Tucked away in an enchanted forest setting is a little piece of heaven on earth. The Waterberry Coffee Shop and Tea Garden is a fantasy of fine country fare.

“Chocolate is nature’s way of making up for Monday” is one of the quotes you’ll read while sipping on an aromatic cappuccino and paging through a delicious menu that boasts extremely generous slices of nougat, almond and white chocolate baked cheesecake. There are also warm brownies oozing a river of chocolate, beautifully decorated lemon meringue pie, fresh smoothies, mouth-watering Italian panini stuffed with ham and cheese and drizzled with olive oil and basil pesto. Add a comment

Home to beaches, boats, seagulls and quirky shops, the small fishing town of Kalk Bay has a unique charm that makes it like no other place in South Africa. And no trip to Kalk Bay could ever be complete without an experience at Harbour House – arguably one of the best seafood restaurants in the country. If you’re looking for an especially indulgent affair that will leave a lasting impression, you’ve just found it.

Built on the breakwater, the restaurant stands perched above the rocks, pretty in bright white. The interior is large and airy, with frameless glass windows and open sliding doors that embrace the spectacular view of False Bay and the bustling harbour just below.  Add a comment

It’s no surprise that the Pasta Factory has become a regular for those devoted to good food. Hungry urban dwellers pack into the industrial-style restaurant to get their fill of the tastiest pizzas, salads, and antipasti. But the real star of this culinary show is the amazing variety of pasta.

It’s a wonderfully interactive experience too where guests are invited to saunter up to the pasta station to make their choices, and chefs prepare your meal while you watch. There are more than 20 homemade sauces and 10 varieties of pasta, including wheat-free tagliatelle and potato gnocchi.  Add a comment

This little gem in the ’burbs of Cape Town is now something of a valued asset to the Claremont area. The venue is a modern interpretation of the classic European café, where the aroma of freshly baked bread and fine coffee are enough to lure you in. Once inside, Café Nood will seduce you with its fully stocked deli and tantalising menu.

Have an amazing health breakfast, a stylish lunch or a quick lip-smacking snack. They also offer a very sexy dessert bar in the evenings. Ingredients are interesting, and all the breads, cakes and croissants are baked on the premises for your daily pickings of freshness.