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DOMINO’S PIZZA’S LAUNCHES IN PORT ELIZABETH

One South Africa’s newest and loved pizza brands Dominos recently opened 3 restaurants in Port Elizabeth. The recent opening of three new stores are located in Linton Grange, Walker Drive and Newton Park was greeted with much excitement, with queues of people waiting to savour their first bite of a Domino’s Pizza. The celebrations included the delivery of a stack of scrumptious pizzas to the hard-working police officers of Linton Grange Police Station and delighting the Grade 4 learners at Laerskool Verkenner with the opportunity to make their own pizzas at the Linton Grange store. "Domino’s Pizza hit the ground running in the South African market towards the end of last year with the opening of six stores and we enjoyed an excellent start to 2015 with the opening of several more across the country," says Lindy Taoushiani, Divisional Marketing Executive of Taste Holdings, which has the rights as an exclusive Master Franchisee to market the brand in nine...

HAUTE Ladies casual shoe trend: Loafers and Boots

T he cooler months have now approached and the need for stockings and closed shoes are upon us. This winter we'll be taking a look at casual shoe trends, namely loafers and boots. Loafers  Clarks Loafers make great seasonal transitioning shoes, they can be worn formally or casually and when it’s warmer or cooler. This AW 2015, Clarks loafer offer more than just glossy patent, or black leather, or basic penny loafers for that matter. Now in ox blood, which is a popular trend colour, and additionally it also comes in different textures. These can turn any denim and white top combo from “nice” to casually sophisticated.  Clarks There’s also a movement with more masculine ladies loafers that take inspiration from the retro men’s velvet slipper with tassels. Made with a feminine silhouette, it’s perfect for the office, worn either with pants or a skirt.  Boots  Clarks  Boots, the Clarks collection – thr...

KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUTS IS COMING TO SOUTH AFRICA

Global retailer Krispy Kreme has announced that it has signed a development agreement with local company KK Doughnuts SA (Pty) Ltd to open 31 Krispy Kreme shops in South Africa over the next five years. This marks the company’s first venture into Africa.   OMG WE CAN NOT WAIT  Fournews (Pty) Ltd., and John & Gerry’s Brands (Pty) Ltd., are the principal owners of KK Doughnuts SA. Majority owner, Fournews (Pty) Ltd, a 20-year-old South African company who have their footprints firmly placed throughout South Africa and are steadily expanding into Africa, currently operate six other well established brands: Cafe Fino, News Cafe, Smooch, Moyo, illy GO! and with Brooklyn Brothers soon to launch. “With our 15 years of experience in the industry and our joint venture with Fournews, we are extremely proud to bring this iconic global brand that is Krispy Kreme, into the South African market,” said Gerry Thomas, CEO of KK Doughnuts SA. “The South African consumer...

EVENT REVIEW: Whisky Live Showroom Pretoria

By Tsebo Menu 385 Helen Joseph Street was the location and 012 Capital was the venue. As you take the stairs into venue with attendees so eager to get their wrist bands and cards given to start the night with clean palate and clear noses to taste and smell the best single malt the world have to offer. As a first timer’s research and information gathered to enable us to be on par value with event, little did we know that with whiskey a personal encounter is required. Your first glance at the floor can give one goose bumps as voices of different generations and smells of different blends created the ambiance of the night.   As the night started queues to famous blends where predictable but as the night commenced the floor became even and those blends that are usually passed at liquor outlets even the playing field. They were four that captured the whiskey loves pallets, The Glenbrynth ,Bunnahabin Islay SingleMalt, Glen Grant  and Black Bottle.  ...

HAUTE MUST HAVE: Hannon skin care for mature skin

Many of us have forgone the option of surgical cosmetic procedures and opted for the admirable route of ageing gracefully. Perceived to be the “effortless” can be considered a huge misconception because as our skin and body matures it mercilessly exchanges wisdom and grace for wrinkles and dull sagging skin. Unforgiving betrayal. In essence a shameless and sometimes helpless betrayal. This month the HANNON Skin Care is focusing on mature skin which has characters of deep lines, surface wrinkles, dehydrated dry and at times flaky skin which is a result of under active sebaceous glands. HANNON Skin Care for mature skin focuses on hydration, moisture and improving the skin’s elasticity and plumpness with the following product: Intense Hydrating Moisturiser  – this intense moisturiser with Moist 24 continuously releases moisture molecules to nourish the skin throughout the day and keep it nourished and radiant. Night Crème Ultra Rich  – a luxurious burst of m...

Bushfire Tickets Are SOLD OUT

The final main arena tickets available for MTN Bushfire festival, taking place this weekend can now only be purchased from Shak’s Gables and the All Out Africa Internet Café while stocks last  - no tickets will be sold at the festival gate  and tickets are no longer available online. Festival organisers are urging people to buy their tickets today,  while stocks last to avoid disapointment. Only people with valid tickets, purchased in advance will be able to access the festival. Main arena Friday, Sunday and full festival tickets are the only options available to purchase while stocks last  from: ·      All Out Africa Internet Café in Malkerns ·      MTN Outlet stores:  Shak’s Gables All types of Golden Lounge tickets are no longer available. All ticket sales are no long available online. Over 20,000 festival goers are expected to descend onto the scenic fa...

THE KOOKS, MILKY CHANCE, THE CAT EMPIRE AND MORE TO PERFORM AT VODACOM IN THE CITY 2015

Vodacom and Seed Experiences are excited to announce that Brit-pop, millennial rockers  The Kooks  will be joining the international line-up that includes the sensational German Duo  Milky Chance  and one of the world’s best festival bands, Australia’s  The Cat Empire  - with more acts to be announced soon. The celebrated ‘Kooks’ graced our beautiful shores in 2013 as part of an exclusive brand campaign to the select few who were lucky enough to get tickets - and was met with rave reviews and lots of fans distraught who missed out. This year Vodacom In The City will feature some important enhancements and changes, all guaranteed to make the music festival experience even more awesome for current and new fans. The festival is moving from Mary Fitzgerald Square in Newtown to the iconic Zoo Lake, just outside the city centre. The move was prompted by several factors, the most important being the fans. Zoo Lake is a safer, more secure venue and ...