e.tv gets set to glow as the official media partner of The Neon Run SA’s September 2017 event

It’s official - Jozi fitness fanatics and fun lovers alike are gearing up for the most luminous run in SA - The e.tv partnership solidifies the channel’s commitment to providing entertainment for the whole family, on TV and experiences like this.

The 11^th edition of this funky night run and music festival is going down on the 2^nd of September 2017 at St Stithians College in Sandton and organisers are preparing for an epic event that promises to be an electrifying experience for the whole family to enjoy. Participants are encouraged to get glowing with neon gear and run, walk or skate the spectacular 5km course, which will be lit up with incredible activations. To keep pulses racing long after the finish line, top local artists have been lined up to perform at the music festival, complete with a dazzling light show and pyrotechnics.

Thanks to the incredible success and popularity of the previous events, e.tv has come on board to partner with The Neon Run. The last Neon Run saw 10 000 people attending and the numbers are anticipated to grow for the September run.

The acts confirmed for the music festival are sure to keep music lovers of all tastes satisfied and includes 5FM’s DJ Nick Hamman, Strange Loving ft. Apple Gule, Monark, DJ Abby Nurock, 5FM’s Kyle Cassim and the Kiffness. There will be plenty of good vibes to go around with food stalls, chill areas, dance areas and a bar for over-18s only.

Special Events Director of Oomph-Africa, Tavis Brown, says “We are thrilled to be working with e.tv on this event, as we are all set to bring on a fabulous day – and night – of fun and festivities. We know that e.tv are experts in bringing entertainment to SA and they were an obvious choice as our media partner.”

For more information or to book tickets for the event, go to www.neonrun.co.za.

Event details are as follows:

DATE: Saturday 2nd September 2017

VENUE: St Stithians College, Sandton

TIME: Doors open at 2pm and festival closes at 11:30pm

Make sure to the like the Facebook page https://web.facebook.com/NeonRunSA/ for updates and more details.

Other options include bulk ticket discounts as well as corporate packages available to choose from. 

Issued By: Philippa Harvey 

Chris Forrest and Pete Goffe-Wood cook up something naughty for Mzansi

For the first time in Johannesburg, comic genius, Chris Forrest, and celebrity chef, Pete Goffe-Wood, scrumptiously blend comedy and cooking together into the ‘Top Gear’ of cooking shows.  Don’t Burn Your Sausage is an ingenious live show that is deliciously funny and rather ‘whisk-qué and takes place from the 22^nd to the 24^th September at the Red Roman Shed at Emperors Palace.

The pair charmingly demonstrate how food and sex are delectably intertwined with this refreshingly hilarious new show.  The show promises to be an absolute hit for both food- and comedy-lovers alike. 

Forrest and Goffe-Wood prepare the ultimate seductive 3-course meal with a naughty line-up of ‘Foreplay’, ‘Intercourse’ and ‘Afterglow’ that will have you salivating salaciously and crying with laughter.

Following sold-out shows in Grahamstown, Cape Town and Windhoek, the duo have cleverly and successfully delivered this live food show to rave reviews from critics.

“A show that indulges its audiences with a delicious starter, main course, dessert and suggestive humour.” – SowetanLive

“A wonderful new and naughty twist on the good old cooking demo.” – Cue Media

“Cheeky challenge for saucy duo.” – Weekend Post (PE)

Chris Forrest has been on the SA comedy scene since the late nineties and Pete Goffe-Wood (best known as the Masterchef South Africa judge known to crack a joke or too), has been making great food for nearly 30 years.  When the two of them met on the set of Celebrity Masterchef SA in 2015, they found that they had a couple of things in common – one of them being the same dry sense of humour and the other, a liking for mouth-watering, delicious food.  After the series ended, they decided to combine their respective talents to bring you this culinary comedy show, the likes that have not been seen before in SA.

Tickets from R150 and are available through the new ticketing system, www.showtix.co.za (click the Tickets tab on their Facebook page to make the booking). Don’t Burn Your Sausage starts at 8PM at the Red Roman Shed at Emperors Palace (64 Jones Road, Kempton Park) for three-nights only (22 – 24 September).

The show is directed by Bevan Cullinan.

Don’t miss renowned comic and Celebrity Masterchef SA winner, Chris Forrest, work his special brand of South African humour alongside Pete Goffe-Wood’s unmatched cooking talent, candour and naughtiness.  It’s great humour and great cooking rolled into one, this duo will win over your hearts and your stomachs.  Be sure to come hungry!

A PG Comics production.

#DBYS2017

Calling Me Home: An Original Musical ( Review)

Calling Me Home is a South African musical with original songs and an original playwright. It was absolutely phenomenal! It was warm hearted, with a bit of action and heartbreak with an underlining theme of hope. I couldn’t be more proud that our country produces world class performances, and I am grateful that I was able to experience the magic that was Calling Me Home.

The story line involves a young women forced to flee her home in the midst of war, while her brother is enlisted to fight. Leaving her family behind, Grace makes new friends on her journey, yearning for her home whilst finding unlikely love.

I found the music especially moving in the way the emotions were conveyed. It’s not often that music makes my heart beat faster and is able to make me feel those real emotions. It was believable and moving and that’s what I loved about it. There was a live orchestra with live singing which always brings a sense of authenticity when watching a show, which I really enjoyed.

I also loved the amalgamation of cultures, there was no animosity towards each other. Pure love and passion. There were no racial slurs or political digs, which was refreshing. It was pure genius and I loved it. Get your tickets now before it’s too late to experience this wonderful, unforgettable production.  

Calling Me Home takes place on 17 August on The Mandela Stage at Joburg Theatre, running until 3 September 2017.

“The book, score and libretto were written by composer and producer Alice Gillham, who is signed with EMI Music Publishing / Sony/ATV and who lives and works in South Africa. She effortlessly fuses the genres of classical music, African hybrid, jazz and traditional folksong to create bewitching and evocative music that brings the story to life, providing her audience with a deeply human and emotional experience.

Joining Gillham in bringing this musical to the stage, is director Magdalene Minnaar. According to Minnaar this production has the potential to have a profound impact on the world.”

This what others had to say about the magical musical: 

COMPETITION ALERT, A SET OF DOUBLE TICKETS TO PUSS IN BOOTS AT GOLD REEF CITY!!!!

COMPETITION ALERT!!!!

We are giving away a set of double tickets to go and see the most anticipated pantomime of the year, Puss In Boots 30 June - 23 July at Gold Reef City! With the first 5 shows being sold out already, its important to book as soon as possible.

Thanks to the The CoLab Network we have a set of double tickets to give away for THURSDAY the 6th of July at 19h30.

All you have to do is LIKE the Facebook PAGE, SHARE the post on Facebook, and COMMENT with who you would take if you won the tickets and why!

Creativity will get you extra brownie points.

Tag where you found this competition.

https://www.facebook.com/BluBirdEntertainment%20/

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)

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.

Sun International proudly supports the National Responsible Gambling Programme. Gambling is for persons 18 years and older. Winners know when to stop. National Responsible Gambling Toll-free Counseling Line 0800 006 008. Sun International Casinos are licensed casinos.

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.