Cape Town
Our introduction to Africa has been great! We’ve already topped off our Vit D tanks, while minimizing sunburn. We had a mellow Thu evening walking around the waterfront, and managed to find a restaurant serving Belgian beers and tasty treats – just what the doctor ordered! On Friday we explored Cape Town city some more, checking out the Green Market, the Company’s Garden, and the Castle of Good Hope. We found some fantastic espresso, at a cute roaster/cafe (they also sell Stumptown beans, from Portland, OR, a little reminder of home!) All the while we marveled at the clouds billowing over Table Mountain, an unreal backdrop to an already gorgeous city. Walking around is a little exciting, what with cars coming from the opposite direction, and drivers very impatient about pedestrians – even in (especially in?!) marked crosswalks. After a short rest we’ll head back out in search of more adventure and grub.
You know I spent a full year working in the Castle during my time in the army as a legal officer? Remember the route up the mountain to take is Plattekloof Gorge.
What about Skeleton Gorge?!
That works too, the access there is from Kirstenbosch Gardens though
You might enjoy an evening at MOTHER AFRICA: nightclub,cultural entertainment, great jazz, terrific African food, a rollicking good time!
We thought you would have some input on where to go “clubbing!”
Oh, and when the clouds pour over the Mountain, it means the south-Easter is blowing, which is a good thing………………………
I misspelled the town name, Kommetjie, on my email to you the other day, sorry. This is the correct way.
Wow is all I can say. It is exciting being on the trip with you. Thank you for sharing.
Found it! Here’s where you should eat all of your meals in False Bay:
http://www.harbourhouse.co.za/luckyfish
Oh, yeah – we are staying within walking distance!!
The 2 min walk to get there was grueling (ha!), but it was fantastic! Fish fish and more fish.
loved the latest photo of the cloud (s) coming over the mountain. how awesome that must be in person!! you two will not want to leave capetown.