Old Biscuit Mill
Cape Town – Woodstock
In the heart of Cape Town’s bohemian Woodstock district, The Old Biscuit Mill is a unique hub of culture, fashion, design and gastronomy. Once a biscuit factory, this historic complex has been transformed into an urban hub of creativity and innovation. Every Saturday, the site comes alive with the Neighbourgoods Market, where local artisans showcase an impressive array of homemade food, organic produce, chocolates, pastries and more. The stalls are filled with culinary delights and dishes prepared with passion, reflecting the region’s gastronomic richness. But the mill is much more than just a market. It is also home to a range of boutiques and design studios, from fashion clothing to handcrafted jewellery and designer furniture. In addition, several restaurants and cafés are established within the complex.
375 Albert Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7915
The Waterfront
Cape Town
This iconic space, spanning 123 hectares, is not only the city’s oldest working port, but also its beating heart. With over 450 stores, the V&A Waterfront offers an unrivalled shopping experience, from high-end international brands to unique local creations. Foodies can choose from a multitude of restaurants, cafés and food stalls, serving everything from traditional South African dishes to cuisines from around the world. The space is also home to major attractions such as the Two Oceans Aquarium, the Zeitz MOCAA Museum of Contemporary African Art, and the departure point for ferry trips to the famous Robben Island. Culture lovers can enjoy live performances, craft markets and exhibitions throughout the year.
Also discover the “Waterfront’s Watershed”
South Africa’s largest design market
150 traders in 800 square metres of loft-like space in the Waterfront district. The work of local creative entrepreneurs.
Ceramicists, sculptors, painters, jewellers, clothing and shoe designers, textile and furniture makers, ethical skin and hair care products. The stalls are separated by a wide paved floor under an imposing ceiling with rows of opening roofs. A bright and airy modern-style market.
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Le Cap, 8001, Afrique du Sud
Greenmarket Square
Market
At the heart of Cape Town’s city centre lies Greenmarket Square, an iconic landmark steeped in history and buzzing with energy. Founded in 1696, the square has served many functions over the years, from a vegetable market to a car park, to a space for public gatherings and events.
Today, Greenmarket Square is best known for its bustling market where local traders display a colourful array of goods, from handcrafted jewellery, clothing, African art and sculptures to local souvenirs. Wandering through the stalls is an experience in itself, offering a unique opportunity to interact with local artisans and purchase unique pieces.
The square is surrounded by historic architecture, with buildings dating back centuries that bear witness to the city’s evolution. Numerous cafés and restaurants line the square, providing perfect vantage points to sit, relax and watch the comings and goings of locals and visitors.
Beyond its role as a commercial hub, Greenmarket Square is also a symbol of resistance. During apartheid, it was a gathering place for demonstrations and protests, and it retains that aura of defiance and resilience.
Greenmarket Square
Cape Town City Centre Le Cap, 8000
Canal Walk
Mall
Nestled in the futuristic Century City complex, just minutes from Cape Town’s city centre, Canal Walk is a shopping mall. With over 400 stores spread across two luxurious levels, Canal Walk offers a diversity of brands, from the most sought-after international brands to innovative local retailers.
Aside from shopping, Canal Walk is notable for its architectural features, wide walkways and views of Table Mountain.
Canal Walk
490 Century Blvd, Century City, Cape Town, 7446
Baraka
Shop
If you are looking for small gifts to give to your friends, Baraka is a must. A small store in the Waterkant shopping center, opposite the Manhattan café. It is impossible to describe what you will find there. I will let you discover it for yourself, I am sure that you will find what you are looking for.
Baraka
Shop 34, Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, 27 Somerset Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005
Vogel
Deco store
For design lovers, this small store in Woodstock is made for the initiated. Few products but a choice of high-end quality. Ideal for finding the decorative object to bring back from your trip.
Vogel
Lundi au Vendredi de 09h à 16h
Samedi sur rendez-vous.
44 Auckland Street, Paarden Island
Cape Town
Dylan Lewis
Sculptor
If you have visited the Delaire vineyard in the Stellenbosch region, or the Kirstenbosch Garden in Cape Town, you will have certainly admired the works of Dylan Lewis which feature, among other things, magnificent bronze animals.
Dylan Lewis was born in 1964 and grew up in a family of artists in South Africa. His father was an accomplished sculptor, his mother and grandmother were painters and two great-grandfathers were respectively an architect and a cabinetmaker.
Dylan Lewis
Dylan Lewis’ sculptures come in a variety of formats. You can purchase one of his works through his website.
