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What's On: Thu Sep 10 – Wed Sep 16

Pictured: Intertwined by Nardstar* a new mural at Jewel City in downtown Joburg. Photo by Ithemba

Amazing hikes, new hotels, dinner ideas & art galore

The sun is out and spring is in full swing, so what better time to make the most of the weather and get outdoors this weekend. Sit on the terrace at a local cafe, take on a countryside hike or simply explore one of Joburg's many beautiful parks.

Whether you are heading out or staying home this weekend, we have something for you including: our round-up of this month's must-see art events, fresh ideas on where to eat out when it's load shedding, open Sundays at the Melville Koppies, 40 delicious recipes from top local chefs, a look at new hotels coming to Joburg and old favourites reopening their doors plus our guide to ten of South Africa's most incredible hiking trails.

Read on for this week's essential guide to enjoying Joburg in lockdown!

Art & antiques
Spring Wunderkammer Online Auction

Russell Kaplan's Spring Wunderkammer auction is happening online from Sep 11-14 with over 2000 items on sale. This is a not to be missed opportunity for art lovers to bid for the most amazing collection of treasures ranging from furniture to jewellery, fine art and more!

#DiscoverJoburg
Open Sundays at Melville Koppies

Organised by the Friends of the Melville Koppies, the beautiful central section of this ancient nature reserve in the heart of Joburg is now open as part of a special Open Sundays series. Find out more about this unique opportunity to explore the Melville Koppies here.

Dinner ideas
40 tasty recipes from top local chefs

Just because we're not in Lockdown Level 5 anymore doesn't mean there aren't still joys to be found in getting busy in the kitchen! From comforting soups to decadent desserts, here's our lockdown list of 40 delicious recipes shared with us by top local chefs (photo: Creme brulee by Liam Tomlin.)

#MeetSouthAfrica
10 incredible South African hiking trails

It's no secret that during lockdown South Africans of all ages have developed a new passion for hiking. After months of exploring new trails around Gauteng we're ready to travel further to take on some bigger treks. From the sea to the mountains, here are ten incredible trails we have our eyes on.

Art
September art event highlights

Virtual art fairs, online art auctions, new public art installations, art talks, exhibitions and the opening of some incredible art museums and foundations, art lovers have lots to enjoy in Joburg this month, both online and in the physical space.

Check out our guide to September's best art events here. Artwork: by Linda Rademan from Joburg Fringe.

Restaurants
Eating out during loadshedding

Loadshedding is back but fortunately many Joburg restaurants are now equipped to operate when the lights go off. Here are some ideas for where to eat out during loadshedding.

New on the block
Joburg hotel news round-up

Joburg's hotels are gradually reopening and there are also some long-awaited new hotels on the way too. Take a look at what's new and where to stay in this month's hotel news round-up.

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