Top Things To Do On Mother’s Day In Cape Town 2023

With Mother’s Day right around the corner – Sunday, 14 May 2023 to be exact – its time to pull out all the stops and show your mom and all the special women in your life just how much they mean to you.

Here are some of the top things to do on Mother’s Day in Cape Town that will not only put a big smile on the wonderful woman or women in your life’s face, but treat them to a day of well-deserved pampering, relaxation, enjoyment, and love.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, mom like figures, and mammas-to-be!

#Spoil mom with a Classic Roku Japanese G&T at TANG this Mother’s Day

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: TANG, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
• Time: 12pm – 3pm
• Contact details / Booking details: To avoid disappointment, book your seats at TANG, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town by contacting 076 652 8972
• **For more information on the brand, please visit http://www.suntory.co.jp/wnb/rokugin/

Go the extra mile this Mother’s Day and treat the special woman in your life to the ultimate brunch experience with Roku Japanese Gin. Roku, a premium Japanese crafted gin created by the House of Suntory in Japan, has launched a luxurious brunch series in one of Cape Town’s hot topic restaurants, TANG.

Witness the beautiful aesthetics of Japan being brought to life while indulging in a brunch experience like no other. From extravagant meals to the most delicious hand-crafted Roku Gin cocktails. What better way to enjoy an authentic taste of Japanese gin than by pairing it with a Japanese infused “shokuji” (Japanese translation for “meal”) while being swept away by the elegant ambience. 

The concept of sharing food is a fundamental aspect of Japanese culture; it is a symbol of celebrating family, community, and togetherness, so come and join us in celebrating the special woman in your life with an exquisite day out.

**Stylish Japanese-Inspired Brunch Affair for Mother’s Day at TANG V&A Waterfront**

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Time: From 12pm – 11pm | Origami masterclass is running from 12pm to 3pm
• Where: Shop 153, V&A Waterfront, 19 Breakwater Blvd, Cape Town
• Contact details / Booking details: 076 652 8972 | [email protected] | cpt.tanghospitality.com

TANG restaurant and bar at V&A Waterfront is giving Capetonians something a little different for Mother’s Day with a spread that’s sure to impress. Famous for their award-winning take on Japanese Izakaya-style dining mixed with elements of classic Cantonese cuisine, the Cape Town restaurant is joining forces with Japanese handcrafted gin label Roku to host a unique Sunday brunch experience.

Moms are welcomed with an elegant pastel pink Lychee Martini before learning the ancient craft of authentic Origami through a guided masterclass. A special Roku Gin experiential bar will be set up at the eatery serving mod cocktails to enjoy throughout the afternoon. End off with a secret fortune cookie for that extra layer of mystery. 

Of course your visit isn’t complete without dining on Executive Chef Vixa Kalenga’s a la carte menu of stylishly plated Izakayas (small plates), wok dishes, gourmet sushi, and if you’re feeling extra lavish, slow-roasted Peking Duck packed with flavour. To finish, show-stopping signature dessert plating with chocolate fondant.

Founder Nicky Van Der Walt’s concept restaurant in the V&A Waterfront maintains the same luxurious yet edgy style as its Johannesburg counterpart, with the interior design once again helmed by the award-winning Tristan Du Plessis. However, this time the colour palette has been lightened to complement the restaurant’s ocean-side location. The 700 square meter space is adorned with oak panelling, imported marble, honed travertine, and granite, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

# “Don’t Forget It’s Mother’s Day” The Magic Show – Waterfront, Cape Town

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: The Galloway Theatre, Cnr Port & Alfred Roads, Cape Town
• Time: 6pm
• Cost: R170
• Tickets: Click here to get your ticket / tickets & to find out more about this incredible Mother’s Day event
• **All ages welcome

“DON’T FORGET IT’S MOTHER’S DAY” the Magic Show features 4 Cape Town Magicians Your Mum Will Love!

“Magic means different things to different people so a magic show curated by professionals, with the sole purpose of enchanting you, is the perfect way to spend a special day with the whole family that can create delightful memories that will last a lifetime”

Cape Town, April 2023 – How could you forget Mother’s Day? After all that woman has done for you?! You will never know love like the kind she gives you, you will never be warmer than when you’re in her embrace, you will never feel… oh, wait, what’s that? You didn’t forget Mother’s Day? Mother’s Day is still a few weeks away? Ok, well, just don’t then. Don’t Forget It’s Mother’s Day!

“Don’t Forget It’s Mother’s Day” the Magic Show is what you’re getting your mum for Mother’s Day, right? Don’t do the old, tired, boring, chocolates or socks or bubble bath from Clicks and level up your gift giving efforts this year. Here’s a great tip for giving gifts: give something that you would also like – a Magic Show! We all like magic. We all like that whimsical feeling of being a kid again. We all like sharing experiences with loved ones that we’ll never forget. We all like joy!

We all like a magic show that reminds you to not forget that it’s Mother’s Day (the magic show). The Galloway Theatre at The Waterfront Theatre School presents “Don’t Forget It’s Mother’s Day” the Magic show – an evening of wonderment for the whole family! (Yes, wonderment is a word!). 

Your host is Sebastiano Olla – an entertainer with a vigorous passion for exploring what makes real magic real. Also, enjoy perfromances by three award-winning magicians. 

You’ll be thrilled by Greg Gelb – a comedy magician with a unique form of sleight-of-hand.
Alexander May’s brain-boggling magic and fantastic feats of the mind will leave you breathless. And modern-day escape artist Glendini will take you on a journey from danger through excitement.

So, come on! Join us on Mother’s Day (you do know when that is, right?) to thank your mum for all the magic she brings into your world by bringing some magic into hers.

#Treat your mom to an indulgent culinary experience at the Mount Nelson Hotel’s new & exclusive Red Room – Its latest epicurean offering

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PAN-ASIAN RESTAURANT BY LIAM TOMLIN AND DAVID SCHNEIDER UNVEILED

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Adding to the Mount Nelson’s international prominence, the iconic pink hotel unveils its latest epicurean offering — The Red Room by Chefs Warehouse. Under the guidance of celebrated chefs Liam Tomlin and David Schneider, both of Chefs Warehouse, the new Pan-Asian restaurant, set beneath the hotel’s grounds, is poised to become a one-of-a-kind culinary experience.

With a devoted following, owner-operators Liam and David will be joined by their two chefs de cuisine Geoffrey Abrahams and Teenola Govender. Backed by a wealth of experience working in some of the Cape’s top restaurants, Geoffrey and Teenola will lead the restaurant’s vision.

During his years working in Australia, Liam’s travels into Asia gave rise to a love affair with its cuisine and a deeper understanding of the nuances of the region’s flavours and cultures. Rooted in that experience and answering to the country’s call for a truly Pan-Asian restaurant, Liam and David plan to offer guests an immersive restaurant and bar experience. “The menu will take guests on a curated journey through the East, honouring these cuisines with a unique dining experience in an iconic setting,” Liam explains.

The menu expresses Chef Liam’s experience in pan-Asian philosophy; he explains the menu takes guests on a curated journey through the East, honouring these cuisines with a unique dining experience in an iconic setting. Headed by Chef David Schneider, The Red Room offers an immersive restaurant and bar experience. Diners are greeted with two curated moments: relax into a cosy deep-velvet booth with a tea-infused cocktail or sake and sample any one of the flavour-packed small plates from the à la carte menu, including grilled scallops with Tom Yum foam and Kombu butter or Korean BBQ pork steamed buns. Alternatively, sink into a corner of the lavish dining room to enjoy a four-course set menu to share. The star of the show Peking Duck delivers the perfect crescendo to the meal, accompanied by Duck Consommé, dumplings, and marinated tofu.

Here, the ceremony and high standards of old-world dining will be celebrated in an opulent underground den, where time and place are ambiguous. Through a set of red velvet curtains and down a lacquered staircase, guests will arrive at a low-lit, glimmering bar with a tangible buzz in the air. Beyond it, the dining room will be fun and luxurious, bearing many of the original features of the Nellie’s iconic 70s Grill Room that went before it.

Bringing together Belmond’s well-travelled, cosmopolitan guests and Chefs Warehouse’s discerning epicurean following, The Red Room will offer an entirely novel Pan-Asian dining experience that is in a class of its own. “Our hope is that by bringing Chefs Warehouse to the Mount Nelson, we will aid in expanding the food and beverage offering for the already-legendary hotel, giving guests little reason to leave the property in search of world-class dining,” adds Liam.

This new chapter for the much-loved Nellie heralds the evolution of the hotel’s gastronomic credentials, aligning with other exciting culinary developments. “Elevating the Mount Nelson’s gastronomic offering with the Chefs Warehouse team brings to life our vision of curating ever-new experiences for culinary curious guests. The Red Room offers a unique opportunity to experience the revival of a truly iconic space set beneath the buzz of the city,” concludes Tiago Moraes Sarmento, General Manager of the Mount Nelson.

About The Red Room

• Location: The Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, 76 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town
• The Red Room opening hours​: Restaurant: ​Monday – Saturday, 6pm – 9:​15​ pm | Bar: Monday – Saturday, 4pm until late | Closed Sundays
• Website: https://www.chefswarehouse.co.za/the-red-room
• Bookings via: https://www.dineplan.com/restaurants/the-red-room-by-chefs-warehouse
• For general enquiries: [email protected] | 021 483 1516

#Spoil your mom with an afternoon tea experience at the famous Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: The Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, 76 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town
• Time: Afternoon tea: 12pm & 3pm
• Cost: Afternoon tea: R600 per adult | R350 per child (ages 4 to 11)
• 021 483 1000 | [email protected] | Click here to make a booking
• ** Includes kids club access (for ages 4-11), Belvedere welcome drinks, departure gift for moms

You can’t go wrong with an afternoon tea in Cape Town this Mother’s Day. The Nellie is pretty much the standard if you’re looking for a beautifully presented menu of sandwiches, savoury creations, and fine patisserie.

The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel’s iconic Afternoon Tea is a legendary, world-renowned ritual honed over decades of expertise. Select your tisane with South Africa’s first expertly-trained tea sommelier as live gentle music fills the room. Then, feast upon a dizzying selection of dainty sweet and savoury bites, admiring the verdant, airy furnishings in our chic Lounge.

Diners visiting on Mother’s Day will experience the first taste of resident pâtissier, Vicky Gurovich’s Afternoon Tea Menu.  Expect new favourites such as Raspberry, litchi, rose eclair, chocolate roulade, Frangipane tartlets, and many more taking the art of pastry to new heights. 

For an extra special touch, guests are greeted with a glass of Moët & Chandon bubbles to start this popular Cape Town pastime.  Also if you forget to get mom a present, don’t panic – each mom will take home a gift bag with premium skincare products from Esse and Theranaka. Booking is essential for high tea and there are two seating times.

#Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch with live Jazz tunes & all the trimmings at Belmond Mount Nelson

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: The Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, 76 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town
• Time: Sunday Jazz Brunch: From 11:30am – 3pm
• Cost: R650 per adult | R350 per child | Additional R250pp for unlimited bubbly
• Contact details / Booking details: 021 483 1000 | [email protected]
• ** Includes kids club access (for ages 4-11), welcome drinks from Moët & Chandon, departure gift for moms

Oasis Bistro at Mount Nelson hotel is adding a special twist for Mother’s Day to their regular Sunday brunch where everything is taken care of. Start with a welcoming drink or cocktail whipped up at the Belvedere Vodka drinks trolley.

Dine on a buffet-style lunch experience with multiple courses crafted by the culinary team while the Buddy Wells Jazz Quartet set the mood for a lazy lunch. Think fresh oysters, local cheese boards, slivers of Sunday roast, a selection of vegetables, and a range of sweet treats to end. Guests have the option to add unlimited bubbly to their Sunday brunch experience. Choose between Boschendal Brut or Brut Rose. 

There’s also a good excuse to take the little one along. Children can let loose at Mount Nelson’s supervised Kids Club indoor play space. 

All moms receive a special gift departing gift from Librisa Spa at Mount Nelson hotel. The gift includes Esse and Theranaka luxury skincare products.

#Mother’s Day lunch buffet at Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa’s Azure Restaurant

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: Azure Restaurant, Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa | Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town | Venue: The Azure Restaurant or the Atlantic Terrace Marquee
• Time: Mother’s Day Sunday buffet lunch: 1pm
• Cost: Mother’s Day Sunday buffet lunch: R796pp
• Contact details / Booking details: Click here to make a booking | 021 437 9000 | [email protected]

Up for a sophisticated experience with views of the Table Mountain National Park and the Atlantic Ocean? Set your sights on The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa. On Sunday, 14 May, Azure Restaurant is serving up a special Mother’s Day lunch buffet. Tuck into starter options, a range of classic roasts and sides, as well as other delicacies. 

#Mother’s Day High Tea @ Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: Venue: The Leopard Bar, Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa | Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
• Time: 10am and 3pm
• Price: R625
• Contact details / Booking details: Click here to make a booking | 021 437 9000 | [email protected]

Spoil your Mum and cherish your time together with a Mother’s Day High Tea. Sumptuous cakes and dainty sandwiches await your arrival, promising a luxurious gift for the entire family.

There’s also a High Tea with finger sandwiches, chocolate brownies, cream puffs, macarons, madeleines, and more. Try a bottomless selection of loose-leaf teas and specialty coffee, or go for the Moët & Chandon High Tea, served with a glass of Brut Imperial champagne. A vegan option is also available.

#Mother’s Day Oysters, bubbly & sushi @ Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: Venue: The Apostles Braai, Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa | Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
• Time: 11am
• Price: R625
• Contact details / Booking details: Click here to make a booking | 021 437 9000 | [email protected]

Bask in our coastal location this Mother’s Day and enjoy some of the finest seafood in Cape Town.

#Escape to the stars at The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa | Silver screen moments in a private cinema

• Location: The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa | Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
• Contact details: 021 437 9000 | [email protected]
• Booking: Click here to make a booking

For a quiet night in, reserve your seat in the lavish Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa’s cosy 16-seater cinema where you can look forward to plush leather seating, Dolby surround-sound and a selection of complimentary popcorn, snacks, and refreshments. The cinema offers five screenings per day (12 noon, 4pm, 8pm and 10pm), with the schedule of titles available online and in the hotel. If there are no prior reservations for the scheduled screening, guests are welcome to select their own title from their extensive library.

#Enjoy a glorious gin experience with The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa’s ‘The gin lab’

• Location: The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa | Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
• Time: Daily (Please note that 24-hours’ notice is required) | **AVAILABLE DAILY (WITH NOTICE)
• Price: R 725 per person
• Venue: The Conservatory
• Contact details: 021 437 9000 | [email protected]
• Booking: Click here to make a booking

Craft your own gin under the watchful eye of the remarkable Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa’s expert, exceptional, and experienced Gin Mixologist and learn the art of exquisite gin creation.

To start to the evening, enjoy a gin & canape tasting experience in their tranquil conservatory, before moving into artisanal mode as you create your own customised bottle of gin. Using local botanicals foraged from the hotel’s own Fynbos gardens, this is a gin crafting experience like no other. This is without a doubt a truly unforgettable and beyond thrilling experience – not to mention EVERY head-over-heels gin lover’s dream come true!

Perfect for the fin-loving mom!

#Treat your mom to an enigmatic dining experience at ARIEL Modern Italian Restaurant

• Where: 90 Regent Road, Sea Point, Cape Town
• Operating hours: Open Monday – Sunday: 12pm – 10pm | Dinner: 6pm & 8:15pm seating
• Contact details / Booking details: 021 023 3643 | [email protected] | Click here to make a booking / reservation via @dineplan_app
• Website: Click here to visit Ariel Modern Italian’s website & to find out more about this remarkable restaurant
• **Extra Note: No pets allowed | Unfortunately no children under 12 allowed after 5pm

Step into the mysterious, enigmatic, and enchanting world of the widely renowned and highly sought-after Cape Town restaurant that is Ariel Modern Italian where your taste buds will get whisked away on a tantalizing culinary journey you won’t soon forget and certainly leave you wanting more.

Ariel Modern Italian is the culmination of years of passion for industry and product. Napoli meets New York in this beautiful iteration of the local Italian eatery. Sourcing only the finest Italian products available, Ariel Modern Italian have created a reminiscence of European street dining.

Sit back, relax, and wind down your afternoon in style with their incredible Neapolitan pizzas, pastas, and wide selection of sensational classic cocktails. At its core, Ariel Modern Italian is a dedication to the simple elegance of Italian cuisine and while they may not be traditional, they take it upon themselves to always pay homage to what it means to eat a good meal with good people. Friends, togetherness, celebration, and joy – at Ariel Modern Italian you are right where you are meant to be.

EXCLUSIVE NEGRONI FLIGHT

Negroni lovers, this one is for you! Ariel Modern Italian has launched a brand-new exclusive offering – the one-of-a-kind Negroni Flight! This unique Ariel Modern Italian Negroni Tasting, which involves trying and indulging in three specially crafted tasty and tantalizing Negroni Cocktails, can be enjoyed from Friday – Sunday, between 12pm – 5pm. The exclusive Negroni Flight is not only perfect for all head-over-heels Negroni lovers, but anyone looking to try something new and exciting!

• Available: Friday – Sunday, 12pm – 5pm
• Bookings & walk-ins welcome

#The art of flight | Take to the glorious Cape Town skies on a once-in-a-lifetime helicopter flight adventure at the Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

• Location: The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa | Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
• Contact details: 021 437 9000 | [email protected]
• Price: From R 1840 per person (minimum of 2 guests)
• Prices: Available on request
• Departure times: From the V&A Waterfront, between 12.30pm and 4.30pm
• **Click here for more information & details
• **Click here for further enquiries or to request a quote

Take to the skies of the beautiful and vibrant city of Cape Town and experience the most breathtaking bird’s eye view of the magnificent Mother City in all her glory. Plus, as an extra special bonus, you get to tick a truly thrilling adventure experience off your bucket-list!

Savour unforgettable views with a helicopter flight from the V&A Waterfront over the scenic Atlantic Seaboard, before landing on the Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa’s private helipad. Opt to experience the flight in singularity, taking in the views as you soar above Cape Town, or personalise your experience with a celebratory lunch or massage. Alternatively you can also indulge in a selection of curated food experiences, from sushi and wine pairings to their loved Tea by the Sea – Your exhilarating helicopter flight experience – your choice!

#Scala Pasta/Bar: Gourmet Italian Eats in the CBD

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: 81 Church Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
• Time: From 12pm – 10:30pm
• Cost: R999 for two | Drinks pairing, R149pp
• Contact details: 021 424 7204 | [email protected] | scalapasta.co.za

Bring your mom up to speed with what’s hot on Cape Town’s dining scene right now. As their brand slogan boldly states, Scala Pasta/Bar in the CBD is ‘not your mamma’s pasta.’ The restaurant’s speciality is a steady hand on freshly made pasta with mod gastro twists and a menu crafted by Michelin-star Italian master chef, Luciano Monosilio.

Try their winter set menu offer going at R999 for two. You’ll dine on 10 sharing plates with highlights from the menu that include their very unique meatballs, Chef Monosilio’s signature Carbonara with just the right amount of Pecorino, and Sicilian-style Cannolo with dark chocolate and crushed pistachio.

The mood and interiors are contemporary with understated Italian minimalism. Advance booking is essential.

#Dine at the extraordinary Benguela Cove

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Benguela Cove Wine Estate, R43, Botriver Lagoon, Walker Bay, Hermanus
• Time: From 12pm – 11pm
• Cost: A la carte menu
• 087 357 0637 | [email protected] | benguelacove.co.za

Few things in life say leisure and relaxation the way a soft sun embellished with the slow and melodic sounds of saxophone does.

Enjoy flavour combinations and tastes created and devised by the resident chef, Annie Badenhorst, at this fantastic restaurant. With meals that cater to Vegetarians and Omnivores alike, The Moody Lagoon creatively produces mouthwatering dishes using only the finest, freshest ingredients.

Tap your toes to the sound of local jazz musicians as you absorb the relaxing atmosphere, panoramic views, excellent service, and tranquil bliss Benguela Cove offers.

#A SPLENDID FINE DINING MOTHER’S DAY LUNCH WITH LIVE MUSIC

• When: Sunday, 14 May 2023
• Where: Benguela Cove Wine Estate, R43, Botriver Lagoon, Walker Bay, Hermanus
• Time: From 12pm to 5pm.
• Cost: R850pp | R395 per child.
• Contact details: 087 357 0637 | [email protected] | benguelacove.co.za | Book here

Give the leading lady in your life the ultimate spoil with Benguela Cove’s lunch experience for Mother’s Day. The chef’s team created a special 6-course set menu anchored in seafood and lamb and further creative merging of flavours such as pickled red cabbage, sambuca mayo, and beer-braised barley among others. For an extra pampering feel, the estate is offering a 20% discount off their sumptuous Cuveé Rosé Cap Classique and Lighthouse Collection Rosé wines. Guests are also welcome to add on a tasting of the wine farm’s Wine of the Month which is Benguela Cove Pinot Noir. Live jazz music is confirmed for the event.