SAY GOODBYE TO BREAKFAST, LITE BRUNCHES ARE IN!

Johannesburg - South Africa’s first premium flavoured beer, Flying Fish CHILL LITE launched the Lite Brunch Collective, an Instagram page dedicated to winning at brunch in 2018. 

The new Instagram page will also tie in with brunch related occasions hosted for its consumers around the country. The first event hosted by radio and TV personality Pabi Moloi took place at The Royale in Craighall Park where guests were treated to an interesting and unique way of enjoying brunch by incorporating various activities such as Karaoke Spinning, Beer Yoga and Salsa Aerobics.

The event which was attended by media, social media bloggers and industry influencers kicked off with a delectable brunch harverst and Flying Fish CHILL LITE infused cocktails.

Guests were then hosted to a Karaoke Spinning class by Hloni Monku, followed by Beer Yoga with Jazmine Sehlako and ended off the morning with Salsa Aerobics by Delicia Arjuna.

According to Huffington Post, social media data collected through analytics from Crimson Hexagon, “boozy brunch” is predominantly a trend in large cities such as New York City and college towns such as State College, home to Pennsylvania State University. The trend in South Africa  has grown in recent times and Flying Fish CHILL LITE saw an opportunity to create a niche platform for brunch lovers.

“The Lite Brunch Collective is not only a social media platform but an event property where we will host brunch occasions for our consumers around the country in the most interesting places comments Marketing Manager, Colleen Duvenage at SAB INBev. Consumers looking to find the litest brunch recipes can go to the page @LiteBrunchCollective to get content on recipe ideas for brunch and suggestions on light cocktails that consumers can use.

The CHILL LITE variant which comes in a Zesty Lemonade flavour, has 30% less calories, 35% less sugar and 35% less carbohydrates making it the perfect choice for consumers looking to enjoy something light.

Flying Fish CHILL LITE is available nationally at reputable outlets in 440ml cans and 330ml non – refundable bottles.

Introducing five new Nokia phones

Pure, secure and up-to-date Android reinforced with smartphone portfolio commitment to Android One program

Reloading the legendary Nokia 8110 in 4G

25 February 2018 – HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today announced four new additions to its award-winning portfolio of Android smartphones – Nokia 8 Sirocco, Nokia 7 Plus, new Nokia 6 and Nokia 1. Delivering all the craftsmanship you expect from a Nokia phone, each new smartphone offers durability and reliability as standard, with the range setting new benchmarks in materials and design.

Furthering its promise to a pure, smart, secure and up-to-date Android experience, HMD Global also announced it is to become the first global partner to have a full suite of devices^[i]selected into the Android One programme by Google. The unwavering commitment to deliver a pure, secure and up-to-date Android experience has ensured Nokia smartphones were a natural fit for the global programme.

In addition to these stunning new Android smartphones, the iconic Nokia 8110 is reloaded, delivering 4G connectivity, apps including Google Assistant, Google Maps, Google Search, Facebook and Twitter, and the return of the slider phone.

Pure, secure and up-to-date reinforced with Android One commitment

Three new Nokia smartphones – the Nokia 8 Sirocco, Nokia 7 Plus and the new Nokia 6 – join the Android One family, offering a high quality software experience designed by Google. Each phone will stay fresh over time with the latest AI powered innovations to the highest grade of security from Google. With a pure Android installation, Nokia smartphones come with no unnecessary UI changes or hidden processes that would eat up battery life or slow them down so you can enjoy your new phone for longer. Each of the new phones comes with a limited number of pre-installed apps so that you’ll get more storage space, as well as the latest innovations that help you stay ahead of the game every day.

                                                                         

By shipping with Android Oreo™ out of the box, you’ll be able to enjoy the latest features, including Picture-in-Picture for multitasking, Android Instant Apps to discover and run apps with minimal friction, 60 fantastic new emojis and battery-maximising features like limiting background app use.

Introducing four new Nokia Android smartphones and expansion of the portfolio:

Nokia 8 Sirocco: an ultra-compact powerhouse for the fans

Inspired by the rich design heritage of Nokia phones, the Nokia 8 Sirocco’s elegant design and compact style is the ideal blend of precise craftsmanship and purposeful innovation. Delivering powerful storytelling features including enhanced Dual-Sight, ZEISS optics and carefully tuned acoustics with Nokia spatial audio, the Nokia 8 Sirocco is an ultra-compact powerhouse, and our most beautiful smartphone to date.

Its curved glass finish envelops a precision-crafted stainless-steel frame to deliver a fusion of strength and beauty. Just 2mm thin at the edge, the Nokia 8 Sirocco combines a curved edge-to-edge pOLED 2K 5.5-inch display with smaller bezels and moulded body curves to create an ultra-compact profile.

Its stainless steel frame is 2.5 times stronger than 6000 series aluminium, and its 3D Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 is robust enough to endure life’s everyday knocks. Luxuriously weighted and perfectly balanced, it feels more secure in your hand thanks to the improved grip given by the dual diamond-polished stainless steel frame.

Now capture every detail thanks to the Nokia 8 Sirocco’s dual rear sensors with ZEISS optics that combine an ultra-sensitive, wide angle primary camera for impressive low-light performance and a secondary 13MP sensor with 2x optical zoom. And with Pro Camera mode you get full manual control over every picture you take, helping you capture photos like a pro.

Available from early April, the Nokia 8 Sirocco will retail for a global average retail price of €749, excluding taxes and subsidies.

Nokia 7 Plus: the flagship hero for everyone

Made for creators to deliver stunning content, the Nokia 7 Plus has the screen, power, design and features to make it a true hero in our smartphone range. Combining innovative optical hardware and imaging algorithms, the Nokia 7 Plus captures moments into photos that are true to life. With enhanced Dual-Sight, dual rear sensors with ZEISS optics combine an ultra-sensitive 12MP wide-angle primary camera for excellent performance in both low-light and extra bright conditions and a secondary 13MP camera that delivers 2x optical zoom for the moments when you wish you were closer.

To enable you to capture and enjoy more content for longer, the Nokia 7 Plus is backed by the powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 660 Mobile Platform. It’s been optimised and integrated for maximum performance and battery life, even when you are broadcasting your #Bothie videos live on Facebook or YouTube. Optimised to extract every bit of juice from the already powerful 3800 mAh battery, the Nokia 7 Plus delivers an amazing 2-day battery life.

Its gently curved back and slim edges give you a big-screen experience in a comfortable, neat package. The vivid 6-inch 18:9 Full HD+ display makes the Nokia 7 Plus perfect for browsing, social media consumption, gaming and entertainment with more content in the same width as a traditional 5.5-inch display device.

Available in a choice of two colour blends, Black/Copper and White/Copper, the Nokia 7 Plus will go on sale from early April and will retail for a global average retail price of €399, excluding taxes and subsidies.

The New Nokia 6: our award-winning phone just got even better

Building on the success of its predecessor, the New Nokia 6 packs even more powerful performance and great new features in a more compact, durable body. Over 60% faster than its award-winning predecessor, it now offers enhanced Dual-Sight, ZEISS optics, USB-C fast-charging, a more compact screen-to-body ratio, Nokia spatial audio and pure, secure and up-to-date Android Oreo™.

The New Nokia 6 takes the original’s precision craftsmanship to the next level by combining a unibody, made from a solid block of 6000 series aluminium, with an 11-hour two-tone anodising and polishing process. And by uniting a sculpted 2.5D display with damage-resistant Corning® Gorilla® Glass, the New Nokia 6’s compact and refined body is built to last.

Our engineers have integrated the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 630 Mobile Platform to deliver fast and smooth performance alongside great day-long battery life.

Available in three slick colour blends: Black/Copper, White/Iron and Blue/Gold, as well as two configurations of 3GB RAM/32GB ROM, which will be available in early April, or 4GB RAM/64GB ROM coming later, the New Nokia 6^[ii] will go on sale in early April and will retail for a global average retail price of €279 excluding taxes and subsidies.

Nokia 1: a complete Nokia smartphone experience, accessible to everyone

The Nokia 1 is a breakthrough in accessible technology, delivering smartphone essentials with the reassuring quality you expect of a Nokia phone and a refreshingly familiar design to fans around the world. Giving more people access to technology, it comes with Android Oreo™ (Go edition), a version of Android optimized for devices with 1GB RAM or less. The Nokia 1 is designed to be smooth and responsive, with full access to the Google Play™ Store so you can find all your favourite apps from WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram to mobile banking while also highlighting apps that are optimised for Android Oreo™ (Go edition).

Featuring the iconic ‘Nokia smile’ in a fresh new package, you can give your Nokia 1 a makeover thanks to the popular Xpress-on covers, available in a range of vibrant colours. Simply click on and off in seconds to express your personal style with these exchangeable covers. Each cover has been built with the same precision and attention to detail as the phone’s original cover. Inherently coloured, the tough two-tone polycarbonate cover is ready to take on every day knocks and bumps with its durable design.

Available from early April in Warm Red and Dark Blue to fans around the world, the Nokia 1 will retail for a global average retail price of $85, excluding taxes and subsidies. Xpress-on covers, sold separately, are available from $7.99 in Azure, Grey, Yellow and Pink.

For the Originals: Reloading Nokia 8110

Reloading the legendary Nokia 8110, this 4G feature phone comes complete with the iconic curved slider design. Giving you the chance to switch off, have fun and relax with the knowledge that all your smartphone essentials are there when you need them.

With a familiar and easy to use interface, it features intuitive tactile mechanics, with slide to answer and end calls, as well as an addictive helicopter style spin on its axis. Nokia 8110 comes with the craftsmanship you expect from a Nokia phone, delivering durability and reliability as standard. Nokia 8110 delivers crystal-clear VoLTE calling and is perfect for anyone who wants an iconic 4G feature phone or a companion phone. With access to an app store, for favourites like Google Assistant, Google Search, Google Maps, Facebook and Twitter, send and receive emails or import your contacts and sync your calendar with Outlook and Gmail. To keep it running flawlessly, the Nokia 8110 features the Qualcomm® 205 Mobile Platform. And yes, it comes with a revamped version of Snake.

With two vibrant colours to choose from, Traditional Black and Banana Yellow, the Nokia 8110 will be available from May and will retail for a global average retail price of €79, excluding taxes and subsidies.

Florian Seiche, CEO of HMD Global, said:

“This time last year, we started our journey with huge expectations from fans and a massive responsibility to deliver on the legacy of one of the most innovative brands in our space. Since then we have reintroduced well-loved icons, forged partnerships with friends old and new and delivered our pure, secure and up-to-date Android experience across our smartphone portfolio. Last year we shipped over 70 million Nokia phones.

“As we’ve expanded our portfolio we’ve always maintained one vision: to deliver great Nokia phones that live up to the values that our fans expect. It has been an exhilarating time and as we look ahead, we plan to build on our success by expanding our portfolio and giving consumers a wide range of Nokia phones they can love, trust and rely on.”

Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer of HMD Global, said:

“Today, we are delighted to announce the expansion of our range with the introduction of five new devices, setting new benchmarks in smartphone design with Nokia 8 Sirocco and delivering our most accessible smartphone to date in Nokia 1.

“Through these new devices, you’ll see our innovative approach to engineering and our strong legacy in imaging coming to the forefront in collaboration with ZEISS. And you will recognise our best in class materials led design and the distinctive finish throughout the portfolio which delivers all the reliability and durability expected of a Nokia phone.

“We pride ourselves on making smartphones that address real-world needs. Our commitment to pure, secure and up-to-date Android is core to our strategy and is loved by consumers. Today, we take that commitment to a deeper level by becoming the lead partner for the Android One programme globally, delivering an experience that is endorsed by Google.”

Pekka Rantala, Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer of HMD Global, said:

“A smartphone is an everyday partner and something people need to know they can rely on. Last year we promised that we would deliver on all the hallmarks of a true Nokia phone experience and that we would live up to the trust people have in the Nokia brand. This year, we are delighted to join the Android One programme that reinforces our commitment to pure, secure and up-to-date Android and makes us a natural choice. Today, with our expanded portfolio, we feel every consumer can pick a Nokia phone they can truly rely on.”

Jamie Rosenberg, VP, Business & Operations, Android & Google Play:

“Android One is our flagship partner programme, and this comprehensive line-up of new Nokia smartphones represents our biggest partnership to date. Now, users around the world can find the perfect device to fit their needs and know they're getting a high-quality hardware and software experience that’s smart, secure, and simply amazing.”

Availability:

Nokia 8 Sirocco will be available from early April for a global average retail price of €749.

Nokia 7 Plus will be available from early April for a global average retail price of €399.

New Nokia 6 will be available from May for a global average retail price of €279.

Nokia 1 will be available from early April for a global average retail price of $85. Xpress-on covers, sold separately, are available from $7.99 in Azure, Grey, Yellow and Pink.

Nokia 8110 will be available from May for a global average retail price of €79.

All prices exclude taxes and subsidies.

Edouard Miasnikov Proudly Presents: Royal Moscow Ballet

Returning to South Africa with a brilliant program: A Tribute to the great Russian Composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

The premiere performance of the Royal Moscow Ballet took place on the 12 August 2002. The company consists of graduates of the best Russian choreography schools. Royal Moscow Ballet has toured successfully around the globe: Italy , Spain, Portugal, Greece, France, Austria, Sweden, the USA, Great Britain, Canada, Germany, Finland, India, Switzerland, China, Israel, Japan, Mexico. Since its foundation the company has given more than 983 performances. Royal Moscow Ballet will be returning to South Africa in March 2018 with a brilliant program: "Tribute to Great Russian Composer Sergei Rachmaninov, Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Aleksander Borodin"

And now, for the first time, the Children Russian Academy of South Africa will be performing alongside the Russian stars. 

3 - 4 March 2018

Saturday at 15h00 and 20h00

Sunday at 15h00

Duration: 2 hours

GARTH TAYLOR RELEASES BRAND NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR CROCODILE TEARS

Watch the music video here: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9LPQkTOppYY [The video will only be LIVE from 12h00 | Tuesday, 20 February]

Johannesburg (20 February 2018) - Following on its current chart success, the music video for Garth Taylor’s latest single, Crocodile Tears, will be launched today at 12pm.

The song, off Garth’s most recent album, Re-Made, is enjoying airplay on radio across the country.

“This song is about relationships, about re-assuring the other person that things are not as bad as they seem, there is always someone there for you.  There is no need to over complicate things, love is there,” comments Garth.

The Crocodile Tears music video was produced and filmed by the highly acclaimed, Kyle White from Kyle White TV Productions.

“We decided to keep the video simple to really showcase Garth as an artist and similarly to how the song is about not over-complicating things, we went that route,” adds Kyle.

Garth Taylor celebrates 20 years in the music industry this year.  From his first single, Why, in 1998, Garth has continued to produce chart-topping hits and has performed on stages around the country and abroad.  Over his career, he has opened for the likes of international sensations such as Shaggy, Simply Red, Bryan McKnight and Judy Boucher, as well as having shared the stage with some of SA’s biggest music legends.

Lyrics:

Those crocodile tears ain't gonna work this time on me

I know that a girl's supposed to cry but not over me

So please, dry up, your eyes and say goodnight

Cos there's no excuses, you're mine tonight

You in my heart, in a jar, on a shelf there you are

You're in my dreams, in my head, in my heart yes you are

So lay down next to me, and love me, love me, won’t you.

Hold on tight to me and love me, Love me

I don't know what else that I could do to make you feel

You are the most beautiful that I have ever seen

So just get up, stand tall, Cos deep inside

You should know that, you are, my shining light

You in my heart, in a jar, on a shelf there you are

You're in my dreams, in my head, in my heart yes you are

So lay down next to me, and love me, love me, won’t you.

Hold on tight to me and love me, Love me

La da da da da, La da da da da, La da da da da, La da da da da

You in my heart, in a jar, on a shelf there you are

You're in my dreams, in my head, in my heart yes you are

So lay down next to me, and love me, love me, won’t you.

Hold on tight to me and love me, Love me

So lay down next to me, and love me, love me, won’t you.

Hold on tight to me and love me, Love me

La da da da da, La da da da da, La da da da da, La da da da da

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:

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Facebook : www.facebook.com/TheGarthTaylor

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Twitter : @TheGarthTaylor 

BOOKINGS

Genevieve de Pinho

Cell: 071 078 1152

E-mail: bookings@garthtaylor.com

PUBLICITY

MS Publicity

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Cell: 082 452 2095

E-mail: monica@mspublicity.co.za

A Mother’s Day Cream Come True! Sorbet's Limited Edition Creams

Sorbet has launched 4 brand new Hand & Nail creams in a limited edition tin for Mother’s Day!

(Only available this May at Sorbet Salons, Sorbet Nail Bars & Sorbet Dry Bar stores nationwide)

 The below 30 ml floral designs are available in the following scents

                                                                                                                                                                                               

-Cherry Blossom

-Tropical Flowers

-Wild Flowers

-Lotus Paradise

 * Creams are not available for individual purchase

 

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas!

Sorbet Editor’s top product picks for MAY.

5 Reasons why Falling in Love with Android is Inevitable

Nokia loves Android, you should too!

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and love is undoubtedly in the air. That could only mean one thing - Valentine’s Day! This got us thinking here at HMD Global, Home of Nokia phones, what do we love? Simple… Android!

There hasn’t been a topic that separates a society as much as Android versus alternative operating systems. While we’ve had other mobile operating systems in the past, who hasn’t, we have come to realise that since going steady in February 2017, we couldn’t be happier with our current partner, Android.

Here’s five very good reasons why Nokia’s Valentine goes to Android:

1.      Pure, Secure & Up to date

With many years of experience in understanding what our customers want from our Nokia phones, Android has enabled us to do just that, give our customers exactly what they expect, a pure, secure and up-to-date experience.

“The pure, secure and up-to-date approach enables individuals to experience Android devices the way it was always intended, no bloatware, long battery life and regular security updates,” explains Michelle Wynne, Head of Marketing for HMD, Sub-Sahara Africa Region.

2.      Customisation

The mobile phone has become an integral part of our daily life’s and to some an extension of their personality. This is why the freedom to customise your Android device is one of the most commonly mentioned things by our users. Nokia smartphones offer our consumers Pure Android, which means no preloaded apps that you don’t need, just customise your phone with what matters to you.

Nobody knows or understands you, like you do, so who better than YOU to personalise your own phone?

3.      Google integration

Developed by Google, Android gives you the power of Google at your fingertips. From Google Play, Google Photos to Google Assistant, ensuring that you stay up to date with the latest technology and software developed.

4.      Great range of phones

Nokia smartphones provides users with memory to capture all those special moments. Nokia Smartphones come with expandable memory. If you run out of space, you can easily insert a new SD card in your phone and never worry again about missing out on a special moment in your life, with extra memory comes the ability to record at your heart’s content. The cherry on the cake is access to Google Cloud storage to save all your memories and back-up all your content.

5.      Love is finding the right price to fit your needs

The challenge facing most South Africans at the moment is that while they can’t afford to waste money on unnecessary items, they still need a reliable mobile device that will fit their stretched pockets and demanding needs. “This is why there is a range of Nokia Smartphones running on Android OS for everyone” concludes Wynne.

Go ahead, join the family and fall in love with Nokia and Pure Android this Valentine’s Day

A SOUTH AFRICAN KICKBOXING EXPLOSION: STARTING 2 MARCH 2018

In 2018 Supreme Fighting League (SFL) will host 5 events that pits SA greats against each other for international recognition and support of the sport.

Fighters from across South Africa come together on the 2^nd of March 2018, to display their skill and grit in the SFL ring. Fighters who perform well on a consistent basis at SFL stands a chance to be selected and compete at GLORY Kickboxing events, which is seen as the largest Kickboxing promotion in the world.

Expertise, tenacity, and sheer Kickboxing power is on the fight-cards at our second SFL event on the 2^nd of March, with riveting performances expected right from the start straight through to our Super Heavyweight K1 headliners, where we will see experienced MMA fighter and Kickboxer, Ruan Erasmus clash with Justin Clarke for the K1 Title Belt.

SFL Matchmaker, Morné Lotter, has developed this fight card to raise the bar of professional kickboxing in South Africa: “Kickboxing on an Amateur level is massive in South Africa, but we need to grow the professional platform. This event begins our plan to build promotions which offer international exposure for professional athletes, and grow the sport throughout Africa and to the international stage” says Lotter

Super Heavyweight K1 Title Fight: 

Expect fireworks from these two accomplished fighters: Justin Clarke hails from Pretoria and has a stellar Kickboxing record of 12 wins and only 4 losses. Having recently competed in the World Championships, he is in fine form to give an electrifying performance, with dynamic kicks and intense power in his arsenal. 

Ruan Erasmus is fighting out of Randfontein with an impressive MMA record of 34 wins and 2 losses, and a K1 record of 6 wins and 1 loss.  His tenacity, experience and power makes him a dangerous opponent for anyone.

The Super Heavyweight K1 Championship fight will give viewers the experience of watching the passion and resolution come to life in an awesome knockout fight.

Pretoria based Rami “Pitbull” Mungul will clash against Cape Town’s Karl “Baywatch” Bergemann. Rami is on a 9-fight winning streak having finished all of his opponents in devastating fashion. He will be making his professional debut against the experienced and dangerous Karl Bergemann. Karl is multiple time SA Champion and has an undefeated K1 record of 5 wins with no losses. Having fought internationally, Karl brings a lot of experience and skills to the SFL ring, this will be Rami’s biggest challenge yet.

We will also witness the return of Brandon “The Ultimate Warrior” Mashele as he takes on Thabo “The Natural” Chauke, at the previous SFL event Brandon put up a dominating performance. Displaying a high level of skill and an entertaining style of fighting, this fight promises to be exciting from start to finish!

Kickboxing power in the ladies’ corner: With two fights on the cards between our women’s contingent’s strongest and most talented, the pace will pick up leading into our title fight.

Two accomplished South African champions face off in a fast-paced, aggressively styled fight, with Sozette Du Plessis and Jackie Brits taking up the challenge. Sozette’s first senior fight at this adrenaline-fueled event will set her up for a very successful Kickboxing career.

In their full-contact debut, the powerful Mari van der Linde and SA Champion Catherine Tupling will take their point-fighting and light-contact experience and grit to the Full Contact arena. Catherine, having won a bronze medal at the WAKO World Championships last year is known for her speed and technique. Mari will be a tough match as she brings power and an aggressive fighting style to the mix.

“I am looking forward to giving our Kickboxers a platform to level-up on the world stage, and to start the development of a league that showcases raw talent, allows sponsors to shine, and gives the public a great show” Maka Maguga, spokesperson of the SFL said.

Join in the drive to view great kickboxing: Get tickets for this action-packed night at R200 per person.

Doors open at 6 pm, and the event kicks off at 7 pm. Don’t miss out – buy your tickets at https://www.barnyardtheatre.co.za/.

Contact morne.lotter@sflafrica.co.za or marius.lotter@sflafrica.co.za for more information