We love a good market especially when it involves a mix of local arts and crafters, boutique designers and some of the best food stalls in town. That’s why we decided to round up a list of our eight favourite markets to visit in Joburg: The Linden Market The Linden Market, found at the Botanical Gardens on 45 Thomas Bowler Street in Emmarentia, is all about showcasing beautifully crafted products to support the local community. From vintage to artisinal and exclusive, the market aims at creating a unique platform for local designers, food vendors and shop owners. Choosing only the finest quality brands, the selection process is quite lengthy, which is why the market is only open every few months. The next market takes place on Saturday 2 September from 9am until 5pm. www.thelindenmarket.com Hazel Food Market Although not really in Joburg, the Hazel Food Market is Pretoria’s very own Neighbourgoods market.…
The sixth annual Parklife Food and Music Festival, held at Marks Park in Emmarentia, is back with a bang this year and promises to be the best one yet. The live entertainment this year will include international acts like Matt Simons from USA, De Hofnar from Netherlands, Gavin James of Ireland and Melvv from USA, as well as a stellar local line-up of artists that will include Jeremy Loops, Matthew Mole, GoodLuck, Sketchy Bongo and Euphonik to name a few. The festival will be spread across three different stages that will each feature a variety of genres. But just as the music will be a big highlight, so will the food. The Food Village will once again feature the most exciting gourmet food stalls from around Joburg. Plus, there will also be dessert stands, craft beer and healthy options for vegetarians. So expect to discover delicious offerings across a wide…