The coffee machine here is manned by Joseph Matheatau, South Africa's first blind barista. The cafe is owned by Kaleidoscope, previously known as the Institute for the Blind, and also features furniture and paintings created by visually impaired artists. On the menu you'll find tasty bistro-style lunches including excellent burgers and a build-your-own salad option.
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Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden
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1. Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden
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Ceres was once a famous centre for making horse-drawn vehicles. Consequently, the museum has an interesting collection of original wagons and carriages…
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