Comedy legend Marc Lottering isn’t any stranger to the highlight, bringing laughter to households throughout Cape City. Together with his signature funky Afro and infectious giggle, the Woodstock native is understood for his hit solo reveals, together with After the Beep, Marc Eugene Lottering, and My Fellow South Africans. His broadly widespread Aunty Merle productions have drawn in additional than 800,000 theatregoers.
His deep love for Cape City is obvious in his comedy, as he brings the town’s quirks, characters, and on a regular basis moments to life with unmistakable Cape Malay flavour.
That is sometimes how he would spend a day in Cape City:
Stellski Café
You’ll usually discover Marc at Stellski Café, often together with his beloved canine, Hamilton, by his aspect. The cosy café is dog-friendly (with treats accessible for furry associates) and supplies the perfect spot for him to ease into the morning.
Stellski’s unique espresso blends are brewed from high-quality African beans and go completely with choices from the all-day breakfast menu. Marc’s go-to order is a croissant with cheese, paired with a cortado.
“There’s a delicate vitality right here, and the employees are at all times so pleasant. It helps that it’s near dwelling,” he stated.
Location: 34 Salisbury St, WoodstockPrice: From R38Website: www.instagram.com/stellskicafe/
The Cape Heritage Museum
When he’s not offering comedian aid, Marc enjoys visiting a museum to study our tradition and heritage.
One in all his favorite locations to go to is the Cape Heritage Museum on the Citadel of Good Hope, the place an unfiltered story of South Africa’s previous comes alive. The museum highlights the various communities which have referred to as the Cape their dwelling, together with the Khoi, the San, the Malays, and others. The museum’s founder, Igshaan Higgins, who can be one in every of Marc’s shut associates, rigorously curated every merchandise on show, every with its personal compelling story to inform.
In your subsequent go to, chances are you’ll even spot a few of Marc’s images among the many displays.
Location: Citadel St, Foreshore, Cape TownPrice: From R50Website: slaveheritagemuseum.org/about/
Vagabond Kitchens
For budget-friendly meals filled with flavour, Marc recommends Vagabond Kitchens on Kloof Road. The cafe is famend for its breakfast, wraps, and burgers, and Marc sometimes chooses a juicy beef burger loaded with all of the trimmings, washed down with one in every of their signature smoothies.
“All the things’s reasonably priced, the parts are beneficiant, and it’s proper within the coronary heart of the town buzz,” he says.
Location: Store G16B, Way of life on Kloof, 50 Kloof St, GardensPrice: From R35Website: www.vagabondkitchens.co.za/
Wembley Roadhouse
Wembley Roadhouse is one other must-visit, well-known for Cape City’s widespread fast-food favourites.
“It’s an establishment. They serve all the pieces from curries and samoosas to grills and pizzas… You title it!” Marc says. Dine below the roadside umbrellas or unwind within the sheltered backyard whereas the employees takes care of all the pieces. With ample parking, it’s even simpler to get pleasure from a meal within the consolation of your automobile.
“I’ve been coming right here for years. The meals is lekker!” he provides.
Location: Belgravia Rd, BelgraviaPrice: From R10Website: www.wembley.co.za/roadhouse/
