Physical Address
Pearly Beach
Western Cape
7220
Food & Drink
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.
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.
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. This is where the warm Indian Ocean meets the cold Atlantic, and where Portuguese navigators once noted that their compass needles pointed true north, giving rise to the name Cabo das Agulhas, or “Cape of Needles.”
Stoep Views and Generous Platters at Black Oystercatcher
A long weekend stop that’s easy to linger over, Black Oystercatcher pairs cool-climate wines 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.
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.
Napier opens its doors for sixth Creative Napier Art Route this Freedom Day weekend
Napier comes alive this Freedom Day long weekend as the sixth Creative Napier Art Route unfolds from 25 to 27 April. With ten open studio venues, a mix of local and guest artists, live music, workshops and pop-up food experiences, visitors can explore the village at their own pace while moving between ceramics, painting, sculpture and more.
