Elim. With two distinct tasting flights,…

28/04/2026

Searles delivers dinner and theatre in a setting that feels like stepping into another era

A night at Searles in Stanford is as much about the stage as it is about the plate. This intimate dinner-and-theatre spot pairs familiar “huiskos” — think bobotie, curries and peppermint crisp tart — with live performances that pull you in. The setting is nostalgic and unpolished in the best way, with red curtains, vintage posters and a sense of history on the walls. Come for the show, stay for the atmosphere — and don’t expect to rush the evening....

A night at Searles in Stanford is as much about the stage as it is about the plate. This intimate dinner-and-theatre spot pairs familiar “huiskos” — think bobotie, curries and peppermint crisp tart…