Journey through our City with Emma Vandermerwe

Director and Head Curator of Everard Read, Emma Vandermerwe, shares the secret spots of Cape Town that reset, unwind and inspire but most importantly, what not to miss at Investec Cape Town Art Fair 2025.

Where is your favourite spot to unwind with friends?

 

Between Us is perfect for light meals and catching up. Jessie and Jamie have the perfect balance of low-key sophistication, care, and effortless style ...not to mention the wonderful curation of artworks on the walls.

 

 

What is your favourite Cape Town Bar?

 

The Gin Bar (behind Honest Chocolate). Keenan often mixes something special for us.

 

 

Which artist is inspiring you at the moment?

 

Brett Charles Seiler continues to amaze and move me. His next Everard Read solo is February 2025 during the Art Fair, and we cannot wait.

 

What's the highlight of your fair weekend?

 

If you can get a ticket, I think nothing beats the energy of the fair’s VIP opening night.

 

 

 

What does your morning routine look like?

 

My days begin with good coffee around 5am. Quite a few mornings each week I practice hot yoga at Yoga Life (excellent classes by Olivia, Juli and Alex). And then I start studio visits.