You can’t visit a city without paying respect to its soul. For me, the soul of Jozi is reflected in its wondrous mix of food, culture and creativity – and the people who generate and consume it. This particular visit to the city left me little time for indulgence, but a quick visit to 44 Stanley on Sunday morning ensured I was able to appreciate at least some of the city’s character. 

Here, industrial buildings have been transformed into a stimulating social hub of restaurants, speciality shops and design studios. I was able to pick up some beautiful books at the charming and...