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The Weekend News
August 2010

This August, the high-octane dance and visual effects show, specially created to celebrate the career of Michael and the Jackson 5 opens at The Teatro at Montecasino for a limited four week season followed by only six performances at the Grand West Arena, Cape Town from Thursday, 09 September to Sunday, 12 September 2010.

November will be, without doubt, whisky month as it sees the annual FNB Whisky Live Festival return for its eighth year to Cape Town and Johannesburg for its showcase of whiskies from around the world.

The festival, which remains the largest and most exciting whisky show of its kind in the world, will run at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from Wednesday, 3 November to Friday, 5 November and at the Sandton Convention Centre from Wednesday, 10 November to Friday, 12 November.

Wine for thought:
Did you know that a “Sommelier” is a professional wine steward and connoisseur and is trained in wine tasting, pairing wine with foods, wine purchasing, wine storage and the creation of a wine list? The purpose of a “Sommelier” is to ensure that the dining patrons are able to find a wine within their budget that fits their taste and compliments their food. Read more in our new monthly wine column compiled by the “Stables Wine Estate” located in the Natal Midlands

Enjoy your week
The Weekend Team!
 
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Gauteng & Surroundings

Golden Leopard Resorts -
 Manyane & Bakgatla Resorts in the Majestic Pilanesberg

Both Manyane and Bakgatla Resorts offer keen outdoor enthusiast accommodation in Chalets and tents or well equipped Caravanning and Camping Facilities.
Manyane Resort:
Nestled at the gateway to the Pilanesberg National Park, set in un spoilt natural surroundings. The thatched African styled chalets are luxurious, with one or two bedrooms including a lounge and certain Chalets an upstairs loft bedroom.
Superb conference facilities with personal service and attention to details be it a small gathering or large affair our team of experts will assist you from the planning to executing a successful event.
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DINNER FOR TWO?...BUSINESS BRUNCH FOR THE BIG BOYS?
Balata Restaurant at The Fairway Hotel & Spa –
a fine option for Fine Dining

Seared Line fish fillet with Aubergine caviar. Braised pork belly with candied apples. Grilled rack of veal with Parmesan Potato Puree and garlic chips. Sounds mouthwatering? It certainly is! And if you haven’t tried the Fairway Bunny Chow for dessert, you are certainly in for a pleasant surprise!

Offering a variety of seating arrangements, vibrant décor colours and modern fireplaces, Balata Restaurant is famous for its outstanding breakfasts.

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Bryanston Organic & Natural Market

Thriller Live
Duo Sapphire

Healthy skin care is a contentious issue at the moment.  More and more people are becoming aware of the importance of what they put on, and inside, their bodies.  A European study last year showed..
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Michael Jackson may be “gone too soon” but his timeless music lives on forever in Thriller Live, a multi-media concert-styled celebration of the music and life of the legendary “king of pop” and the famous...
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Exclsuive to Duo Sapphire:
Beautiful Circus tent for hire with
or without circus artistes. 
 Entertainment suitable for Corporate events, Award Evenings, Casino's, Product...
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KwaZulu-Natal
Bayete Zulu Lodge
Simbithi Country Club

Sommeliers Corner

A short two and half hour drive from Durban will get you to Bayete Zulu Lodge.The Lodge is unique for several reasons: The first is that the 4 Star Establishment is small and personal – just 8 Luxury boutique rooms, all en suite, with spacious sunken baths, open showers and a separate toilet.
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Simbithi Country Club is a privately owned, family-oriented country club located within the Simbithi Eco Estate on the North Coast of Kwa Zulu Natal. The surroundings, amenities, and personal attention you receive elevates Simbithi Country Club to one of the area’s most prestigious clubs...
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Sommeliers Corner
...From The Stables Wine Estate
During these cold winter months.... especially in the Midlands where the Berg is capped in snow and the winter winds blow bitterly cold down the rolling hills of the region there is nothing more satisfying than a few glasses of
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