SOUL II SOUL JOINS STAR-STUDDED LINE-UP FOR DStv DELICIOUS FESTIVAL

The news about the DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival, brought to you by Liberty just gets better! Now Soul II Soul will join other legendary international artists on stage in what is touted as one of the hottest festivals in the country. Soul II Soul will perform on Sunday 8 October at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit.

The group will join an already impressive line-up of artists at the festival including international heavyweights Common, Imagination featuring Leee John, Alexander O'Neal, Omar and Femi Kuti as well as local talent Hugh Masekela, songstress Thandiswa Mazwai, and Black Coffee live with band.

Soul II Soul, led by producer/vocalist/songwriter and DJ, Jazzie B, became one of the most innovative dance/R&B bands in the late '80s. The outfit’s third single, “Keep on Movin”, featuring the vocals of Caron Wheeler, reached the UK Top Ten in March 1989. “Back to Life” became their first number one hit and the band released its debut album, Club ClassicsVol. One, shortly afterward.

The group has won two Grammy Awards and has been nominated for five Brit Awards, twice for Best British Group. Wheeler left the group before the recording of the group's second album, Vol. 2: 1990 — A New Decade, which debuted at number one in the UK. She reunited with Jazzie B in 2007, with a break between from 2010 to 2013. The group recorded its second live album, Origins, in December last year.

With so much on offer at what promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime event of incredible music and gourmet food, it’s time to book your tickets.

The full line-up is as follows:

Saturday: Common, Thandiswa Mazwai and Black Coffee Live

Sunday: Hugh Masekela, Omar, Alexander O’Neal, Imagination feat Leee John, Soul II Soul and Femi Kuti

Tickets are officially on sale and available from deliciousfestival.com or ticketpro.co.za

General Access Ticket

R495 per person per day

R800 per person for a weekend pass (Saturday & Sunday)

Includes the following:

·     Access into festival grounds

·     Access to general public areas (General Access standing area, food market, exhibitions, DStv channel activations, the GA public bars)

Ciroc Terrace Lounge

R1295 per person per day

R2100 per person for a weekend pass (Saturday & Sunday)

Includes the following:

·   Situated on exclusive VIP terrace

·   VIP Lounge

·   VIP Parking (one parking pass per two tickets bought, parking pass will be emailed)

·   VIP Entrance

·   VIP Bathrooms

·   Premium Cash Bar

·   Tented lounge and furniture

·   Hostesses

·   Viewing Deck, sight lines to main stage and view over festival

·   Fenced garden

Kids Zone

R250 per child per day (restricted to ages: 3-13)

Includes the following:

·       Access into festival grounds

·       Access to general public areas (General Access standing area, food market, exhibitions, DStv channel activations)

·       Access into Kids Zone area for Kids ages 3 to 13 years

Decadance Luxury Hospitality

One Day Package: R3 500 pp ex VAT

Weekend Package (Sat & Sun): R6 500 pp ex VAT

Package entitles the guest to:

• Entrance tickets into the DStv Delicious festival grounds

• VIP parking

• Entrance into the DECADANCE LUXURY LOUNGE

• VIP luxury lounge and décor

• Private viewing deck within the DECADANCE LUXURY LOUNGE

• Full upscale canapé and tasting menu for lunch with light dinner      menu options

• Cheese board harvest table

• Tea and Coffee bar

• Private bespoke bar facilities

• Full complimentary bar from 11h00 - 21h00

• VIP MIB Security

• VIP toilet facilities

• LED screens with LIVE concert feed in lounges

• Fully staffed facility including dedicated Waitresses, Hostesses, Bar staff and Senior Management

Vibe-2000 Luxury Hospitality

One Day Package:  R 3499.00 including VAT

Weekend (Sat & Sun) Package:  R 4999.00 including VAT

Package entitles the guest to the following:

·       1 Armband per specific day

·       Entrance tickets into DStv Delicious Festival grounds

·       Entrance to the VIP Terrace of the DStv Delicious Festival grounds

·       1 x VIP parking per 2 Vibe-2000 Lounge packages

·       Entrance into the VIBE-2000 Lounge

·       VIP luxury seating and décor

·       Private viewing balconies in the VIBE-2000 Lounge

·       Full gourmet culinary experience for lunch with light dinner menu options by a dedicated chef

·       Complementary Wi-Fi

·       Cheese board and snack buffet

·       Tea and coffee bar

·       Private bar facilities

·       Complimentary bar [excl. Red Bull, champagne and Super-Premium Liquor available available on cash basis]

·       Private VIP toilet facilities

·       LED screens with LIVE AV concert feed

·       Fully staffed facility including dedicated waitresses and hostesses

Food Factory Luxury Hospitality

One Day Package:  R 3750.00 per person per day excluding VAT

Package entitles the guest to the following:

·       Entrance tickets into the DStv Delicious Festival

·       VIP Parking 1:4

·       Entrance into Food Factory Kitchen

·       VIP Luxury Lounge and Décor

·       Private viewing balcony

·       Live cooking by celebrity Chef Andrew Atkinson (Masterchef Judge)

·       Cappuccino Bar

·       Premium Bar Facility including a Gin Bar

·       VIP Security

·       VIP Bathrooms

·       Fully staffed facility

For all hospitality queries/bookings please send an email to hospitality@deliciousfestival.com or visit www.deliciousfestival.com for more information

DStv Delicious International Food & Music Festival, brought to you by Liberty is held in proud association with Coca-Cola, Gauteng Tourism Authority, The Tim Tebeila Foundation, Proudly South African, Jeep, Flight Centre, Kaya FM, Independent Newspapers, Generosity Water, Castle Milk Stout, J&B, Ciroc, Johnnie Walker, Tanqueray, Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards and Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit.

Online Links:

Official after movie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfkDMcqyIEE

For more information you can also visit www.deliciousfestival.com or follow us via our social media platforms:

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Opinion: AUCOR What SA’s ratings downgrade means for the auction industry

Johannesburg, 14 June 2017: South Africa’s auctioneering market is poised for a shift as auctions grow in popularity over traditional retail sales platforms against a backdrop of credit ratings downgrades and news that the country has slipped into a recession. While there is a lag effect in the impact of the country’s downgraded status by international agencies, South Africans can expect the maturing auction sector to expand as an accelerated sales platform option. This is according to Fanie Bielderman of Aucor, South Africa’s oldest and largest multi-asset auctioneer.

Economists are predicting greater pressure for consumers if credit becomes more expensive, but given that interest rates have not changed since the downgrade announcements, Aucor has not yet seen a surge in assets available for disposal. In fact, stock levels have remained fairly consistent.

“We believe that a greater range and scope of assets will become available on auction as companies and individuals adapt to changing market conditions. In addition, we are seeing a surge in number of people attending vehicle auctions looking for value purchases - a trend which we predict will translate into greater numbers of qualified and cash buyers at auctions,” says Bielderman.

In cash-scarce times, the speed and finality of auctioneering is a major draw-card for corporates. Auctions offer a market platform with a number of potential buyers bidding for assets at a single point in time. Once the hammer falls, settlement takes place within specified periods and there is no room for any further negotiation by buyers. This much-needed certainty, coupled with greater agility, is an attractive benefit.

For buyers, auctions offer the opportunity to purchase assets at fair value. Auctioneering is the apex between supply and demand, so buyers often find bargains at better prices than retail purchases or private sales.

South Africa’s auction industry has proved to be robust in both economic booms and downturns. This is because corporate asset disposals are initiated for a variety of reasons, including when assets become redundant or there are surplus assets held. In such cases, the role of experienced auctioneers and valuers is pivotal to realising greater value for corporate assets through a simple, transparent and auditable process.

Online auctions are growing in popularity. With 83% share of unpaid online traffic in the market, Aucor’s website attracts over 150 000 hits per month and we anticipate further growth as buyers look for greater convenience.

However, consumers are warned to do their homework in terms of the credibility of auctioneers. Are they CPA compliant, affiliated to professional bodies (Estate Agents Affairs Board and SA Institute of Auctioneers) and are you easily able to view goods on auction at bricks-and-mortar facilities? With a commitment to transparency and corporate governance, an auction through credible auctioneers is a high value/low risk proposition.

Aucor has successfully traded as an auctioneer for almost 50 years and understands the vagaries of changing market conditions across various asset categories. With qualified auctioneers and experienced valuers who are adept at establishing the fair value of assets, the company has a national footprint as well as representation in a number of African territories.

About Fanie Bielderman, Aucor Senior Executive

With training in marketing, finance and management development, Fanie’s deep understanding of the automotive industry was honed at Avis and Imperial, where he served as Divisional Fleet Manager.  Fanie later joined Autocor in 2011 as Managing Director with the objective of creating a sustainable business and equity for all shareholders and stakeholders.  He was appointed as Senior Executive to Aucor in 2017.

For more information, visit www.aucor.com (new website launching on Thursday, 15 June)

GrandWest confirms legendary Bryan Adams for December 2017

On the back of the announcement that iconic rock band +LIVE+ will perform at the Grand Arena in November 2017, GrandWest has confirmed that another legendary artist, Bryan Adams, will be gracing its stage over the festive season. Adams will rock the Grand Arena on 14 December 2017 as part of his Get Up World Tour.

“We are thrilled to confirm that Adams will be performing at the Grand Arena in December 2017. His show is certain to be one of the highlights of the holiday lineup and we expect tickets to sell out fast,” says Elouise Matthys, the PR and Promotions Manager at GrandWest.

Adams’ fans can brace for a spectacular concert featuring his top hits as well as songs from his thirteenth studio album Get Up! For the new album, he reunited with his original songwriting collaborator, Jim Vallance, who helped co-write many of the most memorable songs of his career. Amongst these were “Cuts Like a Knife”, “Somebody”, “Summer of 69”, “Heaven” and “Run To You”.

Adams has spent the last three decades making music history. He has sold over 65 million records, toured six continents and achieved number one status in over 40 countries with hits such as "Kids Wanna Rock", "Can't Stop This Thing We've Started", "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You", "Open Road" and "Thought I'd Seen Everything". Adams has received numerous awards during his career including a Grammy Award, 18 Juno Awards and an American Music Award. He has also been nominated for three Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards.

Adams’ outstanding live concerts have established him as one of the world's great rock singers, performing over 120 concerts a year. Tickets to the concert at GrandWest cost from R575 to R1020 per person and are available at Computicket and atwww.bigconcerts.co.za.

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Someone will win this car at Meropa

This luxury Mercedes Benz C200 will be won at Meropa on 30 June 2017 when its Timeless Play promotion reaches its crescendo. Guests who have earned 180 points between 1 April 2017 and 07h00 on draw day will qualify for a ticket to the draw. By entering the draw, guests also put themselves in line to win a share of R100 000 in cash and free play

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Guests simply have to play their favourite slots or table games using their Sun MVG card to earn points. Non members can still be part of Timeless Play by registering as a member at the Sun MVG Desk at Meropa. Registration is instant and fuss-free, and customers can start earning points straight away.

Sun International recently reinvented its well recognised Most Valued Guest (MVG) loyalty programme to deliver more rewards, exciting benefits and exclusive offers to guests visiting its casinos and hotels in South Africa.

A key enhancement of the new Sun MVG programme is the opportunity it provides to customers to earn both casino and leisure points when playing slots, table games, staying in hotel rooms and dining at selected restaurants and outlets at Sun International properties. Casino Points can be used for playback on the slot machines and table games and Leisure Points for hotel accommodation, dining experiences or exciting entertainment.

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With the exquisite Mercedes to be won in Timeless Play are Meropa’s Belinda Bothma, Russia Chabalala, Matjatji Harpestad and Brutus Midzi.

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MARCO PIERRE WHITE TO SEAR, FLAME AND DRIZZLE AT THE 2017 GOOD FOOD AND WINE SHOW

The world’s first celebrity chef and enfant terrible Marco Pierre White and South Africa’s first Michelin-starred chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen will be turning up the heat as the international headliners at this year’s 2017 Good Food and Wine Show.  South Africa’s largest culinary event opens in Cape Town on Friday 2 June until Sunday 4 June at the CTICC, followed by the Johannesburg show at the Ticketpro Dome from Friday 28 July until Sunday 30 July, culminating at the Durban Exhibition Centre from Friday 27 until Sunday 29 October.

The latest foodie trends will be dished up and South African foodies will have the chance to interact with the line-up of exciting food personalities, including headline chef, restaurateur and foodie Joao Da Fonseca, popularly known as J’Something, who will share his secret recipes by preparing a tasty feast for the shows. As an added bonus, J’Something will take to the stage to perform his music as this multi-talented personality is also the leading man of popular band Mi Casa.

Reza Mahammad, Jenny Morris, Lentswe Bhengu, Sarah Graham, Neill Anthony, Lisa Raleigh,  Sherwyn Weaich and Vanessa Marx are also on this year’s Good Food and Wine menu, in addition to headline sommeliers Lloyd Jusa (Saxon Hotel), Gregory Mutambe (12 Apostles Hotel) and Tinashe Nyamudoka (The Test Kitchen) – who will all share some of their fine wine knowledge with show attendees.

Over 60 000 visitors attended the three Good Food and Wine Shows in 2016, and this year’s footfall is expected to increase with chefs like White and Van der Westhuizen on the bill of fare, the biggest elephant cake in the world and a wide selection of vendors and interactive installations showcasing food and fare from around the globe.  The floor will be divided into nine specific exhibition areas for attendees to explore: Market, Street Food, Gourmet, Baking, Kids, Wellness, Lifestyle, Wine, Beer and Alcohol.

North meets South

Trailblazing British chef Marco Pierre White has been dubbed the world’s first celebrity chef.  White was 33 when he was awarded three Michelin stars and still holds the title as the first British chef and the youngest chef ever to earn this honour. He featured as a star judge and guest on MasterChef Australia where he was called ‘the godfather of modern cooking’.

White has also trained famous chefs like Mario Batali, Gordon Ramsay, Curtis Stone and Shannon Bennett. After retiring from the kitchen in 1999 Marco became a restaurateur and has published several books, including the best-selling cookbook/autobiography White Heat.

“I was last in South Africa in 2014 so I am excited to be returning in 2017 to headline the Good Food & Wine Show for the first time,” says White. “As much as I will be sharing my culinary journey with the visitors attending the shows, I am also looking forward to transferring knowledge and experience to some of the top local talent in South Africa and partaking in the diverse food culture this beautiful country has to offer.”

Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen is South Africa’s first Michelin star chef and owner of JAN Restaurant in Nice on the French Riviera. Also a gifted photographer, food stylist, writer, entrepreneur and businessman, Van der Westhuizen’s humble Middelburg origins set the foundation for his Boereseun and French twist cooking style on Boerekos.

All visitors to this year’s show will get a chance to watch White and Van der Westhuizen in action daily, free of charge, at the Chefs’ Open Theatre. In addition, the two chefs will be cooking up a storm at the Chefs’ Table: smaller, more intimate ticketed events where people will have the chance to meet the chefs, taste their food and sample some of South Africa’s top wines.

“We want to engage with visitors and involve every one of their senses,” says Maria Chieppa, Managing Director of Fiera Milano Exhibitions Africa.  “We have used taste, touch, smell, sight and sound to tell a 360° story about food and wine. It’s a great occasion for food lovers, families and professionals to enjoy food and wine at all levels.”

This year, the show hosts nine theatres, of which seven are free of extra charge for entry, serving up even more value for those attending. The Good Food and Wine Show theatres include: Eat Well/Live Well, Wine Theatre, Baking Theatre, Cake Deco Lab, Chefs’ Table, Chefs’ Open Theatre, Cooking with Chefs, the Kids Deco Lab and the SCASA Barista Championships - a new partnership with the Speciality Coffee Association of Southern Africa (SCASA) partnership and the show to host the 2017 Western Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal Regional Barista Championships.

Follow the Good Food and Wine Show on Twitter @goodfoodSA  Instagram @goodfoodsa and facebook www.facebook.com/GoodFoodandWineShowSA  #GFWS2017

Ticket prices for 2017

The early bird online prices are valid up to one week prior to each show. Thereafter the door prices are applicable. Children under 12 can attend for free and Fridays are free for pensioners. Tickets are available online at www.goodfoodandwineshow.co.za and Computicket for Cape Town and Durban;  and Ticketpro for Johannesburg.

	Door price	Online Price	Terms and conditions
Adults	R160	R144	Ticket for one entry for Friday, Saturday or Sunday
Senior citizens over 65	R110	R100	Friday free. Valid with proof of ID. Valid for one entry for Friday, Saturday or Sunday
Students	R110	R100	Valid with proof of student card. Valid for one entry for Friday, Saturday or Sunday
Age 13-18	R60	R50	Valid for one entry for Friday, Saturday or Sunday
Age 0-12	Free	Free	Valid only with proof of ID
Two day pass	R260	R210	Valid for two entries either Friday and Saturday, Saturday and Sunday or Friday and Sunday
Three day pass	R380	R350	Valid for three entries on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Wine combo	R200	R180	General one day entry admission with wine tasting glass and six tasting coupons
Wine glass and tasting	R60	-	Wine tasting glass with six tasting coupons

CHEFS TABLE

Marco Pierre White (CPT SOLD OUT)	2,500.00
Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen	2,500.00
Jenny Morris & Reza Mahammad (CPT ONLY)	1,500.00

               

VIP EXPERIENCE AT CHEFS OPEN THEATRE

Marco Pierre White	1,500.00
Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen	1,500.00
J'Something	800.00
Jenny Morris	800.00
Lentswe Bhengu	800.00
Sarah Graham	800.00
Neill Anthony	800.00

Opening hours:

Cape Town

10h00-22h00 Friday 2 June and Saturday 3 June

10h00-18h00 Sunday 4 June

CTICC

Johannesburg

10h00-21h00 Friday 28 July and Saturday 29 July

10h00-18h00 Sunday 30 July

Ticketpro Dome

Durban

10h00-21h00 Friday 27 October and Saturday 28 October

10h00-18h00 Sunday 29 October

Durban Exhibition Centre

For more information on GFWS please visit www.goodfoodandwineshow.co.za or email info@fieramilano.co.za or call +27 (0)21 702 2280.