Kaytranada to headline first ‘Milk and Cookies Festival’ in Johannesburg
Grammy Award winning artist Kaytranada, real name Louis Kevin Celestin, is set to headline the first-ever “Milk and Cookies Festival South Africa” in Joburg on Saturday, January 11.
This comes after the Canadian music producer and rapper set the stage alight at the Cape Town leg of the event on Sunday, January 5.
Also known as Kayta, he will be joined in Jozi by a star-studded line-up of local artists such as Kitty Cash, Mörda, Desiree, Muzi, Shamiso, 2Shoes, Mamthug and Yolophonik.
The “Milk and Cookies Festival” is part of the inaugural Milk and Cookies Music Week South Africa, which kicked off in the Mother City on New Year’s Eve.
The gathering also included yacht parties, cultural experiences and exclusive fashion pop-ups led by top local designers.
The 11-day cultural celebration also featured concerts, immersive experiences, artist and development programs.
Meanwhile, Kaytranada has earned legions of fans across the globe for his unique fusion of house, funk and soul. He is acclaimed for hits like “Intimidated”, featuring H.E.R, as well as “10%” and “What You Need.”
Kaytranada broke into the music scene back in 2010 after releasing a series of mixtapes, remixes and original music projects under the alias Kaytradamus.
By 2013, and under the moniker Kaytranada, he began gaining wider recognition and, the following year, signed a deal with XL Recordings, with whom he would release his critically acclaimed debut studio album 99.9% in 2016.
Three years later, he dropped “Bubba”, for which he won two Grammy Awards including Best Dance/Electronic Album.
Where: Old Park Station in Newtown.
When: Saturday, January 11.
Cost: Tickets start from R550 and are available from Howler.
Circus Galassia
This weekend is the last chance to attend this magical gathering, allowing attendees to relive the golden age of authentic circus acts.
It will feature a captivating series of a two-hour matinee as well as evening shows which will be staged in a traditional tented circus setting.
This is an ideal outing for families, date nights and friend outings.
Meanwhile, the organisers added that the unique charm of this brand-new circus showcase is their intentional focus on human-only entertainment dedicated to showcasing the incredible talents of human artistry.
This is as it will feature world-class talent such as acrobats, jugglers, clowns and daredevils who will all be serving up breathtaking and death-defying stunts under the masterful eye of the ringmaster.
“Think turn-of-the-century costumes, visually splendid staging, and super thrilling acts that will keep you on the edge of your seat,” they said.
There will also be daring aerial acts and jaw-dropping stunts to look forward to.
Drinks and beverages will also be on sale.
Where: Sandown High School.
When: Runs until Sunday, January 12.
Cost: Tickets start from R180 and are available through circusgalassia.co.za/tickets.
Fordsburg (Foodsburg) Food & History Tour
Take your tastebuds on an adventure while learning more about the unique spots and the history of Fordsburg, one of Joburg’s most vibrant suburbs. It’s also a hub of culture, street foods and traditional cuisines.
The tour will include a fun walk to learn about the history of the area, followed by shop and restaurant hopping in the renowned Mint Road.
Attendees will get an opportunity to try Turkish, Pakistani, Greek, Syrian and South Indian cuisines. There will be stops at several eateries, including House of Schwarma and House of Baklava.
There is also the acclaimed Dosa hut, not only for their delicious cuisines but also for South Indian food.
Meanwhile, you can also visit Shalimar delights for all your sweetmeat requirements, as well as Little Istanbul for some of the best kebabs in Joburg.
Attendees will also be able to explore the market for street food such as samoosas, spring rolls, pies and roti, among several others. There will also be many beverages to enjoy and attendees are advised to bring shopping bags as there will be plenty to buy.
Where: Fordsburg.
When: Sunday, January 12.
Cost: Tickets cost R250 and are available through www.allevents.com.
Vinyl and Vintage Market
Explore a treasure trove of vinyl records, retro fashion and hidden gems at the Vinyl and Vintage Market in the Jozi inner-city on Saturday, January 11.
The gathering will also feature an entertaining two-hour painting session with all materials provided as well as a complimentary cocktail. There will also be a historical bicycle tour as well as the beautiful gardens to enjoy.
Where: Victoria Yards in Lorentzville.
When: Saturday, January 11, from 1pm to 3pm.
Cost: Tickets cost R350 and are available through Quicket.