Clover Little Big Cook Off wins the Best Game Show category in the ninth South African Film Television Awards (SAFTA’s) held on 20th and 22nd March 2015.

The #CloverLBCO AFP (advertiser-funded program), which was produced by Quizzical, South Africa’s leading film and television production house, was up against Cula Sibone, Nguwe, and Clover’s own Tropika Island of Treasure in this category. Because there were no nominations for the Best Game Show category in 2014, the last winners of this category were Jam Alley in 2013 (SABC 1) and Kom ons Karaoke in 2012.

“Clover dedicates the award to all the South African families who participated in and watched the show,” says Sherian King, Clover’s marketing manager: Dairy. “We knew that South Africans loved the show, but this accolade is a wonderful acknowledgement and demonstrates our continuous drive to be Way Better™.”

The 2015 awards, which was themed “Coming of Age”, enthralled celebrities, entertainment industry leaders and prominent officials in two star-studded evenings held at Gallagher Estate. Zama Mkosi, SAFTA’s chairperson said that the talent for SAFTA’s 2015 were very high.

“As a unique cooking challenge where children and their parents compete against other food-mad families on national television, the accolade goes a long way to boosting the interest in Season 2 of the show, which airs from the 28th June 2015,” says King.

Again teams will out-cook and out-whisk each other over thirteen weeks of baking, frying and spatula-waving action in a bid to become the champions and win fantastic prizes (including a family trip to Disney World and a kitchen makeover), countrywide acclaim and see their recipes published in another Clover Little Big Cook Off Recipe Book.

Entries for family teams to participate in Season 2 are currently open and will close on the 15 April 2015. Visit the Clover website for competition T’s & C’s.

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Great news for the South African National Culinary Team is that the City Lodge Hotel Group will be taking care of their accommodation needs as they prepare for next year’s IKA Culinary Olympics taking place in Erfurt, Germany!

This means that the eight member team – three from Johannesburg and five from Cape Town – will be able to get together for practices as they build up to the big event which takes place from October 22-26 in 2016.

If the Joburgers go down to Cape Town, they will be able to stay at any City Lodge Group Hotel – if the Capetonians come up to Joburg, they will be able to stay at any City Lodge Group Hotel.

As Heinz Brunner, manager of the SA National Culinary Team, says: “Travel is necessary to ensure that the team can practise together and then go back to their restaurants and perfect their dishes through including them on their own menus.” The team will practise at different venues every two months.

“We are training hard, developing an exceptional menu and working as a team to produce world-class food that represents South Africa’s culinary scene with excellence. We couldn’t do this without our fantastic sponsors and partners. A huge thank you goes to the City Lodge Hotel Group for their support as our accommodation partner and to Imperial LSC as our headline sponsor.”

Commenting on behalf of the City Lodge Hotel Group, Peter Schoeman, Divisional Director, Sales and Marketing, said: “It is a privilege for us to assist our Springboks of the food world as they prepare to represent our country in the world’s ultimate culinary challenge.”

The competition will see national teams from across the globe compete in categories such as Hot Kitchen, Cold Table and Pastry.

The Supreme Flour "A Recipe for Creativity" competition is open to all bakers who are residents of South Africa. If you are a professional baker, a student baker or bake to sell, this competition is for you!

Stand a chance of winning one 20 Macadams litre industrial cake mixer worth R14 500 by sending a recipe, accompanied by a photograph, of your favourite festive season treat. The recipe needs to include one or more Supreme Flour products, such as any Supreme wheat product or Supreme prepared mix. Ensure that the Supreme Cake Flour features as a core ingredient.

All entries must be received by Tuesday, 16 December 2014 at 23:59. The recipes will then be evaluated and tested by the Supreme Flour panel of judges on Thursday, 18 December 2014 and the winner will be announced on Monday, 22 December 2014. The winner will be contacted telephonically and published on the website. 

Here’s your chance to flourish your creativity and capability. Here’s your chance to win the magnificent cake mixer. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity of displaying your Flour Power, that’s if you are indeed “Born to Bake.”  

Supreme has become one of South Africa's most loved and trusted wheat flour brand. Supreme offers a range of wheat flours, as well as prepared mixes, which are milled at Foodcorp's long-standing milling site in Pretoria. Supreme has been the professional bakers’ choice since 1919.

To enter the competition visit: http://www.supremeflour.co.za/competitions/?utm_campaign=festivecompetition&utm_source=TF&utm_medium=pressrelease. Competition prize queries may be directed to Foodcorp Milling Division on (012) 308 3208, from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until 16 December 2014.

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11,000 Pieces of Free Chicken Served on Heritage Day

Cape Town, 9th September, 2014 – As all of South Africa celebrates Heritage Day on 24th September, residents of Cape Town are invited to make history with Hungry Lion by breaking the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest serving of fried chicken. 

Over 11,000 pieces weighing over 1.1 tonnes (1,100kg’s) of King Sized chicken will be served from a mega 4 metre high version of the Hungry Lion’s iconic Pride Bucket at the Liberty Promenade Mall in Mitchell’s Plain. 

Participants will enjoy the delicious chicken with a free Coca-Cola and will be awarded throughout the day with spot prizes and entertainment provided by Coca-Cola and TopStars AllStars.

“The event is the culmination of our popular ‘Lucky Bucket’ campaign which has seen over 1.5-million digital voucher downloads and has resulted in double-digit sales growth for the brand,” says Tashalene Reid, Brand Marketing Manager at Hungry Lion.

“We have handed out over R6.9-million in prizes since the inception of the campaign and our R100,000 grand prize winner will be announced on the day.” She explains that the purpose of the event is to show how we live up to our brand promise of giving Mzansi MORE, we couldn’t think of a better way than to put smiles on the faces of at least 11,000 people on Heritage Day.

“We chose Cape Town as the destination to break the record because of the generosity of the people of the city but at the same time are ensuring that we give everyone the opportunity to participate by going into any Hungry Lion store and sharing our Heritage Day Feast with the whole family,” Reid adds.

Four years ago the the record was broken by KFC in Kentucky, Louisiana with a weight of 907kg in celebration of their 70th birthday. 

The most recent record was broken on the 23rd of September 2011 in Japan by the Qatar Food Company at the Karaage* Festival weighing in at 1,076kg. 

Join Hungry Lion in bringing together friends and family throughout Mzansi to celebrate the diversity of our proudly South African heritage.

For more information visit: www.hungrylion.co.za or join the conversation on https://www.facebook.com/hungrylion or Twitter: @HungryLionSA #LuckyBucket #HeritageDayFeast *Karaage is a Japanese fried chicken dish that uses boneless chicken and a potato starch batter. It is becoming increasingly popular in some parts of the Western United States where it is colloquially referred to as 'JFC' (Japanese Fried Chicken).

August 31, 2014 Intertek Sub-Saharan Africa promotes Management System Integration Johannesburg, South Africa

Intertek, a leading quality solutions provider to industries worldwide, hosted a Management System Solution symposium in Johannesburg  from 21-22 August 2014, addressing management system challenges and integration.  

Integrated management systems can be implemented by organizations in any sector and of any size. Organizations may consider this step to lower costs and simplify their maturing management systems by fully or partially integrating the requirements of different audit criteria with a single set of documentation, policies, procedures and processes.  Integrated audits can bring many benefits to your organization, such as lower certification costs, fewer interruptions to the organization, reduced documentation, streamlined processes, and more consistent objectives across multiple systems.  

The symposium included presentations by industry specialists, who addressed the benefits and practicalities of integrating multiple management systems, as well as individuals who had been involved in the integration of multiple management systems within their companies.  The event also featured professionals who currently serve on the international committee developing the new ISO 9001: 2015 revision, and who are actively involved in the review of the ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 international standards.  

The proposed changes to the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, prior to their expected release in mid-2015, as well as the impact of the High Level Structure on the ISO range of standards was of great interest to attendees. Delegates were also provided with the opportunity to engage in working group sessions which addressed generic global and local non-conformances as well as those specific to the SHEQ, CSR and Food schemes.

Intertek will continue to keep the sub-Saharan marketplace abreast of the changes affecting management systems, and to provide solutions to their clients in this area.  Changes to the standards will not only have an effect on management systems, but also on auditing services. Intertek ensures that all of their auditors are trained on the updates to these management system standards in order to provide the highest quality service to the industry.  

Intertek Services (Pty) Ltd currently provides integrated auditing solutions and certification for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000 standards as well as a variety of Corporate Social Responsibility programmes, as well as training on the implementation and auditing on these standards for industry.  

For further information and business opportunities please contact:

Charlene Holm
Key Accounts Manager,
Business Assurance
Intertek Services PTY Ltd,
South Africa
Tel: +27 11 396 1101
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Amanda Pienaar
Key Accounts Manager,
Life Sciences (Food and Pharmaceuticals)
Intertek Services PTY Ltd,
South Africa
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Adele Krogh
Key Accounts Manager,
Intertek Academy
Intertek Services PTY Ltd,
South Africa
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South Africa
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About Intertek
Intertek is a leading quality solutions provider to industries worldwide.  From auditing and inspection, to testing, training, advisory, quality assurance and certification, Intertek adds value for its customers by helping improve the quality and safety of their products, assets and processes.  With a network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 36,000 people in more than 100 countries, Intertek supports companies’ success in the global marketplace, by helping customers to meet end users’ expectations for safety, sustainability, performance, integrity and desirability in virtually any market worldwide. 
Visit www.intertek.com 

60 years ago eight properties founded an association to make the exceptional French art de vivre shine. Today, Relais & Châteaux is a collection of more than 520 prestigious properties spread over 5 continents including almost 140 properties in France. The Association has by now become “The” international benchmark of excellence in the fields of charming hotels and culinary arts. 

Who could better celebrate our cuisines and our terroirs than the Chefs and Maitres de Maison? Who could be better ambassadors of good taste to interpret the theme of this year: “Love of gestures and savoir-faire”? The popular and generous Festival of Gastronomy addresses all audiences, and this year Relais & Châteaux would like to reach out to the younger guests through the following 3 events:

 At the marketplace with the Chef: An opportunity for young people of less than 20 years to discover the most beautiful marketplaces in France and to select from the most beautiful produce accompanied by Relais & Châteaux Chefs. For instance, in Roanne, with Michel Troisgros of Maison Troisgros or in Gordes, with Xavier Mathieu of Phébus & Spa.

In the kitchen with the Chef: The Relais & Châteaux Chefs will show young people of less than 20 years how a regional, simple and feasible recipe is created. Demonstration and tasting for connoisseurs! You can, for instance, follow the recipe for the lamb shank with a crust by Jean-André Charial at the Oustau de Baumanière in Baux de Provence.  

Menu for 60% of the price: Celebrate 60 years of Relais & Châteaux and pay only 60% for the menu! Let yourselves be seduced, for instance, by a “gourmet promenade” menu at Château de Locguénolé including a starter, a fish, a meat and a dessert for EUR 41 instead of EUR 61, prepared by Olivier Beurné. 

A dedicated website will allow you to find the event which is closest to you and meets your desires www.relaischateaux.com/fete-gastronomie 

Three days around the theme of Art de Vivre and Conviviality you should not miss!

The 5-star http://www.hotelizulu.com/ - Hotel Izulu in Ballito will host one of its popular wine market events on 24 August from 12:00 in conjunction with Paul Cluver and promises to be a memorable day for the whole family. 5 unique 

Paul Cluver wines have been selected to accompany the decadent menu of Hotel Izulu’s new Executive Chef, Jennifer Du Toit. The different pairings will be set up at various stations, where guests can sample them all at a cost of R195.00 per adult. Kids (3-16) can enjoy a special kid’s meal, a cold drink and an ice cream for just R70.  All guests can experience a lovely family day around the pool, with a jumping castle for the kids and live music by the band ‘Afritude.’

The food and wine pairing options on the day are a Thai Prawn Salad paired with Paul Cluver Reisling ‘Close Encounter’ 2013, Baked Caprese Salad paired with Paul Cluver Sauvignon Blanc 2013, and Basil Chicken in Coconut Curry Sauce paired with Paul Cluver Gewurztraminer 2013.

Further options Smoked Salmon and Sage Potato Gratin, Chive Veloute paired with Paul Cluver Chardonnay 2013, and Roast Lamb and Wild Mushroom Lasagne paired with Paul Cluver Village Pinot Noir 2013.

There will be a pancake stall on the day as well as Hotel Izulu’s famous Deli offering soup, cheese boards, breads, biscuits and its famous fudge.

All of the featured wines are available for purchase at a special reduced price by the bottle.

Wine chillers are also available to purchase at R79 each.

Reservations Essential: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 032 946 3444

The 5-star Hotel Izulu in Ballito will host one of its popular wine market events on 27 July from 12:00 and this month in conjunction with Klein Constantia Wine Estate for what promises to be a memorable day. 

Hotel Izulu’s new Executive Chef, Jennifer Du Toit will prepare a decadent menu of new food pairings, at a cost of R195.00 per adult and kids (3-16) for just R70 and will receive a special kid’s meal, a cold drink and an ice cream for dessert.

All guests can enjoy the day while being entertained by the band ‘Afritude’.

The food and wine pairing options on the day are a Salad of Baby Spinach, Salami, Ricotta, Balsamic Strawberries and Olive Oil paired with Klein Constantia KC Rosé, Cardamom Spiced Pear, Halloumi and Rocket on Bruschetta paired with KC Sauvignon Blanc 2013 and Seared Seafood Skewer, Dukka Cous-Cous and Greek Yoghurt paired with Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2013.

Further options include Lamb Shank, Roasted Butternut and Barley Roti paired with Klein Constantia KC Cabernet Merlot 2011, and Cherry Gammon Roulade with Prune and Cider Puree paired with Anwilka Petit Frère 2010.

There will be a pancake stall on the day as well as Hotel Izulu’s famous Deli offering soup, cheese boards, breads, biscuits and its famous fudge. 

All of the wines are available for purchase at a special reduced price by the bottle.

Wine chillers are also available to purchase at R79 each.

Reservations Essential: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 032 946 3444

The 5-star Kurland Hotel, in the Crags, Plettenberg Bay, is excited to announce the Mother’s Day festivities for 11 May from 11h00. Guest’s will be treated to many culinary delights including an ‘A la Femme’ lunch, oysters, bubbly and many sweet treats in The Kurland Restaurant at just R350.00 per person. Alternatively the Kurland High Tea is just R200.00 per person.   The ‘A la Femme’ menu will include light dishes such as salmon, eggs, Parma ham and a live cooking demonstration crêpe station with decadent toppings from berries to chocolate to cinnamon sugar. Sip on a glass of bubbly whilst enjoying fresh oysters at your table and enjoy a complimentary Kurland rose. At the Kurland High Tea, nothing but the best for Mom is presented with petit fours, classic tarts, scones, muffins, croissants, quiche and much more. Should guests wish to indulge in the High Tea only, it is just R200.00 per person. A kids menu will also be available on the day. Reservations Essential: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 044 534 8082

On 11 May 2014, from 12h00, Hotel Izulu, situated in Ballito KZN, will host an exquisite Mother’s Day buffet lunch for guests to enjoy with their Moms. The Executive Chef will create a 3 course signature buffet menu for just R220.00 per person.

For starters guests can enjoy smoked salmon and rocket salad with lemon dressing, prawn and cucumber sushi, carrot and orange soup, chicken and black olive paté and aubergine, pepper and bacon parcels.  

Mains will include confit duck open lasagne, beef sirloin and wild mushroom skewers, Thai green chicken curry, sage roasted pumpkin, buttered seasonal vegetables, cous-cous with hazelnuts, thyme baby potatoes and roasted tomato sauce.   Indulge in a selection of sweet desserts including passion fruit crème brûlée, fresh fruit Pavlova with vanilla cream and dark chocolate mousse.  

At the award-winning Impilo Spa, be pampered with a 30 minute back massage, pedicure and facial for only R850.00. This special package is valid until the end of May.  

Reservations Essential:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 032 946 3444