Tourism, Food, and Wine news headlines
* At the International Wine & Spirits Awards, South Africa did very well, with 632 awards in total, and 7 Gold Outstanding awards, of which three went to Nederburg. KWV won 22 medals. Chile won 375 awards, with one Gold Outstanding, and Argentina won 234 medals. The results were announced at The Beautiful South South Africa/South America showcase in London.
* A meeting earlier today between airline and travel agent representatives and Minister of Home Affairs Malusi Gigaba may lead to good news about the Immigration Regulations next week.
* A number of top Cape Town designers will be showcasing their work and the collective creativity of South Africa at 100% Design in London from 17 – 20 September, attended by 30000 architects, interior designers, and retailers, representing a collective buying power of £2,7 billion. Designers include Mervyn Gers Ceramics, Martin Doller, Meyer von Wielligh, and furniture designer Pierre Cronje, and the trip is sponsored by the Department of Trade & Industry. (received via media release from Wesgro)
* Opulent Living raised R2,5 million at its ‘Chefs who Share’ Gala Dinner and Auction in the City Hall last night, due to the generosity of 250 local as well as overseas guests, the Auction proceeds, and the teams of 14 local and 7 international chefs and 7 sommeliers, helping the organisers to surpass the goal of R 2 million.
* The three Finalists of the 2014 Bollinger Exceptional Wine Service Award are Angie Langlands from The Oyster Box, Cashias Gumbo at La Colombe, and Gareth Ferreira of The Saxon Hotel. The Finals take place on 6 October. (received via media release from Hazell PR and Wine Consultants)
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