Tourism, Food, and Wine news headlines
* The South African Brandy Foundation has welcomed Finance Minister Nene’s indication that excise duty on brandies are to be reviewed, during his budget speech on Wednesday. An excise duty increase of 8,5% was announced by Minister Nene for brandy. (received via media release from Manley Communications)
* The Spur Corporation is planning to open 21 new restaurants in our country for its brands, as well as five more in Africa. The company said that continued loadshedding could affect its turnover.
* Three white wines have been selected as the best in our country by The Telegraph: Boschendal Jan Garde Unoaked Chardonnay 2014; Cape Peninsula Sauvignon Blanc 2014; and Alheit Vineyards Cartology 2012.
* The House of JC Le Roux is offering a new Cap Classique tasting experience in its new Méthode Cap Classique lounge, and will demonstrate the sabrage method of opening a bottle of MCC. Cost R100. Mondays and Fridays 11h00 and 14h00. (received via media release from GC Communications)
* The National Lotteries Board paid the Cape Minstrel Association R36,4 million in the 2013/2014 financial year!
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