The Hot List: 5 Things We Love in Cape Town This Week

Fresh finds and cult favourites in and around the Mother City.

1. PFL Champions Series 2 – MMA Night at GrandWest (Saturday, 19 July)

Get ready for high-energy action at GrandWest Arena with the Professional Fighters League Champions Series 2, featuring a headline bout of Johnny Eblen vs. Costello van Steenis alongside the first round of the inaugural PFL Africa Tournament.

Why We Recommend It: It’s a historic, adrenaline-fueled evening—MMA’s thrilling debut on South African soil, right here in Cape Town.
When: Saturday, 19 July 2025
Where: GrandWest Arena, Cape Town
🔗 PFL Africa Cape Town info

2. The Potluck Club – New Winter Menu (featured image)

Luke Dale-Roberts’ beloved restaurant is shaking things up with bold, seasonal plates.

Why We Love It: Fine dining with edge, plus those epic city views.
🔗 thepotluckclub.co.za

3. Oranjezicht City Farm Market – Winter Edition

Cozy up with hot mulled apple cider, artisan soup, and winter florals by the sea.

Why We Recommend It: It’s the local lifestyle dream.
🔗 https://ozcf.co.za/ozcfmarket/

4. Future Nostalgia Vinyl Night – The House of Machines

Every Wednesday, this live music hangout goes analog with vinyl DJs and dark drinks.

Why We Love It: Soulful, retro, effortlessly cool.
🔗 https://www.instagram.com/thehouseofmachines_cpt/

5. Clay Café in the City – Night Sessions

Get your hands messy painting pottery over wine and small plates.

Why We Recommend It: Artsy therapy with a side of rosé.
🔗 claycafe.co.za