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Locnville on Life & Travel – page 3

We sit down with an SA acting legend – page 4 Josh Groban back to serenade Jozi

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UK funk band to rock Follow us online: @48hoursinjoburg www.facebook.com/48hoursinjoburg Emmarentia Dam – page 9 The Next 48hOURS • Socials Team Brimstone in full force at the Two Oceans Marathon Pictures by Andrew Brown

Kevin Hart meets SA fans with Savanna Premium Cider Pictures by Johann Botha

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2 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 31 March - 06 April 2016 The Next 48hOURS • What’s Hot Travelling & Living with the stars n this regular column, we chat to walking on that big piano on the some of SA’s premier personali- floor, that’s F.A.O. Schwarz. ties about their travel experienc- Brian: New York was the first inter- es and favourite local pastimes national trip I can vividly remember, Iand haunts. Drew and I must have been eight This week we catch up with identi- at the time and we went with my cal twin pop hit makers and heart- mother to visit her mom. We went to throbs, Andrew and Brian Chaplin, Broadway to see ‘The Nutcracker’. We also known as Locnville. went to all the big toy stores there and I remember being absolutely What is your favourite travel desti- blown away by the size and scale of nation, and why? everything. I’ll never forget that trip, Andrew: I would have to say Ger- because I got to wear gloves and many. I spent almost three months scarves for the first time, because it there and absolutely loved the place. was snowing and it made me feel Everything from the culture, scenery grown up at the time. and people left a very big impression on me and I would go back there in What is the first thing you usually a heartbeat. do when you arrive at your desti- Brian: I really love Europe as a nation and you’re trying to get ac- whole, and I’ve loved everywhere I’ve climated? travelled there but if I had to pick Andrew: First things first, take a The Chaplin brothers as Locnville one place, I’d say Berlin in Germany. shower and have a drink. Then I can I think the reason I loved it so much think about everything rationally and was the people I was with and the take it from there. you’re from, and there you have it. really hate airports. Airports in the Brian: My speciality is Asian style places we went to. It’s one of the Brian: One of the first things I do Brian: My favourite thing to do is States are the absolute worst ever cuisine. I love making stir fries, or most vibrant and diverse cities I’ve is organise a local sim card so I can get the tourist stuff out of the way since TSA (Transportation Security anything with a Teriyaki touch. ever been to and I’d happily move be in touch immediately. After that, I as quickly as possible, then I’ll speak Administration) was introduced. So there one day. like to go straight to where I’m stay- to locals and find out how to experi- basically, flying is a yay but airports Describe your ideal night in, and ing so I can unpack and freshen up, ence the city as if I were living there. are a nay. out. What was your first international then I go off and explore the place. I feel that “tourist spots” are relative- Andrew: My ideal night in is get- trip, and what do you remember ly the same thing wherever you go in What has been your favourite cui- ting one with the couch and watch- most vividly about the experience? What for you is usually the best the world, so to be able to experience sine that you have discovered on ing 3D movies. My ideal night out Andrew: New York would be the way to soak up the culture you’re a place as a local is the real prize. your travels? is at a lounge style bar with friends, first international trip I took that in? Andrew: Favourite food that I dis- sipping fine things and eating tapas I remember really well. I was really Andrew: Walk the streets and talk Flying – love it, or hate it? covered while travelling is Curry- style food. young at the time so my most vivid to people. The best way to do that Andrew: It really depends. Usually I wurst, a German staple that I abso- Brian: For a night in, I like watching memory was going to F.A.O. Schwarz, is find out what the sort of “local hate it, but if I’m on Emirates and in lutely love. 3D movies. I’m a self-admitted 3D which is a massive toy store. It’s been hang out” is and go there and sit at Business Class I never want the flight Brian: Good Mexican food. There’s snob - if the movie isn’t in 3D, I’m featured in a lot of movies, if you’ve the bar. Chances are someone will to end. something about burritos that I ab- usually not interested. For a night seen the movie ‘Big’ where they start spark up a conversation asking where Brian: Generally, I like flying, I just solutely love. But it has to be au- out, it really depends on what mood thentic. Real Mexican food isn’t just I’m in. I really like being with friends, tortillas and cheese. and we’re all really busy these days so we like to meet up at a bar or lounge so we can have drinks, but still talk You’ve got exactly R48 in your wal- and catch up. If I’m feeling wild, let. Where do you go for lunch in you’ll see me out painting the town Cape Town, Durban and in Joburg, red and all sorts of colours. and what do you have? Andrew: The only thing you can get What makes life worth living? with that amount of money is Mc- Andrew: Achievements. Donald’s, in all three places. Other- Brian: Happiness. It’s not even a wise I’d just go to a friend’s place corny answer anymore - if you’re and ask them for something. happy and you can wake up every Brian: For R48 these days, you may day to do something you love with as well just eat the money. people you love, that is truly what makes life worth living. What is your speciality in the kitch- en? * Keep up with Locnville on Twitter: Andrew: Asian cuisine. I also make @Locnville some of the best chicken wings in Locnville in concert at a recent Barnyard Theatre gig the world, guaranteed. Kevin Hart meets SA fans with Savanna Premium Cider

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31 March - 06 April 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 3 The Next 48hOURS • Theatre Buzz An SA theatre doyenne on the state of the local stage

PETER FELDMAN talks to theatre ets of her personality as is possible vegetarian spread, as “laughter over veteran FIONA RAMSAY about her within the text. I spent most of the meals is the quintessential relax- two Naledi Theatre Award nomi- production in bed - aging movie star ation”, but going on safari to the nations. grappling with getting older, losing bush is how she truly unwinds and her glamour and youth and having recharges the Ramsay batteries. iona Ramsay is one of South to face her daughter and their shared Asked what she thought of the Africa’s most gifted actresses histories - and find as much range state of South African theatre, she who has been treading the within that bed as possible.” replied: “Theatre reflects society and boards for many, many years. Talking about ‘Doubt’, Ramsay ‘holds the mirror up to nature’ as it FThis year, two of the productions said it was a “finely crafted play were, and therefore echoes and inter- in which she shone, ‘Doubt’ and ‘Miss with clear characters and of course rogates all that is going on around Diedrich Regrets’, have been nomi- a film exists of the work - the chal- us at any time. I think we have an nated for prestigious Naledi Theatre lenge is not to be swayed by previ- amazing mix of theatre in terms of Awards, with the prize giving cer- ous interpretations. Sister Aloysius content, style and form, which reflect emony taking place at the Lyric The- Beauvier belongs to an order of stern the many different expectations of atre, Gold Reef City, on April 19. and stoic nuns - where expression what theatre is. There are many new Now in its 12th year, the Naledi is neither voluble, expansive or vis- plays being work-shopped or written Theatre awards reflect the vibrant ibly emotional. One of the challenges and sometimes produced, but I think and diverse nature of the South Af- was how to express the gamut of far there are existing works that can be rican theatrical landscape that exists reaching and unshakeable belief and reinterpreted as relevant to our con- today. Along with the Fleur du Cap Fiona Ramsay Ms Dietrich Regrets commitment within these restric- text and I would like to see more of Theatre Awards in Cape Town, they tions.” these produced.” are the premiere awards for theatre Ramsay reveals that she never re- excellence in South Africa. laxes in the true sense of the word, * The Naledi Theatre Awards event Asked how she felt about be- had been someone I had toyed with Asked to describe what the chal- but enjoys working, interacting with is open to the public. Booking is at ing nominated for two productions, paying tribute to in cabaret - and lenges were on two such different other actors or students, giving Mas- Computicket. Tickets are R350 (R200 Ramsay said: “The productions were when Gail Louw sent me ‘Miss Diet- productions, she told me: “Playing a ter Classes or going to see theatre. for pensioners and students) and very special as both had been ‘per- rich Regrets’, I realised it was my role. legend as iconic and well known as “This is what I would call relaxing,” include the pre-show cocktail party sonal projects’ for me and the cre- I had longed to play Sister Aloysius Marlene Dietrich is always challeng- she says. and wine. ative teams involved. Therefore it is (from ‘Doubt’) since reading the play, ing, as so many people have different She regularly does exercise: gym, It takes place at the Lyric Theatre, hugely thrilling to be nominated for and the experience with the cast and memories - the challenge is to em- yoga, pilates and the odd ballet class. Gold Reef City, on Tuesday, April 19. roles so close to my heart. Marlene director was wonderful.” brace and investigate as many fac- She loves hosting parties with a full

Extra show added to Jimmy Carr’s ‘Funny Business’

Shannon Glover and Juan Carlos Osma in ‘Giselle’ Joburg Ballet announces lower ticket prices for 175th anniversary production of ‘Giselle’

Joburg Ballet will begin its 2016 ing this landmark anniversary after April 8, at 7.30pm and an R80 ticket Jimmy Carr performance season with ‘Giselle’, an absence of four years from our price throughout the house for two widely acknowledged as one of the repertoire.” 11am performances on April 12 and most beautiful classical ballets ever Joburg Ballet has also introduced 13, increases affordability and gives created, from April 8 to 17 at Jo- new ticket pricing for 2016 which the public a wider variety of low Comedy Central, in association with comic is expected to perform to over burg Theatre. MacDonald says is part of the Com- cost ticket options. Emperors Palace and Real Concerts, 200000 fans across the globe during The company will join many oth- pany’s drive to make ballet more will present the award-winning co- his tour. ers worldwide in marking the bal- accessible to a wider audience and * For bookings, call Joburg Theatre median, Jimmy Carr. Scheduled to let’s 175th anniversary this year. further expand its appeal as popular on 0861 670 670, or book online at perform at the Centre Court on April * Tickets are available from R425 per “Ever since its first performance in family entertainment. www.joburgtheatre.com and www. 9, Carr will perform in an extra show person and can be booked through 1841, this moving story of a young Several price categories have webtickets.co.za. on April 10 due to popular demand. the Emperors Palace Box Office on girl who dies of a broken heart has been lowered and the theatre seat- For more information, visit www.jo- Renowned for his distinctive and 011 928 1297/1213, or by visiting been admired as one of the ultimate ing plan reconfigured to substan- burgballet.com, or follow the com- jovial laugh, Carr’s ‘Funny Business’ www.emperorspalace.com or www. measures of a ballerina’s greatness,” tially increase the number of seats pany on social media: will be jam-packed with comical sto- computicket.com. The shows will said artistic director Iain MacDon- now on sale at lower prices. A 50% Facebook.com/joburgballet ries, anecdotes and gags that promise start at 8pm on April 9 and at 6pm ald. “We are proud to join the in- discount on all tickets for the open- Instagram.com/joburgballet a laugh-filled night out. Guaranteed on April 10. No persons under the ternational community in celebrat- ing night performance on Friday, Twitter: @JoburgBallet to raise a few eyebrows, the stand-up age of 16 will be permitted.

4 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 31 March - 06 April 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide

Which is your favourite: ‘Ridiculousness’, ‘Top Gear’ or ‘Gogglebox’?

flick through the channels, all I see are there somewhere - like we all don’t al- believing that the channel is dedicated old ‘Top Gear’ shows - in omnibus form, ready know who shot JR? Spoiler alert: to re-runs. Loosely translated it means: nogal. I see ‘Ridiculousness’, with that it’s that woman with the squint and “Old sh!t that should be on a dump- Encore insipid Chanel West Coast (I kid you not, the hair-lip whose name escapes me…a ster somewhere that nobody else would that is really her pseudonym) playing the younger version of Cilla Black. EVER want to watch – EVER!” By Rafiek Mammon role of a live laugh, track back-to-back- No, not Cilla Black; Karen Black – Of late, they have been punting a [email protected] to-back-to-back (sorry, does that also sorry. And if you are asking “who dat”? new show called ‘Gogglebox’ as “the constitute an omnibus???). Google! Cilla is the one with the overbite most opinionated South Africans com- And when she gets asked to comment – the singer. Karen’s the one with the menting on television” as they are busy elevision is generally poor, or on things in the show, her answers are as squint – the actress. Actually, she is in watching it. I don’t know if you have should I say very poor in this inane as her facial expression. Still, how one of my favourite films, ‘Red Dirt’. But watched it yet, but basically you are country – not sure if this is a do I know this? Because I watch it. that too, is not for here. watching people watching TV, and what fact (that everyone or most peo- I see tons of the sensation-seeking Point is, it’s either this, or you would they would say as they watch television. Tple would agree on), or if this is just my drivel that other people must be finding have to be a sport enthusiast (sport cov- Sounds really interesting hey? Intel- humble opinion. But, there it is. very amusing and/or exciting, like ‘My erage is very good on our televisions, ligent even? At last…people who will be Our pay television channels cost an Big Fat Fabulous Life’; or programmes right?), or you would have to love cook- telling us just how terrible our television arm and a bit of a leg – and for what? about people who are too short or too ing, cooking, cooking and some more channels are and engage intelligently Mostly repeats of films and dated syndi- thin, or who have a few limbs missing cooking (and for some variation on the about what should be on TV. But wait, cated shows like ‘America’s Got Talent’ (or additional ones where no human be- theme, baking, baking and some more there’s more…watch it and see for your- and or ‘X-Factor’ etc. – the winners of ing should have any) looking for love; or baking) – basically the “food porn” self. which we already know via Google. How ones that have lost so much weight, they channels. The few channels like National It is the biggest load of codswallop. much fun can that really be, and how now just don’t know what to do with all Geographic, History and Animal Planet The most intelligent responses I heard much value am I getting for my bob? I the excess skin! I have a few ideas but will from time to time have something on the one occasion I watched ‘Goggle- The Guide ask you this with tears in my navy blue, that is not for here… worthwhile watching. box’ was: “Sjoe!” or “Eish”; or “Ooooh, Your guide to bloodshot eyes – mostly caused by the But I, like most of you I would imag- Oh, and the BBC Channel…and some- jinne, I can’t look…there is too much the best of what very poor television I am speaking of. ine, watch the bunkum they throw at times there is something worthwhile to blood!” Or, “That is the husband that is happening Yet, every year I pay my TV license us. Well, I guess it’s either we watch watch on the Comedy Central Channel cheated on her, and now he wants to go in and around religiously, because I believe it is “the the aforementioned, or we would have as well. back to her. She’d be a fool to take him Johannesburg. right thing to do” and at the end of ev- to watch re-runs of ‘America’s Funniest Then there is this cleverly named back after what he did to her…” To list your event, ery month my phone goes “beep-beep” Home Videos’ or ‘Knightrider’ or ‘Bay- channel called “Encore” or “SABC En- Verrrry “intelligent”. Highly “opinion- email: to indicate that my debit order for DStv watch’ or heaven forbid, ‘MacGyver’! I core”, I think is its real name – a clever ated”…welcome to South Africa. Eish… [email protected] has gone through yet again. Yet, when I think even the old ‘Dallas’ is in the mix way to legally/legitimately con us into

Extra show added to Jimmy THEATRE THEATRE THEATRE THEATRE Events Events Events Sophiatown Breath Taken 2 – 3 Apr @ 3pm (Sat – Sun), Parkers Comedy and Jive (Sat – Sun) glorious music. competitions at the event for Despite it being know for vio- The story of a couple that 8pm (Sat) Get to see Vittorio Leonardi, R120 – R350 2 Apr @ 7pm cash and prizes. Carr’s ‘Funny Business’ lence, Sophiatown was a vi- need to make life choices that R200 – R300 Eureka Nkese, Farhan Esat Emperors Palace. 64 Jones R150 – R250 1 Apr @ 12pm brant nerve centre for music, result in dramatic conse- Theatre of Marcellus. 64 and Mark Banks this weekend Road, Kemption Park. (Tel) Springs Indoor Sports Arena. R350 culture and art. This produc- quences. What will they do, Jones Road, Kempton Park. at Parkers. 011-328-1937 or 16 South Main Reed Road, The Mall of the South. Cnr tion captures the vibrancy on how will achieve the right out- (Tel) 011-928-1000 or 0800- 2 Apr 2 8pm 0800-915-8000 Springs. 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(Tel) 0861- ety of dance styles as well as Events R40 – R120 keeping the local fashion He has a love for geology and Alan Committie in Love Factu- 670-670 developing young talent. Get Emirates Airline Park. Off Beit scene fresh. Definitely a show mountains and this shows in ally to see their show ‘Nouvelle The Rand Show 2016 Street, new Doornfontein, Jo- not be missed this weekend. his works. Jonathan uses In Love Factually our every- A musical murder mystery Era’ this weekend. South Africa’s biggest con- hannebsurg. 2 Apr @ 9pm fresco, oil and tempera paint- man hero also investigates Brought to you by Rob Rodell 1 Apr @ 7pm sumer show is back. There is (Tel) 011-402-2960 R80 ing t capture the beauty of everything from Tinder to text – this a new concept for ‘mur- R120 so much to do and see at this Carousel, Cheyenne Saloon. rock formations and mountain breakups, online attractions der mystery’ evenings which Roodepoort Theatre. 100 year’s show. Some of the Queen of Hearts Icebreaker Carousel Entertainment Cen- scapes. and detractions, surviving as involves hit songs from the Christian de Wet Road, Flori- things you can expect: Singles Party tre, Babelegi, Pretoria. (Tel) 31 Mar – 18 Apr @ 9am a post-modern, metro-quasi- 80’s to the 2000’s. da Park, Roodepoort. (Tel) SANDF Show, Science and Mingle among other singles 012-718-7777 Free dexi-semi-multi-mano-sexual 3 Apr @ 6:30pm 011-674-1357 Technology Show, Robotics and find your match. Every- Gallery Momo. 52 7th Ave- and exploring single vs min- R100 Championship, Motoring Ex- one gets a card at the begin- Bubbles and Bottles nue, Parktown North, Johan- gle. Barnyard Theatre, Cresta. Jittery Citizens hibits and more. ning of the evening and the Saturdays is the day to just nesburg. (Tel) 011-327-3247 31 Mar – 3 Apr @ 8pm (Fri), Cresta Shopping centre, off Enjoy an evening of ‘improv 1 – 3 Apr @ 9am quest is to find the card that relax and unwind. 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Cnr of Maude and Cnr Jan Smuts Avenue and doing what they know and ences and shared experienc- Hoofd Street, Braamfontein. If you appreciate art and cul- 5th Street, Sandton. William Nicol Drive, Hyde hope for the best. Bohemian Rhapsody es of three South Africans. (Tel) 0861-670-670 ture then this event if for you. (Tel) 083-360-5533 Park. (Tel) 011-325-4340 1 – 30 Apr @ 9am This is not a musical; this isn’t The lives of these very differ- Expect to enjoy great food, Free Freddie Mercury’s biography. ent characters converge on Swing Swing Swing – A musical live music, art and a fashion Chris De Burgh and Band Live Fast Fest Everard Read. 6 Jellicoe Av- Jimmy Carr Instead the audience are giv- the floor of a Joburg gym. Revue exhibition. His success spans more than Nitro Raceway in Brakpan will enue, Rosebank. 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31 March - 06 April 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 5 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Rocco de Villiers returns in Josh Groban back on SA ‘Stages’ showcase of popular hymns

Inspired by the music of his latest ulti-platinum recording album, ‘Beautiful Beautiful Hymns’, artist Josh Groban will popular pianist Rocco de Villiers will be returning to South present a brand new show where the Africa in the com- piano and music takes center stage. ingM week in support of his number De Villiers will light up Pieter To- one album ‘Stages’, to perform in erien’s Montecasino Main Theatre Johannesburg, Durban and Cape from April 6 to 17 in ‘Amazing Grace’, Town. featuring such standards as ‘Abide Groban will showcase his musical With Me’, ‘The Holy City’, ‘Amazing prowess in Joburg at the Ticketpro Grace’, ‘Ave Maria’, ‘Glory Glory Hal- Dome on Friday, April 8. lelujah’, ‘How Great Thou Art’, ‘Holy With over 25 million albums sold Holy Holy’, ‘O Holy Night’, ‘Onward worldwide, the LA native first broke Christian Soldiers’ and ‘Silent Night’. out in 2001 with his self titled debut Joining the pianist on stage to album and has gone on to release celebrate this trove of music will be five multi-platinum albums. Gro- bagpipe player Estian Zietsman, or- ban has been nominated for more ganist Pieter van den Berg, violinist than a dozen awards, including an Lizelle le Roux, percussionist Stephen American Music Award, a World Liebenberg and actress Lauren Botha. Music Award, a Juno Award, two This performance will be in Eng- Grammy Awards and an Academy lish with some Afrikaans. Audiences Award. He has performed with some Josh Groban can look forward to every hymn being of the most celebrated artists in treated like a treasured tune: staged history, including Barbra Streisand, and lit with the utmost care and as Andrea Bocelli and Celine Dion. In his fans have come to expect from De South Africa, he is one of the most as “gorgeously arranged songs that George’, ‘Sweeney Todd’ and ‘Into Villiers, superbly played. successful international artists of have stood the test of time”. Re- the Woods’; ‘The Fantasticks’, ‘A De Villiers’ CD’s, DVD’s, sheet mu- the past 10 years, having sold over corded with producers Humberto Chorus Line’; Andrew Lloyd Weber’s sic, toy pianos and Stoompomp Fash- 750000 albums. Gatica and Bernie Herms in both ‘Phantom of the Opera’ and ‘The ion will be on sale at the door. His latest album release ‘Stages’ Los Angeles and London’s Abbey Wizard of Oz’, amongst others. Gro- peaked at number 1 for three weeks Road (with a 75-piece orchestra), ban last performed in South Africa * Book at Computicket. on the South African music charts. ‘Stages’ features songs from ‘Les in 2011 with five sold out dates. The performance is 90 minutes, with Organist Pieter van den Berg, It is a collection of some of the Misérables’, Rodgers & Hammer- no interval. This performance will be Rocco de Villiers and bagpipe greatest musical theatre songs of all stein’s ‘Carousel’; Stephen Sond- * For ticketing information, consult in English with some Afrikaans. player Estian Zietsman time, which the artist has described heim’s ‘Sunday in the Park with Computicket.

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6 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 31 March - 06 April 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Entertainment Guide Josh Groban back on SA ‘Stages’ Celebrate April Fools’ with a comedy and beer combo

his is no April Fools’ prank – one of Jozi’s top attractions, The SAB World of Beer, has collaborated with Goliath & TGoliath, the famous South Africa’s comedy company, to host the April Fools’ Comedy Show on Friday, April 1. Celebrated around the world, April Fools’ Day is the one day a year when people are able to play practi- cal jokes on others. Their “victims” are known as April Fools. Also known as ‘All Fools’ Day’, it is one of the most light-hearted Mika Singh days of the year. “Many of The SAB World of Beer’s offerings are aligned to entertain- Your host Mojak Lehoko ment,” said Tony Rubin, World of Beer general manager. “The beer The King of Bollywood Pop to rock SA tour, while educational, is an enter- taining 75 minute walk through the “Since a person playing a joke af- ing of Bollywood Pop Mika industry with his distinct identity (Ready), ‘Desi Beat’ (Body Guard), history of beer in technicolour glory. ter midday is themselves, the ‘April Singh will soon be seen live and signature voice. A singer, com- ‘Pungi’ (Agent Vinod) and more re- We also host beer and food pair- fool’, this event is no joke. We are in concert. The South Afri- poser, performer, songwriter and cently, the super swag ‘Happy Hour’ ings and sport hospitality packages, certain that all who attend will be can Tour is set to be one of music director in his own right, (ABCD 2), the peppy ‘Aaj Ki Party’ so we thought why not expand our thoroughly entertained at the com- theK most-anticipated musical events Singh is better known as “The King (Bajrangi Bhaijaan), ‘Neendein Khul offering to a comedy show on the edy night,” adds Rubin. of the year, with shows scheduled of Bollywood”, having reached su- Jaati Hai’ (Hate Story 3) and the funniest day of the year.” for both Durban and Johannesburg. preme popularity in the industry. soulful ‘Heer Toh Badi Sad Hai’ * Tickets are R340 per person and Amrik Singh, who is popularly Over the years Singh has belted (Tamasha) and ‘Billo’, which is set tickets are available at www.webtick- known by his millions of fans as out tons of chart busters, from to be one of his biggest releases yet. The line-up of top class South Afri- ets.co.za. Mika Singh, was born to Ajmer his solo albums to Bollywood can comedians is: No under 18s. Singh Chandan and Balbir Kaur. soundtracks. * Mika Singh Live in Concert is slat- Included: Welcome drink upon ar- Brought up in Patna, India, he is Singh is the voice behind some of ed to take place on Saturday, April • Mojak Lehoko (the host) rival and dry snacks, potato crisps the youngest of six brothers along India’s most iconic party tracks over 2, at the ICC Arena in Durban and • Chris Forrest and peanuts will be served during with his brother Daler Singh (stage the years, including ‘Subha Hone Na Sunday, April 3, at Emperors Palace • Loyiso Madinga the interval. name Daler Mehndi). De’ (Desi Boys), ‘Gandibaat’ (R Raj- in Johannesburg. • Glen Biderman-Pam; and For more information, call 011 836 Gaining millions of fans across kumar), ‘Mauja Hi Mauja’ (Jab We Tickets, starting at R250, are now • Mo Mothebe 4900; or visit www.worldofbeer. the world, Mika Singh has enriched Met), ‘Tu Mere Agal Bagal’ (Phata available at Computicket. co.za. both the Punjabi and Hindi music Poster Nikla Hero), ‘Dhinka Chika’

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Road, Fourways, Melville. one of the greatest artists. 4 Rhapsody’, ‘We are the and its famous Shisanyama. R150 (Tel) 011-403-1563 (Tel) 011-511-1864 (Tel) 011-005-4405 performances only! champions’ and more. 2 Apr @ 2pm Voortrekker Monument. 335 31 Mar – 3 Apr @ 8pm (Thur- 31 Mar – 17 Apr @ 8pm R80 Eeufees Road, Groenkloof. The Little Prince Gold Reef City Theme Park Rosebank Sunday Market Sat), 3pm (Sun) R120 – R180 Bahama Pub and Restaurant. (Tel) 012-326-6770 Based on the bestselling book Gold Reef City Theme Park Rosebanks own Rooftop flea R150 – R250 Barnyard Theatre, Rivonia. 10632 Kgaswane Street, by Antoine de Saint Exupery. has an abundance of adven- market with over 400 stalls. Mandela Theatre, Joburg Cnr Witkoppen and Rivonia Kwa-Thema, Springs. (Tel) 13th SAJE Jazz Conference The story of a boy far from tures, it won’t be long before Expect to find African Arts and Theatre. Cnr Loveday & Roads, Sunninghill. ( 0800-915-8000 Hosted by Wits Music with a home who learns important you’ll be drawn to the squeals Crafts, International Foods, Hoofd Street, Braamfontein. Tel) 011-467-6983 variety of performances tak- life lessons on his travels. of delight! Also the only place clothing and collectables. (Tel) 0861-670-670 Guy Buttery ing place at Wits and The Or- 31 Mar – 10 Apr @ 10:30am in Southern Africa where you Sun @ 9am Lucy Ramantsoe Durban born and ready to re- bit Jazz Club and Bistro. Get R90 – R110 can enjoy a 4D movie! Free Mika Singh Lucy will be launching her lease his new album, Guy to see ‘Mario Roms Interzone’ The National Children’s The- 9:30am-5pm The Mall of Rosebank. 20 Sing along and feel the new album titled ‘The Glory’. Buttery has been in the music from Austria this weekend. atre. 3 Junction Avenue, R100-R175 Baker Street, Upper level, rhythm as Mika Singh sings She will perform some of her scene for just over 2 years 1 Apr @ 8:30pm Parktown. Cnr Northern Parkway & Data Mall of Rosebank, Rosebank. some of his biggest hits and latest material and be cele- with great success. He is cur- The Orbit. 81 de Korte Street, (Tel) 011-484-1584 Crescent, Ormonde, Johan- (Tel) 082-465-5458 fan favourites. He is known as brating her birthday. VIP rently on tour and performing Braamfontein. (Tel) 011-339- nesburg, the ‘Badshah of Bollywood’. guests will get to enjoy dinner with other local favourites. 6645 Bounce Inc SA (Tel) 011-248-6800 Whole Food Market 3 Apr @ 7:30pm with her at the birthday cele- 1 Apr @ 6pm South Africa’s first trampoline An intimate food market fo- R250 – R1500 brations after the show. R150 – R200 The Reckoning park is open and waiting for Ice Skating cused on delivering quality Emperors Palace. 64 Jones 2 Apr Trio Greenside. 116 Green- The band ‘The Reckoning’ will you to come and jump, dive, Learn how to ice skate at the seasonal local grown food. Road, Kempton Park. @ 3pm way Road, Greenside. 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is death, but Morkel manages to nego- Review of the week tiate with the arrogant Colonel to save Film: Modder en Bloed the boy’s life. Should the prisoners win a Cast: Stian Bam, Grant Swanby, Char- rugby match against the officer’s prized lotte Salt, Michael Richard, Patrick Regimental team who’ve never been Connelly, Deon Lotz beaten, he’ll spare the boy’s life. How- Director: Sean Else ever, should they lose, Colonel Swan- Classification: 13 LPV nell will shoot both Morkel and the boy. Reviewer: Peter Feldman The challenge is that the prisoners have never played rugby before and are given 3/5 only a few weeks in which to assemble a makeshift team for the contest. The only person with any knowledge of the game o many Afrikaans films are coming is Irish prisoner Finn Kelley (Patrick Con- off the conveyor belt that it’s dif- nelly) who takes it upon himself to coach ficult to keep track of them, but at the men. It’s a daunting task. They don’t least it’s providing members of the even have a ball with which to play. But Sindustry with much-needed work. they have the will. ‘Modder en Bloed’ is one of the better The film moves into interesting terri- productions to emerge in recent weeks. tory here where the various characters are It captures the era - the Anglo-Boer war more broadly defined as they accept the in 1901 - and will hold you enthralled challenge. not only by the powerful acting of its The acting is solid, with Swanby pull- Movies predominantly male cast, but also by the ing out all the stops in turning his char- blood and guts of its subject matter. acter into a monster of a man with no Last Week: It’s not an easy topic to digest and A scene from ‘Modder en Bloed’ redeeming features. Bam also stands out there is no grey area in Sean Else’s film. as the potent Willem Morkel. It’s either black or white and the British If there is a gripe it concerns the over- certainly don’t emerge from this one with kill in the brutality department, which any laurels. They are depicted as arrogant they find themselves prisoners. brutality and the conditions in which the becomes a relentless onslaught on the and brutish thugs who derive great plea- The captured men are regarded as reb- men are kept, but these also fall on deaf senses. sure from torturing and belittling their els and are not treated as regular soldiers, ears. Another questionable aspect here is Boer captives on the notorious St Helena which means their fate is in the hands of One of the key prisoners is Willam that the film suggests that Springbok ‘Batman v Island and systematically destroying their the their captives and they can be shot Morkel (Stian Bam), a beast of a man rugby began in this prisoner of war camp Superman: Dawn spirit. on a whim. whose farm was burnt down by the Brit- when the team chose a springbok as of Justice’ The men, who hail from different The only shaft of light comes from ish and whose family were murdered. He their emblem and used brute force in the areas in South Africa, are beaten and Governor Sterndale (Michael Richard) is a strong willed, self sufficient individu- scrums as their weapon of destruction. starved and placed in steel coffins in the who observes what is going on under al with hatred in his heart, but one facing Overall, though, ‘Modder en Bloed’ is ground to break their will. They are ran- his nose but seems powerless to act. His overwhelming odds. an engrossing exercise in the filmmaker’s domly shot by Colonel Swannell (Grant feisty widowed daughter, Katherine (Eng- The story then takes a surprise twist craft. Director Sean Else utilises his skills Swanby), a psychopath masquerading as lish actress Charlotte Sale of ‘Casualty’ TV when one of the younger prisoners tries to shape a film with pace, texture and a ‘Freeheld’ the head of the St Helena camp where fame), however, speaks out against the to escape and is caught. His punishment healthy dose of excitement.

FILM: MISS YOU ALREADY remember a time when they didn’t CAST: Drew Barrymore, Toni Col- share everything from secrets and lette, Dominic Cooper, Jacqueline clothes to boyfriends. Milly has a Bisset, Paddy Considine high-flying job and lives in a beauti- DIRECTOR: Catherine Hardwicke ful townhouse with husband Kit and OPENS: April 1 their two kids. Jess is a town planner and she An honest and powerful story that and her boyfriend Jago live on a bo- follows the lives of two best friends, hemian houseboat on a London ca- Milly (Toni Collette) and Jess (Drew nal. Their friendship is as rock solid Barrymore), as they navigate life’s as ever, until the day Milly is hit with highs and lows. Inseparable since life-changing news. they were young girls, they can’t

Stephan Jones as Jesse Owens in ‘Race’

FILM: RACE an inspiring drama about one man’s Shrapnel and Waterhouse also CAST: Stephan James, JASON SUDEI- fight to become an Olympic legend. sought to go beyond the bound- KIS, JEREMY IRONS, WILLIAM HURT, In writing the screenplay for aries of a typical sports film, onto CARICE VAN HOUTEN, SHANICE BANTON ‘Race’, Joe Shrapnel and Anna a broader social and political can- DIRECTOR: Stephen Hopkins Waterhouse chose to focus on the vas. Shrapnel elaborates, “In order OPENING: April 1 most eventful years of the legend- for the audience to appreciate the ary runner’s life, beginning at the enormity of Owens’ accomplish- Based on the incredible true story of age of 19 when he first arrived at ments - the scale and importance of Jesse Owens (Stephan James), the Ohio State University, and ending his victories - we had to give them legendary athletic superstar whose with his triumphant run(s) two years background and history; people quest to become the greatest track later on the world stage. may not know just how close these and field athlete in history thrusts As Waterhouse explains, “A cra- Games came to not happening, or him onto the world stage of the dle-to-grave story didn’t interest happening without U.S. participa- 1936 Olympics, where he faces off us, and we felt we could suggest a tion. As it was, the Berlin Games against Adolf Hitler’s vision of Ary- lot of what came before and after were the last Olympics until after an supremacy. ‘Race’ is an enthrall- for him through the prism of this World War II. The world was chang- ing film about courage, determina- particularly significant stretch in ing fast.” tion, tolerance, and friendship, and Jesse’s life.” Drew Barrymore & Toni Collette in ‘Miss You Already’

8 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 31 March - 06 April 2016 The Next 48hOURS • Lifestyle ‘Rock Royalty’ gets the ‘50 Carat Gold’ treatment at Barnyard Theatres

ans of classic pop and rock music are in for a treat at Barnyard Theatres across Gauteng during the com- ingF weeks. ‘50 Carat Gold’, a trib- ute to 50 of the greatest songs and most defining moments in modern music history, is currently showing until April 24 at The Barnyard The- atre Emperors Palace, while ‘Rock Royalty’, which pays tribute to the The members of Jungle androgynously flamboyant and out- rageous music legends of our time, can be seen at The Barnyard Theatre Pretoria, from April 5 to April 17. International festival heavyweights ‘50 Carat Gold’ features a 10-piece cast that perform songs that have topped the charts for the for Sowing the Seeds last 60 years - from the brilliance of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ to the heart- Get your dancing feet ready for a irresistible, report-to-the-dance floor rending ‘I Will Always Love You’. ‘Rock Royalty’ is rocking Pretoria groovy afternoon of euphoric melo- sound, but there are many ingredi- Music has appeared on the charts dies at Emmarentia Dam on Saturday, ents. It’s P-Funk and ‘Grand Theft in many styles and forms and ‘50 April 2, at the Sowing the Seeds Mu- Auto’; it’s Curtis Mayfield and ‘Tron’; Carat Gold’ aims to cover every im- sic and Lifestyle Festival. it’s the Beach Boys and Joy Division portant song that made an impact International headliners, Ice- and Marvin Gaye and Can, all cut up on tens of millions of lives across best songs in the Afrikaans musi- well as rock divas Janis Joplin, Pink landic indie folk band Of Monsters and refracted in a London neighbour- the decades - from what is regarded cal canon get a thorough working and Tina Turner. The oeuvres of for- And Men, and the UK’s biggest funk hood where anything can happen. by many as the greatest pure rock through by the cast, with ‘Loslappie’ midable rockers Alice Cooper, Mick band, Jungle, will be supported by Before they had even had an official and roll song of all time, ‘Blue by Kurt Darren so far having proved Jagger and Meat Loaf and evergreen local acts BCUC, December Streets record out in America they were sell- Suede Shoes’, to the greatest rock to be a massive crowd favourite. musos like Elton John, Freddie Mer- and Matthew Mole. ing out shows back to back, and have anthems of all time, namely ‘We Will ‘Rock Royalty’ will aim to give cury and James Brown will also be Of Monsters And Men are bound recently been announced as part of Rock You’ and ‘We are the Cham- Pretoria audiences a music experi- covered. to set the stage ablaze as they per- the UK’s Lovebox Festival, where they pions’ by Queen, as well as ‘Don’t ence as close to the real thing as form their mix of indie, folk, and al- will play alongside Major Lazer, LCD Stop Believin’ by Journey. Also cov- possible. * For bookings, call The Barnyard ternative tunes. From Lollapalooza, Soundsystem and many more. ered are the some of the greatest The 10-piece cast will pay tribute Theatre Emperors Palace on 011 928 to Bonnaroo, Coachella, Glastonbury modern pop songs, like ‘Dark Horse’ to legends the like of Chuck Berry 1108 and The Barnyard Theatre Pre- and more, the band has headlined * Tickets priced at R495 excl. book- by Katy Perry, as well as the greatest and Little Richard; classic rock icons toria on 012 368 1555. some of the world’s most iconic mu- ing fee, can be purchased at www. South African song of all time, like Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC To book online and for more infor- sic festivals, and are ready to rock the sowingtheseeds.co.za. ‘Asimbonanga’ by Johnny Clegg. and Queen; eighties rockers Def mation, www.barnyardtheatre.co.za. afternoon away at Emmarentia Dam. Gates open at 10am. Not to be left out, some of the Leppard, Bon Jovi and Journey; as There’s no blueprint to Jungle’s

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(Tel) 011-761- The Origins Centre tells a This is the second event of The evening includes Bare the existing Magic Company 0226 or 082-411-6898 Museum Africa story of how all humans be- the year and promises to be Butt Butlers, Demonstration entertainment store. The Johannesburg Art Gallery (Weekends) This is one of Johannesburg’s gan in Africa, developed tools, even more thumping than the from Soulstres Sensual Fit- Bowling arena caters for all Founded in 1910, the Johan- biggest history and cultural language, art and spirituality. first. The lineup is stellar, fea- ness and confidence boosting families and groups, including nesburg Art Gallery is a major Kids Traffic Land museums housed in the old The Centre contains the latest turing Just Smart, Rick H, To- tips from So Chic. corporate team builds and Art Museum in South Africa. 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31 March - 06 April 2016 www.48hours.co.za The Next 48hOURS 9 The Next 48hOURS • Fooding Around Feeling peachy…and peppery

hey are crisp, sweet and de- present itself. Fooding around with licious and make any dish I have a beautiful peach tree in Jenny Morris come alive. They scream my garden and the moment the first Mediterranean to me. I am blossoms appear my heart starts Tof course referring to red peppers. to race. I get so excited about the You might be interested to know transformation of that beautiful pink that a green pepper is just an unripe flower into a juicy luscious fruit. I red pepper. I believe that red pep- tried this recipe and loved it. I grilled pers contain more than 200 percent the peaches ever so slightly and add- of your daily vitamin C intake. They ed rocket and shredded chicken to are a powerful antioxidant; and they it and made a delicious salad. Why are great for your eyesight, because don’t you give it a try? they contain a good amount of Vi- tamin A. Let’s cook! I believe that red peppers are one of the veggies highest in lycopene, Roast Peppers & Peaches @jennymorrischef which has been shown to help pre- vent many cancers, including pros- Ingredients: Method: tate and lung. • 5 Red Peppers, cut into thin Preheat your oven to 180°C then Another thing I’m told is that red strips toss the sliced peppers in the olive peppers increase your metabolic rate • A decent glug of Olive Oil oil, sugar, ground coriander, salt without increasing your heart rate • A big pinch of Brown Sugar and pepper then pop it on a baking and blood pressure. • A pinch of each Cumin, Ground tray and into the oven for about 40 Now, I have eaten peppers raw Coriander and Dried Chilli Flakes minutes or until lightly caramelised. and cooked and always in savoury • Salt and cracked Black Pepper Once the peppers have cooled down dishes. I have not really given much to taste to touching temperature, mix them thought to mixing them with fruit. • 4 Yellow Cling Peaches, halved, with the peaches and lemon juice. I came across this recipe written pitted and sliced Serve as a side dish sprinkled with by Justin Bonello and it combines • The Juice of about half a Lemon plenty of fresh coriander. peaches and roasted peppers. I love • A small handful of Fresh Cori- PS: These go really well with roast peaches and usually can’t wait for ander lamb! Roast Peppers & Peaches the summer for this luscious fruit to Recipe by Justin Bonello Explore a world of taste at Ekurhuleni Wine & Whisky Fest

The Ekurhuleni Wine and Whisky year. They will not only gain people Festival, set to take place at the and marketing skills, but will also D’oreale Grande Gardens at Emper- receive formal wine appreciation ors Palace from April 1 to 3, prom- training from SA Wines,” contin- ises to delight connoisseurs and ued Lustaba. fanatics alike with premium whisky From Saturday to Sunday, April and wine tasters, paired with vari- 2 to 3, festivalgoers can expect to ous food options and ambient en- be entertained by Metro FM’s Pru, tertainment throughout. Joemann and Cubique, and local “The Ekurhuleni Wine & Whis- Kasi FM deejay, DJ MXO. Over and ky Festival is poised to become a above the complimentary tastings hallmark annual affair that will at the various stalls, visitors will be fuse entertainment and empower- able to buy merchandise at cellar ment in such a manner that it will prices. A selection of scrumptious have a lasting, positive impact on eats will complement the beverag- the Ekurhuleni community,” said es, including freshly baked breads, Tshepang Lustaba from organisers a selection of cheeses, olives, oys- Asakhe Events. ters and cold meats. On Friday April 1, a workshop will be hosted to present owners * Tickets are priced at R120 per of taverns, restaurants and liquor person and includes a wine glass stores with an opportunity to meet for tastings and printed wine top distilleries and wineries. Here guide. VIP tickets are R350 per they will also sample products and person and include a snack plat- learn the finer details about whisky ter, two bottles of wine (red and and wine. In addition, thirty to white), a stylish cap, wine glasses forty young adults will be trained and a wine guide. to act as runners and promot- Doors will open at 5pm on Friday, ers during the build-up, and dur- and at 11am on both Saturday and ing the event itself. “A significant Sunday. For more information or to amount of time will be invested to buy tickets, call the Emperors Pal- train these youngsters and to en- ace Box Office on 011 928 1297; sure that they retain the skills. The or visit www.emperorspalace.com. idea is to keep on utilising them for Alternatively visit www.ekurhuleni- other promotions right through the wineandwhisky.co.za.

10 The Next 48hOURS www.48hours.co.za 31 March - 06 April 2016 TheThe Next Next 48hOURS 48hOURS • •Lifestyle Lifestyle Seasonal fashion that works for you

Layering – Do not be afraid to wear Tassels – While this does represent a black top and block-heeled boots. layers, which would make you look a new take on the boho look, you By RoxyK more chic and sleek. Try a tailored cannot really wear too much of it. Choosing a solid tone could also help Email: [email protected] skirt with a soft cashmere roll-neck I have spotted tasseled shoes, skirts, you transform your outfit from day knit paired with a sleeveless jacket, jackets and more jackets and they to night. he fashion industry is being or a long knitted dress worn with a are definitely in season, but wear one For example, an extra-length bombarded with so many trendy cropped jacket. These styles tasseled item - either a jacket with black maxi dress worn with a jacket different styles, cuts and de- may go against the rules, but this look a plain skirt in the same fabric, or a during the day can be worn with signs at the moment. Even will make you feel mod in instant plain suede dress with tasseled boots. sparkly jewellery at night and khaki- Tthe recently held Mercedes Benz coloured “cankles”. Fashion Show showed us print on Flare – Tunic knits are back and Suede – Yes, the seventies’ suede The colour this season is the ever print, a burst of colour with simple available in a variety of colours and is back this season. The variety of popular plum and burgundy, which contemporary cuts. cuts. My favourite is the A-line cut, clothing available in this tan colour will carry us through the winter. Leather jackets and boots made which is fitted on the top and falls and fabric are endless. From skirts, Bags, scarves and jewellery should be its appearance again this year, which gracefully into a flare from the top. tops, jackets, pants to dresses, they stylish, but practical. I like bags with were paired with soft, silky knits in These are available in the full length, are ALL available in suede. some colour such as orange and just both dresses and skirts. or knee length. This is one piece that The golden rule is NEVER wear to a hint of snakeskin to give the outfit Ultimately, it is not what you you can rely on whatever the weather. much of one colour. In other words, a “wow” look. wear, so much as how you wear it If you have a more silhouette figure be creative. Pair your items carefully Be wise, though, when buying this that matters. My rules this season are then the straight cut will suit you just so that they look more retro. I sug- season’s trends. definitely clothing that are simple fine, paired with a must-have tartan gest a suede skirt, which can easily be Remember that one item can be and comfortable. Let’s take a look at shawl and the latest boots, called paired with a soft grey polo neck jer- worn in many ways. So, go out and my ideas. “cankles”, which is slightly higher The classic trench coat never sey and a longer length animal print- be glam this season with classic, than the ankle styles. seems to go out of style ed scarf; or suede slacks worn with comfortable styles.

Tsogo Sun showcases culinary diversity at Tasting Table

By Naushad Khan • Duck Calvados: Roasted Duck, you can engage with the chefs in ac- served on a layer of their famous cal- tion in the show kitchen. aving travelled the Middle vados Apple Glaze - by Preshanthan Great venue for business lunches, East and South East Asia Pillay of Back O The Moon at Gold group functions or just a lazy lunch extensively, it always fasci- Reef City. Fine dining with great ser- or dinner in the heart of Sandton. nated me how much locals vice and a live band makes any trip useH hotel restaurants and facilities to Back O The Moon a memorable Valrhona 5 Chocolate Bomb - by Pre- for business and pleasure. In fact, one. nolan Naidoo of The Grill Jichana at many businessmen in India will check Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani. into a local Five Star hotel and have • Grilled salmon with steamed sea- This was the final course and it was friends and family over to relax with sonal vegetables, avo, cucumber and spectacular. and entertain. It worries me to see tomato salsa - by Kenneth Ngubane A real show stopper that is worth how many local hotel restaurants and of Jenda at Montecasino. making a stop at The Grill Jichana business facilities within these hotels With multiple seating options both for whenever you are in Durban. go unused by locals. The perception indoor and outdoor, Jenda is one of is that hotel facilities are for staying guests only –how wrong this is. Most hotel groups in SA invest in modern facilities, keep staff abreast Duck Calvados of the latest trends and train them to deliver good service to all guests, both in-house and visitors. One such The menu consisted of: ed many international taste buds group that is leading the pack in this including Sting and Prince Charles regard is the proudly South African • Mollusco: squid ink scallop tortel- and brings all of this experience and brand, Tsogo Sun. lini and red roe espuma; crab and sea skill right here in Fourways, Sandton. year. They will not only gain people With hotels across the leisure bass sashimi; green tea sorbet - by With fresh ingredients and stylish and marketing skills, but will also spectrum, Tsogo Sun offer locals and Greg Gautier of Lucé at Southern Mediterranean inspired dishes, the receive formal wine appreciationvisitors world class facilities and ser- Sun Hyde Park. menu caters for many a discerning training from SA Wines,” contin-vice right on our doorstep. What re- This stylish restaurant with sweep- palate. ued Lustaba. ally captured my attention are their ing views of Sandton offers diners Their Sunday lunches have become From Saturday to Sunday, April serious investment and first class the finest Italian cuisine with a fu- an institution in Fourways and it is 2 to 3, festivalgoers can expect tofood and beverage offerings across sion of Japanese flavours. This is an best you book in advance to secure Durban-style lamb curry be entertained by Metro FM’s Pru, their hotel brands in the past couple excellent venue for business lunches, your table. Joemann and Cubique, and localof years. group functions and those intimate Kasi FM deejay, DJ MXO. Over and For several years, Tsogo Sun have celebrations of special occasions. • Chilli garlic prawns - by Deena the hippest restaurants to be seen at. A two hour plus lunch with some 30 above the complimentary tastings been working hard to train staff and Naidoo of Aarya at SunSquare Mon- From casual snacking options to foodie media, this was a menu that at the various stalls, visitors will beupgrade many of their properties to • Smoked chicken breast supreme tecasino, South Africa’s first Mas- deliciously prepared mains, you are really delivered a culinary feast by able to buy merchandise at cellarensure that Food and Beverage is served with poached pears in saf- terchef winner. bound to enjoy a visit to Jenda with some of the stars in SA dining. prices. A selection of scrumptiousseen as one of the key revenue driv- fron, micro greens gorgonzola cheese Make sure you give their butter friends or family. They also have a “We’re extremely proud of how far eats will complement the beverag-ers in their business, and not just a and walnut crumble and red pep- chicken a try as it is said to be one private wine tasting bar for the bud- Tsogo Sun has come over the last es, including freshly baked breads,service to in-house guests. padew dressing -by Jade Sullaphen of the best in Joburg, however the ding sommelier in you. few years with the overall quality a selection of cheeses, olives, oys- With a talented pool of some of of Punchinello’s at Southern Sun lamb ribs did the trick for me when of its food and beverage offerings,” ters and cold meats. the best General Managers and Ex- Montecasino. Chef Jade has delight- I visited. Durban-style lamb curry - by says Priya Naidoo, General Manager: ecutive chefs on the continent, they Shaun Munro of Lingela at Southern Group Communications of Tsogo * Tickets are priced at R120 per have upped their game to such an ex- Sun Elangeni & Maharani. Sun. person and includes a wine glass tent that their chefs are now scoop- Chef Munro and his team produce “We have assumed custodianship for tastings and printed wine ing local inter-hotel chef’s challenges thousands of meals every day across of the food and beverage business guide. VIP tickets are R350 per in every department. the two hotel towers with style and within the group and we are ensuring person and include a snack plat- I recently had the pleasure of grace. Any stay at this property is that it is a critical delivery factor in ter, two bottles of wine (red and meeting some of the chefs at the special and dining at Lingela is a the overall hospitality environment; white), a stylish cap, wine glasses stylish Southern Sun Hyde Park for must when on the North Beach in after all, it employs a third of our and a wine guide. what was billed as The Tasting Table, Durban. Experience the true Durban workforce. Doors will open at 5pm on Friday, and what a delightfully creative culi- curry here, with specially prepared Food and beverage is part and and at 11am on both Saturday and nary experience this was. The signa- spices and local ingredients. parcel of being hospitable, and our Sunday. For more information or to ture dishes on the eight-course menu F&B offering is all about ensuring buy tickets, call the Emperors Pal-served by the chefs at the Tsogo Sun Spiced textured carrot cake: Pista- excellent, honest and memorable de- ace Box Office on 011 928 1297;Tasting Table are all available on the chio nut dacquoise; caramel spiced livery of food and beverage.” or visit www.emperorspalace.com. respective menus of the restaurants carrot; cardamom ice cream; warm Alternatively visit www.ekurhuleni-represented by the eight chefs. white chocolate ganache - by Garth * For reservation contact details, visit wineandwhisky.co.za. Chilli garlic prawns Shnier of San at Sandton Sun, where www.tsogosun.com.

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