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Two Hartenberg Chardonnays in Wine Spectator’s top SA lineup Two Hartenberg Chardonnays in Wine Spectator’s top SA lineup
Hartenberg, the acclaimed Stellenbosch wine estate, has been singled out yet again by a leading international wine publication as one of South Africa’s top cellars, this time for their Chardonnay.
Plus White: The Teeth Whitening Experts Plus White: The Teeth Whitening Experts
Plus White oral rinse is proud to introduce the first oral rinse sachet in South Africa! Now available in a convenient 7.5ml sachet; this innovative packaging is designed for convenient ‘on-the-go’ use for all day oral hygiene, wherever you are.
CAROTINO PALM FRUIT OIL CAROTINO PALM FRUIT OIL
Carotino Palm Fruit Oil is now available in South Africa and everyone who is interested in maintaining good health for their family, will benefit from using it.
Justtouchit 2010 – Bringing the world, literally, to your fingertips! Justtouchit 2010 – Bringing the world, literally, to your fingertips!
Justtouchit 2010 – The Conference, South Africa’s second definitive Interactive Self-Service Kiosk and Digital Media conference and expo to be held at the Midrand Conference Centre on May 4th and 5th, has attracted some of the best international and local speakers in the field.
Perdeberg parades to the Cape Town Carnival Perdeberg parades to the Cape Town Carnival
Perdeberg Winery has released a special edition charity wine range for the Cape Town Carnival, which will take place from the 18th to the 20th of March 2010.
Interview with Brian Coppin Interview with Brian Coppin
Interview with Brian Coppin
Rave international reviews in 2010 for Hartenberg The Stork Rave international reviews in 2010 for Hartenberg The Stork
The Stork, the expressive, richly layered single vineyard Shiraz produced by Hartenberg Wine Estate, regarded as one of South Africa’s leading and oldest producers of this grape variety, has received exceptional reviews in two consecutive months from authoritative British and American wine publications.
Secure Cold Chain essential for intact perishables delivery Secure Cold Chain essential for intact perishables delivery
Refrigeration systems will come under the spotlight at Africa’s Big Seven (AB7) Food and Beverage Expo, which takes place at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand near Johannesburg from 25 to 27 July 2010.
WOOLWORTHS STRANDVELD ROOIBOS TEA INVIGORATES A COMMUNITY WOOLWORTHS STRANDVELD ROOIBOS TEA INVIGORATES A COMMUNITY
If you’re a die-hard rooibos tea lover, you’ll want to be sure to add Woolworths new Strandveld rooibos tea to your shopping list. Not only is it a robustly flavoured, super fine premium quality tea, it’s being produced for Woolworths by a group of previously disadvantaged farmers from Elim, in the Strandveld area near Cape Agulhas, where it’s benefiting both the community’s socio-economic development and the environment.
Staffords launch new 70% cocoa Staffords launch new 70% cocoa
Staffords 70% Cocoa is the finest melting chocolate and described as ‘supreme dark, rich and decadent.’ It is made especially for Staffords and consists almost entirely of cocoa mass, sucrose, and lecithin. The packaging showcases the high quality of the product and is itself dark and rich.
GREENLIGHT FOR GREENFIELD GREENLIGHT FOR GREENFIELD
Consol Glass (Proprietary) Limited, the largest glass manufacturer in Africa, has announced that it will go ahead with its new Greenfield glass factory in Nigel south of Gauteng.
RED-HOT & ON SHELF RED-HOT & ON SHELF
At red espresso®, we like to push the boundaries – of tea, espresso and, more recently, our packaging. Unprecedented global demand for our uniquely South African innovation created an opportunity for us to make a bold new move with our retail pack.
Drink your dessert! Drink your dessert!
Add some pizzazz to your next dinner party by skipping the heavy dessert (and effort entailed!) and serving instead, the über-stylish 2001 Monis Muscadel on crushed ice.
Interview with Andrew Brand Interview with Andrew Brand
Fastmoving asked Andrew Brand from Ninety9cents a few questions.
From Thousands of Hopefuls, there can be only one Class Act From Thousands of Hopefuls, there can be only one Class Act
Every aspiring actor dreams of his big break, his chance to shine, to find that perfect role. Imagine that lead to becoming South Africa’s next leading man. Class Act, an initiative brought to life by Amstel Lager, will offer South African acting hopefuls the opportunity to attain their dream of becoming the country’s hottest new acting talent.
Sabrage World Record smashed with Pongrácz at the Bull Run Sabrage World Record smashed with Pongrácz at the Bull Run
Andrew Duminy, General Manager of The Bull Run Restaurant in Sandton and Pongrácz have successfully set a new Guinness World Record for opening the most sparkling wine bottles in one minute using a sabre according to the traditional ceremonial sabrage..
Waterkloof Estate releases two new reds under Circumstance label Waterkloof Estate releases two new reds under Circumstance label
Waterkloof, the new cellar outside Somerset West with its awe-inspiring architecture and panoramic views of False Bay, unlocks nature’s true potential with a new 2007 vintage double act in its acclaimed Circumstance collection – a Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Award winning winemaker is new Cellarmaster at Zonnebloem Award winning winemaker is new Cellarmaster at Zonnebloem
Zonnebloem, one of South Africa’s most enduring wine brands known particularly for its long lasting, robust reds, has a new Cellarmaster, the award winning white wine maker, Deon Boshoff.
Yardley Skin Hydro Tissue Oil Spray voted Product of the Year 2010 Yardley Skin Hydro Tissue Oil Spray voted Product of the Year 2010
The House of Yardley continues collecting accolades for their impressive range of brands and the high standards of quality control. Yardley Skin Hydro Tissue Oil Spray was recently awarded the coveted Product of the Year Award.
RAISE A GLASS TO LIFE WITH NEW SARIE GESOND RAISE A GLASS TO LIFE WITH NEW SARIE GESOND
An exciting new health magazine – especially for women – will soon be launched in South Africa. SARIE GESOND will be available on shelves from 1 February and follows on SARIE, the top-selling women’s glossy magazine in SA, and its brand extensions – SARIE BRUID, SARIE KOS, SARIE WOON and www.sarie.com.
Simonsig’s Cuvée restaurant goes Rosé from February to April Simonsig’s Cuvée restaurant goes Rosé from February to April
Tickle your tastebuds pink when Simonsig’s signature restaurant, Cuvée, goes rosé from February to April with an exclusive Chef’s Menu of rosy gourmet sensations created around the estate’s alluring Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé.
SA WINE INDUSTRY TO REDUCE IMPACT WITH NEW LIGHT-WEIGHT BOTTLES SA WINE INDUSTRY TO REDUCE IMPACT WITH NEW LIGHT-WEIGHT BOTTLES
As South Africa continues to defy the global economic downturn by annually lifting the export of its packaged wines, it is making concerted moves to lower the weight of its wine bottles and so maintain its status as one of the world’s most eco-progressive winemaking nations and a leader in production integrity.
Fleur du Cap releases new richly layered Chenin Blanc Fleur du Cap releases new richly layered Chenin Blanc
Fleur du Cap has just released a new vintage of one of the stalwarts in its popular Bergkelder range, the lightly wooded Fleur du Cap Chenin Blanc 2009.
logo-news-item Buying wine just became that much easier
Wine.co.za has launched its online Wine Shop – which makes buying your favourite tipple just so much easier. Delivered to your door – anywhere in South Africa. Prices are as close to Cellar Door prices as possible, and include delivery.
YPIOCA – THE BRAZILLIAN LOVE AFFAIR YPIOCA – THE BRAZILLIAN LOVE AFFAIR
Brazil is the land of football, samba, candomblé, carnival, and cachaça. Cachaça, a product of sugar cane and is produced directly from the juice of the cane. Five hundred years of history have transformed this sugar cane spirit into one of the most vibrant and seductive symbols of Brazilian identity.
Local Olive Oil voted World’s Best Local Olive Oil voted World’s Best
Willow Creek Olive Estate has once again stolen the international limelight, having taken top honours in one of the world’s most illustrious olive oil competitions, the L’Orciolo d’Oro in Gradara, Italy.
Woolworths Wines Awarded Highest Accolades in 2009 Woolworths Wines Awarded Highest Accolades in 2009
In 2009, a stream of high profile wine industry awards and venerated ratings confirmed Woolworths’ status as a purveyor of unique, South African wines of outstanding quality.
DE MEYE ROSÉ EXPOSED TO UK MARKET THROUGH NAKED WINES ONLINE “INVERTED” AUCTION DE MEYE ROSÉ EXPOSED TO UK MARKET THROUGH NAKED WINES ONLINE “INVERTED” AUCTION
Before Christmas last year a substantial quantity of De Meye Shiraz Rosé 2009 became available to British wine consumers, for the first time, through UK online wine retailer, Naked Wines.
GORDON RAMSAY JOINS US AT THE CAPE TOWN GOOD FOOD AND WINE SHOW 2010 GORDON RAMSAY JOINS US AT THE CAPE TOWN GOOD FOOD AND WINE SHOW 2010
The Good Food & Wine Show, South Africa’s finest food and beverage exhibition, is proud to present to Cape Town’s gourmets, gourmands and good-life devotees the most sensational line-up of international celebrity chefs that will include ‘Mr Hell’s Kitchen’ himself, Gordon Ramsay.
ABSOLUT Vodka announces the launch of the signature ABSOLUT No Label ABSOLUT Vodka announces the launch of the signature ABSOLUT No Label
The iconic ABSOLUT Vodka, marketed and distributed by global drinks giant Pernod Ricard, is proud to announce the launch of ABSOLUT No Label because ‘in an ABSOLUT world there are no labels’.
RUST EN VREDE RECEIVES TOP AWARD FROM GREAT WINE CAPITALS GLOBAL NETWORK  RUST EN VREDE RECEIVES TOP AWARD FROM GREAT WINE CAPITALS GLOBAL NETWORK 
Rust en Vrede Estate was announced as the South African winner in the latest Great Wine Capitals Best of Wine Tourism Competition. It also shared the title of top winery restaurant globally with a famous Italian restaurant in Chianti’s Trebbio Castle, once owned by the Medici family.
ROBERTSON WINE VALLEY JUDGED BEST INNOVATIVE WINE TOURISM EXPERIENCE BY GLOBAL WINE TOURISM EXPERTS ROBERTSON WINE VALLEY JUDGED BEST INNOVATIVE WINE TOURISM EXPERIENCE BY GLOBAL WINE TOURISM EXPERTS
Robertson Wine Valley (RWV), the generic marketing body that drives this dynamic winemaking region, comprising the towns of Ashton, Bonnievale, McGregor and Robertson, has received this prestigious award from the Great Wine Capitals Global Network, of which Cape Town is one of eight member Capitals.
AGRI-EXPO LAUDED FOR EVENTS PAR EXCELLENCE  AGRI-EXPO LAUDED FOR EVENTS PAR EXCELLENCE 
Agri-Expo, the organiser of the SA Cheese Festival and From the Earth, recently walked away with two of the major accolades at the annual award ceremony of the Exhibition & Event Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) held in Johannesburg.
Prized new trio of exclusive Zonnebloem Limited Edition wines Prized new trio of exclusive Zonnebloem Limited Edition wines
Zonnebloem, one of South Africa's most enduring wine brands, has just released the new threesome of its distinctive Limited Edition wines.
GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW, CAPE TOWN May 13 to 16 GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW, CAPE TOWN May 13 to 16
FMCG brands wouldn’t consider not having a presence in southern Africa’s top gourmet, food, drink and lifestyle festival.
SA WINE INDUSTRY RECOGNISED ABROAD FOR ETHICAL PRACTICES SA WINE INDUSTRY RECOGNISED ABROAD FOR ETHICAL PRACTICES
As the South African wine industry continues to grow exports despite the global recession, it is also achieving increasing international recognition for its ethical approach to winemaking, says Wines of South Africa (WOSA) CEO Su Birch.
BUSY BUT BEAUTIFUL!  BUSY BUT BEAUTIFUL! 
The modern woman juggles a thriving professional and active personal life and finds herself pressed for time, so a complicated beauty routine is just not realistic! What she needs is a time-saving beauty regimen, made up of multi-tasking products which give her a more hassle free experience that enable her to be busy and still beautiful.
Simonsig scoops packaging design trophy for Brut Rosé gift box Simonsig scoops packaging design trophy for Brut Rosé gift box
Cap Classique pioneer, Simonsig, has scooped a 2009 Gold Pack Trophy for its limited release, designer box which showcases the estate’s proudly South African, Pinotage driven Méthode Cap Classique – Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé.
IT WAS ALL GOOD FOOD AND WINE IT WAS ALL GOOD FOOD AND WINE
Yes, it is now official. The Good Food & Wine Show is undoubtedly South Africa’s best food and wine show. The organisers were inundated with compliments from visitors, media and exhibitors that hailed the Show hosted at The Coca Cola Dome in Northgate from 31 Oct to 01 Nov as the best Show ever. A fragrance of food filled the air as celebrity and South African chefs cooked up a storm during the four days whilst entertaining the crowds with some of the best culinary demonstrations ever seen.
Fleur du Cap only SA wine to triumph at Golden Glass awards in Iceland Fleur du Cap only SA wine to triumph at Golden Glass awards in Iceland
Fleur du Cap Chardonnay has once again shown its strong international following as the only South African wine to excel at the annual Golden Glass wine competition in Iceland.
TRUE SOUTH AFRICAN GOLD TRUE SOUTH AFRICAN GOLD
Uniquely South African in its elegant and fruity profile, Klipdrift Gold blends rare, long-aged brandies with younger components to create a beautifully balanced composite, where the distinction of maturity is perfectly balanced by the vibrancy of youth, says its creator, the widely acclaimed brandy master, Johan Venter.
VAGIFORTE PLUS TO RESTORE AND MAINTAIN THE NORMAL VAGINAL FLORA VAGIFORTE PLUS TO RESTORE AND MAINTAIN THE NORMAL VAGINAL FLORA
It has been estimated that millions of women around the world suffer from non-sexually transmitted infections of the vagina such as bacterial vaginosis (bacterial vaginal infections) and vaginitis (thrush caused by Candida albicans), as well as lower urinary tract infections.
Sho't Left Township Marketing Tours Sho't Left Township Marketing Tours
Understand the lifestyle of your customers through our insightful township tours. Recognise the opportunities of this market.
The Design Company - Retail solutions that Work!! The Design Company - Retail solutions that Work!!
There are some retail environments that just make you feel at home ...
Golden Cloud’s Recipe For Success Golden Cloud’s Recipe For Success
Bake up a storm in a few minutes using products that are both versatile and easy to use. That message was successfully communicated to consumers at the Johannesburg Good Food and Wine Show, according to Golden Cloud brand manager Reshmika Singh.
LAVAZZA 2010 CALENDAR LAVAZZA 2010 CALENDAR
For the eighteenth edition of its calendar, Lavazza has chosen a new artistic outlook, and a perfect yet original synthesis between designer photography and music: a direct dialogue that needs no interpretation.
TOPS AT SPAR HONOURS ORANJERIVIER WINE MAKERS TOPS AT SPAR HONOURS ORANJERIVIER WINE MAKERS
In a unique wine competition to celebrate the relationship between the country’s top wine retailer and a foremost winery, 39 wines from a total of 110 were recently entered into the finals of the Tops at Spar/Country Cellars and Oranjerivier Wine Cellars Wine Competition.
logo-news-item IT WAS ALL GOOD FOOD AND WINE
Yes, it is now official. The Good Food & Wine Show is undoubtedly South Africa’s best food and wine show.
Your Child Kids Expo gives a taste of things to come Your Child Kids Expo gives a taste of things to come
On Thursday, 29 October 2010, organisers and sponsors of the Your Child Kids Expo gave Cape Town companies the opportunity to experience what this unique Expo will be all about. A miniature expo set-up gave guests a sneak peek into the country’s first expo geared at families with children aged 2 to 12. The four pillars of the expo – fun, discovery, sustainability and national pride – were reflected in every aspect of the preview and the message was clear – grab your spot before it is too late!
Cadbury pioneers a mobile solution that boosts revenue Cadbury pioneers a mobile solution that boosts revenue
Confectionary company, Cadbury, is the first in its sector to deploy an advanced technology solution to empower its mobile sales reps. The solution, from JustEnough Mobile (JEM), uses handheld devices which enables reps to process orders in a closed-loop order-to-invoice system—they can assess stock levels in real time, place orders for customers and print legal invoices on site.
logo-news-item Fleur du Cap Chardonnay 2008 shines in the USA
Fleur du Cap Chardonnay 2008 excelled in the USA by being singled out as a best buy wine with 85 points in the upcoming November issue of Wine Enthusiast – America's acclaimed wine and lifestyle magazine.
Ferrero Ithemba SA wins Business Enterprise of the Year Award Ferrero Ithemba SA wins Business Enterprise of the Year Award
Ferrero Ithemba SA, one of South Africa’s leading confectionary companies with renowned brands such as Ferrero Rocher, Kinder Joy, Nutella and Tic Tac, has been crowned Business Enterprise of the Year at the 2009 Italian-South African Chamber of Trade and Industries FNB Business Excellence Awards.
IN FRANCE THEY SAY “BEESKEE” AND SO DO WE IN FRANCE THEY SAY “BEESKEE” AND SO DO WE
Famous-name cognac, Bisquit (pronounced Beeskee) was recently acquired by Distell. To celebrate, the brand’s French principal, Vincent Chappe flew to South Africa to introduce the connoisseur cognac to leading retailers, sommeliers and owners of style bars at a series of French-themed venues around the country.
Look Good and Feel Good Show debuts impressively Look Good and Feel Good Show debuts impressively
The Look Good and Feel Good Expo, which made its debut last weekend (9-11 October) at the Coca Cola dome in Johannesburg, showed an impressive turnout of over 16 000 visitors. The event, which comprised a collective of exhibitors in the health and wellness sector, was created by expo company Biz Events, whose National Boat Show has become an annual institution.
WOSA LAUNCHES 2010 SOCCER-THEMED CAMPAIGN FOR EXPORT MARKETS WOSA LAUNCHES 2010 SOCCER-THEMED CAMPAIGN FOR EXPORT MARKETS
Wines of South Africa (WOSA) is planning a series of international braai festivals, a World Cup for sommeliers, and a range of other novel initiatives to highlight abroad South Africa’s hosting of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
MAJOR FOOD PACKAGING PRIVATE EQUITY DEAL MAJOR FOOD PACKAGING PRIVATE EQUITY DEAL
In a major private equity deal, the Cape Town-based South African operations of LINPAC Packaging have been acquired by incumbent management and two partners, Leaf Private Equity and Clearwater Capital. LINPAC Packaging is a global group and one of Britain's biggest private companies.
KWV reveals this year’s Christmas Offering KWV reveals this year’s Christmas Offering
Choosing the perfect gift is effortless with KWV. KWV offers an extensive range of brandies which caters for every taste and every pocket. For the festive season KWV is introducing stylish packaging to compliment their range of brandies.
Pinot Noir Cap Classique pioneers J.C. Le Roux release new vintage Pinot Noir Cap Classique pioneers J.C. Le Roux release new vintage
The House of J.C. Le Roux, the first South African cellar to produce a Pinot noir Méthode Cap Classique, has just released a new vintage that is yet another fine example of their hand crafted MCC’s.
J.C. Le Roux claims Superbrand status J.C. Le Roux claims Superbrand status
J.C. Le Roux, South Africa’s leading sparkling wine brand, has been lauded with Superbrand status, which identifies and pays tribute to exceptional brands from all over the world.
FAIR CAPE DAIRIES SCOOPS SHOPRITE PERISHABLE SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR AWARD FAIR CAPE DAIRIES SCOOPS SHOPRITE PERISHABLE SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Fair Cape Dairies, manufacturers of Fair Cape Free Range™ milk and dairy products, was announced as the Shoprite Perishable Supplier of the Year at a lavish awards ceremony held this week.
FAIR CAPE DAIRIES SCOOPS SHOPRITE PERISHABLE SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR AWARD FAIR CAPE DAIRIES SCOOPS SHOPRITE PERISHABLE SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Fair Cape Dairies, manufacturers of Fair Cape Free Range™ milk and dairy products, was announced as the Shoprite Perishable Supplier of the Year at a lavish awards ceremony held this week.
Oxy and TLC help young men fight problem skin Oxy and TLC help young men fight problem skin
Having run a successful cinema and campus washroom campaign in 2008, spot-fighting skin care brand Oxy has decided to again use Primedia Unlimited’s washroom advertising platform over the busy school holidays this September and October.
FIFTH GUIDE RIPE FOR THE PICKING FIFTH GUIDE RIPE FOR THE PICKING
‘The World’s Favourite Publications’, founders of two highly successful publications – the Wine Tourism News and the annual Wine Tourism Handbook, both considered leading authorities on wine and tourism in South Africa, is proud to launch the 5th edition for 2010 - ‘The Wine Tourism Handbook’.
GOLD FOR DE KRANS PINK PORT GOLD FOR DE KRANS PINK PORT
De Krans Pink Port, the first ever made in South Africa, has recently been awarded a gold medal at the 2009 Michelangelo International Wine Awards. The results were announced at a function in Stellenbosh on Saturday, 12 September.
NINETY9Cents Poster Wins at Pendoring Awards NINETY9Cents Poster Wins at Pendoring Awards
NINETY9Cents will be celebrating more than just its first anniversary at the end of this month after winning its first award for creative excellence at the Pendoring Advertising Awards on Friday 18 September 2009.
FAIR CAPE REACHES MILESTONE OF 10 000TH SCHOOL CHILD TO VISIT THEIR MILKING PARLOUR FAIR CAPE REACHES MILESTONE OF 10 000TH SCHOOL CHILD TO VISIT THEIR MILKING PARLOUR
Durbanville, 21 September 2009 - Fair Cape Dairies, manufacturers of Fair Cape Free Range™ milk and dairy products, celebrated a remarkable milestone today when the 10 000th child visited their milking parlour on the Fair Cape school tour programme. Molenbeek School, a school for mentally handicapped learners with special educational needs in Maitland, Cape Town, were the group that passed the 10 000 mark today.
TLC launches new FMCG sampling innovation TLC launches new FMCG sampling innovation
Primedia Unlimited subsidiary TLC has introduced another innovation to its stable of captivating washroom advertising. The new aptly named ‘Tester Units’ are attached to TLC’s trademark A4 washroom frames, enabling them to house one sampling product.
YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO NOT AFFORD IT YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO NOT AFFORD IT
It’s your last chance to be where you should be. A handful of opportunities and stands remain for exhibitors on Gauteng’s Summer Good Food & Wine Show 2009.
logo-mini KWV shows strong results at the Michelangelo International Wine Awards
KWV has been awarded a total of fourteen medals at the 2009 Michelangelo International Wine Awards, ranging from Silver to Double Gold. KWV 15 Year Old Brandy was also awarded the prestigious Brandy Trophy for the best brandy. This competition is widely regarded as one of the most credible wine competitions in South Africa. Results of the 13th annual competition were announced at a gala event at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West on Saturday, 12 September 2009.
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel crowned SA’s Best Cap Classique  Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel crowned SA’s Best Cap Classique 
Simonsig Estate made a clean sweep at the 2009 WINE Magazine Amorim Cork Cap Classique Challenge clinching both 1st and 2nd places with the illustrious Kaapse Vonkel.
Wideopen Platform Provides a Pearler of a campaign for Nivea Wideopen Platform Provides a Pearler of a campaign for Nivea
Determined to take its brand to new heights, Nivea has engaged Wideopen Platform’s large format outdoor offering to introduce new variant, ‘Pearl & Beauty’ to upper LSM women across the country.
Tendai “The Beast” Mtawarira the face of BIC South Africa Tendai “The Beast” Mtawarira the face of BIC South Africa
International and Sharks Rugby star Tendai “The Beast” Mtawarira is the face of BIC South Africa. A worldwide leader in stationery, lighters and shavers, the company has signed a one year deal which will see “The Beast” work on a number of product brands for the company.
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Award-Winning Green Supply Chains Recognised and Rewarded Award-Winning Green Supply Chains Recognised and Rewarded
Companies making genuine efforts to minimise the environmental impact of their supply chain processes and actively seeking ways to improve environmental performance were recognised and rewarded at the inaugural Green Supply Chain Awards held at CGCSA in Randburg on 27 August.
Defining the “taste” of Joburg Defining the “taste” of Joburg
Now in its third year, the organisers of the Taste of Joburg Festival promise that this year’s show will be the biggest and best show to date.
Jameson scoops two golds and three silver medals at the 2009 International Spirits Challenge Jameson scoops two golds and three silver medals at the 2009 International Spirits Challenge
Further Cementing the Brand’s Recognition at World Whiskies Awards and the San Francisco World Spirits Competition
LIQUI-FRUIT SPLASHES OUT WITH REFRESHING NEW TV COMMERCIAL LIQUI-FRUIT SPLASHES OUT WITH REFRESHING NEW TV COMMERCIAL
Liqui-Fruit, market innovator for the past 34 years and recently voted South Africa’s leading fruit juice brand (Sunday Times Top Brands Awards 2009), is flighting a new TV commercial as from September 2009 to re-affirm Liqui-Fruit’s position as market leader and a truly South African icon.
Tic Tac tumbles outdoor Tic Tac tumbles outdoor
The signature Tic Tac breath freshener packaging has transferred its’ iconic shake, rattle and click dispensing functionality onto INM Outdoors’ Citilite range.
BIC ® Music Lighter Series – Music to your ears BIC ® Music Lighter Series – Music to your ears
Want to hang out with celebrities? How does a private concert just for you and 25 of your closest friends with South Africa’s most successful band sound?
McCAIN HARVESTIME PROMISES QUALITY AND CONVENIENCE McCAIN HARVESTIME PROMISES QUALITY AND CONVENIENCE
Trust McCain Harvestime to make your life easier
SA EYES HOLLAND’S PREMIUM WINE MARKET SA EYES HOLLAND’S PREMIUM WINE MARKET
In a bid to build on South Africa’s extremely successful track record in the Netherlands and develop sales in the country’s premium and more profitable arena, Wines of South Africa (WOSA) is embarking on a new marketing strategy.
logo-mini Time to take your career to new heights in these exceptional opportunities!
The South African Breweries strives to grow and enhance its brand footprint. We enjoy the challenge of setting and meeting new targets daily and imprinting our renowned brands even more firmly in the market. To assist us in these ongoing initiatives, we require like-minded individuals with enthusiasm, influence and strong customer drive.
Good Food and Wine Show- Gauteng Good Food and Wine Show- Gauteng
It’s the country’s finest, largest and only true global showcase for all food- and wine-related products and services, small to large, established and new, innovative or traditional.
SA PREMIUM FOOD AND DRINK BUSINESS WINS GLOBAL AWARD SA PREMIUM FOOD AND DRINK BUSINESS WINS GLOBAL AWARD
JMC which represents some of the world’s pre-eminent food and drinks brands in South Africa, including Lindt, Evian, Mentos, Katjes and Red Bull, has just been named Distributor of the Year for Europe, Middle East and Africa by giant US food producer ConAgra.
Record 41 five-star wines for 2010 Platter’s South African Wine Guide Record 41 five-star wines for 2010 Platter’s South African Wine Guide
Echoing the stellar 2009 grape harvest, Platter’s South African Wine Guide, the country’s leading wine annual, has produced its own bumper crop in the form of a record 41 five-star wines.
Launch of Neethlingshof’s new look and range of wines Launch of Neethlingshof’s new look and range of wines
On a wintery day early in August, award-winning Stellenbosch estate Neethlingshof introduced its new-look range of wines to a select group of media and trade.
COUNTRY’S CHAMPION YOUNG WINES ANNOUNCED COUNTRY’S CHAMPION YOUNG WINES ANNOUNCED
Badsberg Wine Cellar reigned supreme at the SA Young Wine Awards today (Thursday 20 August) by clinching the two most coveted trophies at this fiercely-contested competition.
Darsot Food Corporation Premiers on Primedia Outdoor Darsot Food Corporation Premiers on Primedia Outdoor
The Darsot Food Corporation has recently embarked on its first outdoor advertising campaign for its tinned food brand Dürsots. To ensure maximum coverage throughout the Gauteng metropol, Primedia Outdoor was called on for assistance.
Chaywa launches a bold campaign Chaywa launches a bold campaign
Chaywa, The Coca-Cola Company’s premium “on-the-go” coffee brand, has launched a bold outdoor and radio campaign.
Boost brings Centurion a Natural High Boost brings Centurion a Natural High
Residents of Centurion are set to be energised in July with the opening of a new Boost Juice Bar in Centurion Mall. The blenders are revved up, the juices are freshly squeezed and the smoothies are bursting with goodness!
Food and Wine – A match made in heaven for KWV  Food and Wine – A match made in heaven for KWV 
Although KWV wines have only been available in the local market for the past five years, their presence has been long felt in the international market. For the past 91 years, KWV has been delighting the palates of wine-drinkers from as far afield as Scandinavia, gracing dinner parties and restaurant menus alike. With a reach such as this, it is no surprise that celebrity chef, Shane Sauvage of La Pentola in Pretoria, has selected KWV to feature in the pages of his new cookbook, InFusion.
2009 Sauvignon Blanc heralds fresh new look for Bergkelder Selection 2009 Sauvignon Blanc heralds fresh new look for Bergkelder Selection
Fleur du Cap has relaunched its entire Bergkelder Selection with a chic new and more contemporary look that reflects the wine’s origins in the rich biodiversity of the Cape Floral Kingdom.
PERNOD RICARD REAFIRMS ITS BELIEF IN TLC’S MIRROR MEDIA PERNOD RICARD REAFIRMS ITS BELIEF IN TLC’S MIRROR MEDIA
Spirit and wine manufacturing giant Pernod Ricard has once again selected TLC’s entire Style Bar and Sports Bar Mirror Media Holding for a national 12-month campaign.
KWV’s Founders Reserve wins Gold at International Wine and Spirits Competition KWV’s Founders Reserve wins Gold at International Wine and Spirits Competition
The end of last year saw the release of a Limited Edition KWV Founders Reserve Brandy. This brandy celebrated KWV’s 90 years of existence. Only 1918 bottles, each numbered for collection purposes, were produced. This premium brandy won a gold medal for its superior taste and quality at the 40th anniversary International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) in London in the past month.
logo-mini Primall Media Awarded Rights to La Lucia Mall
Primall Media, specialising in offering brands targeted advertising in the shopping mall space, has been awarded advertising rights to the interior of La Lucia Mall.
Sensodyne Invites Shoppers to Chill With Them Sensodyne Invites Shoppers to Chill With Them
Sensodyne targeted 250 stores and pharmacies countrywide over the past two months with its highly effective ‘chill test’ - an invitation to consumers to take a simple sip of iced water in order to find out whether or not they suffered from sensitive teeth and how to remedy it. The basis of the chill test is that although a third of all adults has sensitive teeth¹, few know much about it. Cold foods are a common trigger and, by helping those feeling discomfort after drinking the cold water identify their problem, Sensodyne’s campaign reached the correct end-user with leaflets and samples.
NEW-LOOK NEETHLINGSHOF SIGNALS NEW WINE STYLE AND ECO-FRIENDLY FOCUS NEW-LOOK NEETHLINGSHOF SIGNALS NEW WINE STYLE AND ECO-FRIENDLY FOCUS
The award-winning Stellenbosch estate Neethlingshof has revamped the look of its entire range to mark the estate’s renewed emphasis on elegance and refreshment.
FEEL BETTER, LIVE LONGER, LOOK TERRIFIC AND FIND BALANCE! FEEL BETTER, LIVE LONGER, LOOK TERRIFIC AND FIND BALANCE!
In October you can feel better, live longer, look terrific and find balance at the Look & feel Good Expo (L&FGE) brought to you by SABC 2, October 9 -11, where exhibitors bring a wide range of products and services related to the health and wellness industries at the Coca-Cole dome in Johannesburg.
CIPS Qualifications and Training in Purchasing and Supply Management CIPS Qualifications and Training in Purchasing and Supply Management
The Commerce Edge Academy provides internationally recognised qualifications in purchasing and supply to students throughout Africa. The list of qualifications offered by Commerce Edge Academy includes:
KID & TEEN REPUBLIC CONFERENCE KID & TEEN REPUBLIC CONFERENCE
The ultimate marketing event focusing on kids, tweens, teens and the family! Learn about this unique market and how to engage with them and introduce your brand to them and their gatekeepers.
TLC brings Lifebuoy Liquid Hand Wash to female decision makers TLC brings Lifebuoy Liquid Hand Wash to female decision makers
The Letter Corporation (TLC) has for the first time begun a national washroom advertising campaign for Unilever’s household soap brand, Lifebuoy. Included in the 360O washroom promotions were traditional washroom frames, mirror decals and TLC’s latest innovation, branded product sampling soap dispensers.
New Bilton Merlot vintage a classic expression of the grape New Bilton Merlot vintage a classic expression of the grape
Bilton Wines, situated on the golden slopes of the Helderberg renowned as one of South Africa’s finest red wine producing areas, has just released the 2006 vintage of its Merlot, widely enjoyed for its typical classic style and smooth yet bold character.
MAVERICK CAPE BRANDY CONTINUES SA’S INTERNATIONAL WINNING STREAK MAVERICK CAPE BRANDY CONTINUES SA’S INTERNATIONAL WINNING STREAK
Joseph Barry Cape Pot Still Brandy Ten crowned Best Brandy in the World at London’s International Wine & Spirit Competition
Grab your Spot at South Africa’s First Children’s and Family Expo Grab your Spot at South Africa’s First Children’s and Family Expo
Organisers of the Your Child Kids Expo, in partnership with Media24, National Geographic Kids, Peugeot, Koowee and Jungle Beat, have declared ‘open season’ on floor space at this first ever family and kids inspired expo in South Africa.
KWV supports Vodashop George Cheese Festival KWV supports Vodashop George Cheese Festival
If you are heading towards George, make sure that a visit to the Vodashop George Cheese Festival is on your agenda. The festival takes place from 31 July to 2 August 2009. This popular event provides an excellent opportunity to spend a chilled day out in Garden Route style! KWV will be exhibiting at this event for the second year running. Last year KWV was the official wine supplier and this year KWV will be sponsoring the Brandy Boulevard. Visitors will have the opportunity to taste KWV wines and brandies at their stand.
BAIN’S – SOUTH AFRICA’S FIRST SINGLE GRAIN WHISKY BAIN’S – SOUTH AFRICA’S FIRST SINGLE GRAIN WHISKY
The growing thirst for specialist whisky in South Africa has prompted the creation of the first local single grain whisky and the establishment of a new sub-category to acknowledge its origin.
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“What would you do differently with your life if you felt wonderful about yourself” is the clever strap line used in Parmalat Fabulite’s recent national mall advertising campaign.
The bold taste of Islay wins Gold The bold taste of Islay wins Gold
Black Bottle, the only whisky that contains all the renowned single malts from Islay, has been awarded gold at the prestigious 2009 International Spirits Challenge held in London recently.
Lavazza at the Good Food and Wine Show Durban Lavazza at the Good Food and Wine Show Durban
Lavazza, Italy’s Favourite Coffee, was in action at the Creative Coffee Theatre at the Good Food and Wine Show Durban, from the 23 to the 26 July, 2009. Lavazza coffee has been served in the best Italian establishments for over one hundred years, and more recently has developed a strong following worldwide. This innovative coffee brand not only provides coffee, but accessories and innovations to match; from gorgeous calendars shot by world-renowned photographers such as Annie Leibowitz and Finlay MacKay, to stylish cups that embrace cutting edge design.
ZESTY NEW VINTAGE FROM DU TOITSKLOOF NOW AVAILABLE ZESTY NEW VINTAGE FROM DU TOITSKLOOF NOW AVAILABLE
The latest vintage of the much-loved Du Toitskloof Sauvignon Blanc is now available nationally. The 2009 Sauvignon Blanc is bracingly fresh with an abundance of flavour and character so distinctive of this cultivar.
Good Food & Wine Show hits ‘Igoli’ Good Food & Wine Show hits ‘Igoli’
The Good Food & Wine Show is Johannesburg’s favourite culinary extravaganza and it returns this summer with fresh new ideas, new celebrity chefs and plenty of fun for the whole family as we present to you no less than nine interactive theatres.
STYLISH NEW LABELS DEFINE GROOTE POST’S THREE RANGES STYLISH NEW LABELS DEFINE GROOTE POST’S THREE RANGES
Classic labels also reflect the development of Groote Post as a brand
JusTTouchIT 2009 JusTTouchIT 2009
South Africa's First Interactvie Kiosk Conference
MIDI TEA IS A TRUE TASTE OF HOME MIDI TEA IS A TRUE TASTE OF HOME
Tshivhase Tea Estates in Limpopo have launched Midi Tea, a 100% South African produced and packaged black tea.
logo-mini Job Title: Trade Marketing Manager 
Exciting career opportunity exists within a Cape Town-based agency for an innovative, proactive individual who possesses a passion for Trade Marketing and Shoppers. We need a highly motivated, self directed, strategically minded individual with strong business acumen and a proven track record in Trade / Channel / Category Management. The candidate will work in a cross functional agency team focussing on brand and trade strategy combined with channel planning in a trade context.
ALCHEMY BRANDIES CONTINUE TO MAKE GOLD ON MAJOR CONTESTS ALCHEMY BRANDIES CONTINUE TO MAKE GOLD ON MAJOR CONTESTS
Alchemy of Gold’s flagship label, Van Ryn’s is entrenching its front-ranking status as South Africa’s foremost producer of specialty, connoisseur brandies, earning top ratings on two highly respected international competitions held in London in July, the International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC) and the International Spirits Challenge (ISC).
ROOIBOS - A SOUTH AFRICAN HERITAGE ROOIBOS - A SOUTH AFRICAN HERITAGE
Just like boerewors, braais, melktert and biltong, Rooibos tea has become part of South Africa’s way of life and is considered by many as our national beverage.
PRIMALL CHOSEN TO BOOST NIVEA LAUNCH PRIMALL CHOSEN TO BOOST NIVEA LAUNCH
Skin care manufacturer Beiersdorf has for the first time entrusted a portion of its advertising budget for prized brand Nivea to Primall Media, Primedia Unlimited’s mall advertising specialists.
FAIR CAPE ADDS A STYLISH TWIST TO COFFEE ON-THE-GO FAIR CAPE ADDS A STYLISH TWIST TO COFFEE ON-THE-GO
Coffee lovers have a new way to get their daily coffee fix, thanks To Fair Cape’s new ready-to-drink gourmet coffees.
Fire Water scoops ‘Best in the World’ Gourmand Book Award Fire Water scoops ‘Best in the World’ Gourmand Book Award
South Africa has been making the best brandy in the world – a triumphant record verified by the fact that it is regularly judged the Best in the World by various international wine and spirit competitions.
The 2009 Red Heart Rum Super 14 Rugby Fund donates an impressive R86 000 to the Chris Burger Petro Jackson Fund The 2009 Red Heart Rum Super 14 Rugby Fund donates an impressive R86 000 to the Chris Burger Petro Jackson Fund
Red Heart Rum, as one of the proud official sponsors of Vodacom Super 14 Rugby, has shown the world its ‘heart is in the right place’ with the Red Heart Rugby Fund having donated R 86 000 to the rugby rehabilitation initiative, the Chris Burger Petro Jackson Fund.
INNOVATIVE SNAP & SQUEEZE SACHETS A FIRST FOR SA INNOVATIVE SNAP & SQUEEZE SACHETS A FIRST FOR SA
Well-known Western Cape olive and olive oil producer Willow Creek Olive Estate recently launched an ingenious new packaging solution called the Snap & Squeeze.
JWT AND LUX INDULGE CONSUMERS' SENSES JWT AND LUX INDULGE CONSUMERS' SENSES
At the end of the 19th century washing clothes at home was done by cutting off chunks of laundry soap to create foamy water - since then, Unilever's LUX has evolved into a much-demanded beauty soap.
KWV Lifestyle – same product, new pack KWV Lifestyle – same product, new pack
KWV has refreshed the packaging of their Lifestyle range and simultaneously opted for the more convenient Stelvin closure.
FAIR CAPE MILKS OFFER FLAVOURSOME FUN WITH BARBIE AND SPIDERMAN FAIR CAPE MILKS OFFER FLAVOURSOME FUN WITH BARBIE AND SPIDERMAN
Fair Cape Dairies’ new fun flavoured milks bring excitement to life with the help of two legendary characters, Barbie and Spiderman! Moms will love this easy and delicious treat for kids, as it offers their daily serving of calcium in a healthy and exciting way in the company of their heroes.
Help your shoppers enjoy a nutritionally good day with the new and improved Nutren Activ Help your shoppers enjoy a nutritionally good day with the new and improved Nutren Activ
Time is a precious commodity these days. Your shoppers no longer have the time to visit different outlets to find products that help them to live a nutritionally good life, meaning that healthy eating habits often fall by the wayside.
NEW-TRITIOUS CERELAC GOLD FOR BABIES NEW-TRITIOUS CERELAC GOLD FOR BABIES
Nestlé has launched CERELAC Gold, a delicious new baby cereal with a gentle mix of grains and fruits that babies will love.
WOSA’S FUNDI INITIATIVE ON TRACK TO TRAIN 2010 WINE STEWARDS FOR FIFA WORLD CUP WOSA’S FUNDI INITIATIVE ON TRACK TO TRAIN 2010 WINE STEWARDS FOR FIFA WORLD CUP
The Wines of South Africa (WOSA) project to train 2 010 wine stewards around the country in time for next year’s FIFA World Cup is not only well on track, says the organisation’s CEO, Su Birch, but it has just been given a major boost, thanks to a R300 000 donation from the Winelands District Municipality.
TASTE AND TELL TASTE AND TELL
Alchemy of Gold has devised a novel and compelling way of introducing trendy South Africans to the pleasures of connoisseur brandies paired with gourmet sweet treats.
Stafford Bros & Draeger now representing Baxters in South Africa Stafford Bros & Draeger now representing Baxters in South Africa
Now that Stafford Bros & Draeger are the exclusive distributors of the Baxters soup range, this delicious and exciting range is increasingly easy to find on the shelves of supermarkets and delis around the country.
BAKERS SPONSORS THE FIRST SA CRICKET AWARDS BREAKFAST BAKERS SPONSORS THE FIRST SA CRICKET AWARDS BREAKFAST
Bakers Biscuits has continued their drive to support cricket development in South Africa with their sponsorship of the first ever breakfast awards ceremony at the annual SA Cricket Awards, run in association with Cricket SA.
logo-mini Job Title: Trade Marketing Manager
Exciting career opportunity exists within an agency for an innovative, proactive individual who possesses a passion for Trade Marketing and Shoppers. We need a highly motivated, self directed, strategically minded individual with strong business acumen and a proven track record in Trade / Channel / Category Management. The candidate will work in a cross functional agency team focussing on brand and trade strategy combined with channel planning in a trade context. Exciting career opportunity exists within an agency for an innovative, proactive individual who possesses a passion for Trade Marketing and Shoppers. We need a highly motivated, self directed, strategically minded individual with strong business acumen and a proven track record in Trade / Channel / Category Management. The candidate will work in a cross functional agency team focussing on brand and trade strategy combined with channel planning in a trade context.
SARIE, SA’S BIGGEST GLOSSY CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF JOURNALISTIC SUCCESS TODAY SARIE, SA’S BIGGEST GLOSSY CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF JOURNALISTIC SUCCESS TODAY
The 6th of July 2009 marks a big day for SARIE magazine – the celebration of their 60th birthday, a truly remarkable milestone in the inspiring lifeline of this top Afrikaans woman’s glossy.
SUNBAKE SHINES IN-STORE SUNBAKE SHINES IN-STORE
Foodcorp’s Sunbake brand has launched a new in-store promotion to promote the updated look and feel of the packaging and differentiate the bread brand from competitors.
Jameson Rarest Vintage Reserve voted World’s Best Irish Blended Whiskey at the 2009 World Whiskies Awards Jameson Rarest Vintage Reserve voted World’s Best Irish Blended Whiskey at the 2009 World Whiskies Awards
Jameson is proud to announce that Jameson Rarest Vintage Reserve, the ultimate expression of Jameson Whiskey, was voted ‘Best Irish Blended Whiskey’ at the 2009 World Whiskey Awards.
INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM ENCOURAGES BRANDY ENTHUSIASTS TO BUY LOCAL INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM ENCOURAGES BRANDY ENTHUSIASTS TO BUY LOCAL
The Alchemy of Gold portfolio of specialty brandies has been well-rewarded at this year’s premier European show, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, earning two gold and four silver medals to augment its already impressive prize-winning tradition.
Primall Media offers female shoppers a good hair day Primall Media offers female shoppers a good hair day
Primall Media, part of the Primedia Unlimited stable of innovative media companies, has secured a one year mall advertising campaign to promote Good Hair Day’s (ghd) new range of über sexy IV Styler hair straightening irons. The campaign successfully targets female consumers during their fashion and beauty shopping sprees at malls nationwide.
100 RESERVE - 100% SMOOTH 100 RESERVE - 100% SMOOTH
For the smoothest brandy experience, try 100 Reserve vintage brandy, which has been relaunched with a brand new look that highlights the unique authenticity of the brand.
Microsoft Dynamics:  Customer Evidence Programme Microsoft Dynamics: Customer Evidence Programme
The Really Great Brand Company (RGBC) toasts to a “Really Great” Partnership in the company of Mint and Microsoft Dynamics CRM.
THE GOOD FOOD AND WINE SHOW EXCEEDS ALL EXPECTATIONS IN THE MIDST OF TOUGH ECONOMIC TIMES THE GOOD FOOD AND WINE SHOW EXCEEDS ALL EXPECTATIONS IN THE MIDST OF TOUGH ECONOMIC TIMES
The Cape Town, Winter Good Food & Wine Show exceeded everyone’s expectations as more than 50 000 visitors attended this year’s show at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 28-31 May. The event has been described by exhibitors, media and consumers ‘as the best show ever with 48 286 visitors attending the show !
Wideopen butters up Unilever’s Rama campaign Wideopen butters up Unilever’s Rama campaign
The stature of Unilever’s leading margarine and spreads brand, Rama, has been boosted to new heights with the unveiling of large format advertising on four of Wideopen Platform’s Mega Signs in the Johannesburg and Durban CBDs
Competitive trade opportunities at the Made in Thailand Exhibition, 18 to 20 June 2009 at Sandton Convention Centre Competitive trade opportunities at the Made in Thailand Exhibition, 18 to 20 June 2009 at Sandton Convention Centre
H.E. Dr. Veerasak Jinarat, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Commerce of the Kingdom of Thailand has been on an official visit to Johannesburg and Cape Town this week to promote bi-lateral trade between the Kingdom of Thailand and South Africa.
WIDEOPEN LAUNCHES DARK & LOVELY’S NEW BODY LOTION WIDEOPEN LAUNCHES DARK & LOVELY’S NEW BODY LOTION
Renowned hair care company L’Oreal’s Dark & Lovely is delving into totally new territory with the launch of its first ever body lotion.
ORAL-B INTRODUCE THE EXPERT LINE-UP ORAL-B INTRODUCE THE EXPERT LINE-UP
A NEW LINE OF TOOTHBRUSHES WITH ANTI-BACTERIAL BRISTLE PROTECTION
GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW SURE TO HOT UP SPRING IN DURBAN GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW SURE TO HOT UP SPRING IN DURBAN
Food and Wine lovers will converge on the Durban Exhibition Centre from 23-26 July to soak up the tricks and talents of the hottest celebrity chefs from all corners of the globe, brought to Durban by Swiss International Air Lines.
POWERADE BRANDS FOOZI TABLES FOR THE CONFED CUP POWERADE BRANDS FOOZI TABLES FOR THE CONFED CUP
Powerade has signed up ten of Foozi's branded foosball tables to be strategically located at the four stadiums for the duration of the Fifa Confederations Cup.
4th Street is a wine inspired by passion for friendship and sharing 4th Street is a wine inspired by passion for friendship and sharing
“Where there’s a party, there is 4th Street”. This is the spirit of the new fun loving, natural sweet Rosé just launched onto the South African social scene with the jovial name of 4th Street.
2009 VINTAGE SINGLE MALT RELEASED FROM THE BALVENIE DISTILLERY:  TWO EXCEPTIONAL CASK BOTTLINGS FROM 1978 2009 VINTAGE SINGLE MALT RELEASED FROM THE BALVENIE DISTILLERY: TWO EXCEPTIONAL CASK BOTTLINGS FROM 1978
Hand bottled at the Balvenie Distillery on 12 February 2009, cask number 6248 yielded just 185 bottles.
CERELAC introduces four delicious new flavours for baby CERELAC introduces four delicious new flavours for baby
As babies get a little older and begin to achieve new developmental milestones, they need to explore new tastes and textures that stimulate their senses and encourage chewing.
GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW – Durban 23-26 July. GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW – Durban 23-26 July.
The Good Food & Wine Show® the biggest and the best culinary show in southern Africa, will be hosting their Spring show in Durban at the Durban Exhibition Centre from 23-26 July.
4th Street Natural Sweet Rose 4th Street Natural Sweet Rose
The History “Where there’s a party, there is 4th Street”. This is the spirit of this fun loving, natural sweet rosé associated with sharing and good times.
Monis Muscadel is top red dessert wine at Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show Monis Muscadel is top red dessert wine at Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show
A string of awards in tow, the highly acclaimed Monis Vintage Muscadel 2001 has once again been singled out as one of South Africa's top fortified wines by scooping the Trophy for Best Fortified Dessert Wine (Red) at this year's Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show.
New vintage Eikendal Chardonnay a sublime balancing act New vintage Eikendal Chardonnay a sublime balancing act
Acclaimed Chardonnay producer, Eikendal, has accomplished the perfect harmony between two individual and uniquely diverse vineyard sites with its newly released 2008 vintage – a full-bodied Chardonnay with a superb sense of balance.
TLC’S WASHROOM ADVERTISING LEAVES AIROMA SMELLING LIKE ROSES TLC’S WASHROOM ADVERTISING LEAVES AIROMA SMELLING LIKE ROSES
FMCG leader Tiger Brands has again chosen TLC to promote one of its products via the washroom advertising medium. Until the end of May, Airoma 3-in-1 washroom spray will be introduced nationally to ladies across 23 LSM A malls nationally
Simonsig Woolworths Limited Release Chenin Blanc 2008 wins Old Mutual Trophy for Best White Wine Simonsig Woolworths Limited Release Chenin Blanc 2008 wins Old Mutual Trophy for Best White Wine
Eloquent wooded Chenin Blanc tops white wine list at 2009 showdown
ECR CONFERENCE TO CGCSA CONFERENCE ECR CONFERENCE TO CGCSA CONFERENCE
For the past 10 years, the FMCG industry has hosted an annual conference, predominantly under the ECR banner, to showcase the achievement and benefits of trading partners working together to reduce inefficiencies within the supply chain, in order to better meet the needs of shoppers and consumers. For the past seven years, the conference has been brought to the industry by the Consumer Goods Council of South Africa with more and more focus given to broad industry issues.
OVALTINE LAUNCH MALTED MILK OVALTINE LAUNCH MALTED MILK
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY THROUGH STAFFORD BROS & DRAEGER
BOLAND CELLARS RECEIVE PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL AWARD BOLAND CELLARS RECEIVE PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL AWARD
During a ceremony at the London International Wine Fair, Boland Cellars was awarded the Supply Chain Partner of the Year award by JF Hillebrand, the leading global beverage logistics provider in the United Kingdom.
FSS RATED AS TOP DEDICATED SALES AND MERCHANDISING AGENCY FSS RATED AS TOP DEDICATED SALES AND MERCHANDISING AGENCY
Highway Gardens – Wednesday, 03 June 2009. Field Support Services (FSS) was voted the number one FMCG dedicated sales and merchandising agency in the three major CBDs (Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban).
Fleur du Cap top wooded white blend at Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show Fleur du Cap top wooded white blend at Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show
Fleur du Cap has clinched the trophy for South Africa’s Best Wooded White Blend at this year’s Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show with its acclaimed Fleur du Cap Unfiltered Viognier Chardonnay Sémillon Sauvignon Blanc Limited Release 2007.
PRIMEDIA AFRICA 'OWNS' MAPUTO'S INFORMAL TRADING MARKETS PRIMEDIA AFRICA 'OWNS' MAPUTO'S INFORMAL TRADING MARKETS
Primedia Africa, Primedia Out of Home's Africa outdoor advertising specialist, recently tendered for and won sole advertising rights for its innovative Informal Market advertising platform in Mozambique.
Gorgeous makeover for palate pleasing Fleur du Cap Natural Light Gorgeous makeover for palate pleasing Fleur du Cap Natural Light
Fleur du Cap’s fruity, palate pleasing Natural Light, with its loyal following as a lower alcohol and health-friendly wine, has been relaunched with a gorgeous new look designed for stylish get togethers.
LééF MAGAZINE LAUNCHES QUARTERLY SUPPLEMENT FOR MEN LééF MAGAZINE LAUNCHES QUARTERLY SUPPLEMENT FOR MEN
Lééf magazine, published by Media24’s woman360, has launched a quarterly supplement for men – LééfMAN. The launch issue of the supplement appears as a section in Lééf’s June 2009 issue, with Stephan Joubert as editor.
BIOFLORA PROBIOTICS BIOFLORA PROBIOTICS
Some of our retail outlets may have experienced problems obtaining the full range of Bioflora probiotics over the past few months.
logo-news-item Desiderius Pongrácz wins Trophy in London
Desiderius Pongrácz 2001, the charismatic signature Méthode Cap Classique, has been hailed South Africa’s Best Sparkling Wine in the price range higher than £10 and awarded a trophy at the prestigious 2009 Decanter World Wine Awards in London.
Fresh look for Kellogg's  Corn Flakes Fresh look for Kellogg's Corn Flakes
Kellogg's Corn Flakes has refreshed its image by upgrading the design of its packaging. The distinctive packaging will be available in-stores next month with the aim of making it contemporary, discernible on shelves and easy on the eye.
KWV is proudly brandy KWV is proudly brandy
One of life’s true pleasures, brandy, is a timeless beverage and is as popular in South Africa today as it was three hundred years ago. Today, brandy enjoys frequent consumption, both amongst everyday brandy drinkers and true connoisseurs. For KWV, brandy is a serious business, and the brand takes the responsibility of ensuring the taste, quality and consistency that consumers have come to expect from the range.
Take Advantage Take Advantage
Take advantage of a well establihed trade route that offers unparalleled acces to Afric's growing Markets, buyers and Importers.
Out of sight can mean out of business Out of sight can mean out of business
If you are too busy to meet 7000 buyers from 43 countries then business must be good. You don't need the benefits that the continent's biggest food and beverage trade show can bring you.
YES, it's for Butchers as well! YES, it's for Butchers as well!
6th International Trade Fair for the Meat Industries of Africa
Don't miss it! Don't miss it!
Master Craftsmen from The Craft Bakers and Confectioners Association will be cooking up a strom.
Pan Africa Retail Exhibition 2009 Pan Africa Retail Exhibition 2009
Take advantage of a well established trade route that offers unparalleled access to Africa's growing markets, buyers and importers.
BRANDING 2009 – 3rd Annual Conference 10 – 11 June 2009 BRANDING 2009 – 3rd Annual Conference 10 – 11 June 2009
Join this cutting-edge event and hear from leading brand experts as they discuss all the hot topics and opportunities around this challenging time!
Made in Thailand 2009 - One-Stop Shopping in Asia Made in Thailand 2009 - One-Stop Shopping in Asia
The grandest fair of the year is back! Make a one-stop shopping and take delight in "Made in Thailand" products are services at more than 5000 booths across an expansive floor area of 93 500 sq.m.
INDIZA MEDIA'S PLASMA SCREENS TAKE FLIGHT AT ORTIA INDIZA MEDIA'S PLASMA SCREENS TAKE FLIGHT AT ORTIA
Indiza Media's advanced technology plasma screens have taken flight and dominated their advertising environment at OR Tambo International Airport since their launch in October last year.
OVALTINE NOW AVAILABLE IN A TIN OVALTINE NOW AVAILABLE IN A TIN
A GREAT AND NUTRITIOUS IDEA FOR EVERY FAMILY!
Coffee Features Big Time at FoodBiz Africa this year Coffee Features Big Time at FoodBiz Africa this year
19 – 21 July 2009, Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand
ORAL-B LAUNCH A NEW FEATURE FILLED TOOTHBRUSH AT AN AMAZING LOW PRICE ORAL-B LAUNCH A NEW FEATURE FILLED TOOTHBRUSH AT AN AMAZING LOW PRICE
Oral-B’s latest toothbrush offers you guaranteed Oral-B quality at an amazingly low price.
TOKARA WINS DECANTER GOLDS TOKARA WINS DECANTER GOLDS
TOKARA winery has been awarded 10 medals at the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards including gold for the TOKARA Walker Bay Chardonnay 2007 and the TOKARA Zondernaam Sauvignon Blanc 2008.
TRIPLE WHAMMY FOR THE TRIPLE-DISTILLED JAMESON TRIPLE WHAMMY FOR THE TRIPLE-DISTILLED JAMESON
Launched in South Africa at the end of last year, The Jameson Reserve Collection represents the collaboration of the Jameson Masters. To have three of these whiskeys crowned with honour is testimony to the supreme artistry and craftsmanship of these whiskies of resplendent flavour and magnificent finesse.
FIVE NEW CAPE WINE MASTERS GRADUATE FIVE NEW CAPE WINE MASTERS GRADUATE
Five new graduates were awarded Diplomas as Cape Wine Masters on Friday May 8, 2009 marking the 25th anniversary since the first South African CWMs qualified. This brings the number of successful examinations to 71, and the Institute membership to 64 (including three honorary members).
logo-news-item A GPS READING OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN
The CGC acts as a facilitator and rainmaker for the FMCG and related industries. Following on from our successful ECR Conference in October 2008, we invite you to attend our first “LEADING EDGE” presentation
logo-news-item Sauvignon Blanc triumphs in exceptional 2009 harvest
One of the best white wine years especially for Sauvignon blanc with exceptional acidity and concentrated fruit intensity shaped by ideal, cool growing and slow ripening conditions.
INDIZA MEDIA BRINGS INNOVATIVE MAGIC TO ACSA AIRPORTS INDIZA MEDIA BRINGS INNOVATIVE MAGIC TO ACSA AIRPORTS
Primedia Outdoor subsidiary Indiza Media has been granted sole rights to erect its new media platform, Litefast Magic, at key strategic points in all ACSA airports. Litefast Magic is the only see-through, 360-degree video display in the world.
All new Waterkloof cellar launches maiden Shiraz All new Waterkloof cellar launches maiden Shiraz
Newcomer to the cluster of exceptional cellars in the Helderberg Winelands, Waterkloof, has extended its lineage of classic wines, with a maiden Shiraz under the acclaimed Circumstance label.
Give your Mom a special treat from Imbali Give your Mom a special treat from Imbali
Every mom deserves a special treat, particularly on Mother’s Day. Do something a little different this year and arrange a pampering African Spa, bath by candlelight, foot massage or hand treatment for her.
logo-mini WGO and Danone partner up for World Digestive Health Day 2009
World Digestive Health Day (WDHD) will be taking place on 29 May 2009 and marks the commencement of a year long campaign by the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO) in partnership with Danone around digestive health issues. This is the second of a three year partnership between the WGO and Danone world wide that aims to help raise awareness of digestive disorders and promote the importance of maintaining good digestive health. The theme of WDHD 2009 is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
logo-mini VMware Unveils the Industry's First Operating System for Building the Internal Cloud
VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW), the global leader in virtualization solutions from the desktop to the datacenter, has announced VMware vSphere 4, the industry's first operating system for building the internal cloud, enabling the delivery of efficient, flexible and reliable IT as a service. With a wide range of groundbreaking new capabilities, VMware vSphere 4 brings cloud computing to enterprises in an evolutionary, non-disruptive way - delivering uncompromising control with greater efficiency while preserving customer choice.
PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR DRIVES BEN 10'S MESSAGE HOME PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR DRIVES BEN 10'S MESSAGE HOME
The new BEN 10 Alien Force video game is stopping motorists, be they 'gamers' or non-gamers, in their tracks on major routes in and out of Sandton. Attention grabbing, the advertising creative is screening on the Primedia Outdoor Digital Network of innovative LED billboards.
logo-news-item ABSOLUT vodka hosted an absolut (ely) hip-and-happening bash at the annual Taste of Cape Town
Luxury brand, ABSOLUT Vodka, showcased its unparalleled marketing genius and ability to pay tribute to contemporary culture at the Taste of Cape Town, the annual highlight on the culinary calendar which plays ‘sexy’ host to Cape Town’s most acclaimed restaurants (and celebrated wine- and spirit- exhibitors).
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Hot off the press feedback from the European Customer Experience World Conference.
156 RARE CAPE WINES ON OFFER AT 35th NEDERBURG AUCTION 156 RARE CAPE WINES ON OFFER AT 35th NEDERBURG AUCTION
What better way to celebrate 350 years of winemaking in the Cape than at the 35th Nederburg Auction of Rare Cape Wines. This year the prestigious annual event takes place in Paarl on 11th and 12th September. Major local and international wine buyers will be able to taste, select and bid on an array of 156 fine wines from 70 participants, including seven newcomers.
Innovative and exciting culinary classes Innovative and exciting culinary classes
Both Margot and Neil will conduct hands-on, innovative and exciting culinary classes. The focus will be on local, seasonal produce and ways of enhancing flavour, encouraging one to experiment with taste, texture and presentation.
logo-news-item HICA 2009 to tackle Responsible Tourism
Set to become Africa’s premier investment conference, preparations are currently underway to host the 3rd edition of the Hospitality Investment Conference Africa (HICA) from 4 to 6 November 2009.
logo-news-item A Tender Game - Excellence in Meat Management Conference
How does one successfully trade in the globalised meat market, manage the ever-changing needs of the consumer, whilst operating profitably? What are the implications of the draft regulations of game meat?
logo-news-item Motorola announces availability of locally-certified RFID technology
Motorola South Africa has announced ICASA certification of its EPC Gen 2 RFID products for use in South Africa, essentially making it the first local vendor able to offer end-to-end integrated supply-chain management solutions based on this extremely sought-after technology.
NESTLE BAR-ONE chocolate wins FHM’s Guy Award NESTLE BAR-ONE chocolate wins FHM’s Guy Award
It’s official. For South African men, the best chocolate bar in South Africa is a BAR-ONE.
2010’S FIRST LARGE OUTDOOR SITE - WIDEOPEN PLATFORM AND SONY 2010’S FIRST LARGE OUTDOOR SITE - WIDEOPEN PLATFORM AND SONY
Promoting its sponsorship of the 2010 FIFA World Cup and its range of Bravia Motionflow TV’s, electronics giant Sony has secured the first official 2010 outdoor advertising site. The company will dominate Wideopen Platform’s iconic 850m2 Melrose Arch platform leading up to the much anticipated FIFA 2010 World Cup Soccer Tournaments.
Table of Peace and Unity Table of Peace and Unity
Join hands, hearts and voices at the Table of Peace and Unity, a place to laugh often and love much, to break bread with intelligent and kind people, to represent the humanity of each and every South African, in the pursuit of peace and goodwill in our land.
Charka’s got a brand new bag Charka’s got a brand new bag
Charka and Braaimeester have been fuelling South African Braais for longer than most can remember, and without doubt, many of these would not have been complete without this brand of charcoal.
WOSA PRIMING FOR FOOTY FOCUS ON SA WINE WOSA PRIMING FOR FOOTY FOCUS ON SA WINE
Primed for the international focus likely to result from next year’s 2010 FIFA World Cup, Wines of South Africa (WOSA) has revamped its website (www.wosa.co.za) with some of its information now provided in as many as ten languages and at least another ten to follow soon. The accent will be on languages spoken by many of the world’s major football enthusiasts.
Monis introduces first Vintage Port to its award winning range Monis introduces first Vintage Port to its award winning range
Monis, producer of South Africa’s most awarded fortifieds, has added a new dimension of elegance and finesse to top quality Cape port with the release of its first Vintage Port.
Golden Cloud shares its secret with Primedia Outdoor Golden Cloud shares its secret with Primedia Outdoor
Tiger Brands' Golden Cloud has shared its secret with Primedia Outdoor, a leading, wholly South African owned outdoor media giant, and inked a contract to market Golden Cloud Cake Flour on the media owner's tactical shelter advertising platforms, Consumer Ads and 48-Sheet Billboards.
Moveable feast at Vergelegen Moveable feast at Vergelegen
A party of 23 leading German restaurateurs, retailers and other wine customers recently concluded a week-long visit to South Africa with a delicious lunch and wine tasting at historic Vergelegen estate in Somerset West.
PURINA Alpo Full Course launches 2in1 PURINA Alpo Full Course launches 2in1
New Alpo Full Course 2in1 is a unique concept giving pet owners two options to choose from when feeding their dogs. Each 2in1 pellet contains nutritious, mouth-watering meat juices. It can be served dry for a crunchy meal or by simply adding water to release succulent, rich gravy that will coat each pellet.
LOAD-UP ON HEALTHY NEW FRUIT SMOOTHIE LOAD-UP ON HEALTHY NEW FRUIT SMOOTHIE
Power up with passion fruit or kick start your day with kiwi, two of four flavours in the new Loaded Smoothies range. The first 100% all natural fruit smoothie, Loaded contains a nutritious blend of fruit with no preservatives, stabilizers or colourants.
DURBAN'S MOST POPULAR SHOW PRESENTS TO YOU THE BEST GOURMET TREATS ON ONE PLATTER DURBAN'S MOST POPULAR SHOW PRESENTS TO YOU THE BEST GOURMET TREATS ON ONE PLATTER
The Good Food & Wine Show® the biggest and the best culinary show in southern Africa, will be hosting their second show in Durban at the Durban Exhibition Centre from 23-26 July.
Tactile Technologies Workshops on digital signage and touch screen solutions in retail & POS Tactile Technologies Workshops on digital signage and touch screen solutions in retail & POS
Tactile Technologies, a recognized leader in the field of point-of-sale touch solutions, cellular digital signage and interactive kiosk platforms is hosting yet another of its very successful customer events in Cape Town on the 8th May 2009.
TIME IS MONEY WITH LIQUI-FRUIT THIS EASTER TIME IS MONEY WITH LIQUI-FRUIT THIS EASTER
This Easter South Africa’s leading fruit juice brand, Liqui-Fruit, brings you a promotion that will get the juices going! “Anytime is Liqui-Fruit Time” is Liqui-Fruit’s latest competition that aims to reinforce the brand’s all year round consumption message that Liqui-Fruit is to enjoy anytime, no matter the time of year or occasion.
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V3 Industries, a South African manufacturer of a range of self-contained and remote refrigeration cabinets, have selected the FoodBiz Africa expo as a launch pad for a range of new products.
YUM YUM PEANUT BUTTER BILLBOARD CAMPAIGN WINS GOLD YUM YUM PEANUT BUTTER BILLBOARD CAMPAIGN WINS GOLD
McCann Erickson has been awarded gold for the agency’s work with photographer Michael Myersfeld on client Foodcorp’s Yum Yum business.
SHELL CAPITALISES ON PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR SPECTACULAR BILLBOARDS SHELL CAPITALISES ON PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR SPECTACULAR BILLBOARDS
Shell has contracted Primedia Outdoor's Gauteng-based Freeway Spectaculars for six months to gain exposure for its various brands with consumer calls to action.
NU METRO AND PRIMALL BRING HOME ENTERTAINMENT TO SHOPPERS NU METRO AND PRIMALL BRING HOME ENTERTAINMENT TO SHOPPERS
Nu Metro’s Home Entertainment division has aligned with Primall Media to run a four month mall advertising campaign to stimulate the purchase of its latest and most exciting films released on DVD and Blu Ray.
BALLANTINE’S IS LEAVING AN IMPRESSION ON PREMIER FOOTBALL BALLANTINE’S IS LEAVING AN IMPRESSION ON PREMIER FOOTBALL
Ballantine’s - rated the ‘Best Standard Scotch Whisky (Unaged)’ by whisky expert, Jim Murray, in the 2009 Whisky Bible, and reputably the archetypal taste to satisfy a modern style - is sponsoring an all-expenses-paid three-day trip for two to London to watch - from the comfort of the Ballantine’s Corporate Suite - the Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea, on 9th May, at the Emirates Stadium in London.
CCL INDUSTRIES ACQUIRES WINE LABEL PLANT IN SOUTH AFRICA CCL INDUSTRIES ACQUIRES WINE LABEL PLANT IN SOUTH AFRICA
CCL Industries Inc., a world leader in label solutions for the consumer packaging and healthcare markets, announced on the 3rd of March that it has acquired Ferroprint Western Cape (Pty) Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary (with separate facilities in Stellenbosch near Cape Town) of Ferroprint (Pty) Ltd., based in Durban, South Africa. Ferroprint Western Cape (Pty) Ltd. has changed its trading name to “CCL Label Cape” while its former parent company continues to trade independently as “Ferroprint”.
Stellenzicht Golden Triangle strikes gold twice in Berlin Stellenzicht Golden Triangle strikes gold twice in Berlin
Acclaimed Stellenzicht winemaker Guy Webber has contracted a serious bout of gold rush fever after two of his Golden Triangle reds struck gold at the international Berlin wine competition, Berliner Wein Trophy 2009.
logo-mini CAPTURING AFRICA’S BOOMING FOOD & BEVERAGE BUSINESS
Africa’s Big Seven (AB7) – the only event of its kind on the African Continent – is an annual expo that showcases products, services and technologies from the farm gate through the various manufacturing processes into the retail environment.
Devon Crest – a classically styled Meinert maverick Devon Crest – a classically styled Meinert maverick
One thing has been constant about Stellenbosch winemaker Martin Meinert’s traditional Bordeaux-style red, Devon Crest: change. After numerous name and look alterations this unsung wine has finally found its niche as the classically styled maverick in the esteemed Meinert collection.
TLC and Harpic get tough on stains TLC and Harpic get tough on stains
Promoting its toughest toilet cleaner brand Harpic, Reckitt Benckiser has renewed its long-standing washroom advertising contract with Primedia Unlimited subsidiary TLC to target ladies in shopping mall washrooms.
A South African couple wins the world’s wonder trip competition with Valpré A South African couple wins the world’s wonder trip competition with Valpré
A 28-year old Boksburg man and his new bride are off to see the top wonders of the world - including the USA’s Grand Canyon, Peru’s ancient city of the Incas, the Colosseum in Rome, Britain’s Stone Henge, China’s Great Wall, the Pyramids in Egypt and the Great Barrier Reef in Australia – after winning a competition sponsored by Valpré on a television programme that was broadcast on Saturday evening.
Icon Media and Oros concentrate on families in Checkers and Pick n Pay outlets Icon Media and Oros concentrate on families in Checkers and Pick n Pay outlets
Concentrate juice manufacturer Oros is once again running a campaign with branded shopping cart experts Icon Media to communicate to grocery buying parents and their family.
logo-news-item Primall Media ensures Clinique continues to dominate key mall space
Clinique, a successful and active advertiser in the shopping mall environment for the last three years, has inked the renewal of its twelve-month contract with Primedia Unlimited subsidiary Primall Media, a media owner that continues to revolutionise the pristine mall advertising environment.
Shrek, Bratz, Colgate and Icon Media partner for Oral Health Shrek, Bratz, Colgate and Icon Media partner for Oral Health
Aimed at educating South Africans on Oral Care, Colgate has commissioned Primedia Unlimited subsidiary, Icon Media’s interactive branded trolley medium to target parents and children at the point of purchase.
Southern Comfort Limelight: You and Your Friends in the Spotlight! Southern Comfort Limelight: You and Your Friends in the Spotlight!
Southern Comfort, a brand synonymous with good times with friends has recently launched a nationwide competition offering a taste of fame to fans of the brand.
PRIMALL MEDIA TAKES ABSOLUT OWNERSHIP OF THE V & A WATERFRONT PRIMALL MEDIA TAKES ABSOLUT OWNERSHIP OF THE V & A WATERFRONT
Having just taken over Absolut Vodka, the largest selling premium vodka brand in the world, Pernod Ricard signed its first deal with mall advertising specialists Primall Media to create heightened brand awareness during two of Absolut Vodka’s key retail months.
Italian eco flair – Pedrini eco utensils Italian eco flair – Pedrini eco utensils
Fans of cooking with quality, eco–innovative products will love Pedrini eco. This Italian range of biodegradable kitchen utensils is launching in SA stores soon, finally giving South Africans the opportunity to take an eco-stand in the kitchen.
Malibu Live, brought to you by Malibu Caribbean Style Rum, keeps Cape Town on its toes …. Malibu Live, brought to you by Malibu Caribbean Style Rum, keeps Cape Town on its toes ….
Footloose and fancy free, the city comes alive with this rocking promotional campaign for Malibu Caribbean Style Rum
logo-news-item Africa’s Big Seven Expo - South African Hospitality Industry “Fattens-Up” During 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup
With the FIFA 2010 Soccer World Cup less than 16 months away, opportunities within the food and beverage sector for this global event are being consumed at a phenomenal rate.
Tomato paste with extra flavour Tomato paste with extra flavour
Koo is launching its zesty new flavoured tomato paste to add extra taste to dishes.
Global becomes local as recession is felt Global becomes local as recession is felt
The recently released South African research study, supplychainforesight for 2009 claims to clearly demonstrate that one major impact of the recession on multinational South African-based businesses is that they are radically revising their commitment to global sourcing, manufacturing - and even distribution of product.
PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR OFFERS A 'TOTAL' SOLUTION PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR OFFERS A 'TOTAL' SOLUTION
Total South Africa has contracted 55 strategically located Gauteng bus shelter sites in the Primedia Outdoor bouquet of advertising platforms. The purchase was based on the observation that bus shelters are an ideal medium to attract commuters in close proximity to its Total Service Stations.
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A Taste of New Food and Beverage Trends and Technologies.
Fleur du Cap Merlot’s deep plum hue inspires name of new Orchid Fleur du Cap Merlot’s deep plum hue inspires name of new Orchid
Fleur du Cap Unfiltered Merlot, the flagship of Fleur du Cap’s award winning wines respected for their affinity with nature, has had a new Orchid named after it.
Satisfied Bavaria extends first ever billboard campaign Satisfied Bavaria extends first ever billboard campaign
Reaping immediate sales results from its first-ever outdoor advertising campaign, Bavaria extended its contract with South Africa's leading outdoor company to February 2009. They had contracted carefully positioned Primedia Outdoor sites in 2008, covering areas traversed by their market.
STARCOM SA’s MEDIA STRATEGIES FOR DUNHILL FRAGRANCES AND BEECHIES REAP INTERNATIONAL ACCOLADES STARCOM SA’s MEDIA STRATEGIES FOR DUNHILL FRAGRANCES AND BEECHIES REAP INTERNATIONAL ACCOLADES
Awarded bronze for its dunhill Fragrances media strategy as well as earning a finalist position for its Beechies strategy at the first annual International Awards for Media Innovation, Starcom South Africa has again proven its pedigree in media innovation.
logo-news-item ABSOLUT proves absolut (ely) fashionable, and hosts a watershed bash
Luxury brand, ABSOLUT Vodka, once again showcased its unparalleled marketing genius and ability to pay tribute to contemporary culture, as about thirty celebrities, and well-reputed businessmen and –women, boarded ABSOLUT Tigger II for a chartered cruise hosted in style by the premium spirit brand.
96 Winery Road indulges with Degustation Menu of sensational classics 96 Winery Road indulges with Degustation Menu of sensational classics
Food and wine lovers now have the opportunity to revel in all the house classics of 96 Winery Road, in one go, with its new Degustation Menu adding a sublime twist to food and wine pairings at this renowned Winelands restaurant.
Glenryck Pilchards encourages family moments Glenryck Pilchards encourages family moments
Glenryck Pilchards have launched The South African Family Scrap Book Competition in the latest issues of Real, Bona and Move magazines. The competition encourages consumers to write about themselves and their family and submit together with special family photos, as well as how popular tinned fish brand, Glenryck has helped, over the years, to create favourite meals and tasty recipes.
Mardi Gras magic: Sandton residents jet set to New Orleans for biggest party of their lives Mardi Gras magic: Sandton residents jet set to New Orleans for biggest party of their lives
Sandton resident, Dean Solomons, and three of his friends will shortly be making their way to New Orleans, to join thousands of revellers for what is undoubtedly the world’s most flamboyant street party, Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras (meaning Fat Tuesday) sees thousands of people from all over the world gather on Bourbon Street in celebration.
Lucky Star Continues its Sponsorship with Mamba Media Lucky Star Continues its Sponsorship with Mamba Media
Signed during the last quarter of 2008, household brand Lucky Star has signed a two-year sponsorship deal to become the latest advertising partner in Mamba Media’s flagship product, Vusi Vuzela, Soccer Warrior.
TLC and Lux tempt ladies with a delectable ‘Kiss Me’ campaign TLC and Lux tempt ladies with a delectable ‘Kiss Me’ campaign
Household brand Lux, is for the first time utilising the assistance of washroom advertising company The Letter Corporation (TLC) as part of the brands re-launch campaign. Lux’s new range of soap and bodywash has been launched in part, in the form of delectably designed Mirror Decals in ladies only washrooms in 22 malls throughout South Africa’s major metropolitan areas.
GROOTE POST VINEYARDS RELEASE MAIDEN NOBLE LATE HARVEST   TO CELEBRATE THE FARM’S 300TH ANNIVERSARY GROOTE POST VINEYARDS RELEASE MAIDEN NOBLE LATE HARVEST TO CELEBRATE THE FARM’S 300TH ANNIVERSARY
Groote Post has released a maiden Chardonnay Noble Late Harvest 2006, to honour the 300th anniversary of Groote Post Vineyards. It was in 1706, that the historic Klawervallei farm, now part of Groote Post Vineyards, was first mentioned in the Dutch East India Company’s records, as an outpost and grazing farm. To commemorate this historic occasion, the crest on the Groote Post wine label contains the wording Anno 1706.
Häagen-Dazs brings its third exclusive Shop to the South African market Häagen-Dazs brings its third exclusive Shop to the South African market
Häagen-Dazs recently opened its doors at the Hyde Park Shopping Centre, and already shoppers are queuing to get a taste of the world famous ice cream.
Stationery giant adds colour to life Stationery giant adds colour to life
BIC, the world's number one manufacturer of stationery, offers children a wide range of colouring products, BIC Kids. BIC Kids is a hit with all school children. Creativity boxes containing these products were sent out to primary schools around the country last year.
logo-mini Africa 's first family and children's industry on-line network
Cape Town , 5th February 2009 : Strategic, business partnerships are the foundation of success. To achieve more with less, businesses have to strive for excellence in a few key areas and tap into the resources of other businesses with which they share a common interest.
MIDDELVLEI ESTATE RELEASE LATEST VINTAGES OF THEIR POPULAR CHARDONNAY AND PINOTAGE/MERLOT BLEND MIDDELVLEI ESTATE RELEASE LATEST VINTAGES OF THEIR POPULAR CHARDONNAY AND PINOTAGE/MERLOT BLEND
Middelvlei, the celebrated wine estate owned by the Momberg family, located in the upper reaches of prime wine area Devon Valley, on the outskirts of Stellenbosch, have launched the latest vintages of two of their most popular wines - the pioneering Middelvlei Pinotage Merlot 2007 and their only white, the Middelvlei Chardonnay 2008, its 15th vintage.
PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR 'STARTS A PARTY' FOR J&B PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR 'STARTS A PARTY' FOR J&B
Realising the enormous value that Primedia Outdoor's tactically located bus shelter media platforms could add to its 'start a party' promotion, J&B put campaign ink to paper.
South African Cabernet a hit in the USA South African Cabernet a hit in the USA
The US is the world’s largest wine consumer market so it is terrific news for South African producers that a growing segment of US wine drinkers have taken a liking to the style of Cabernet Sauvignon produced by the country’s top winemakers.
New rich, full-bodied Viognier from Fleur du Cap New rich, full-bodied Viognier from Fleur du Cap
Fleur du Cap, one of South Africa’s finest producers of Viognier, having scooped the International Viognier Trophy for its 2006 vintage at London’s International Wine Challenge, has released another rich, full-bodied frontrunner.
Psitek launches GPRS-based point-of-sales terminal Psitek launches GPRS-based point-of-sales terminal
Now available in South Africa is Timpa, Psitek’s first dedicated point-of-sales (POS) terminal. It works wirelessly via GPRS with a SIM card, and features a built-in antenna and printer as well as a rechargeable battery. This makes Timpa a truly portable all-in-one POS terminal.
CLOS MALVERNE LAUNCHES STYLISH NEW WINE TASTING CENTRE AND BOUTIQUE HEALTH SPA CLOS MALVERNE LAUNCHES STYLISH NEW WINE TASTING CENTRE AND BOUTIQUE HEALTH SPA
Clos Malverne is a picture perfect wine estate in the exquisite Devon Valley, which is situated on the outskirts of Stellenbosch.
Take the Special K® Challenge and Win GUESS jeans! Take the Special K® Challenge and Win GUESS jeans!
Take the Special K® Drop A Jeans Size Challenge and not only could you feel great and full of energy but you could also win 1 of 350 pairs of GUESS jeans.
New Zonnebloem Cab teems with cherries and prunes New Zonnebloem Cab teems with cherries and prunes
A mouthful of cherries and prunes supported by a good tannin structure and a velvety smooth texture, is what you can expect from the new Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 vintage just released by Zonnebloem.
TLC ensures that Twinsaver won’t be forgotten TLC ensures that Twinsaver won’t be forgotten
The constant queue in the ladies’ room at shopping malls and cinemas throughout Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town is a lot more exciting thanks to The Letter Corporation’s (TLC) new Twinsaver Luxury 3 Ply door wraps, strategically positioned until the end of December 2009.
logo-mini SA Product of the Year award winners
The winners of South Africa's first Product of the Year awards were announced on Thursday, 29 January 2009 at a gala ceremony that took place at Midrand's Vodadome.
LIPTON TURNS OVER A NEW LEAF IN CAPE TOWN WITH WIDEOPEN PLATFORM LIPTON TURNS OVER A NEW LEAF IN CAPE TOWN WITH WIDEOPEN PLATFORM
Unilever’s Ice Tea brand Lipton has joined forces with large format outdoor advertising specialist Wideopen Platform to boost awareness of its flavoured Iced Tea in the heart of Cape Town during the hot summer months. The world’s great Lipton Tea based drinks offer consumers refreshing alternatives to soft drinks and include healthy options like leaf tea, infusions and ready-to-drinks.
LOCAL              SYNCHRO SWIMMING TEAM BENEFITS FROM NATURALLY BEAUTIFUL SPONSORSHIP LOCAL SYNCHRO SWIMMING TEAM BENEFITS FROM NATURALLY BEAUTIFUL SPONSORSHIP
Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics is this year’s official sponsor of the Barracudas, a Cape Town-based synchronised swimming club with members aged from eight to 17 years.
Eikendal releases latest vintage of Bordeaux-style flagship Eikendal releases latest vintage of Bordeaux-style flagship
Eikendal, the prominent Cape Winelands cellar situated on the slopes of the Helderberg in an area renowned for its acclaimed red wines, has just released the 2005 vintage of its elegant Classique – the Bordeaux-style blend that proudly wears the crown as the estate’s flagship red.
Waterkloof releases new Sauvignon Blanc foursome Waterkloof releases new Sauvignon Blanc foursome
Waterkloof wine estate, the unsung jewel of the Helderberg idyllically situated on the slopes of the Schapenberg with an eagle’s view of False Bay, has launched its 2008 Sauvignon Blanc vintages encompassing four tiers, all classic in style but each expressing a defining sense of origin.
DSTV SIGNS DEAL WITH ICON MEDIA AND PICK N PAY DSTV SIGNS DEAL WITH ICON MEDIA AND PICK N PAY
In search of innovative and exciting ways to communicate with shoppers close to the point of purchase, South African paid-TV broadcaster DSTV, has for the first time teamed up with Icon Media. DSTV aims to take advantage of Icon’s branded shopping trolleys in a bid to strengthen DSTV as a family brand and to invite children and parents to “Come and play with DSTV”.
Experience the healing hands of Africa with new Imbali hand scrub  Experience the healing hands of Africa with new Imbali hand scrub 
Our hands are used to receive and give to others. We show love, affection and respect with our open hands. There is a hand ritual in Africa that involves cleansing, exfoliating and massaging the hands and then blessing them for all that they have done.
Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé scores tops in two USA polls Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé scores tops in two USA polls
Pioneering Stellenbosch wine estate, Simonsig, is paving the way for South African Méthode Cap Classique in the tough USA market with Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé clinching the venerable 90-point mark in no less than two authoritative wine publications in under three months.
THE GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW IS BACK AND PROMISES TO BE BETTER THAN EVER  THE GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW IS BACK AND PROMISES TO BE BETTER THAN EVER 
The Good Food & Wine Show ® is back for 2009 and gearing to launch the 12th trilogy of shows starting off with Cape Town. The winter show will be hosted at the Cape Town Convention Centre and promises to feature the latest international trends as well as new innovative areas to make The Good Food & and Wine Show® the biggest and the best in southern Africa. Currently the show is the largest food and beverage show setting it apart from the small as well as ‘copy-cat’ events hosted in the South Africa.
COMBIFORTE PROBIOTICS – HEALTH FROM WITHIN COMBIFORTE PROBIOTICS – HEALTH FROM WITHIN
Although probiotics have been around for many years, it is quite astonishing how few people are aware of their benefits. We live in a toxic world where toxins can be found everywhere, even in our drinking water.
LIKE ‘TOPSY’, AFRICA’S BIG SEVEN JUST KEEPS GROWING LIKE ‘TOPSY’, AFRICA’S BIG SEVEN JUST KEEPS GROWING
Africa’s Big Seven (AB7) is an annual event held every July at Gallagher Estate – now renamed Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Gauteng. It consists of seven co-related and intertwined elements that track products, services and technologies from the farm gate right through the various processes culminating in retail sales.
Internal communication: the art of communicating in times of crisis Internal communication: the art of communicating in times of crisis
Often companies underestimate the importance of effective communication
Black like me. Renew yourself. Black like me. Renew yourself.
Take a new look at Black Like Me... like you, it has kept with the times, evolved and renewed itself. Black Like Me hair and beauty products have re-launched their entire hair care range.
Kick start your health this New Year Kick start your health this New Year
Do you usually feel a bit sluggish after the festive season? As we all know, the start of a New Year finds many people feeling inadequate as far as their health is concerned.
THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE HAS PAID VILAFONTÉ DIVIDENDS THIS YEAR AS THE LUXURY WINE BRAND IS HONOURED AT HOME AND ABROAD THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE HAS PAID VILAFONTÉ DIVIDENDS THIS YEAR AS THE LUXURY WINE BRAND IS HONOURED AT HOME AND ABROAD
Vilafonté’s success has reached unprecedented heights, as the luxury wine brand adds two proverbial feathers to their cap in 2008. The winery’s inaugural 5-star Platter rating for their Vilafonté Series C 2006 follows hot-on-the-heels of Vilafonté’s nomination for ‘New World Winery of the Year’ by influential American wine- and lifestyle magazine, Wine Enthusiast.
logo-news-item Woolworths launches new range of baking essentials
If you'd love to turn out gourmet dishes time after time without spending too much time in the kitchen, you'll be glad to know that with the launch of Woolworths comprehensive new ranges of cook's and baking essentials, help is at hand!
COMUTANET AND REAL MAGAZINE HOST TIGER BRANDS MEDIA DAY COMUTANET AND REAL MAGAZINE HOST TIGER BRANDS MEDIA DAY
South Africa’s leading commuter media company ComutaNet joined forces with popular magazine Real, to host Tiger Brands’ Media Day where new and pioneering trends in the black mass market were divulged.
Warwick Estate Warwick Estate
With the recent announcement of Wine Spectator’s ‘Top 100’ list for 2009, Warwick has made history with their flagship Bordeaux-style blend, Trilogy, featuring at number 46.
PUT A SPARKLE IN YOUR HOLIDAYS WITH VILLIERA PUT A SPARKLE IN YOUR HOLIDAYS WITH VILLIERA
A bottle of Villiera bubbly is definitely a must-have for holiday shopping lists. Create a special experience during every occasion with these fine sparkling wines created in the Methode Cap Classique style. Enjoy the scintillating zestiness of Villiera Tradition Brut carefully blended from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Pinotage grapes and twice fermented for a yeasty complexity.
International Winemaker of the Year joins the Cape Winemakers Guild International Winemaker of the Year joins the Cape Winemakers Guild
Abrie Beeslaar of Kanonkop, who has just been voted International Winemaker of the Year for 2008 at the International Wine and Spirits Competition in London, is the latest member to join the prestigious Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG).
Imperial Logistics Social Responsibility Programmes Imperial Logistics Social Responsibility Programmes
Imperial Logistics is one of three divisions within the Imperial Holdings Group and the leading logistics and supply chain management company in Southern Africa. Since 2001, the company has driven various Corporate Social Responsibility programmes. Some of these programmes are linked to the services that the company provides. Imperial Logistics focuses amongst others on initiatives to ensure the health and safety of its own drivers and provides extensive support to HIV/AIDS projects in partnership with the Road Freight Association (RFA) and the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight industry. Above and beyond the industry, Imperial Logistics is also involved in HIV/AIDS educational projects, as well as care and support for people affected by the disease.
WOOLWORTHS INTRODUCES NEW RANGE OF READY-MADE MEALS WOOLWORTHS INTRODUCES NEW RANGE OF READY-MADE MEALS
With everything most of us have to do in the course of a day, it isn’t always easy to find the time to prepare well-balanced, nutritious meals. Now, with the launch of Woolworths exclusive new eatwell range, serving up delicious meals is as easy as pushing ‘start’ on the microwave.
Axe – A fresh new look Axe – A fresh new look
Axe deodorant is known for its bold communication, captivating TVC’s and is constantly seen on the cutting edge of innovation. The brand leads the market in terms of differentiation in this sense as well as in activation at both a brand and product level.
BLACK OYSTERCATCHER WINES FROM THE COOL TIP OF AFRICA EXPANDS ITS VISITOR OFFERING BLACK OYSTERCATCHER WINES FROM THE COOL TIP OF AFRICA EXPANDS ITS VISITOR OFFERING
Black Oystercatcher Wines, producers of boutique wines from the coastal Agulhas district and Elim wine ward, are proud to announce the opening of their much anticipated tasting room and function venue as of December 2008.
Below the line activation works hard for KITKAT and delivers Below the line activation works hard for KITKAT and delivers
NESTLE flagship countline brand KITKAT’s Score A Break promotion, which concluded this week, delivered on both volume and awareness of the brand. The promotion combined multi-media platforms to deliver a 360 degree campaign that over achieved on every objective.
LARGE SHIPMENT OF ‘COCAINE’ SEIZED AT DURBAN CUSTOMS LARGE SHIPMENT OF ‘COCAINE’ SEIZED AT DURBAN CUSTOMS
5 December 2008 – The first cargo of the premium American energy soft drink, ‘Cocaine’, to arrive in South Africa has now been released after being seized at Durban International Airport only days after it was stopped at Johannesburg International.
OAK VALLEY WHITE BLEND LAUNCHED TO INSTANT ACCLAIM OAK VALLEY WHITE BLEND LAUNCHED TO INSTANT ACCLAIM
The White Blend envisioned when a small block of semillon was planted, in mid-2004, on the higher foothills on the Oak Valley Estate in the Elgin Valley, nearly didn’t come to light after the 2007 harvest.
SARIE KOS RECIPES NOW ALSO IN ENGLISH SARIE KOS RECIPES NOW ALSO IN ENGLISH
All the recipes in the popular Afrikaans food magazine SARIE KOS, a brand extension of SARIE, will now also be available in English. In the summer issue of SARIE KOS, in stores from 10 December, all 95 recipes appear in a separate English section, with a small photograph to identify each one.
Schweden-Bitter and TLC aid consumers whose eyes are bigger than their stomachs Schweden-Bitter and TLC aid consumers whose eyes are bigger than their stomachs
On the eternal quest to cure that bloated, over-indulged feeling, Pharma Natura signed washroom advertising gurus, The Letter Corporation (TLC), to target male and female cinema enthusiasts in Johannesburg, Pretoria and Durban to drive awareness of the all natural digestive system remedy, Schweden-Bitter during the socially excessive months of October and November.
Minister of Labour Awards Imperial Logistics Minister of Labour Awards Imperial Logistics
Johannesburg, 12 November 2008 – Imperial Holdings’ wholly owned Logistics division recently received an award for Good Practice in Skills Development from the Minister of Labour, Membathisi Mdladlana. Imperial Logistics was one of eighteen recipients and the only achiever in the Logistics and Supply Chain Management Sector.
LEVI'S 501 AND PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR CALL CONSUMERS TO ACTION LEVI'S 501 AND PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR CALL CONSUMERS TO ACTION
Believing in the power of Outdoor Advertising, Levi's selected various Primedia Outdoor LED and PrimeLite sites, strategically positioned close to shopping centres, to grab the attention of the upmarket, trendy, Levi's 501 consumer.
The premiumisation of the Friskies cat food brand The premiumisation of the Friskies cat food brand
PURINA PetCare, one of the worlds leading pet care companies, produces some of the best known and best loved pet food brands. Pet owners treat their pets as part of the family, and as such, consumers are prepared to pay a higher price for premium food that provides both great taste and great nutrition to ensure their pets are satisfied. Accordingly FRISKIES is always looking at ways to invigorate the cat food category by introducing revamped packaging, new variants and convenient new pack sizes, offering consumers more for their cats’ mealtimes.
logo-mini Imperial Holdings mobilises HIV/AIDS support
An exciting new anti AIDS initiative from Imperial Holdings provides the ‘Right to Care’ organisation with mobile clinic facilities that are designed to reach remote areas of South Africa while another initiative provides HIV/AIDS clinic services on major routes through the company’s ‘Trucking Wellness’ programme.
CONSOL GLASS INVESTS R86-million in capacity AT ITS BELLVILLE FACTORY CONSOL GLASS INVESTS R86-million in capacity AT ITS BELLVILLE FACTORY
Consol Glass (Pty) Ltd, the largest glass manufacturer in Africa, has announced further upgrade and capacity expansion plans valued at R86-million at its Bellville factory in the Western Cape. Consol’s latest expansion announcement is set against a backdrop of an already high level of activity in the commissioning of new and replacement of existing furnaces and machines, all of which is assisting Consol in meeting the diverse and complex demands of the glass industry.
logo-mini THE WALL STREET JOURNAL PRAISES SA WINES
Two South African wines have received warm praise in one of the world’s most respected publications, the Wall Street Journal. One of the wines was termed “almost criminally inexpensive”, which is a ringing endorsement at a time when cash-strapped consumers are bargain hunting.
SPAR leads SA in electronic shelf labelling SPAR leads SA in electronic shelf labelling
SPAR South Africa is leading the way locally in the deployment of electronic shelf labelling. This is the report from Rick Wheeler, group retail systems manager at JSE-listed SPAR.
JWT TEMPTS CONSUMERS WITH ULTIMATE AERO CARAMEL INDULGENCE JWT TEMPTS CONSUMERS WITH ULTIMATE AERO CARAMEL INDULGENCE
JWT Johannesburg conceptualised a national advertising campaign for Nestlé promoting the ultimate chocolate indulgence, the new AERO Caramel. The ad boosted sales exceeding the marketing forecast by 30%.
Tanqueray welcomes summer with Sunset Sessions Tanqueray welcomes summer with Sunset Sessions
Tanqueray®, the world’s only 4 times distilled gin, has collaborated with eco-friendly design label Carbon D’ Afreeque and select Primi Piatti outlets in South Africa, to bring consumers the Tanqueray Sunset Sessions every Wednesday till end November 2008.
JWT BREAKS THROUGH THE CLUTTER WITH NESTLÉ'S NEW COUNTRY FRESH PLUS JWT BREAKS THROUGH THE CLUTTER WITH NESTLÉ'S NEW COUNTRY FRESH PLUS
JWT Johannesburg found an innovative way to break through the clutter to promote Country Fresh Plus, Nestlé Ice Cream's new line extension under its Country Fresh brand. The innovative national advertising campaign will hit the media towards the end of 2008.
TLC AND PERNOD RICARD GO WILD TLC AND PERNOD RICARD GO WILD
Capturing the attention of the hip and trendy crowd over the festive season is never an easy task. However, indoor advertising specialists, The Letter Corporation (TLC) is up to the challenge and has partnered with long standing client Pernod Ricard to promote its award-winning Bourbon, Wild Turkey over the festive season.
logo-mini Bornfree Children’s Festival positioned to reawaken
Every year on the 31st of October South Africans attempt to celebrate the American holiday of Halloween. However, this year, marked the birth of the Bornfree Children’s Festival – an alternative, indigenous way to celebrate the 31st of October, courtesy of Egg Marketing & Communications.
CHIVAS BROTHERS NAMED DISTILLER OF THE YEAR AT INTERNATIONAL WINE AND SPIRIT COMPETITION CHIVAS BROTHERS NAMED DISTILLER OF THE YEAR AT INTERNATIONAL WINE AND SPIRIT COMPETITION
Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, was presented with the highly regarded Worldwide Distiller of the Year Trophy at the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) earlier this week.
Maiden Eikendal Pinotage - a gentle giant with varietal integrity Maiden Eikendal Pinotage - a gentle giant with varietal integrity
Eikendal, a prominent Cape Winelands cellar situated on the slopes of the Helderberg in an area renowned for its acclaimed red wines, has joined South Africa’s pack of dedicated Pinotage producers with the release of its maiden vintage.
DEFINE YOURSELF: INTRODUCING PANTENE PRO-V ENHANCED LAYERS DEFINE YOURSELF: INTRODUCING PANTENE PRO-V ENHANCED LAYERS
Layering has become an essential part of the modern woman’s hairstyle; a fantastically adaptable trend that will work for practically all hair types, regardless of colour, texture, condition or length. Layers create a modern, effortless, laid-back chic look – until the next time we wash our hair. If our layers behaved as brilliantly at home as they promise to when we leave the salon, none of us would have any complaints. But according to the experts at Pantene, the story isn’t quite that simple.
Nokia joins up with Primedia Outdoor Nokia joins up with Primedia Outdoor
Designing for digital should follow three simple rules. Be simple. Be colourful. Be bold. Nokia's N78 creative puts Primedia Outdoor's innovative LED billboards to excellent use by following these basic principles.
Indulge in a day in the life of Eva Indulge in a day in the life of Eva
Magnum ice cream is partnering with Spar to promote the launch of the new Magnum Mini's with the opportunity to win “A day in the life of Eva Longoria” - Magnum ice cream's brand ambassador.
PLASCON SELECTS PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR TO LAUNCH 2009 COLOUR SELECTIONS PLASCON SELECTS PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR TO LAUNCH 2009 COLOUR SELECTIONS
Bold colours are an highly effective way of drawing consumers' attention to outdoor billboards, as evidenced in the vibrant green used in Plascon's Live Colour campaign.
Baxter's Food Group Baxter's Food Group
Baxter's Food Group have reviewed their position within the South African market, and following a period of consultation have appointed a new Importer and Distributor for their product range.
COMUTANET TURBO BOOSTS THE SUNLIGHT BRAND COMUTANET TURBO BOOSTS THE SUNLIGHT BRAND
Trusted Unilever brand, Sunlight called on ComutaNet to launch its line extension, Sunlight Turbo, taking advantage of the company’s reach of over 20 million commuters. 50 Quantum mini buses are sporting full branding for the six month campaign period between September 2008 and February 2009.
HEAD & SHOULDERS LAUNCHES ADVANCED DAMAGE RESCUE HEAD & SHOULDERS LAUNCHES ADVANCED DAMAGE RESCUE
Rigorous scientific clinical tests, consumer trials and the use of breakthrough technology have resulted in Head & Shoulders' most advanced product to date.
Insight/NACS RMF Convenience Africa Summit Insight/NACS RMF Convenience Africa Summit
Focus Session - NACS Green Toolkit. Presented by Arabella Lacarta, Senior Consultant, Insight Research and author of NACS Green Toolkit.
Summer Sensäations are pure bliss Summer Sensäations are pure bliss
Until the end of December, Häagen-Dazs lovers can double their pleasure by buying a pint of their favourite Häagen-Dazs decadence, then adding a pint of the new delicious and indulgent Limited Edition Häagen-Dazs Raspberries & Meringue flavour.
RENAISSANCE FOR FRANSCHHOEK’S LA BRI CELLAR AND ITS WINES RENAISSANCE FOR FRANSCHHOEK’S LA BRI CELLAR AND ITS WINES
Owner Robin Hamilton, and his partner, Lindy Waterkeyn, describe La Bri as; ‘A small, quiet, and very beautiful place: just being here makes you want to do things better.’ The construction of a new 120-tonne boutique wine cellar and tasting room, tucked in, as it is, behind some mature oak trees, has not disturbed this tranquillity, but has been the necessary investment to give substance to the philosophy of doing things better. While conventional wisdom in the wine industry suggests that now is not the time to invest in bricks and mortar, three years ago Robin decided that to do justice to the potential quality of the estate’s grapes, a comprehensively different approach to winemaking was needed.
Global win for local food products Global win for local food products
Three South African food products recently won awards at the first International Union of Food Science and Technology* (IUFoST) Global Food Industry Awards in Shanghai, China.
29th edition of Platter’s Guide unwrapped 29th edition of Platter’s Guide unwrapped
The 2009 edition of Platter's Guide, South Africa's original and still best-selling wine annual, was unwrapped in Stellenbosch today (13 November) along with the names of the five-star wines and the coveted awards for Superquaffer, Wine and Winery of the Year.
Half Price Sundays at Asoka Half Price Sundays at Asoka
Good news: Asoka cocktail and tapas bar is extending its very successful Sunday half price tapas specials.
logo-mini Launch of supplychainforesight 2009
The sixth annual supplychainforesight survey initiated and sponsored by Barloworld Logistics, has been launched to the industry. This year’s survey will continue the trend of its highly successful predecessors by exploring groundbreaking aspects of supply chain and logistics practices in South Africa.
JWT SCORES A BREAK WITH NESTLÉ KIT KAT JWT SCORES A BREAK WITH NESTLÉ KIT KAT
Challenged to sell an additional eight million KIT KATS during 2008, Nestlé tasked JWT to conceptualise a promotion to drive repeat purchases of KIT KAT 4-Finger and KIT KAT Chunky. The brief stipulated that Nestlé's long-term brand strategy of "Have a break, have a KIT KAT" positioning, be maintained.
LIQUI-FRUIT CELEBRATES SUMMER WITH A SIZZLING NEW PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN LIQUI-FRUIT CELEBRATES SUMMER WITH A SIZZLING NEW PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN
Liqui-Fruit, South Africa’s leading fruit juice brand, has launched a new summer promotion called ‘Feel Nothing but Sexy this Summer’ which runs from 15 October 2008 to 15 January 2009. The grand prize is a trip of a lifetime for two to sizzling Rio de Janeiro, while 300 other lucky prize winners will be instantly rewarded with R1000 spa or lingerie vouchers. This promotion aims to create consumer excitement and increase brand awareness throughout summer and the holiday season when fruit juice sales are typically at their peak.
BUY YOUR OWN “TEQUILA” FACTORY BUY YOUR OWN “TEQUILA” FACTORY
Premier auctioneers, ClareMart Auction Group will sell what is billed as a first in South Africa, when the public tender process closes on a “Tequila” distillery and plant. According to CEO, Jonathan Smiedt, ClareMart Auction Group was instructed by joint liquidators, Mr. Bryan Shaw of Progressive Administration and Mr. Raymond Fenner to conduct the sale of Agave Distillers through a public tender.
Môreson bubblies, sublime indulgences over the festive season, on Valentine’s Day … or ‘when you are thirsty’ … Môreson bubblies, sublime indulgences over the festive season, on Valentine’s Day … or ‘when you are thirsty’ …
Môreson is a little slice of magic, a pocket outside of time, in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, a place where every minute of every day is consumed with wine.
DGB AGAIN JOINS FORCES WITH TLC TO PROMOTE LEADER BRAND DGB AGAIN JOINS FORCES WITH TLC TO PROMOTE LEADER BRAND
South Africa's largest independent wine and spirit producer and distributor DGB, has again called upon the expertise of washroom media specialists TLC to run a university washroom campaign for Zappa, DGB’s leading sambuca product. Its latest campaign boasts updated creative and aims to instil brand awareness for the month of October and again from 1 February to 31 May 2009.
General Mills to add innovative limited edition flavours to the Pillsbury TubeSet® batter range General Mills to add innovative limited edition flavours to the Pillsbury TubeSet® batter range
Pillsbury’s convenient TubeSet® product range, the innovative batter delivery system that combines all of the delectable taste of fresh ‘from-scratch’ baking with versatility and record time, will also be available in exciting ‘Limited Edition’ flavours, beginning with the heavenly Strawberries & Cream TubeSet®.
Liqui-Fruit splashes out with two new flavours Liqui-Fruit splashes out with two new flavours
Liqui-Fruit is introducing two new flavours to its 2L range - Tropical and Mango. All Liqui-Fruit packs will also be participating in the juice brand's summer promotion, where one person will win a week holiday to the Rio Carnival in Rio de Janeiro.
Häagen-Dazs celebrates its roots indulgently Häagen-Dazs celebrates its roots indulgently
When it comes to pure indulgence, nothing beats a scoop (or two, or three) of creamy, slow-melting, delicious Häagen-Dazs ice cream.
BOB MARTIN TO GROW MARKET WITH NEW PUPPY AND KITTEN RANGE. BOB MARTIN TO GROW MARKET WITH NEW PUPPY AND KITTEN RANGE.
Bob Martin, market leaders in the pet healthcare industry, has launched a new range specifically targeting owners of puppies and kittens.
THE CHRISTMAS SHOPPING FAIR 2008 THE CHRISTMAS SHOPPING FAIR 2008
We would like to take this opportunity to introduce to you The Christmas Shopping Fair 2008 to be held at the Durban Exhibition Centre from 18 – 21 December 2008.
THE 411 ON PERI DELI THE 411 ON PERI DELI
Almost twenty-one years since South Africa’s favourite flame grilled Peri-Peri chicken concept was founded, a brand new Peri-inspired generation hatches - Nando’s Peri Deli. Styled to appeal to hip and happening, techno-savvy, socially conscious trend-setters looking for a freshly-prepared array of good food on the go, everything about Nando’s Peri Deli shouts fresh, quality, convenience and - where possible – Peri-Peri!
Bushmills launch a competition to win a restored classic MGB Roadster Bushmills launch a competition to win a restored classic MGB Roadster
In celebration of the 400th anniversary of the licence to distil, Bushmills™ Irish Whiskey has launched a competition in South Africa to win a 1966 MGB Roadster.
SEIDELBERG ESTATE RELEASES THEIR FOURTH PINK WINE SEIDELBERG ESTATE RELEASES THEIR FOURTH PINK WINE
The theory that wine is subject to the whims of fashion has never been more convincingly illustrated than by the increasing international popularity, since the turn of the millennium, of pink wines of all hues and quality. In the UK, a category that, ten years ago, accounted for barely one percent of sales now stands at eight percent. Recent figures show that the number of regular wine-drinkers who ‘drink pink’ has risen by over 60% in the last three years. More telling is the fact that even the French are taking to it in escalating numbers with rosé sales having recently overtaken those of white wines.
"LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION," CONFIRMS PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR "LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION," CONFIRMS PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR
Primedia Outdoor confirms that understanding the dynamics of the marketplace is essential for planning effective outdoor campaigns.
URBAN CHIC COMES TO MAPONYA MALL URBAN CHIC COMES TO MAPONYA MALL
Looking good just got easier. Charlie Parker, the largest independent retailer of ethnic hair products in South Africa, has just opened a new concept store at Maponya Mall in Soweto. Conveniently located on the ground floor, the new-look store offers a complete hair and beauty shopping experience with a wide range of products and accessories.
SA WINE INDUSTRY'S CONSERVATION EFFORTS ACCLAIMED INTERNATIONALLY SA WINE INDUSTRY'S CONSERVATION EFFORTS ACCLAIMED INTERNATIONALLY
The concerted conservation efforts of the South African wine industry, which in just four years has set aside for long-term conservation a total of 104 000 hectares - more than the total national vineyard of almost 102 000 hectares - is being praised internationally, according to Wines of South Africa (WOSA) CEO, Su Birch.
logo-mini MicroStrategy Offers Business Intelligence Reports and Dashboards on the Apple iPhone
Johannesburg, 27 October 2008 – MicroStrategy® Incorporated (NASDAQ: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence (BI) software, has announced that its latest version of MicroStrategy 8™ software, offers interactive reporting and analysis directly on the Apple® iPhone™. MicroStrategy 8 takes full advantage of the latest Web 2.0 technologies to provide a rich application interface between iPhone and MicroStrategy.
PICK 'N PAY SIGNS ICON MEDIA FOR CUSTOM MODELLED TROLLEYS PICK 'N PAY SIGNS ICON MEDIA FOR CUSTOM MODELLED TROLLEYS
Local retail giant Pick 'n Pay has signed an exclusive contract with Icon Media, the branded shopping cart experts, to create uniquely modelled trolleys resembling space ships for their Hypermarket stores across the country in a bid to make shopping an entertaining and pleasant experience for parents and their young ones.
Kumkani Sauvignon Blanc is TOPS Kumkani Sauvignon Blanc is TOPS
Kumkani Lanner Hill Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2007 continues to ride the wave of success as it was selected for WINE magazine TOPS at SPAR Sauvignon Blanc Top 10 list.
KWV announces launch of Roodeberg White Blend KWV announces launch of Roodeberg White Blend
Roodeberg enjoys as much popularity today as it did 60 years ago. A household name, Roodeberg red blend will now be partnered with Roodeberg white blend, as KWV proudly announces an addition to the Roodeberg range. Roodeberg was first introduced by Dr Charles Niehaus, a founding father of the South African wine industry, who named the blend after the hue of the Boland mountains at sunset.
COMUTANET SHAKES UP COMMUTERS’ AROMAT AWARENESS COMUTANET SHAKES UP COMMUTERS’ AROMAT AWARENESS
As part of a long-term awareness drive, South African favourite seasoning, Aromat has commissioned ComutaNet to brand a national fleet of 66 taxis to relay to consumers that Aromat is the ideal companion for their choice of meal, at any time of the day.
RISING FROM THE ASHES RISING FROM THE ASHES
Chenin Blanc is rising from the ashes and winemaker Bruwer Raats is making serious in-roads in the highly competitive wine market of the United Kingdom by impressing wine critics with his passionate approach to Chenin Blanc. In a recent article on Chenin Blanc in the British Sunday newspaper The Observer, the 2007 Raats Original Chenin Blanc was hailed as one of the best produced in this country.
Mumm Champagne – the ideal celebratory drink or special gift … the ultimate indulgence Mumm Champagne – the ideal celebratory drink or special gift … the ultimate indulgence
Champagne is definitely one of the most desirable choices for a Christmas (or Valentines) Wish List!
Toblerone Celebrates a Century of Swiss Chocolate Market Leadership Toblerone Celebrates a Century of Swiss Chocolate Market Leadership
It is impossible not to think of Toblerone when considering Swiss chocolate which has, ever since the first milk chocolate was created in 1875, remained one of the most desirable confectionaries globally. This iconic brand this year celebrates its centenary, a hundred years of achievement that has seen chocolatier Theodor Tobler’s uniquely jagged-shaped, chocolate coated honey and nougat confectionary become one of the world’s most recognised brands.
3M ADDS COLOUR TO CONSUMERS’ OFFICE DESKS 3M ADDS COLOUR TO CONSUMERS’ OFFICE DESKS
3M South Africa is pleased to announce an exciting new range of office and stationery products to brighten up desks in the home, office and conference venues. The new items are already available in-store.
Woolworths introduces fun new range of meals for kids Woolworths introduces fun new range of meals for kids
Woolworths has launched a variety of ready-to-heat kids’ meals in their new, exclusive ‘eatwell’ range.
WOMEN CELEBRATE WITH PRIMEDIA FACE 2 FACE WOMEN CELEBRATE WITH PRIMEDIA FACE 2 FACE
They say a woman represents intuition, creativity, nurturing and love, characteristics that are essential to a healthy functioning society. Recently South Africa celebrated Woman’s month where Primedia Face 2 Face and Five Roses took the opportunity to honour our women and the vital role they play. The campaign made use of Primedia Face 2 Face’s Community Events Marketing (CEM) service which allows the client to firmly entrench their brands into the hearts and minds of community members whilst giving at the same time.
Fleur du Cap crowned top cellar at 2008 Veritas Awards Fleur du Cap crowned top cellar at 2008 Veritas Awards
Fleur du Cap triumphed at the 2008 Veritas Awards as South Africa’s top performing cellar, clinching three Double Gold and two Gold medals.
Bilton releases second vintage of its opulent Pinotage Bilton releases second vintage of its opulent Pinotage
Bilton Wine Estate, the picturesque farm situated on the verdant slopes of the Helderberg in an area renowned for its acclaimed red wines, has just released the second vintage of its lauded Pinotage, the opulent Bilton Pinotage 2007.
EMPOWERDEX RATES primedia outdoor AS BBB LEVEL FIVE CONTRIBUTOR EMPOWERDEX RATES primedia outdoor AS BBB LEVEL FIVE CONTRIBUTOR
Primedia Outdoor was recently rated as a BBB Level Five Contributor by Empowerdex, an independent Economic Empowerment Rating Agency, and received 80% procurement recognition.
Annie Leibovitz interprets Italian style for the 2009 Lavazza calendar: THE ITALIAN ESPRESSO EXPERIENCE Annie Leibovitz interprets Italian style for the 2009 Lavazza calendar: THE ITALIAN ESPRESSO EXPERIENCE
Lavazza has added an important chapter to its famous calendar story by commissioning Annie Leibovitz, the best-known and most sought-after contemporary photographer, to produce the seventeenth edition under the art direction of the advertising agency Armando Testa.
New Joburg Easter Festival to up the ante in holiday entertainment New Joburg Easter Festival to up the ante in holiday entertainment
Traditional Easter holiday entertainment and events will never be the same again; so says Johannesburg Expo Centre CEO Craig Newman who has announced the launch of the Joburg Easter Festival, anticipated to be the largest and most broadly appealing exhibition show ever staged at the Nasrec precinct property. The event, scheduled over the traditional Easter holiday season next year, will feature dynamic new elements, themes, attractions and exhibits as well as traditional family favourites. The decision to imagineer a new Easter event comes in the wake of substantial redevelopment of the Nasrec precinct in anticipation of 2010.
SPECIALLY PACKAGED WHISKIES FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON SPECIALLY PACKAGED WHISKIES FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON
Some things are so special they’re only created in very limited quantities. Such is the exquisitely packaged Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Gold Signature, the rare and special super premium Scotch whisky. The ideal Christmas gift for that special person, it’s the personal creation of Master Blender, Colin Scott. Every cask is hand picked from very old (ISC) held in London recently.
Nutren Diabetes launches new website Nutren Diabetes launches new website
Nestlé Healthcare Nutrition celebrated the launch of the new Nutren Diabetes website www.nutren-diabetes.co.za by hosting a media day on Wednesday the 8th of October. The media were treated to low GI cooking lessons that taught everyone how to “Live Well with Type 2 Diabetes”.
Primedia Outdoor secures Namibia's first building wrap Primedia Outdoor secures Namibia's first building wrap
Primedia Outdoor has secured Namibia's first ever building wrap, following many months of co-ordination between various partners, to create awareness around the country's Diamond Centenary.
logo-mini Mexican flair stops shoppers
Sombreros and tequila, tacos and red chillies are popping up in the kitchens, TV rooms and dining rooms of more and more South African families. Why? Because Old El Paso makes it even easier to make every meal a fiesta of Mexican flavour. During this family fun brand's latest promotion, it's more cost effective, too.
Lipton’s ‘Turn Over a New Leaf’ campaign gets consumers ready for the New Year Lipton’s ‘Turn Over a New Leaf’ campaign gets consumers ready for the New Year
Lipton Tea’s ‘Turn Over a New Leaf’ campaign has inspired many South African’s to start living a healthier lifestyle, providing them with opportunities to start afresh and replace bad habits with good ones. However with the December holidays and the New Year approaching, Lipton has created even more opportunities for individuals to ‘Turn Over a New Leaf’ with their exciting in-store and out of home initiatives.
S & N LABELS CAPE LAUNCHES IN THE WESTERN CAPE S & N LABELS CAPE LAUNCHES IN THE WESTERN CAPE
S&N Labels (Pty) Ltd with head office in Jet Park, east of Johannesburg, was established in 1998, and offers solutions for diverse labeling and bar-coding requirements. The company produces of a wide range of manufactured labels and is a specialist supplier of world class hardware. S&N Labels has, within ten years, become one of the most respected labeling solutions companies in South Africa and has been awarded the coveted GS1 accreditation.
CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF PROGRESS AND STILL WALKING CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF PROGRESS AND STILL WALKING
Few symbols can boast the international recognition and appeal of ‘The Striding Man’ - the icon of the House of Walker - which celebrates its centenary this year.
BUSY YEAR FOR BRANDY FOUNDATION BUSY YEAR FOR BRANDY FOUNDATION
South Africans are getting to know more about their favourite tipple than ever before, thanks to the huge strides made by the South African Brandy Foundation to build on the refined image and appeal of South African brandy through consumer education.
PUT A SPARKLE IN YOUR HOLIDAYS WITH VILLIERA PUT A SPARKLE IN YOUR HOLIDAYS WITH VILLIERA
A bottle of Villiera bubbly is definitely a must-have for holiday shopping lists. Create a special experience during every occasion with these fine sparkling wines created in the Methode Cap Classique style. Enjoy the scintillating zestiness of Villiera Tradition Brut carefully blended from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Pinotage grapes and twice fermented for a yeasty complexity.
logo-mini In an Absolut World, every night is a ‘Masquerade’
Newly acquired holding of wine and spirits giant, Pernod Ricard, ABSOLUT VODKA stands in a league of its own as the number one premium vodka in the world and the fourth largest spirits brand in the global market.
SARIE KOS SERVES UP SPRING INSPIRATION SARIE KOS SERVES UP SPRING INSPIRATION
SARIE KOS greets spring with more than 90 inspirational recipes which will have you coming back for more! Since the launch of this vibrant brand extension just a year ago the magazine has grown in leaps and bounds and now ranks amongst the best-selling food magazines in SA.
GAVISCON AND TLC FIGHT HEARTBURN IN SHOPPING MALLS & CINEMAS GAVISCON AND TLC FIGHT HEARTBURN IN SHOPPING MALLS & CINEMAS
Gaviscon has once again embarked on an indoor advertising campaign across high traffic Nightlife venues, cinemas and malls using the TLC washroom advertising network.
Delaire unveils maiden vintage of winemaker Chris Kelly Delaire unveils maiden vintage of winemaker Chris Kelly
Delaire – the Stellenbosch boutique wine estate perched high on the crest of the Helshoogte Pass – celebrates the completion of its new state-of-the-art cellar with the release of a trio of new terroir driven wines.
logo-mini Birth of Pick n Pay Mighty Mom initiative
“I’d like to be the ideal mother, but I’m too buys raising my kids.” ~ Unknown This is the sentiment of millions of mothers across South Africa, which has lead to the insemination and final birth of: Pick n Pay Mighty Mom. October 2008 heralds the official launch of the national initiative, along with the publication of one of the campaign’s core elements, namely the Pick n Pay Mighty Mom manual.
New Quality Fresh Packaging Launched in Gauteng New Quality Fresh Packaging Launched in Gauteng
The Fantastic new packaging was launched on 2 October at Rahme Guys. The objective of introducing this is to create a standard throughout the franchise tiers and a brand associated with quality products.
Create relevant and compelling shopper solutions by investing in Shopper Diary Create relevant and compelling shopper solutions by investing in Shopper Diary
Do you understand how shoppers are buying? Do you want to know what to do to get your products into more baskets more of the time? Buy Shopper Diary 2008 to get the most recent, compelling and up-to-date information on the retail market in South Africa.
JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY LAUNCHES RESERVE COLLECTION JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY LAUNCHES RESERVE COLLECTION
Answering the ever-increasing market demand for luxury goods, Jameson has created an exclusive Reserve Collection to suit all tastes. The range is a remarkable expression of all that is supreme about Jameson whiskey. Created from rare and limited whiskey stocks, the Reserve Collection showcases Jameson's unique art of whiskey-making that remains true to the pot-still tradition, laid down by John Jameson in the 18th century.
logo-mini RICKETY BRIDGE LAUNCHES FIRST VINTAGES MADE BY NEW WINEMAKER, WYNAND GROBLER
Wines produced by Rickety Bridge’s up-and-coming new winemaker Wynand Grobler, after his maiden vintage at the recently refurbished picturesque Franschhoek riverside estate, are drinking well and showing most satisfactory results.
logo-news-item Twinsaver's new luxurious look is a pleasure to see
Twinsaver, which is one of South Africa's most loved brands and is synonymous with top-quality and value for money, has upgraded their range of two-ply toilet tissue to offer its ever expanding client base more luxury and elegance in the bathroom.
General Mills launches innovative new Savoury TubeSet from Pillsbury General Mills launches innovative new Savoury TubeSet from Pillsbury
Johannesburg, South Africa – When it launches this summer, the new Savoury TubeSet, a Pillsbury product, will revolutionise the time, energy and versatility that are typically required in a busy kitchen.
HELPING ‘WRITE’ A FEW WRONGS - PAPERMATE TEAMS UP WITH 1 IN 1 OUT HELPING ‘WRITE’ A FEW WRONGS - PAPERMATE TEAMS UP WITH 1 IN 1 OUT
With 8.5 million citizens who are unable to read or write, our nation faces real challenges.
Reaching out to the Community Reaching out to the Community
Every December, the Reach Out Project makes and delivers a minimum of 100 hampers with non-perishable food, toiletries and cleaning detergents to less privileged families in communities in and around Pretoria. (Packets with sweets and presents were delivered to about 250 less privileged kids as well in previous years).
Motorola Enterprise Mobility moves forward with device innovation Motorola Enterprise Mobility moves forward with device innovation
Motorola‘s Enterprise Mobility business has launched two new devices designed to enhance efficiency and convenience for mobile workers in specific fields to the sub-Saharan Africa market.
Pongrácz – the stylish Méthode Cap Classique that uplifts and inspires Pongrácz – the stylish Méthode Cap Classique that uplifts and inspires
Pongrácz, the distinctive Méthode Cap Classique inspired by the charismatic Hungarian nobleman, Desiderius Pongrácz, is now available in a stylish gift box ready for the festive season to spoil and share with loved ones.
SA WINE CATEGORY “UNDERDEVELOPED” BUT MAYBE “THE NEXT BIG THING” SA WINE CATEGORY “UNDERDEVELOPED” BUT MAYBE “THE NEXT BIG THING”
Speakers at September’s Nedbank Cape Wine 2008, the wine industry’s largest ever showcase to the international market, took pains to point out to the mostly foreign audiences of wine buyers and media, that the change in the country’s presidency had occurred without incident and was a reflection of the stability and growing maturity of South Africa’s democracy.
Feast-de-renaissance™ makes a splash on the culinary scene Feast-de-renaissance™ makes a splash on the culinary scene
Feast-de-renaissance™, conservers of piquant summer fruits, are making a splash on the culinary scene, reaping one award after another: a ‘Golden Pack Award for Best Small Stand’ at the Durban Good Food and Wine Show last month; a Gold Award for the ‘Best Specialty Product Stand’ at the Cape Town Good Food and Wine Show in May; and a Gold Award for ‘Best Related Products’ at the South African Cheese Festival in March. A noteworthy achievement indeed for Vyeboom Valley farming duo, Mervyn and Louise Howell, particularly when one considers that they only embarked on this creative culinary journey two years ago.
logo-mini Primall Media Awarded Exclusive Rights to Greenstone Mall
Primall Media, an Unlimited subsidiary specialising in dominating advertising space for clients in the shopping centre domain, has been awarded exclusive advertising rights to Greenstone Shopping Centre.
Is it a bird, is it a plane, no it’s…it’s…who is it? Is it a bird, is it a plane, no it’s…it’s…who is it?
The Glass Recycling Company is making every effort to convert South Africans into active champions of the glass recycling cause and in its conversion drive, the not for profit organisation has developed a funky character who is set to become the face of the organisation.
The Good Food and Wine Show The Good Food and Wine Show
The Good Food and Wine Show, which is being held from October 30 to November 2 at Coca Cola Dome, Northgate, looks set to be the Joburg’s best ever platform for the South African food and wine trade. It’s a not-to-be-missed opportunity to meet suppliers, distributors and retailers both local and international.
Massive call to talented young and aspiring television presenters Massive call to talented young and aspiring television presenters
October this year will see one of the largest public casting calls ever staged in South Africa when Yo-TV and Maggi 2-Minute Noodles hit the road in search of two new young star presenters for the channel’s Quest for Fame competition as well as to star in an upcoming commercial for Maggi 2-Minute Noodles.
RHINO CEIL  RHINO CEIL 
Primedia Face 2 Face, in conjunction with Limelight, recently conducted an interactive, educational campaign showcasing Rhino Ceil and Aerolite. The main aim of the campaign was to educate new home owners on the benefits of having a fully insulated ceiling installed in their homes.
Out of the Box for new Fatti’s and Moni’s Out of the Box for new Fatti’s and Moni’s
Fatti’s and Moni’s, South Africa’s favourite pasta range has ditched the box for new cellophane packaging to ensure that your trusted spaghetti and macaroni pantry staples stay fresh and cook perfectly al dente every time.
Philips Nivea for Men University brand awareness campaign Philips Nivea for Men University brand awareness campaign
Philips recently embarked on a brand awareness campaign at universities UCT; UKZN; Howard Collage and WITS, where they launched the new Philips Nivea for Men shaver. After parties were also held at Tiger Tiger in Cape Town; 80’s Nightclub in Durban and FTV Cedar Square in Johannesburg, where crowds of 1,200 were reached. The campaign was targeted at males aged from 18 – 25, as this new innovation is ideal for the younger skins who often are more suceptible to razor burns and rashes.
Bring out your inner goddess with the new Mayan Mystica from Magnum Bring out your inner goddess with the new Mayan Mystica from Magnum
Eva Longoria – the face of Magnum ice cream – hosted an exclusive event at the Magnum Manor in the South of France at the beginning of April to launch the delicious new Magnum Mayan Mystica, allowing her to go back to her Mexican roots and conjure up Mayan mysticism.
WILD TURKEY BOURBON GOBBLES UP GOLD AT INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS WILD TURKEY BOURBON GOBBLES UP GOLD AT INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS
Wild Turkey bourbon, recognised worldwide as the most authentic American Whiskey brand, boasts a satisfying haul of medals and awards this year, at competitions held in the USA and the UK.
Something special for your pets Something special for your pets
Your pet provides you with loyal companionship and unconditional love every day of the year, in sickness and in health, for better or worse. What better way to return that affection by indulging them with delectable and most luxurious food?
TOKARA RELEASES NEW ZONDERNAAM CAB TOKARA RELEASES NEW ZONDERNAAM CAB
The newly released TOKARA Zondernaam Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 has been awarded a sought-after double gold medal at the Michelangelo International Wine Awards 2008.
TLC SUPPLEMENTS THE EMVIT CAMPAIGN TLC SUPPLEMENTS THE EMVIT CAMPAIGN
TLC, a Primedia Unlimited subsidiary, has embarked on a high reach and frequency campaign for Nycomed Madaus product Emvit M. Targeting men and women at shopping malls and airports nationwide until the end of October 2008, the leverage of TLC’s washroom holding enables Emvit to tactically demonstrate how its multivitamin provides a balanced mineral dietary supplement for adults and in particular, pregnant and lactating women.
CALEIDOSCOPE OF CULTURE AT CULTIVARIA CALEIDOSCOPE OF CULTURE AT CULTIVARIA
The third annual Cultivaria arts festival promises to once again turn Paarl into the hub of the South African entertainment industry when top local performers descend on this Boland town for a three day cultural extravaganza. Music, drama, comedy, fine wines, gourmet cuisine and fabulous art form part of the spectacular line-up for Cultivaria 2008.
DANONE CLOVER COMPLETES ITS FIFTH ‘CARING FOR OUR CHILDREN’ FUNDRAISER 1 500 000 ‘THANKS!’ FROM KIDS WITH CANCER DANONE CLOVER COMPLETES ITS FIFTH ‘CARING FOR OUR CHILDREN’ FUNDRAISER 1 500 000 ‘THANKS!’ FROM KIDS WITH CANCER
Danone Clover’s fifth annual ‘Caring for Our Children’ campaign has once again been a phenomenal success, raising well over the R1,5 million pledged by the company at the launch of the campaign.
WAKE UP AND JOIN P.A.S.T WITH PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR WAKE UP AND JOIN P.A.S.T WITH PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR
Primedia Outdoor urged commuters to wake up and join the movement, People Against Suits and Ties (P.A.S.T), in support of Casual Day on Friday, September 5.
logo-mini ADE is now the exclusive supplier of SATO’s Barcode printer Range
Johannesburg - 5 September 2008 - Analytical Design Electronics (ADE Labelling & Barcoding) has announced that it has gained sole distributorship for the SATO Barcode Printer Range in Southern Africa.
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To create awareness of the Sinutab Comfort Care® Range, specifically the vapour plug, over this past winter, the Johnson & Johnson OTC division, briefed full service agency Draftfcb to devise an attention-grabbing campaign that will reach mothers during the icy winter months. The creative agency enlisted the assistance of indoor media specialists TLC to reach the desired market with limited wastage.
Pillsbury® capitalises on its creative promotions recipe Pillsbury® capitalises on its creative promotions recipe
If you’ve ever wondered how to go about promoting your product amidst the clutter of a food show, you are welcome to take a leaf out of Pillsbury’s recipe book.
Enjoy a nutritionally good day with Nutren Activ Enjoy a nutritionally good day with Nutren Activ
Time is a precious commodity these days.
logo-news-item Louis’ line up of Sauvignon Blanc a rare guild accomplishment for Hidden Valley Wines
Hidden Valley Winemaker Louis Nel has achieved a rare listing of two white wines with the Cape Winemakers Guild; and both of the same cultivar.
DANINO AND ‘DINO THE DINOSAUR’ DELIGHT CHILDREN WITH CANCER DANINO AND ‘DINO THE DINOSAUR’ DELIGHT CHILDREN WITH CANCER
Young cancer patients staying at the Danone Clover CHOC House in Cape Town forgot their cares for the afternoon of 28 August.
Fore Good Acquires Snack Factory Brand Fore Good Acquires Snack Factory Brand
The Fore Good Investment Group has recently acquired a majority share in the “The Snack Factory” brand adding it to its Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) portfolio.
Fleur du Cap launches first white wine under screw cap, the 2008 vintage of its prized Unfiltered Sauvignon Blanc Fleur du Cap launches first white wine under screw cap, the 2008 vintage of its prized Unfiltered Sauvignon Blanc
Fleur du Cap has released its first white wine under screw cap with the new 2008 vintage of its highly acclaimed Unfiltered Sauvignon Blanc. All 2008 vintages of the esteemed Fleur du Cap white Unfiltered wines will be bottled under screw cap instead of cork to safeguard their pristine quality and unbridled flavours by eliminating any risk of cork taint.
CHIVAS BROTHERS SCOOPS AN OUTSTANDING SEVEN GOLD MEDALS AT THE 2008 INTERNATIONAL SPIRITS CHALLENGE CHIVAS BROTHERS SCOOPS AN OUTSTANDING SEVEN GOLD MEDALS AT THE 2008 INTERNATIONAL SPIRITS CHALLENGE
Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, is celebrating after winning Gold Medals for seven of their brands at the 2008 International Spirits Challenge (ISC) held in London earlier this month.
NEW WEBSITE MARKS START OF NEW DIGITAL ERA FOR AMARULA NEW WEBSITE MARKS START OF NEW DIGITAL ERA FOR AMARULA
Amarula Cream steps into a fresh digital space with the launch of its new interactive website.
Primall Media Releases Touch Screen Directories Primall Media Releases Touch Screen Directories
Primedia Unlimited is a company that constantly innovates and updates its offerings to media and creative agencies. The latest innovation to come from the Unlimited stable is Primall Media’s revolutionary Touch Screen Directory boards. Consumers no longer have to try and navigate themselves from current ‘you are here’ static and confusing shopping mall directories.
Simonsig honours old family friend with Mr Borio’s Shiraz 2004 Simonsig honours old family friend with Mr Borio’s Shiraz 2004
Simonsig Estate, renowned for its distinctive red wines, has named its full-bodied Shiraz, Mr. Borio’s, in honour of a remarkable friend of the Malan family.
Magnum ice cream and Klûk CGDT to take on the catwalk at Sanlam South African Fashion Week Magnum ice cream and Klûk CGDT to take on the catwalk at Sanlam South African Fashion Week
This year fashionistas and opinion leaders will be in for a new surprise at the Sanlam South African Fashion Week (SSAFW) in August, as Magnum ice cream and Klûk CGDT take on the catwalk and redefine ‘Tempting Summer’.
New Seasons of tastes at The House of J.C. Le Roux New Seasons of tastes at The House of J.C. Le Roux
South Africa’s leading house of sparkling wine, The House of J.C. Le Roux, has re-opened its restaurant in the picturesque Devon Valley outside Stellenbosch with the refreshing name of Seasons and a new accomplished chef at the helm.
TLC Chills Out with Biral TLC Chills Out with Biral
The last few months of the year are always stressful as we head into pre-silly season mode, prepare for the end of year rush to meet deadlines and plan December breaks.
South Africa Re-launches Ramazzotti Amaro South Africa Re-launches Ramazzotti Amaro
2008 bears witness to the re-launch of Ramazzotti Amaro, the truly Italian brand, in South Africa.
RAATS LAUNCHES FLAGSHIP CHENIN RAATS LAUNCHES FLAGSHIP CHENIN
Chenin master Bruwer Raats is releasing his latest offering from the Raats Family Wines label this month. The 2007 Raats Chenin Blanc promises to follow in the footsteps of its highly acclaimed predecessors, which has received over 90 points in Wine Spectator magazine for four consecutive years.
Try Activia for 15 Days – or your money back Try Activia for 15 Days – or your money back
Activia is driving the 15 Day Challenge from mid August until October this year. Activia yoghurt is a functional, probiotic food that has a specific benefit when consumed daily for 15 days. Activia with its unique probiotic culture Acti Regularis (patented by the Danone group) is the only yoghurt scientifically proven to help stimulate the intestines to improve slow *transit time.
 TASTIC DOES IT AGAIN – TOP FOOD BRAND 10 TIMES IN A ROW! TASTIC DOES IT AGAIN – TOP FOOD BRAND 10 TIMES IN A ROW!
Tastic has once again done Tiger Brands proud at the annual Markinor-Sunday Times Top Brands Awards, held on 13 August.
CAL C VITA AND ICON MEDIA FIGHT COLDS AND FLU IN CHECKERS HYPERS CAL C VITA AND ICON MEDIA FIGHT COLDS AND FLU IN CHECKERS HYPERS
Icon Media has secured an advertising contract with Bayer Consumer to promote its cold and flu fighter, Cal C Vita via branded shopping carts in select Checkers Hyper outlets nationally, spanning a fleet of 25 carts serving as in-store billboards.
RICKETY BRIDGE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2007 AWARDED 4-STARS IN DECANTER MAGAZINE’S NEW WORLD SAUVIGNON BLANC TASTING RICKETY BRIDGE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2007 AWARDED 4-STARS IN DECANTER MAGAZINE’S NEW WORLD SAUVIGNON BLANC TASTING
The only sauvignon blanc vineyard on this picturesque riverside Franschhoek wine estate was fittingly acclaimed when the Rickety Bridge Sauvignon Blanc 2007 attained a 4-star rating in Decanter’s New World Sauvignon Blanc Tasting (published in Decanter’s June issue). It was one of only seven sauvignon blancs, of which only two were Cape sauvignons, to receive this high rating.
BIC CONTINUES GROWTH WITH A NEW SERIES OF FASHIONABLE ACCESSORIES BIC CONTINUES GROWTH WITH A NEW SERIES OF FASHIONABLE ACCESSORIES
BIC® lighters are world leaders in their market, with five million sold every day. What’s more, BIC are making sure of continued growth with their annual launches of new series of these fashionable yet practical accessories.
RAATS BATTLES THE WHITE HORSE RAATS BATTLES THE WHITE HORSE
Winemaker Bruwer Raats recently pitched his Raats Cabernet Franc against a flight of vertical Chevals during a tasting at Belthazar restaurant in the V&A Waterfront.
GRANDE ROCHE RECEIVES BEST AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE GRANDE ROCHE RECEIVES BEST AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE
Bosman’s Restaurant at Grande Roche Hotel in Paarl has been awarded with the Best of Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator magazine for having one of the most outstanding restaurant wine lists in the world – the only restaurant in South Africa to receive this top award.
It’s the definition of good living! It’s the definition of good living!
For the very first time, The Spring Good Food & Wine Show comes to Durban Thursday 14- Sunday 17 August!
GAVISCON AND ICON MEDIA BEAT MONTH END SHOPPING HEARTBURN GAVISCON AND ICON MEDIA BEAT MONTH END SHOPPING HEARTBURN
Gaviscon, the heartburn hero, has launched brand new creative and extended its kiddie cart advertising contract with Primedia Unlimited subsidiary, Icon Media for a further three months.
logo-mini Latest Release of MicroStrategy
MicroStrategy® Incorporated (NASDAQ: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence (BI) software, has announced that its latest release of MicroStrategy 8™ software offers rich enhancements to MicroStrategy Integrity Manager™. MicroStrategy Integrity Manager is used to automatically detect inconsistencies and inaccuracies in reports and dashboards that can be inadvertently introduced into a BI ecosystem.
Nederburg Auction - Rare South African Wines Nederburg Auction - Rare South African Wines
A premier event on Cape Town’s wine calendar, the Nederburg Auction, which takes place at Nederburg in Paarl on 19th and 20th September, serves to showcase the spectrum of award-winning wines and rare Cape finds created by the country’s most talented winemakers – and those that have passed the stringent criteria of the selection panel of 60 experts, comprising Cape Wine Masters, cellar masters and winemakers.
DANONE CLOVER REACHES HALF-WAY MARK IN KIDS CANCER CAMPAIGN DANONE CLOVER REACHES HALF-WAY MARK IN KIDS CANCER CAMPAIGN
The annual ‘Caring for Our Children’ campaign by Danone Clover has raised R900 000 in the first of two months. What a fine illustration of Madiba’s words: ‘There can be no keener revelation of a society's soul than the way in which it treats its children.’
RAATS RELEASES NEW VINTAGES RAATS RELEASES NEW VINTAGES
Acclaimed winemaker Bruwer Raats is releasing the latest vintages from the Raats Family Wines label this month and fans of Raats’ inimitable winemaking style are bound to be impressed. Both the 2008 Raats Original Chenin Blanc and the 2007 Raats Cabernet Franc offer a wine experience par excellence.
EIKENDAL AWAKENS DESIRE WITH MAIDEN MÉTHODE CAP CLASSIQUE EIKENDAL AWAKENS DESIRE WITH MAIDEN MÉTHODE CAP CLASSIQUE
Established Helderberg wine estate, Eikendal, adds new luster to South Africa’s lineup of Methode Cap Classique wines made in the style of French champagne, with the launch of their maiden MCC – Mon Desir 2005 – an elegant débutante made of 100% Chardonnay.
RICKETY BRIDGE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2007 AWARDED 4-STARS IN DECANTER MAGAZINE’S NEW WORLD SAUVIGNON BLANC TASTING RICKETY BRIDGE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2007 AWARDED 4-STARS IN DECANTER MAGAZINE’S NEW WORLD SAUVIGNON BLANC TASTING
The only sauvignon blanc vineyard on this picturesque riverside Franschhoek wine estate was fittingly acclaimed when the Rickety Bridge Sauvignon Blanc 2007 attained a 4-star rating in Decanter’s New World Sauvignon Blanc Tasting (published in Decanter’s June issue). It was one of only seven sauvignon blancs, of which only two were Cape sauvignons, to receive this high rating.
VIBRANT NEW PACKAGING FOR POUYOUKAS FOODS VIBRANT NEW PACKAGING FOR POUYOUKAS FOODS
Expect to be surprised the next time you go shopping for Pouyoukas Foods whole and lifestyle foods and snacks. South Africa’s original and favourite health food brand is sporting a new and vibrant look, for the first time in the more than 15 years it has been gracing our supermarket shelves.
logo-mini INVESTEC PRIVATE BANK TO SPONSOR WINEMAKERS’ CHOICE AWARDS
Investec Private Bank has recognised the significance of the Winemakers’ Choice Awards in South African winemaking circles and has concluded a sponsorship arrangement that will further entrench the Awards’ favourable reputation in the industry.
DANIMAL CHEETAH CHEERS CHILDREN WITH CANCER - FUN AND GAMES COME TO DANONE CLOVER CHOC HOUSE SOWETO DANIMAL CHEETAH CHEERS CHILDREN WITH CANCER - FUN AND GAMES COME TO DANONE CLOVER CHOC HOUSE SOWETO
Thursday 24 July brought a welcome difference into the lives of young cancer patients being treated at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital. Danimal Plus, the affordable yoghurt from Danone Clover, hosted a ‘Dazzling Danimal Cheetah Show’ for them.
SEIDELBERG’S CECILIA 2006 AWARDED GOLD SEIDELBERG’S CECILIA 2006 AWARDED GOLD
Seidelberg Estate’s Cecilia 2006, launched in 2007 as a social upliftment initiative, was awarded a Gold Medal at the 2008 Femmes et Vins du Monde Concours International (Women and Wines of the World International Competition), which took place recently in Monaco.
The Red Heart Rum Win-a-Ford-Ranger Competition has a winner The Red Heart Rum Win-a-Ford-Ranger Competition has a winner
Red Heart Rum has recently 'championed another heart’ as the keys to a brand new Ford Ranger Super Cab, valued at R 200 000, were handed over to Paul Strydom, the lucky winner of the ‘Red Heart Win-a- Ford-Ranger Competition’.
ACCOLADES POUR IN FOR CAPE TO RIO PURE CANE SPIRIT ACCOLADES POUR IN FOR CAPE TO RIO PURE CANE SPIRIT
Cape to Rio Pure Cane Spirit achieved double acclaim at the prestigious international 2008 Monde Selection recently when it was awarded a coveted gold medal as well as the exclusive Crystal Prestige Trophy.
OKI EMPHASISES LOW OPERATING COSTS ON PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR BILLBOARDS TO ENTICE PURCHASERS OKI EMPHASISES LOW OPERATING COSTS ON PRIMEDIA OUTDOOR BILLBOARDS TO ENTICE PURCHASERS
South Africans are joining global consumers' awareness of escalating costs of doing business, even printing. OKI Printers has capitilised on the cost effective benefits of their product, splurging its claim 'loud and clear' on Primedia Outdoor billboard sites.
Pitch Secrets you just have to know. Pitch Secrets you just have to know.
In by 6, out by 7 and you’ll discover more about pitching than you could learn in 20 years.
Kumkani reigns supreme at the SA Terroir Wine Awards Kumkani reigns supreme at the SA Terroir Wine Awards
Kumkani added to its already impressive awards tally when Lanner Hill Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2007 was named the best Sauvignon Blanc in South Africa at the SA Terroir Wine Awards.
Nestlé & Health 24 Live Well With Diabetes Competition Winner Nestlé & Health 24 Live Well With Diabetes Competition Winner
Nestlé, one of the worlds leading Nutrition, Health and Wellness companies, and Health 24 joined together to host an awareness campaign and competition regarding diabetes, which ran from November 2007 to the end of January 2008. With 3058 entries, the competition focused on how entrants would spend R15 000 on Living Well with Diabetes.
Bow Wow for Bob Martin Bow Wow for Bob Martin
Draftfcb Impact Johannesburg recently saw the launch of a new print campaign for their client of three years, Bob Martin.
Bonaqua launches new Limited Edition Winter Melon. Bonaqua launches new Limited Edition Winter Melon.
Bonaqua has added an exciting new Limited Edition Winter Melon flavour to its Sparkling Flavoured range.
Jameson Sponsors the Vodacom Durban July VIP Fashion Lounge for the Third Consecutive Year Jameson Sponsors the Vodacom Durban July VIP Fashion Lounge for the Third Consecutive Year
Jameson Whiskey, a premium brand in drinks giant Pernod Ricard’s portfolio, hosted, for the third consecutive year, a glittering, glamorous bash at the annual Vodacom Durban July, arguably the most talked-about and widely-attended social gathering among racing fans, socialites and trend-setters alike.
New light-hearted La Fleurette Rosé from J.C. Le Roux New light-hearted La Fleurette Rosé from J.C. Le Roux
The House of J.C. Le Roux, South Africa’s leading sparkling wine producer, has introduced a stylish new salmon pink rosé to their sparkling wine range – the light-hearted yet naturally elegant J.C. Le Roux La Fleurette.
Nampak and TLC partner for fifth consecutive year Nampak and TLC partner for fifth consecutive year
For the fifth consecutive year, SA’s blue chip packaging manufacturer Nampak has chosen to support Primedia Unlimited subsidiary TLC, by renewing its advertising partnership. Utilising TLC’s latest media innovation, Door Wraps, Nampak’s new feminine product Lifestyle Fresh Sense will be reaping the rewards of mall advertising exclusivity in female dominated spaces.
Synovate Aztec South Africa re-accredited with the Investors in People Standard Synovate Aztec South Africa re-accredited with the Investors in People Standard
CAPE TOWN – Synovate Aztec South Africa, the value added scan data processing business within Synovate South Africa has been re-accredited with the international management and performance development standard, Investors in People Standard (IIP).
New finding from Wedderwill Wines New finding from Wedderwill Wines
Have You ever wondered why when you drink a Sauvignon Blanc in Europe you do not suffer from a feeling of too much sulphur often resulting in a headache or hangover? Well the good news is that Wedderwill Wine Estate has now proved that their Sauvignon Blanc ages as well as European wines and this ageing results in less sulphur.
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Danone Clover helps to reveal society’s soul and Maintains its commitment to children with cancer Danone Clover helps to reveal society’s soul and Maintains its commitment to children with cancer
‘There can be no keener revelation of a society's soul than the way in which it treats its children.’ These are the words of Nelson Mandela, and one company that subscribes to Madiba’s sentiment is Danone Clover.
logo-mini Technilamp exhibits at Africa's Big Seven Expo 20-22 July
Technilamp, South Africa’s leading supplier of ultra-voilet and infra-red lighting technology, will be exhibiting at Africa’s Big Seven Expo from 20 – 22 July 2008 at Gallagher Estate, Midrand.
Gold for Oude Molen Vov Brandy Gold for Oude Molen Vov Brandy
Oude Molen, 14-year old VOV, received global acclaim when it was awarded a Gold Medal during the prestigious 2008 International Wine & Spirits Competition recently held in London. The South African brandy was also named Best in its Class.
ECO-KETTLE Save water. Save time. Save energy. ECO-KETTLE Save water. Save time. Save energy.
Until now, accurately measuring the amount of water to be boiled in your kettle has been all but impossible. The result? It is estimated that, on average, we boil twice the volume of water needed every time.
Kid & Teen Republic Conference 20 – 21 August 2008 Kid & Teen Republic Conference 20 – 21 August 2008
Join market leaders to learn more about kids, tweens & teenagers and how to introduce your brand successfully and responsibly to them.
Groote Post Vineyards Release New Vintages of Two Flagship Wines Groote Post Vineyards Release New Vintages of Two Flagship Wines
Groote Post Vineyards, situated in the Darling wine district along the cool Cape West Coast, is widely acknowledged for consistently outstanding and internationally recognised cool-climate wines.
Chivas Brothers Attains unprecedented success at the 2008 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Chivas Brothers Attains unprecedented success at the 2008 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of wine and spirits giant Pernod Ricard, has achieved unprecedented success at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) with a record number of accolades.
10th Annual Conference 2008 10th Annual Conference 2008
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Inaugural FM Wine Business Award winners announced Inaugural FM Wine Business Award winners announced
The winners of the inaugural FM Wine Business Awards were announced at the gala dinner held at Gallagher Estate in Midrand last night, 26 June 2008.
SARIE KOS BECOMES A PERMANENT SERVING SARIE KOS BECOMES A PERMANENT SERVING
SARIE is once again cooking at the highest temperatures with SARIE KOS, their stand-alone food magazine, which has become a permanent addition to the SARIE menu and will now be published quarterly.
Primedia Face 2 Face a fundamental arm of the Primedia Crime Line Initiative Primedia Face 2 Face a fundamental arm of the Primedia Crime Line Initiative
In late 2007 Primedia Face 2 Face became one of the companies behind Primedia’s Crime Line Initiative. This fantastic initiative is based on the principle of encouraging members of the public to send anonymous tip offs via sms about a crime that has happened, or is going to happen.
Indulgent new flavours for ice cream connoisseurs Indulgent new flavours for ice cream connoisseurs
Häagen-Dazs has introduced two new mouth-watering flavours of ice cream to its menu.
Great Creative Invites Consumers to Love the Tang in Twist Great Creative Invites Consumers to Love the Tang in Twist
When the bottlers of popular thirst quenching Twist soft drink wanted to boost awareness and sales in the Kwa Zulu Natal and Cape environments they tasked mobile media operator ComutaNet to boldly brand 17 different mega buses that each crisscross major arterials and urban roads in the target area.
Danone Clover launches 5th year of ‘CARING FOR OUR CHILDREN’ Danone Clover launches 5th year of ‘CARING FOR OUR CHILDREN’
Danone Clover has launched its Danone Clover Kids 'Caring for Our Children' 2008 campaign, making this the fifth successive year in which they have shown their big-hearted support for children with cancer.
Pouyoukas Foods unveils new packaging & new range Pouyoukas Foods unveils new packaging & new range
Pouyoukas Foods has changed the packaging of its three product ranges, for the first time in the more than 15 years they have been gracing supermarket shelves. At the same time, the company has announced the introduction of an exciting new range of ‘wet’ products.
Pillsbury - pure chocolate decadence that comes in many different forms Pillsbury - pure chocolate decadence that comes in many different forms
logo-news-item the company of wine peopleTM wins JF Hillebrand Supply Chain Partner of the Year award
the company of wine peopleTM has won the JF Hillebrand Supply Chain Partner of the Year Award for 2008. This prestigious accolade was awarded to the company of wine peopleTM because of their positive, but critical involvement in the further development of the program. the company of wine peopleTM have been a pioneer in JF Hillebrand’s Supply Chain Management program since its launch in 2002.
logo-news-item Nestlé Nutren Diabetes now available at Clicks
Nestlé, one of the worlds leading Nutrition, Health and Wellness companies, assists diabetics in living well through its nutritionally complete and balanced supplement, Nutren Diabetes. Offering nutritional support to people above 10 years of age with type 2 diabetes, this high quality nutritional product is now also available at Clicks stores nationwide.
SUNSPRAY FOOD INGREDIENTS RECEIVES HACCP ACCREDITATION SUNSPRAY FOOD INGREDIENTS RECEIVES HACCP ACCREDITATION
Sunspray Food Ingredients (Pty) Ltd, the country's largest independent manufacturer of spray-dried ingredients, has received its HACCP accreditation from the SABS. HACCP which stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, is a systematic preventive approach to food safety.
Top performers of the year in both business and industry Top performers of the year in both business and industry
On 28 May, companies, organizations and Government across South Africa attended the dazzling National Business Awards’ gala evening to celebrate, recognize and honour the top performers of the year in both business and industry.
Primall Media Highlights LG’s Newest Scarlet Range Primall Media Highlights LG’s Newest Scarlet Range
Shopping Centre advertising specialist Primall Media engaged its mall communication framework to launch and create interest around LG Scarlet, the hot new range of the world’s slimmest LCD TV’s. The campaign messaging centres on the concept of a twist on words promoting “a Hit new TV Series”. However, the TV Series wasn’t about a new broadcast production, but rather referred to LG’s Scarlet TV range.
Chivas Brothers sponsors 100 pipers Scottish Pipe Band Championships Chivas Brothers sponsors 100 pipers Scottish Pipe Band Championships
Chivas Brothers is proud to announce their chief sponsorship of the widely acclaimed 100 Pipers Scottish Pipe Band Championships which took place in Levengrove Park, Dumbarton recently.
logo-news-item Danone Activia and WGO Drive Global Focus on Digestive Health
World Digestive Health Day took place on the 29th of May. Danone and the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO) created a partnership to make sure the public is fully exposed to important digestive health issues.
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New Start celebrates increase in HIV testing and counselling New Start celebrates increase in HIV testing and counselling
The Society for Family Health (SFH) and New Start today celebrated the testing of 120 000 clients to date. This number is an indication of the increase in uptake of HIV counselling and testing among South Africans.
logo-news-item Pedigree guarantees superior absorption and digestibility
Nutritional and delicious, Pedigree ensures that your furry friend receives the right amount of nutrients at each feed; Pedigree gives complete nutrition which equals optimal health.
logo-news-item PRIZES FOR PERDEBERG
Having hidden its light under a bushel in recent years, Perdeberg Winery has come out guns blazing. The cooperative was ranked among the top ten performing wineries at the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show this week, winning an impressive eight bronze awards as well as the Trophy for Best Chenin Blanc for its SAAM Mountain Middelburg Chenin Blanc 2007.
logo-news-item TWO TROPHIES IN ONE WEEK FOR ONE WINE
The 2007 Delheim Edelspatz Noble Late Harvest (single vineyard Rhine Riesling) won the Dessert Wine Trophy at the Decanter World Wine Awards, last week in London. In the same week, it won the Best Dessert Wine Trophy at the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, scoring an impressive 96 out of 100 points.
ACCOLADES FOR VILLIERA WINES ACCOLADES FOR VILLIERA WINES
Villiera Wines continue to build on their reputation as one of the leading producers of bottle-fermented sparkling wine in the country. During the South African award ceremony for the 2008 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, which was held on 4 June, the 2001 Villiera Monro Brut received a coveted silver medal.
‘THE SINGLE MALT THAT STARTED IT ALL’ IS ‘NATURALLY’ NUMBER ONE ‘THE SINGLE MALT THAT STARTED IT ALL’ IS ‘NATURALLY’ NUMBER ONE
The Glenlivet Nàdurra wins Top Award in its Category at the 2008 Spirit of Speyside Awards, following Its Shining Gold at the 2008 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
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Long-time MicroStrategy Customer Recognised as ‘Smartest Organisation in the Netherlands’
SAMA WINNER KAREN ZOID UNLEASHES EXCLUSIVELY FOR WILD AFRICA CREAM SAMA WINNER KAREN ZOID UNLEASHES EXCLUSIVELY FOR WILD AFRICA CREAM
Wild Africa Cream Celebrates the launch of their new campaign with Tomcat Advertising Agency (Pty) Ltd and guest artist Karen Zoid.
Golden glory for Eikendal at Decanter World Wine Awards 2008 Golden glory for Eikendal at Decanter World Wine Awards 2008
Eikendal, the prominent barrel-vaulted cellar on the foot of the Helderberg Mountains in the Cape Winelands, has excelled at the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards 2008 in the UK, clinching one of only four gold medals awarded to a South African Sauvignon blanc.
Tetmosol® Medicated Soap taps ComutaNet to build sales Tetmosol® Medicated Soap taps ComutaNet to build sales
Launching a new product, or racking up awareness of an existing one, is an issue marketing executives face on an ongoing basis. Many media agencies, brand managers and marketing managers have identified that when their product’s consumers are commuters, they can rely on effective promotions by leading commuter marketing company, ComutaNet. Many of these solutions are concentrated under the banners of experiential, or ‘activational’.
COTLANDS FINDS A FRIEND IN FOODCORP - WILL DONATE FREE PIEMAN'S PANTRY PIES FOR A WHOLE YEAR COTLANDS FINDS A FRIEND IN FOODCORP - WILL DONATE FREE PIEMAN'S PANTRY PIES FOR A WHOLE YEAR
Cotlands is one of the most heart warming charities in the country, working ceaselessly in the interests of children affected by HIV/AIDS.
Imperial Logistics Acquires 50%+1 Volition Stake Imperial Logistics Acquires 50%+1 Volition Stake
Imperial Logistics and Volition Formalise Partnership and Enhance Customer Offering
Lipton’s “Turn over a new leaf” campaign wins 3 awards in international Interactive Media Awards Lipton’s “Turn over a new leaf” campaign wins 3 awards in international Interactive Media Awards
May 2008, New York – The first quarter awards in the international Interactive Media Awards were announced in New York, where Lipton South Africa’s “Turn over a new leaf” campaign’s websites www.liptonhabits.co.za and www.liptonquiz.co.za designed by Cow Africa won Best in Class in three (3) categories.
‘DOUBLE’ GOLD FOR ELGIN VINTNERS AT DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS ‘DOUBLE’ GOLD FOR ELGIN VINTNERS AT DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS
Elgin Vintner’s continue their winning streak as their Sauvignon Blanc 2007 and Shiraz 2006 follow on last year’s Gold for their Agama 2005
Ellis of Richmond Boosts Wine Industry’s Green Targets Ellis of Richmond Boosts Wine Industry’s Green Targets
UK based wine distributor Ellis of Richmond is planting trees in an impoverished location in South Africa to offset carbon generated the company’s facilities and staff transport.
Game ‘Ama-Lunchbox’ container kitchens for 40 disadvantaged schools Game ‘Ama-Lunchbox’ container kitchens for 40 disadvantaged schools
Thousands of pupils at 40 primary schools across South Africa can look forward to hygienically prepared meals thanks to the donation of fully equipped container kitchens to the value of R2.4 million by Game Stores this year.
ROBERTSON SLOW - ENJOYING LIFE… SLOWLY ROBERTSON SLOW - ENJOYING LIFE… SLOWLY
It’s time to leave the rat race behind and head out to the country to enjoy the simple ways of life… slowly. After the success of last year’s inaugural event, Robertson Slow 2008 is definitely an event not to be missed!
WELLINGTON VO GEAR WELLINGTON VO GEAR
Wellington VO Brandy supporters will be pleased to hear that their favourite beverage has made a variety of branded goods including fashionable bush gear, exclusive bar accessories as well as 'Proudly Bok' memorabilia available through an amazing online store
logo-mini Quality rules for Perdeberg harvest
When it rains in the Paardeberg, the Perdeberg Winery co-operative growers smile a lot, because 75% of the vineyards are not irrigated. And they certainly have reason to smile this year because the 2008 harvest has improved the quality of the vines.
“erase™” – beauty from within “erase™” – beauty from within
In a world where first impressions and physical image are important, people struggling with bad skin are at an immediate disadvantage.
Arniston Bay enters the Chinese market Arniston Bay enters the Chinese market
the company of wine people™ has recently sent its first shipment of Arniston Bay wine to the People’s Republic of China. Its market partner here is Chinese-owned South Africa wine (Fuzhou) (Pty) Ltd. Even though it is still considered an emerging market for wine, it’s rapidly expanding economy is creating an environment in which increased disposable income is made available for imported wine brands.
the company of wineTM people and Kingfisher look to enter the Indian wine market the company of wineTM people and Kingfisher look to enter the Indian wine market
Besides a common thread of cricket fanaticism, historic cultural links and great Indian cuisine, South Africa and India now have even more in common: wine.
Fleur du Cap releases marvellous new Unfiltered Merlot Fleur du Cap releases marvellous new Unfiltered Merlot
A profusion of concentrated fruit flavours is an apt description for the newly released Fleur du Cap Unfiltered Merlot 2006, the flagship in Fleur du Cap’s ultra premium range of Unfiltered wines.
ELGIN VINTNERS ‘Publish’ THEIR LATEST Edition ELGIN VINTNERS ‘Publish’ THEIR LATEST Edition
ELGIN VINTNERS ‘Publish’ THEIR LATEST Edition, their 2006 Shiraz, supplementing their library of Fine Wines
logo-news-item Colour Consistency in Design?
Colour changes when printed on different surfaces and with 80% of any brand being about the colour, any colour differences can change the perception of the brand and reduce the consumer’s trust in the brand.
logo-news-item Activia relaunches with a new look and improved taste!
Activia is relaunching its range in April 2008 with a new pack format, pack size, pack design and an improved taste. The new range is set to differentiate itself from the rest of the category.
Primedia Outdoor Talks To The Townships Primedia Outdoor Talks To The Townships
As more and more retailers establish outlets in the township areas, so does their advertising demand to communicate with this increasingly vibrant market. Leading outdoor advertising specialist, Primedia Outdoor, anticipated the trend and maximised advertising opportunities with strategically situated PrimeLite billboards in areas such as Umlazi, Kwamashu and Soweto.
Taking Thokoman Peanut Butter to the next level Taking Thokoman Peanut Butter to the next level
Thokoman Foods SA (Pty) Ltd has recently launched a new marketing strategy with the aim to elevate the Thokoman Peanut Butter product to the next level of growth.
JWT makes it easy to spot a Bar-One Man JWT makes it easy to spot a Bar-One Man
"It's easy to Spot a BARONE-Man." Especially since JWT developed an integrated campaign communicating the BAR-ONE promise and contemporising Nestlé South Africa's largest chocolate brand.
Top 500 highly commends Primedia Outdoor Top 500 highly commends Primedia Outdoor
Primedia Outdoor is able to add another citation to its list of acclamations. Being recognised as the outdoor contactor with the greatest BEE credentials in the sector. TOPCO Media's B2B magazine, Top 500, adjudicated Primedia Outdoor as Highly Commended in the Top 500 Companies in South Africa.
logo-news-item Industry Survey Finds MicroStrategy Customers Analysed Largest Data Volumes
MicroStrategy® Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence software, has announced that The BI Survey 7, a leading independent survey of the business intelligence (BI) software market, has recognised the large data handling capabilities of MicroStrategy’s software.
Make a toast in cyberspace with Perdeberg Wine. Make a toast in cyberspace with Perdeberg Wine.
Perdeberg Wine - the one with the zebra - has launched a first for social networking. The ‘clink to win’ application gives Facebook users the chance to raise a glass to anyone or anything and rewards them for doing it too.
J&B unveils the ultimate party icon for the ultimate party brand! J&B unveils the ultimate party icon for the ultimate party brand!
J&B, the world’s party whisky, is sending an invitation out to all lovers of the good times, all those people who are young at heart to Start a Party, as long as its done responsibly! This exciting new campaign kicks off with the simple but exciting premise that anyone can start a party, anywhere, anytime. All it takes is the right kind of attitude.
LA MOTTE RELEASES MILLENNIUM 2005 LA MOTTE RELEASES MILLENNIUM 2005
Franschhoek, March 2008: After the great success of the 2004 vintage, La Motte has released its 2005 Millennium. A Bordeaux-blend which, if anything like its predecessor, promises to deliver on its uncompromising standards. The 2004 vintage, rated four stars in Platter, received a gold medal in the highly acclaimed 2007 Concours Mondiale Awards. The 2005 Millennium forms part of the Classic Collection; a range of elegant wines, produced to express distinctive varietal characters and combines the best of what farms situated in diverse macro climatic regions have to offer.
Leopard’s Leap introduces a new concept Leopard’s Leap introduces a new concept
Leopard’s Leap wine cocktails are a new addition from one of South Africa’s most innovative wine brands. Launched at Winex Cape Town last year, wine cocktails are an innovative way of introducing wine to the untapped market.
Turn Over a New Leaf with Lipton Turn Over a New Leaf with Lipton
What does “turning over a new leaf” mean to you? Is it making amends with a long-lost friend? Going to the gym… for real this time? Cutting back on your chocolate obsession? Or simply making time to enjoy the sunset on a Sunday afternoon? Whatever it is, we all had a clear idea over New Years as to how we can start afresh, but that feels like a lifetime ago.
2nd Annual Branding Conference, 11 – 12 June 2008 2nd Annual Branding Conference, 11 – 12 June 2008
Following the huge success of last year’s conference, Knowledge Resources is proud to present their 2nd Annual Branding Conference. Don’t miss the opportunity to equip yourself with up-to-date knowledge and to engage with some of the most prominent industry experts. Hear case studies from Pick n Pay, PEP, SAB, Stormhoek and many more…
Icon Media dominates shopping centres Icon Media dominates shopping centres
Branded shopping cart specialists Icon Media have two advertising packages available for clients, each containing 120 shopping carts. Both these options have been snapped up by retailers ahead of actual delivery of the carts this month.
Barloworld Logistics announces acquisition of Hong Kong based logistics company Barloworld Logistics announces acquisition of Hong Kong based logistics company
Following on the announcement during March that it had acquired the Swift Group in Dubai and was in the process of finalising a further acquisition, Barloworld Logistics today announced the acquisition of Hong Kong based logistics company Flynt International for US$ 13 million.
Postwink Postwink
If your company wants to increase awareness about reducing waste and recycling, while strengthening your brand and your position on such environmental issues, then Postwink’s personalised quality recycling bins would be of great value to you.
Magnum ice cream and Eva Longoria – A highly tempting combination Magnum ice cream and Eva Longoria – A highly tempting combination
Magnum ice cream, one of the world’s leading ice-cream brands, synonymous with indulgent pleasure, has recently appointed the breathtaking Eva Longoria as the spokesperson for the brand globally for 2008.
Substantial increase in entries to Swiss International Air Lines Wine Awards Substantial increase in entries to Swiss International Air Lines Wine Awards
The number of entries for the 2008 Swiss International Air Lines Wine Awards has increased by 32% from 2007 to 2008, resulting in several new category awards.
Playboy for a Day Playboy for a Day
Offering the life of a celebrity for a day was the recent campaign run by Aspen for its playful Playboy and Playgirl deodorant brand. TLC, Unlimited subsidiary and washroom advertising pioneers were tasked with creating top of mind awareness for the product in selected venues across South Africa.
Primedia Outdoor sheds light on its energy saving initiatives Primedia Outdoor sheds light on its energy saving initiatives
Strong advocates of sustainable and responsible corporate citizenship, Primedia Outdoor views the national energy crisis seriously and has put mechanisms in place to ensure significant power savings.
logo-news-item MAJOR USA BOOST FOR SA WINE
South African wine exports to the USA have received a significant boost with Cape Classics sealing deals with major restaurant chains.
Wyborowa Exquisite, Authentic Polish WÓdka, Launched in South Africa Wyborowa Exquisite, Authentic Polish WÓdka, Launched in South Africa
Pernod Ricard (Drinks and Spirits giant) is delighted to present its latest acquisition, Wyborowa (pronounced vee-bor-o-va) Exquisite, to South Africa.
Smollan Liquor uncorks a new look Smollan Liquor uncorks a new look
Smollan Liquor has recently undergone an elegant brand transformation, successfully capturing the key essence of the Smollan Liquor brand while simultaneously representing the entire Smollan Liquor product range of fine wines and brandy.
MicroStrategy Recognised in Consumer Goods Technology Readers’ Choice Survey MicroStrategy Recognised in Consumer Goods Technology Readers’ Choice Survey
Consumer Goods Companies Choose MicroStrategy for Enhanced Reporting and Analytics
CHIVAS REGAL SPONSORS DEALMAKERS GALA AWARDS DINNER CHIVAS REGAL SPONSORS DEALMAKERS GALA AWARDS DINNER
For the second year running, Chivas Regal were the headline sponsor at the Chivas DealMakers Annual Gala Awards Banquet.
Stellenbosch wine estate wins SABS award with a perfect rating Stellenbosch wine estate wins SABS award with a perfect rating
Stellenbosch-based Spier Wines has won flawless quality ratings in an audit conducted by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS).
SAFETY FIRST FOR GERMOLENE WASHROOM ADS SAFETY FIRST FOR GERMOLENE WASHROOM ADS
Promoting its 'miracle in a tube', Aspen tasked washroom advertising specialists TLC with its latest campaign for antiseptic gel Germolene.
Cradle Trout Cradle Trout
Situated in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, Cradle Trout hatches and grows its own fish. From the crystal clear water of the Blaaubank Spruit to your table, Cradle Trout brings you fish of the highest quality and superlative taste. Their prized Trout Pate is one of a kind.
COMUTANET DEVELOPS DIGITAL DOMINANCE COMUTANET DEVELOPS DIGITAL DOMINANCE
ComutaNet in partnership with Adcheck, specialist in the development of mobile solutions, has implemented a PDA system that replaces manual, paper based systems with digital data. This technology is revolutionising the way campaigns are conducted and measured.
New packaging for Super Fruit New packaging for Super Fruit
There are so many fruit juice concentrates on the South African market that supermarket shelves are almost buckling under the weight, making brand differentiation in this market all the more difficult.
Face 2 Face’s Promobile rolls into town Face 2 Face’s Promobile rolls into town
Last week, at Mindshare, Nota Bene, Starcom, MediaCompete, Mindshare and Primedia Face 2 Face launched a roadshow to showcase the Face 2 Face Promobile to media planners and buyers in Gauteng.
New winter warmers New winter warmers
Denny Convenience Foods has added two new flavours to their convenient and wholesome range of Heat & Serve soups. Fresh Garden Pea and Sweet Potato & Ginger are the latest additions to the range, offering consumers a versatile selection of flavours in the canned soup sector.
TOPIARY WINES LAUNCHES ITS WINE FROM ELEGANT NEW TASTING ROOM TOPIARY WINES LAUNCHES ITS WINE FROM ELEGANT NEW TASTING ROOM
Situated in the foothills of the Wemmershoek Mountains, surrounded by fynbos and fauna of the Franschhoek Wetlands, lie the vineyards of Franschhoek’s newest boutique cellar, Topiary Wines.
Latest version of Pastel Evolution boosts productivity Latest version of Pastel Evolution boosts productivity
Pastel Evolution v5, available now, is focused on boosting customer productivity through time-saving and efficiency-creating features as well as multi-level security and greater integration with third party applications that provide industry-specific and niche functionality.
Pieman’s Pantry relaunches Chicken Peri-Peri Pie Pieman’s Pantry relaunches Chicken Peri-Peri Pie
Excellence in Meat Management Masterclass Excellence in Meat Management Masterclass
IIR SA’s Excellence in Meat Management Masterclass, in association with Exhibitions Africa, Africa’s Big Seven Exhibition at Gallagher Estate in Midrand, is in its 2nd year.
Ceres Caribbean Smoothie gets a facelift Ceres Caribbean Smoothie gets a facelift
Bored of the usual packaging on the juice you buy? Does the brand you buy not jump out and inspire fun filled afternoons in the sun with your favourite thirst quencher? In today’s market we are drowning under the amount of juices and concentrates on the market.
PSION TEKLOGIX’S VOICE TECHNOLOGY PSION TEKLOGIX’S VOICE TECHNOLOGY
Pep is part of Pepkor, which also owns Ackermans, Dunns, Shoe City and John Craig in South Africa, Pepco in Poland, Best & Less in Australia and Power Sales in Zimbabawe. The company, having enjoyed rapid growth and increased stock diversity, saw the benefit of moving from the current RF technology to a hands-free picking solution, in order to maintain and even improve picking and distribution levels.
IT’S TRACKED & TRACED WTH SLA IT’S TRACKED & TRACED WTH SLA
South Africa’s leading third party logistics service provider, Strategic Logistical Alliance’s (SLA), in-house designed Track and Trace system went live at the end of 2007 and provides customers with import/export visibility.
All Gold - South Africa's favourite Tomato Sauce turns 100! All Gold - South Africa's favourite Tomato Sauce turns 100!
100 years of celebrating good times and making great memories.
Ice cream connoisseurs give high marks to Häagen-Dazs Ice cream connoisseurs give high marks to Häagen-Dazs
GOING THE DISTANCE FOR A GOOD CAUSE GOING THE DISTANCE FOR A GOOD CAUSE
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South African wine category set for international growth as Constellation Europe seals Flagstone acquisition deal South African wine category set for international growth as Constellation Europe seals Flagstone acquisition deal
The South African wine category globally is set for a major boost with the final signing of Constellation Europe’s acquisition of Flagstone Winery, for an undisclosed sum.
New Country Manager for MicroStrategy New Country Manager for MicroStrategy
MicroStrategy, a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence software, has announced the appointment of Gary Broomberg to the position of country manager in the South African office.
A BRIGHT IDEA FOR THE HOME! A BRIGHT IDEA FOR THE HOME!
From gas cookers to birthday cake candles, from chimneys to braais, there are many lighting needs in the home today
AYALA, the Haute Couture of Champagne, ARRIVES IN SOUTH AFRICA AYALA, the Haute Couture of Champagne, ARRIVES IN SOUTH AFRICA
It is only fitting that a love-story be the inspiration behind the creation of a prestigious Champagne House…. And the story behind Ayala, the ‘Haute Couture’ of Champagne is shrouded in romance….
Dis-Chem signs up Icon media Dis-Chem signs up Icon media
Icon Media branded trolleys will be buzzing around selected Dis-Chem stores thanks to a new media partnership signed with the pharmaceutical chain - providing added value to customers and an incredible point-of-purchase visual advantage for advertisers.
MEDIA OUTDOOR OFFERS CLIENTS EXCLUSIVITY AT CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT MEDIA OUTDOOR OFFERS CLIENTS EXCLUSIVITY AT CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Cape Town Routes Unlimited is reaping maximum exposure by advertising on Primedia Outdoor's newly erected pillar lightboxes on the airside at Cape Town International Airport.