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New Managment st Lagoon Beach    
South Africa; Cape Town; July 2010: The World Cup 2010 was not the only time South Africans saw movers and shakers ‘do their thing’ in the last couple of months. Lagoon Beach Hotel and Spa has been shaking things up... Read more    
     
Peter Anderson    

South Africa; Cape Town; July 2010: With 22 years cooking experience under his belt Brit Peter Anderson’s larger than life love of food is evident not only in his creations and passionate explanations but the extent of experience gained from his travels around the globe... Read more

   
     
Famous Brands Celebrates    
Johannesburg; Monday, 19 July 2010:  Famous Brands’ intensive World Cup project planning, which started in mid-2009, has paid off handsomely... Read more   Famous brands
     
First upmarket hotel for Woodstock, Cape Town    
Residents of Cape Town’s bustling creative hub, Woodstock and its surrounds will soon enjoy the convenience and facilities of the area’s first upmarket hotel. The R220-million Upper Eastside Hotel and Conference Centre forms part of ...Read more   woodstock, new hotel 
     
Italian chicken breasts in 15 minutes    

Dip chicken breasts in eggs, then crumb mixture. To make the crumb mixture, combine the bread crumbs and the Parmesan cheese. Microwave in 1 1/2 quart casserole, loosely covered with wax paper, for 5 minutes. Turn over and cover with sauce... Read more

 
     
South Africa shines at Syrah du Mando    

Syrah du Monde®, is an International Competition that recognises the world’s best Syrah/Shiraz wines by awarding them reliable and thus representative medals each year... Read more

 
     
Trust Ndlovu to feed you
   

Zimbambwe-born chef Trust Ndlovu of Montecasino’s Southern Sun Mondevino Restaurant says he and his team stimulated the taste buds of hundreds of foreigners from around the world during the World Cup... Read more

 
     
We dont know this company    
Match Accommodation, the official World Cup accommodation contractor, has distanced itself from any association with embattled WCS Big Five Promotions... Read more   WCS, accommodation
     
McCain tackles trans fatty acids
   
Health care professionals and the media continue to highlight the negative effects that trans fats have on health and wellbeing. With the increase in heart disease and the role played by trans fats, there is an increasing need for consumers to limit their trans fat intake by making wise food choices... Read more   McCain, trans fat fatty acids
     
One name can lead to many artists    
LIKE all artists worth their salt, Stallon Sylvester Chaka is and shall henceforth be known by one name only: Stallon. His Southern Sun business card gives just this name with the job title below: Resident Artist... Read more   southern sun, southern sun hotel, south african artist
     
International Hotel School Boot Camp Bursary Campaign 2010
   
The International Hotel School is in the process of running a schools bursary campaign as an initiative to nurture and grow young talent into the hospitality profession....Read more   international hotel school 
     
Unilever delevopes solutions    

Unilever Foodsolutions has relaunched their Fine Foods range back into the foodservice industry. Backed by manufacturing powerhouse Unilever Foodsolutions, Fine Foods provides chefs with an affordable range of condiments and gravy powder perfected by specialists to ensure quality standards, and provide a perfect value solutions... Read more

  unilever 
     
Chicken off the menu    

Chicken chain Nando’s has pulled a provocative television advert after images of bare-breasted women ruffled feathers. Nando’s tongue-in cheek World Cup campaign played on stereotypes some tourists believe to be true of South Africa, in this case that women walk around half-naked... Read more 

  nandos, nandos chicken, nandos chicken advert 
     
Sunday Times Food Awards to honour the young, the experienced and the stalwart
   
Sunday Times and Foodcorp invite South African chefs to once again explore the flavours of Africa with the 2010 Food Awards at the South African Chefs Association’s Southern Sun Centre for Culinary Excellence in Auckland Park Johannesburg... Read more   southern sun, food awards
     
Absolutely San-sational
   

The Sandton Sun is looking sprightly. And it’s not just because it is teeming with Fifa officials and fans. It’s because, after more than 25 years, its sixth-floor public area has had a long-overdue, knock-’em-dead, R90m revamp that brings it right up to date...Read more

  sandton sun, hotels sandton, sandton sun johannesburg
     
Hotel star ratings    
Understanding some of the star ratings can net you a bargain if you consider the limitations of the system. For example, there's this little hotel in Italy's Val Camonica that I like. The rooms have everything you may need: newer bathrooms, television, heat that works... Read more    hotel star ratings, hotel stars 
     
Different types of cheese      
Cheese is one of the most used ingredients for breakfast around the world. It is a milk based solid food. Cheese can be prepared from cow, sheep, goat and other mammal milk... Read more   different cheese, different types of cheese 
     
Modderation of caffeine    
Women over the age of 65 have a head start when it comes to mental faculties... if they drink 3 cups of coffee per day, that is. Caffeine consumption in moderation is now a proven boost to women's mental health... Read more   caffeine, caffeine modderation 
     
Hospitality industry salaries increase    
Pretoria - Salaries of employees in the hospitality industry across the country are set to increase as from today (01 Jul 2010) through the Department of Labour's annual adjustment of the sector's minimum wages... Read more   salary increase, salary raise, hospitality raise 
     
Vaal Meander Wine Route brings the winelands to Gauteng
   
The Vaal Meander Wine Route is an annual festival where over 200 of South Africa’s best wines from 50 vineyards and estates are on display. The event runs from Meyerton to Vanderbijlpark between 5 June and 25 July, and gives visitors the opportunity to taste the finest of South Africa’s wine industry...Read more   vaal wine route
 
     
Hotels in France embrace the virtues of going green    

PARIS, Wood-burning stoves, in-room recycling, fine cuisine featuring local produce: from bed-and-breakfasts to five-star palaces, France's hotel industry is opening its eyes to the lucrative advantages of going green... Read more

  france going green 
     
Chinese city next hotspot    
CHENGDU - At Yu Bo's restaurant, tea-and-camphor-smoked duck shares table space with calligraphy brushes made of puff pastry and minced beef, and sea cucumber paired with fried rice and foie gras... Read more   chinese food, chinese restaurant 
     
Durban full for semi final    
Durban hotels and bed and breakfasts were fully-booked on Wednesday ahead of the World Cup semi-final between Germany and Spain at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, the Durban Chamber of Commerce said... Read more   durban hotels 
     
New Hilton Hotel Opens    
Hilton Hotels today announces the opening of Hilton The Hague, the latest addition to the global Hilton portfolio. The new upscale hotel is set within the restored 1950's shell of the former Royal Dutch Telecom headquarters. Hilton The Hague is the fifth Hilton hotel to open in the Netherlands, where the brand has had a presence since 1962... Read more   New Hilton Hotel, The Hague 
     
Blackberry with a touch screen    
Blackberry has always come up with superb technology based mobile phones known for their new and totally different interface with full QWERTY key board. The company was the first one to provide complete mailing solution to an enterprise. But the now times have changed and the company has entered into the touchscreen market as well... Read more   blackberry touch screen
 
     
Star isn't a four-letter word    
Ramsay was one of a host of BBC Lifestyle celebrity chefs in SA for the Good Food & Wine Show held in Cape Town last month. He was also here to check on Maze, his restaurant at the One&Only Hotel. Ramsay fans forked out R300 each to attend one of his demos in the Chefs in Action theatre at the show... Read more
  gordon ramsay, famous chef, star chef 
     
Cape foods bites apple    
No longer a small operation and starting to gather momentum. Cape Food Services, a Food Services Company based in and covering the Garden Route has landed another prestigious catering contract... Read more   cape food services, food services 
     
Cheese baked potatoes    
These are another winter favorite of mine, crisped skins and soft fancied up insides. These baked potatoes are great on their own or as a side dish to one of the stews or roasts that I have made recently. They take a little while because you double bake them, but believe me, they are so worth it... Read more   cheese bake potatoes, potatoes 
     
Asian cuisine growth    

AH-Vest, the AltX-listed condiment maker formerly known as All Joy, was still embroiled in a dispute with the Financial Services Board (FSB) over irregularities in its 2005 financial results, CEO Marci Pather said yesterday. The FSB fined AH-Vest R1,5m last September for deceiving shareholders... Read more 

  asian cuisine, food growth 
     
How to serve cheese    
Serving a variety of cheeses before dinner, after dinner, or as horsdoeuvres, makes an elegant and tasty snack. With very little preparation, a cheese plate or two can liven up and pull together any occasion. To ensure your gathering gains the full benefit of ambience that only cheese can impart, keep the following tips for properly serving cheese in mind... Read more   serving cheese, cheese 
     
Managing well    
Managing people can be one of the most rewarding aspects of being a business owner. It can also be one of the most daunting. There is no single recipe for success, but these guidelines will get you off to a good start... Read more   management, hospitality management 
     
Circulated money    
What is money? Isn’t cash just pieces of paper with value imputed to it by government systems. Let me ask you one thing though– have you ever thought about what makes money valuable? What is it that makes it a worthwhile commodity to have... Read more   money, hospitality money 
     
Tips for bar essentials    

How to Start and Run a Successful Bar. First, you will need to contact your local Alcohol and Tobacco Commission, or the Alcohol Beverage Commission. Find out which licences or permits you will need, along with their availability. Location is everything! There are several factors to consider when looking for a location... Read more

  hospitality bar, bar essentials 
     
Goaline technology    
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – FIFA reversed its stubborn resistance to considering goalline technology on Tuesday after two glaring mistakes blighted the World Cup and caused an international outcry... Read more   goaline 
     
Restaurant essentials    
In this economy the restaurants are closing at an alarming rate. Here are some things to help cut down the cost and bring in the customers... Read more   restaurant essentials 
     
Influx of visitors    
Despite some uncertainty in the economic climate, a report from Tourism Outlook: South Africa shows a marked increase of 34 percent in inbound tourism spending in South Africa during the first quarter of 2010... Read more   influx in tourists 
     
Hotel essentials    
Hotel marketing strategy may cause unnecessary headaches. There are five areas of focus, which are of concern to hotel marketers. If effectively executed, these focus areas will assist in overcoming the unique challenges and opportunities within the hotel. These four areas are case analysis, marketing, financials and control... Read more   hotel essentials
     
Former hotel up for auction    
Port Elizabeth’s historic former Walmer Gardens Hotel, which has been home to Damelin College since the mid-1990s, will be auctioned off next month... Read more    
     
Income in Hospitality Increases
   
TOTAL income for the accommodation industry increased 4,2% year on year in April to R966,8m, according to data from Statistics SA released yesterday. (PICTURE: SUNDAY TIMES)...Read more    
     
Caravan park becomes health hazard    
The Nahoon caravan park may be a holiday spot to some, but for some East London families it is home. The Dispatch visited the park yesterday after Nahoon residents raised concerns during a Civic meeting last Thursday about people renting sites for lengthy periods... Read more    
     
Culinary genius    
It was a Sunday morning like any other, except I was on my way to breakfast with Gordon Ramsay. Universally reported to be argumentative and confrontational, Ramsay is as known for his short temper and four-letter outbursts as for his culinary genius. So I was more than a little nervous about sitting down to the most important meal of the day with the man... Read more    
     
     
The hand blender - pinnacle of convenience in your kitchen
   

The hand blender or immersion blender is small, compact and versatile enough to successfully accomplish a slew of cooking tasks.
The hand or stick blender, used to be the red headed step child to standard full size jug blenders, however in recent years technological advances have made these convenient tools a real asset to any kitchen... Read more

   
     
Coffee Machines    
When you are craving a delicious, smooth, rich cup of "Joe", you may want to research and take note of all of the different types of coffee machines on the market. Coffee machines can be found in homes, dorms, offices... Read more    
     
Setting up a bar and the importance of bar equipment
   

Whether you are embarking on opening your first bar or hotel or are expanding your current chain then it is crucial you realise the importance of good catering and bar equipment can't be stressed strongly enough... Read more

   
     
Durban shows increase    

Bookings in the Durban accommodation industry have shown a slight increase, the Durban Chamber of Commerce said on Wednesday. This was after the Durban Chamber of Commerce launched a campaign to boost booking following an outcry from hoteliers struggling to get bookings for June... Read more

     
       
Low end pulls fans      
Despite a huge surge in the number of four and five star hotels in SA over the past few years, it is the other end of the market that has been most popular with soccer fans visiting the country... Read more      
       

Billy G

   
Food-lovers who enjoy great variety and quality in abundance will find everything they’re looking for at Billy G, the new buffet restaurant overlooking the casino floor opposite the food court... Read more      
     

Risks in catering 

   
Come to think of it, starting a catering business does not seem to be too complex. Perhaps that is the reason why several people are investing their time and effort in such enterprises. And they are making good money too. But, as in any other business, there are risks involved... Read more    
     
SABMiller's Aspirations     

SABMiller is learning that a political revolution can cause a branding revolution too. Since the country’s transition to democracy, SABMiller has found that South Africans have shifted from, as Bruce Reinders, SABMiller’s premium portfolio manager, describes it, “the spirit of ‘ubuntu’ (sharing, communal living)” to the “me generation.” Regardless of the average beer drinker’s economic background, consumers are turning to premium brands... Read more

   
     

A taste of South Africa 

   
Travel&Food readers and writers offer their ideas on the best places for visitors to eat in the World...Johannesburg. Traditional At the Market Theatre complex in Newtown, Gramadoelas is an institution in the city, with a long history of authentic South African food. Their Malay dishes are excellent, as are other South African specialities, including bredies (stews)... Read more    
     
PE restaurants take a bite out of World Cup    
The 2010 World Cup is in full swing in the Friendly City and restaurant owners are satisfied with the increase in business just under a week into the tournament... Read more   restaurant owners, PE restaurants
     

Revamp of Giles restaurant after owner's murder

   

Giles was the last of a few restaurants Ian Gillies had owned. The reason it was the last is that five years ago, while locking up late on a Monday night, Ian was viciously attacked and killed. A young kitchen helper who had previously been fired, but given a second chance, decided a cellphone and the night’s takings were worth more than Ian’s life... Read more

  murder, Giles restaurant 
     
African table is laid    
Universal Industries’ R224m takeover of catering equipment distributor BCE Foodservice Equipment is a step in a new direction... Read more
  africa, universal industires, foodservice equipment
     
Franchising in South Africa    
Although modern-day franchising originated in the USA, the concept is well established in South Africa. The history of its local pioneers can be traced back to the mid-1960s when George Halamandaris established Steers and a number of other brands. During the 1970s, other sectors entered the franchise arena and today, franchising is used as the preferred vehicle for expansion... Read more   south africa franchise, facts and figures 
     
Famous Brands honours top performing suppliers    
     
The Awards are held to pay tribute to the Group’s top performing suppliers across a range of categories, namely:  Specialist, Integrated, Distribution, Packaging, Dry Goods, Perishables and Development... Read more
  famous brands, top suppliers 
     
Ciro forms strategic alliance with Chilla Beverages    
     
Ciro Beverage Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of AVI Limited, recently announced that they have entered into a strategic partnership with the Chilla Beverage Co. to incorporate the Chilla offering of fully imported gourmet frappes, fruit smoothies, hot chocolate and Chai spiced lattes into Ciro’s extensive beverage range... Read more   ciro beverage solutions, chilla beverage 
     
Tips on starting a catering business    
     
A catering business is a service-oriented business. Caterers will provide food, sometimes supplies and service for social events like weddings, anniversary parties and just about any other gathering... Read more   catering tips, catering business 
     
New Technology helps Hospitality Industry battle the growing payment fraud problem    
     
The restaurant industry is plagued with the highest incidence of credit card skimming, the unscrupulous practice of swiping a customer's card through a device, similar in size to a beeper, to record the magnetic strip data for the creation of fraudulent credit cards... Read more   hospitality fraud, hospitality technology 
     
Types of Crockery    
     
For many, crockery is simply a pile of plates and bowls that sit in the cupboard only being used at meal times and in some cases venturing out on special occasions. However, the world of crockery is vast; there are many different types, each with their own properties and extremely individual aesthetics... Read more   types of crockery, special occasions 
     
Stocking a kitchen    
     
Stocking a kitchen with great gadgets and utensils can be really fun, although daunting. There are a few ways to begin collecting the equipment, utensils and appliances you need. One is to look through a list like this one, check off what you need... Read more   kitchen, kitchen utensils, kitchen equipment 
     
Paris bans 'anti-Islamisation' pork-and-wine street party    
Paris police had banned a controversial "pork sausage and wine" street party planned by extremist groups to combat what they saw as the "Islamisation" of a city neighbourhood... Read more   frech party, paris police 
     
Queensgate seeks funds after investors withdraw
   
A drop in international tourist numbers coupled with the withdrawal of financial institutions from the hotel development market took their toll on Queensgate Hotel & Leisure's bottom line for the six months ended February... Read more   queensgate, business strategies 
     
Top 5 hotelier strategies for 2010 FIFA World Cup    
The implementation of these recommended strategies combined with careful and detailed observation of the levels of demand will allow South African hoteliers to achieve the correct balance between price and demand and be best prepared for the upcoming 2010 FIFA World Cup...read more
  hotelier stratsgies, south africa world cup, fifa 2010 
     
Customer Loyalty Programs    
The hospitality and gaming industries can develop stronger frequent guest programs by paying attention to customer psychology and desires. A new report from the Cornell Center for Hospitality Research (CHR) highlights ten principles that will make it more likely that loyalty programs actually develop loyal customers...Read more   customer loyality, hospitality industries 
     
Green Meetings and Conferences    
Does your hotel offer meeting and/or conference space? Have you noticed a trend in the RFP’s you receive from groups, asking about your “green” or “sustainable” initiatives? All signs are pointing in the direction of a widespread increase in this trend...Read more    green hotel, hotel meeting space, corporate event planning
     
EGG DAY!!!
   
Join the Culinary Equipment Company to learn how to cook the perfect egg. June 16th 2010... Read More   Egg Day, perfect egg
     
Universal buys BCE to expand exports to Africa    
JSE-listed Universal Industries yesterday announced its acquisition of catering equipment supplier BCE for R224,5m.
The purchase is intended to allow Universal to focus on exports and give the company exposure to African markets...Read more
  JSE, BCE, exports to Africa 
     
Grindrod Bank claims hotels are a risky bet now    
There was significant over-capacity in hotels and those looking into investing in the hospitality industry should wait 18 months to two years until the sector had balanced out, Grindrod Bank chief investment officer Ian Anderson said on Friday...Read more
  grindrod bank, south african accomodation, hospitality industry 
     
Hotel Probing Theft From Greek Players    
Southern Sun Hotels is investigating "an allegation" that cash was stolen from the hotel rooms of Greece's national soccer squad in Durban, a company spokeswoman said on Thursday...Read More   greek soccer team, 2010 soccer world cup 
     
Health Experts criticise World Cup fast food sponsorships    
It stars some of the fittest athletes on the planet but health experts say the World Cup's positive lifestyle message is undermined by the choice of junk food giants to sponsor the tournament...Read more   fast food, soccer 2010 , eating healthy 
     
Official hospitality programme launched for South Africa    

"It is great to see that the hospitality programme is now really coming to fruition. For FIFA, it is very important to give the host market priority in various areas and therefore we are very pleased that South Africa has been given prime access to the hospitality packages," said FIFA Secretary General Jérôme Valcke...
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  south africa hospitality, hospitality programme, hospitality johanessburg
     
'Green is for Go' - Greening your hotel meetings and conferences
   
Even with the current recession, business meetings in the United States alone constitute an amazing $175 billion industry, and Americans make more than 400 million long-distance business trips each year.  Don’t let your hotel miss an opportunity to garner its share of group business.... Read more   go for green, go green, green hotels
     
Cash boost for Curries Fountain Project    
The preservation of an important centre of South African history, Curries Fountain - home of political rallies and sports activities - has received a multimillion-rand injection from the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund... Read More   curries fountain, cash boost, south african history 
     
McNificient    
Ishmael Moloko, owner of six McDonald's outlets, believes that treating staff with care and consideration pays big dividends... Read More    McDonalds outlets, successful business 
     
City Lodge opens 50th hotel    
Listed hotels group City Lodge, currently engaged in its biggest ever expansion drive, has opened its 49th and 50th hotels in Pretoria and Bloemfontein respectively... Read More   city lodge, pretoria hotel, bloemfontien hotel 
     
Chakalaka recalled by Food Group    
The mild and hot versions of Rhodes Chakalaka have been recalled, the Rhodes Food Group said on Thursday... Read more   chakalaka, rhodes, rhodes food group, food 
     
Unparalleled presence and engaging service    
Welcome to the beautiful coastal paradise of Zimbali located on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast of South Africa’s eastern seaboard... Read More   zimbali, KZN, eastern seaboard, coastal 
     
Food parties for the world cup    
On and off the field there's a war brewing people, in this case...a war of the cuisines... Read More   food, cuisine, FIFA world cup 2010 
     
Hotel could lose out on hosting German team    
The High Court in Pretoria has ordered the owners of a hotel booked by the German World Cup squad to submit daily weather reports to the Tshwane municipality because some of its facilities are below the flood plain... Read More    germany, german soccer team, tshwane
     
PE a key hospitality property hub    
Port Elizabeth is a key regional hub for hospitality property with the potential to greatly benefit from significant future economic growth... Read More   Port Elizabeth, hospitality, hotel 
     
Famous Brands launches ground-breaking bee owner-driver program    
Johannesburg, Monday, 7 June 2010: In a first for the foodservice industry, Famous Brands (JSE code: FBR) has launched a Black Economic Empowerment owner-driver initiative aimed at developing entrepreneurs...  Read More    famous brands, BEE, south african entrepreneurs 
     
Fairmont hotels and resorts adds second property in Zimabli, South Africa    
Fairmont Zimbali Resort opens its doors to the world and for fans of the 2010 FIFA World Cup... Read More   Zimabli, Fairmont Hotels, 2010 FIFA world Cup Soccer 
     

Top 20 things to do in South Africa

   
A list of 20 things to do when in SA, detailing wine culture, entertainment, extreme adventure, game reservas and nature, sught seeing, arts and culture and relaxation...Read more   south africa, Fifa world cup 2010, game reserves, south african culture
     
A thank you to all our website advertisers!!    

Shout Factory Media Holdings, a media  solutions company with active media platforms in the hospitality industry would like to extend a big thank you to all our website advertisers...
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Discover a province of possiblities - South Africa's coastal paradise    

Nestled between a vast forest reserve and a shimmering sea, the Zimbali Coastal Resort region is defined by exquisite nature, dotted with urban flair and enhanced by rich Zulu heritage...
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  KZN, coastal paradise, province of possibilities
     
Experiance rich local flavours - South Africa's costal paradise    
While Khoisan food reflects the first culinary traditions of Africa, South Africa’s 11 official languages hint at the abundance of styles and flavours that await any visitor today.... Read more   costal paradise, local flavours, south african food
     
Famous Brands appoints Hedderwick as CEO in milestone Year
   
Kevin Hedderwick, who has served as Chief Operating Officer of Famous Brands for the past nine years, was appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Group with effect from 11 May 2010.  Mr Theofanis Halamandaris, outgoing CEO, will take over as Executive Deputy Chairman.... Read more   Famous Brands, hedderwick, new CEO, CEO 
     

The Beer of the World Cup

 

 

With the Soccer World Cup just around the corner, South Africa will be receiving loads of football fans from all over the world. And what is the preferred drink of football fans internationally? That’s right, beer.
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South Africa - A force to be reckoned with!!

 

 

South Africa’s rugged, diverse and breathtaking vistas including its colourful culture and world class conference venues, hotels, restaurants and exhilarating adventure captivates the attention of its visitors.
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From Landlord to Partner

 

 

‘Out the box thinking’; a much-used phrase that’s become somewhat passé as marketers continually push the boundaries of what’s been done before  
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Rooms at the inn in Durbs going for a snip

 

 

DURBAN hoteliers have embarked on a big marketing campaign to win back their regular upcountry holiday-makers after 60% of the province’s rooms provisionally booked for the World Cup were released back onto the market last week by Fifa. 
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Select Southern Sun Hotels and Tsogo Sun Gaming Locations to Serve Starbucks Coffee through Foodservice Agreement

 

 

Starbucks Coffee International, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX), has entered into a license partnership agreement with Emperica Marketing (Pty), Ltd. to distribute Starbucks Coffee in South Africa through its We Proudly Brew Starbucks® coffee program in the hotel, restaurant catering, hospitality and leisure channels.
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Bafana Rivals robbed at hotel

 

 

The Colombian national soccer team has been robbed in a five star World Cup hotel — the day after their arrival in South Africa.
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Growth, responsible for hotel capacity

 

 

Pam Golding Tourism & Hospitality Consulting on Thursday pointed to a common misconception that an increase in hotel capacity has been motivated by the FIFA 2010 event.
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New Look in Old Ways

 

 

The brain behind retail chain Woolworths’ Farming for the Future initiative, Kobus Pienaar, is looking to the past for inspiration to solve today’s food needs.
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Cresta Marakanelo eyes mid June listing on BSE

 

 

Cresta Marakanelo, Botswana's largest hotel operator, said on Thursday that it was on track for a June 17 listing on the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE).
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Lomond Pincushion an International Favourite

 

 

Lomond’s 2009 Pincushion Sauvignon Blanc was one of South Africa’s top ten performers at London’s recent International Wine Challenge (IWC), winning a gold medal, following on its five- star rating in the 2010 Platter’s South African Wine Guide.
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Rainbow Chicken increase in earnings

 

 

Poultry group Rainbow Chicken lifted diluted headline earnings per share from 109.6 cents to 119.7 cents for the year ended March.
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Marriott International Confirmed as Title Sponsor of Second Annual Cornell Icon of the Industry Awards Dinner  

 

 

Officials of Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration today announced that Marriott International will be the title sponsor of the second annual Cornell Icon of the Industry Awards Dinner...
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Scotland From Home - Life is too short for half measures 

 

 

In April 2010, The Jupiter Drawing Room (Cape Town), winners of the Tony Koenderman’s 2010 Cape Agency of the Year, launched a campaign called “Scotland From Home” for their Brandhouse client. “Scotland From Home” is aimed at educating consumers about good quality whisky and about the heritage of Brandhouse whiskies.
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Hotels under ‘immense pressure’ in first quarter

 

 

SA’s accommodation industry, particularly hotels, remained under immense pressure in the first quarter of the year as softer occupancy levels dragged down overall revenue. 
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Lagoon Beach Hotel and Spa - the ultimate setting

 

 

South Africa; Cape Town; May 2010: Lagoon Beach Hotel and Spa situated on the shores of Lagoon Beach captures the quintessence of Four – Star Luxury.

 

 

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New McCain sweet potato range couldn’t get any sweeter

 

 

The sweet potato is now available in a new frozen chip and chunk form from McCain Foods (SA) – in an appetizing orange colour not readily found as a fresh vegetable in South Africa...

 

 

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Luxury liners won't be docking in PE

 

 

Port Elizabeth has missed out on the opportunity of hosting two luxury liners that were to have docked in its harbour during the 2010 Fifa World Cup.

 

 

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