6 Reasons Why Cape Town Is A Coffee Lover’s Paradise
Cape Town is synonymous with coffee. Every year, coffee lovers from all corners of the globe flock to the South African city to try the
6 Reasons Why Cape Town Is A Coffee Lover’s Paradise
Cape Town is synonymous with coffee. Every year, coffee lovers from all corners of the globe flock to the South African city to try the
Gifberg Holiday Farm offers wide open spaces and magical family memories
Nature is where families can unite and create magical memories to last a lifetime. When travelling to the Western Cape, family fun starts just 29km from
From the Indian Ocean to the Oldest Game Reserve in Africa: Ezemvelo’s New ‘Beach2Bush’ Route Explores the Wild Heart of KZN
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa – Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife has opened a new window into one of the country’s most ecologically and culturally significant landscapes with the
CAFFEINE-FREE AND COOL! WHY ROOIBOS IS THE DRINK OF CHOICE FOR GEN Z AND MILLENNIALS
As wellness trends reshape beverage choices globally, South African consumers are increasingly turning to herbal infusions, with Rooibos leading the charge. This shift is particularly
theLAB Robertson — designed for rest, built for the future
Klaas Voogds West, nestled in the heart of the Robertson Wine Valley, offers a serene atmosphere that feels like a scene from a novel. Surrounded
Olivewood Wildlife Estate and Golf Club – Where luxury and serenity meet
Just 30 kilometres from East London in the tranquil Chintsa East Valley, Olivewood Wildlife Estate and Golf Club is a sanctuary of luxury, wildlife and
Cathay Pacific brings a redesigned lounge experience to The Bridge at Hong Kong International Airport
The Bridge’s reopening marks the first stage of Cathay Pacific’s wide-ranging lounge enhancement plan at its home hub. Cathay Pacific is excited to once again
New Protected Area brings hope for critically endangered Blue Swallow and other threatened species
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is proud to announce the declaration of a new protected area that signals renewed hope for some of South Africa’s most threatened
Discover the Soul and History of the San in the West Coast at !Khwa ttu
Nestled along South Africa’s picturesque West Coast, !Khwa ttu offers more than just a place to rest, it’s an experience that nourishes the soul. A
A medal with meaning: Help the Cableway Charity Challenge reach R1 million
On Saturday, 10 May 2025, participants from across South Africa will descend on Table Mountain with one common goal – to tackle Platteklip Gorge, as
SOUTH AFRICA’S BEACHES AMONG WORLD’S BEST – CELEBRATED IN GLOBAL “SUN-RATED” GUIDE
Four of South Africa’s most beloved beaches have been recognised among the world’s best in the newly launched Corona Beach 100 — a first-of-its-kind global
Homestead Villas offers cosy comfort in Cape Town’s modern setting
The Welgedacht Estate, located in the Northern Suburbs area of Cape Town, is one of the most desirable places to live. With their top-notch security and
Anna Beulah Farm – pause, play and plant roots outside Cape Town
Just twenty kilometres from Cape Town, the serene region of Durbanville offers a quiet retreat from the city’s bustle. Amidst rolling hills and farmland producing
RHBC, more than just a taproom, now a landmark eatery too
Richmond Hill Brewing Company (RHBC) is a landmark brewery and taproom in Gqeberha know for it’s great vibe and renowned country wide for its numerous
The ‘World’s Smallest Chef’ has returned to ‘Make Dining Great Again’
Le Petit Chef is making his grand return, promising an epic surprise, at the high-rise Blueberry Hill Hotel – the perfect balance between silk, spice
A Toast to Terroir – Steenberg Farm celebrates Sauvignon Blanc Month
This May, Steenberg Farm in Cape Town’s Constantia Valley invites guests to savour the essence of its celebrated terroir as it raises a glass to
Evertsdal Guest House — a peaceful pause in Cape Town’s suburban comfort
In Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs, between Durbanville’s luxurious wine farms and Tygervalley with its world-class stores, guests will feel at home at Evertsdal Guest House.
Cape St Francis Resort — beachfront paradise in the Eastern Cape
In the Eastern Cape, paradise is at Cape St Francis, a seaside village where visitors from near and far come to relax and rejuvenate. Just
L’Ermitage Quagga Lodge — wildlife, wilderness, and wonder
One hundred and forty-five kilometres from the bustling city of Cape Town, the peaceful town of Velddrif awaits offering relaxation and comfort. Surrounded by the
Castellon Boutique Hotel – business or leisure, the perfect base to explore Cape Town
Situated in Bloubergstrand, and bordering the peaceful Rietvlei Wetland and Bird Sanctuary, Castellon Boutique Hotel offers a modern retreat perfect for both leisure and business
Misty Mountain Reserve offers a four-star getaway in Tsitsikamma
Tsitsikamma is a breathtaking region of South Africa’s Garden Route, famous for its scenic coastlines overlooking the Indian Ocean and its lush forests. Just two
Otium Oasis offers camping and glamping in Tesselaarsdal
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Overberg Mountain Range and surrounded by shady trees and fynbos, enter a world where camping is done in style. Otium
Myoli Beach Lodge – Sedgefield’s coastal sanctuary
Situated along the surreal Garden Route midway between Knysna and Wilderness, the small coastal town of Sedgefield offers a serene getaway. Surrounded by pristine lakes,
Spend the Easter Season at the wonderful Blanco Guest Farm and Resort
With the Easter weekend approaching Blanco Guest Farm and Resort is the perfect fun filled family getaway with its open spaces, fun activities and excellent
Surval Boutique Olive Estate offers sophisticated elegance in Oudtshoorn
The Klein Karoo, known for its dramatic landscapes, rugged mountains, and vast open spaces, is home to the town of Oudtshoorn. It’s the largest town
Finding great accommodation, restaurants, spas adventure and more
Actually, Home Food and Travel offers a lot more than just reviews of accommodation, restaurants, spas and adventure activities. We also visit great destinations, receive advice from interior designers and stop to smell the roses and taste the coffee.
Our team of journalists are seasoned travels and love visiting the myriad of exciting places around South Africa. Whether it is off the beaten track or in the heart of the top attractions of the country, we’ll be there,
Home Food and Travel advice on finding the right accommodation
So what is the right accommodation? Well more often than not, it’s your travel budget that dictates the type of accommodation that you choose.
Expensive is not always better. Our team at Home Food and Travel will tell you that they have camped in areas with limited ablutions and had a wonderful holiday. They have also spent a night in a five star hotel only to be disappointed because their expectations exceeded the experience.
The reason for your travels will also affect your choice. A business trip requires different amenities to a beach holiday.
Our articles, reviews and experiences can certainly help you make your decision.
Restaurants with a good mix of service, food and ambiance
To my mind a great restaurant offers three things – excellent service, great food and a wonderful ambiance. Of these, service is the most important.
No matter that the food is delicious and the setting delightful, poor service can ruin the occasion. However, great service combined with mediocre meal and a plane jane restaurant can still be a pleasant night out.
We’ve eaten in restaurants that are really dirty but with incredible food and couldn’t help but give a rave review. We’ve also hardly noticed what we ate because the setting was just amazing.
However, the best restaurants come with the best of service, food and ambiance.
Spas are the ultimate relaxation aid
How do you know when you have had a great spa experience? The answer, of course, is when you doze off on the treatment table.
Well that’s our theory anyway. It also doesn’t take a grand location with enormous facilities for a spa to be really good
A small, personal spa that is owner run can result in the best massage you have ever experienced. However, the grand spas in five star hotels offer unsurpassed facilities in an environment that just makes the stress in your shoulders and neck melt away before you even finish checking in.
Adventure!
You don’t have to be an adrenaline junky to enjoy an exciting experience. In fact, what are commonly termed adventure activities usually have incredibly high safety standards and unblemished safety records.
Ziplining, bungy jumping and shark cage diving are all very safe. It’s just that our mind tells us we are craaazzzzyyyy to be doing this.
On the road to great places of accommodation, restaurants, spas and adventure activities
If you’re driving, be safe and make use of all the wonderful farm stalls that populate South Africa’s open roads.
If you overhear somebody asking a lot of questions or see someone taking photos of empty bedrooms chances are it’s one of our Home Food and Travel team members.
We’re out looking or those great places of accommodation, restaurants, spas and adventure activities.
See you on the road!
