V & A Waterfront’s Market on the Wharf

January 16, 2013

V & A Waterfront’s Market on the Wharf

For many years now, one of the few shortcomings of the Cape Town food scene has been the absence of a good, reliable and consistent source of fresh produce, especially where meat and fish are concerned. With such an abundance of fresh natural produce on our doorstep, it seems counter intuitive that for some in Cape Town (especially in the CBD), the reality of “fresh produce” consists of a trip to your local Pick and Pay or Woolies.

As a child growing up in a small Northern Cape community, I was blessed to experience the (dying) art of preparing your own sausages, mince and chops from whole carcasses sold from numerous local butcheries. Apart from solving your carnivorous cravings for the next couple of months, it is also much, much cheaper.

So, what is a meat lover like me to do in a beautiful, yet butchery-barren town? Yes, of course we have magnificent local markets that to an extent, solves my predicament, but more often than not, these markets are over-crowded and only operational one day of the weekend.

Well finally, my fare-dominated dreams have been answered. Situated under the looming shadow of Table Mountain and stunning surroundings of one of the few operational waterfronts in the world, is the V&A Waterfont Market on the Wharf.

In what promises to be the largest fresh produce and prepared food market in South Africa, Market on the Wharf enables Cape Town to be on par with international cities in its offering of an authentic organic and fresh food destination.

Its vendor mix include a butchery, fishmongers, bakers, confectioners, dairy products, fruit & vegetables, olives, herbs & spices, delicatessen products, nuts, tea & coffee, condiments and other specialty stores, such as wine merchants, fresh fruit juices, flowers etc. All vendors will have to meet specific standards for every produce item and guarantee the freshness of their products.

I can truly recommend that you pay a visit to this amazing addition to the Mother City’s culinary scene…they even have outdoor seating for some alfresco dining. Perfect for a lazy breakfast or lunch with the family.

The V&A Market on the Wharf will be open for trading from Wednesday to Sunday, from 9am - 7.30pm. The Market will be in operation 22 days a month, including public holidays.