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Dream Intake for University Stellenbosch “Welcome to the Maties intake of 2014. This is the biggest and strongest intake of academic performance ever for students at the University.”

Approximately 5000 new Maties arrived in Stellenbosch last week to start their studies at the University of Stellenbosch. Students arrived from all over South Africa with their parents at their residences or private wards ready to make Stellenbosch their new home.

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New students participated in a “Dream Launch” at Coetzenburg where they were asked to write down their dreams and give it flight by releasing their balloons into the air.

The University’s Welcoming Programme started with the official

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New Students “Dream Launch” at Coetzenburg Stadium, Stellenbosch - Photo Credit, Justin Alberts

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According to Prof Botman the University recently received confirmation that Stellenbosch is the best in the country in terms of student success rate. The latest information is that 84.9% of students passed their modules - the best they have ever done and higher than anywhere in the country.

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welcoming event at the Danie Craven Stadium at Coetzenburg during which the Rector, Prof Russel Botman, welcomed first-year students and their parents.

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Tourism Boom in Western Cape Western Cape tourism showed significant growth as the area continues to welcome local and international visitors for the summer season.

International tourist are laughing all the way to South Africa with the Rand plunging to a five year record low. It has now become more affordable for more foreigners to come to South Africa. The weak Rand is drawing few complaints from America at R11.09 to the $1.00, Europe, at R15.16 to the €1.00, and tourists from the United Kingdom at R18.27 to the £1.00 (Forex - 26 January 2014). These foreign visitors have much more spending money available for accommodation, sightseeing entertainment and tours thereby permitting them to extend their stay, while visiting the Western Cape.

"With the City having just received the top spot on the prestigious New York Times’ list of 52 Places to visit in 2014, and being awarded the World Design Capital (WDC 2014) title, “we expect more international and regional visitors

this year," said the City’s mayoral committee member for tourism, events and marketing, Grant Pascoe.

Cape Town International Airport indicated an upturn in total arrivals compared to November and December 2012, with an increase of 2.07% for the month of December 2013 compared to the same period in 2012.

The Tourism Business Council of SA (TBCSA)/FNB tourism business index compiled by consultancy firm Grant Thornton finished at 114.6 points at the end of the year versus the expected 110.8 points. The index covers the tourism accommodation sector, transport, attractions, meetings and conferences, with it being an overall indicator of business health in the tourism sector.

Feedback from hotels, tour operators, major attractions and restaurants reflect a business increase better than the previous summer. Statistics show an increase in domestic visitors who chose not to spend their holiday overseas.

Congratulations to The Akademie Street Boutique Hotel and Guesthouse in Franschhoek, who won top honours (100%), for Top Luxury Hotel and Top Small Hotel in TripAdvisor’s Traveller’s Choice Awards.

This is the 12th year the travel site TripAdvisor has presented its Traveller’s Choice Awards for Top Hotels, Bargain, B&Bs and Inns, Family, Luxury, Romance and Small Hotels. The Online Travel review giant TripAdvisor has sifted through the millions of user reviews posted on their site to see who are the favourites among their users.

The list of Top 5 Hotels in Franschhoek according to TripAdvisor is: Akademie Street Boutique Hotel and Guesthouse (1), La Residence (2), The Last Word Franschhoek (3), Franschhoek Country House & Villas (4), and Le Quartier Francais (5).

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Congo Fever Patient condition improves According to a statement issued by Mediclinic South Africa, the 39-yearold female patient suffering from Congo fever at Mediclinic Vergelegen is showing continuous improvement.

She is still in a critical but stable condition. She was previously placed in strict isolation and is now in contact isolation.

The patient was admitted to the clinic on 5 January with Congo fever confirmed by the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD). As standard practice in such cases, the Western Cape Department of Health has been notified and strict insolation precautions have been implemented as necessary in the event of Congo Fever.

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) has warned people who love spending time outdoors to protect themselves against tick bites.

What is Congo Fever? It is contracted through the bite of an infected tick, usually the bontpootluise (Hyalomma tick), via the exposure to blood infected animals such as cattle and sheep or after contact with the blood of an infected patient.

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Paul Roos Rugby 2014 Vanjaar sal Paul Roos se eerstespan weer in die bekwame hande wees van Hein Kriek en Dawie Snyman.

Stephan Jordaan en Lucas Roodman sal verantwoordelik wees vir die B en C spanne. Vanjaar sal al drie spanne egter deur hierdie groep afrigters onder hande geneem word.

Die skool is ook baie bevoorreg om die dienste van dr. Brendan Venter op konsultasie basis te kan hê. Venter het vanjaar na Stellenbosch verhuis en ‘n verteenwoordigende ouer van Paul Roos geword.

Vanaf 31 Maart tot 5 April sal die A, B en C spanne deelneem aan die Suidkaap toernooi in George. Gedurende Paasnaweek vertrek die eerstespan na Johannesburg vir die jaarlikse St John’s Paastoernooi waar 3 wedstryde gespeel word vanaf 16 April tot 21 April.

Die eerstespan sal ook 3 wedstryde in Kimberley in die jaarlikse Wildeklawer toernooi speel wat vanaf 26 April tot 30 April plaasvind.

‘n Groep van 70 senior spelers is al sedert verlede jaar Oktober besig met voorbereiding. Die fisiese kondisionering is behartig deur spesialiste van die Stellenbosch Akademie vir Sport.

Vanjaar wag daar ‘n lang seisoen op die manne. Op 28 Februarie sal ‘n groep deelneem aan die Helderberg 7’s kompetisie waarna ‘n paar oorsese spanne aangedurf sal word. Al hierdie wedstryde sal dien as proewe vir die kies van die spanne.

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Out with the old, in with the NEW Kalfi’s Restaurant in Franschhoek is under new ownership and will continue as an owner-operated family restaurant.

Hans and Marida Olivier took ownership of Kalfi’s offering locals and tourists the opportunity to indulge in traditionally home cooked dishes, prepared under the watchful eye of Marida and her team.

combined their strengths, each in their own field of expertise. Hans resigned from SAPS as a Forensic Analyst while Marida resigned as bookkeeper from Whitehead Scientific. They would like to thank Kalfi’s loyal customers for their support.

From the outset, and based on popular demand, will the Chicken Pie be back on the menu. Pancakes filled with ordinary cinnamon and sugar or various other savoury fillings will also be added to on the menu. Daily specials will be added throughout the week, excluding Monday’s. Other specials include Spare Ribs, Lamb Shanks, Chicken Schnitzels and T-Bone or Rump Steaks. The Monday special will feature the buy one get one free Hamburger, and a newcomer to the menu in near future will be the Sunday Carvery.

Kalfi’s added to its daily services a petite Coffee Shop which serves cakes, scones and lemon meringue pie.

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Enjoy the 10 day Stellenbosch Wine Festival For the second year the Stellenbosch Wine Festival fills a spot on the January calendar with a 10-day extravaganza celebrating the start of the grape harvest.

The Festival started Friday, 24 January and will run through to Sunday, 2 February 2014. It offers visitors not only its natural beauty, cultural heritage, excellent academic institutions, but also excellent wining and dining, a harvest and street festival, wine expos, speciality wine tasting and tours, art exhibitions, sporting activities, cultivar experiences, restaurant promotions and other special events.

The Stellenbosch Harvest Parade celebrated the start of the grape harvest season and the start of the Stellenbosch Wine Festival with a flotilla of colourful farm tractors, trucks, trailers and entertainers, who made their way through the streets of Stellenbosch. Apart from the

procession visitors had the opportunity to wine and dine in the streets of Stellenbosch as well as in true European-style in the historic Church Street.

The Pick n Pay Women’s 5 kilometre Walk took the streets of Stellenbosch in aid of breast cancer awareness and prevention. This initiative formed part of PinkDrive, an organisation that offers free breast cancer screening in local communities.

For the duration of the festival, wine lovers will also be able to enjoy Winery Experiences at about eighty wineries in the region, while the American Express Wine & Dine programme will feature some of the top award-winning restaurants in the Stellenbosch region offering special festival menus and promotions.

Longridge Wine Estate will transform the historical street in front of the Town Hall into an elegant open-air dining venue for 300 distinguished guests where

canapés and bubbly will kick off the fine dining experience. A three-course meal paired with the award-winning wines from the Longridge Wine Estate will be served while guests enjoy live music by a string quartet.

The Wine Expo will be hosted on Die Braak from 31 January to 2 February where the venue will be transformed into an elegant, open-air lounge with over sixty winery stands offering wine tastings, a Pick n Pay Fresh and small

producers market and live entertainment.

Proceeds from various events taking place during the Stellenbosch Wine Festival will be donated to the Stellenbosch Wine Festival Foundation where funds are utilised for bursaries to disadvantaged young students, whose parents work within the wine industry.

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MAD² activities - As part of the welcoming programme students will participate in the MAD² Programme. (Making A Decision 2 Make A Difference). The programme includes various events to raise funds for Maties Community Service including the Bondelsport, Vensters Street Theatre and the Colour Festival.

The welcoming week ends Saturday, 1 February and classes will start on Monday, 3 February.

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Matriek 2013 Toekenning funksie by Leeuwenhof Die Wes-Kaapse onderwysdepartement (WKOD) se Matriek 2013 Toekenningsfunksie vir uitnemendheid het by die Wes-Kaapse premierswoning, Leeuwenhof op Dinsdag,14 Januarie 2014 plaasgevind.

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Uit die top 43 presteerders in die Wes Kaap word die volgende leerders ingesluit: Gerben Draaijer (Paul Roos Gimnasium), Karlien Heyns (Hoër Meisieskool Bloemhof), Willem Wilken (Paul Roos Gimnasium) en Marguerite Theron, Hoërskool Parel Vallei, Somerset-Wes.

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Die toekenning vir die skool in die provinsie wat die grootste verbetering in Wiskunde getoon het, in vergelyking met die slaagsyfer van 2012, is aan Hoër skool Strand toegeken. Met hierdie besondere toekenning het die skool ‘n prysgeld van R10 000 ontvang wat vir onderrig-en leermateriaal aangewend kan word. Wel gedaan!

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Beaumont Primary School, situated in the Helderberg basin educate 1 200 learners from Grade R to Grade 7. The school has been awarded Eco School status for the past 5 years, and maintain certain standards on recycling, serving the community, learning about cultural heritage and the conservation of plants and animals.

The school motto “Ut Prosim” (In Order to Serve) suit them well as they believe that true excellence is achieved by using success to enrich the lives of others less fortunate.

Beaumont is very excited about the Recycling Swop Shop that opened last year at the Sir Lowry’s Pass Primary School. In this project, learners of the community are encouraged to bring bags of recycling to the swop shop. They receive points according to how much recycling they have brought in. They redeem these points in the swop shop for items of clothing, school stationery, school uniforms, books, toys or toiletries. This way the environment is kept clean and the children are taking an active role in creating a greener future.

The school keeps the shop stocked with toiletries, books, toys and nonperishable food items received as donations from parents and the Somerset West community. If anyone would like to make a donation to the swop shop, please contact Carol at carolv@ beaumont4u.co.za.

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Explore Brandy Country With a long, rich history in brandy making dating back to 1672, the world’s finest brandies emanate from South Africa. Rooted in age-old traditions, South African brandy is one of the country’s most iconic products; and is a most-loved distilled drink.

The Western Cape Brandy Route and the R62 Brandy Route, might just be the only brandy routes in the world. For wine lovers to go on a brandy journey is not such a big leap: brandy is made from wine after all. The Western Cape Brandy Route leads you through the heart of fine wine country: Stellenbosch, Paarl, Franschhoek, Wellington and the new high-lying Elgin area.

Cango Wildlife Ranch, Oudtshoorn - Croc Cage Diving An adventurer’s haven lies nestled in the heart of the Little Karoo intriguing people from around the world with a thrilling world-first! The opportunity to come face-to-face with a prehistoric, cold-blooded creature, one that is sure to get your heart racing!

For an evocative introduction to and overview of the art and science of more than three centuries of Cape brandy making, begin your journey in Stellenbosch, at Van Ryn’s Brandy Cellar. A guided tour, comparative style tasting and brandyand-chocolate pairing unlock a cornucopia of delectable sights, sounds, smells and tastes. Move on to the renowned red wine cellar Kaapzicht which produces a pure potstill brandy. Louiesenhof winemaker, Stefan Smit learnt from veteran distiller Jos le Roux to make his Marbonne Potstill containing brandy aged for up to 16 years in oak. Beautifully restored 1712 Uitkyk, offers a 10 Year Old, and modern Tokara makes a rich pure pot-still five-year-old from fruit off 30-year-old vines.

Paarl brings you Backsberg, the home of the eponymous Sidney Back brandies.

Historic Laborie’s Alambic five-year-old brandy comes in an elegant, embossed 500ml bottle and Venerable Nederburg has resurrected its recently discovered

The Cango Wildlife Ranch, in the unique Karoo town of Oudtshoorn, presents its world-class natural encounters-programs, a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity for people to interact with incredible animals; such as the Cheetah, Tiger, Lemur, Giant Tegu, Cubs and Reptiles.

In 2004, the owners of the ranch, Andrew and Glenn Eriksen, decided it was time to help change people’s perceptions of another animal, the enormous and feared Nile Crocodile. In 2006 they implemented Croc-cage diving, a world first in both adventure and conservation activities.

Once your ticket is purchased, you climb into the steel reinforced cage and are slowly lowered into the water. You see the predator as clearly as it sees you! The cage is lowered next to the crocodile to ensure a really close view, close enough to count their teeth! You will be in safe, but in scary waters, as the underwater photographers capture every moment on camera. The intimidating experience of looking into the crocs eyes; not quite knowing how safe you are, or if he is going to strike … it is a truly humbling experience.

They are fed three times a week, and the feeding times never coincide with a dive.

The whole goal is to view them in their relax surroundings, completely unhindered!

Cango Wildlife Ranch is on a par with some of the best animal experiences in the world and is one of only four facilities in Africa to have obtained accreditation from the Standards-Body in the zoological industry.

The guided tour is on average an hour long, and an extra 15-20 minutes can be added per encounter.

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In Wellington the meticulously restored three-centuries-old farm De Compagnie, specialises in exclusive pure pot-still brandies. Historic 17th-century French Huguenot farm Versailles offers carefully crafted brandies under the Savingnac label.

Across the Hottentots Holland mountain range among Elgin’s new cool-climate vineyards lies the elegant Oude Molen Distillery, honouring in name the ‘father’ of South African brandy, Frenchman Renée Santhagen, who introduced the Cognaçaise method of copper pot double distillation here in the early 1900s.

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Work at the Table Bay Hotel at the V&A Waterfront was procured and done some time ago. Recent projects with references include many homes in De Zalze Estate which was completed and redecorated successfully by our team.

Other successful projects include Serena Terrace Housing Estate in Somerset West, Belaire Estate in Somerset West, Devon Valley Winery in Stellenbosch, and various houses within the Welgevonden Estate in Stellenbosch.

Paintkor has over the months extended its services to single residential requests, be it interior, or exterior, and even roof decorating. No project is too small, Paintkor has the infrastructure to attend to any request.

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BUSINESS & TRAVEL

THE NEWSPAPER

What you need to know before selecting an airline If you’re flying domestically, it is easy to choose an airline. You can make your decision based on airfare, the number of flight connections and departure time. Flying internationally is a whole new ball game since there are various aspects to consider which are departure and arrival times, non-stop flights, connecting flights, safety and many more.

Here are some facts you should consider when choosing which International Airline you wish to fly with on long-haul routes.

Airfare - Price is indeed the biggest factor in deciding which airline you wish to fly with. It is important to compare airfare prices. However, it is not always a wise decision to consider the lowest airfare. Sometimes it is feasible to pay a little more for what you want. Here is a list of fees you need to investigate to make sure that they are included in your airfare before making your final booking: excess baggage, seat selection, food & beverage, cancellation/rebooking fees, taxes and surcharges.

Safety - Have you ever wondered how safety conscious the airline is you are about to board?

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) updates the list of airlines and their compliance level each month. The website, airlineratings.com rates 425 airlines around the world to help travelers choose a carrier with the best safety record. Safety ratings are based on the following international certification standards: airworthiness, operations, air navigation services, licensing, safety records, and

product ratings that include seating, in-flight entertainment, meals, beds, blankets, pillows and the carrier’s website.

firming your booking, you should verify the airline’s luggage restrictions on checked-in baggage, hand baggage and seat selection.

Non-Stop Flights - It is ideal to find an airline that travels to your international destination without any stop-overs. However, it is not always possible to fly direct, therefore you should find an airline partner that travels to your destination. Non-stop flights are usually more expensive, but will get you to your destination earlier. If you decide to make a stop-over, make sure you have enough time between your connecting flights.

Airline Frequent Flyer Program - Determine if you can earn extra miles on the airfare you’re paying by joining a frequent flyer Program with the airline. Most airlines give suitable fare to enable you to earn miles.

Airline On-time record & dependability The last thing you want while on vacation is to have your flight cancelled or delayed for hours or days. Verify the on-time statistics of the airline.

FlightStats.com can not only give you on-time performance and cancellation statistics for most major airlines worldwide, but can also supply information for specific flights, delays, routes, times, dates and even weather updates.

Airline cancellation and re-booking policy - You should review the airlines cancellation and re-booking policies before you fly. It may be worth your while to pay more for your ticket if they have a better policy available. Enjoy your flight!

In-flight entertainment & connectivity (IFE&C) For some travellers this is the most important consideration when flying internationally. The improvement of wireless connectivity and the increasing trend of passengers using their own personal devices such as iPhones, iPads, and tablets, have dramatically changed the face of the in-flight passenger experience. In-flight entertainment can include movies, satellite TV, cable TV, music videos, radio, games and Google Maps.

Restrictions and allowances - Before con-

Belgium on Bright Street

Airline loyalty - If you have airline loyalty the departure time, flight time, connections and price would not matter to you when booking a flight. Airline loyalty can also include better service, boarding the plane first, upgrades and seating with expanded leg space.

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If you haven’t been to Belgium, visit Vertu Lunch Boutique in Somerset West and indulge in traditional Belgium food.

Katia, the Vertu Lunch Boutique owner-chef with almost 25 years experience in Belgium food selectively put together her menu providing a variety of delicious Belgium dishes.

The day at Vertu on Bright Street starts with a selection of fine breakfasts. For the not so hungry there is a selection of sandwiches on French loaf. The “Uitsmijter” bouncer sandwich is very popular. It is presented in old Belgium tradition with two sunny side up eggs on a selection of veggies and selected meats on two slices of bread.

Lunch is served every day in typical Belgium style. The Newspaper’s recommended hot dishes are the Vol au Vent, a Belgium chicken pie with chicken and meat balls and the Flemish Carbonate,

a Beef stew.

For the sweet tooth, Belgium chocolate sauce with ice cream is a must. Other desserts include delicious homemade pancakes, Banana and Ice Cream with Belgium Hot Chocolate as well as the “Egg Liquor” with whipped cream and Ice Cream. The homemade Chocolate mousse is made with nothing less than the best in Belgium Chocolate.

“Served in a Bolleke” - “De Koning” is a highly coloured amber beer for men and Liefmans Fruitness 5 Berries flavoured beer is for the ladies - specially imported beer from Belgium.

Don’t leave before you’ve tasted the Vertu Delux coffee accompanied by a small glass of freshly made egg liquor, carre confituur and whipped cream.

Come and enjoy the hospitality of Katia at Vertu on Bright Street, Somerset West.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

THE NEWSPAPER

LipoMan Health Challenge The Newspaper challenged Legends Studio, Somerset West to prove credibility through the use of their Lipo Cavitation Program. The Newspaper appointed their candidate in the Program, called LipoMan to be monitored from the beginning of the treatment. Legends suggested that a minimum of 6 sessions is required to see positive results. After the sessions a report will be published with regard to the success achieved by LipoMan.

therapist recorded the three waist measurements and then actively worked the defined area. During each of the 6 sessions of 20 minutes a high frequency probe was moved over the abdomen area to burst fat. At the end of the first 6 sessions The Newspaper is happy to confirm that the waist measurement of LipoMan showed a remarkable reduction of 8 cm. (went down two notches in belt size)

The Newspaper is happy to report LipoMan started the Lipo Cavitation treatment on 3 January 2014. Three body measurements were taken at the beginning of each of the 6 treatments.

The first was the upper waist, followed by the naval waist, and lastly the lower waist, a section heavily impacted with fat deposits.

It is a high frequency sound wave which penetrates the fat cell and eventually bursts the fat cell. The fat is filtered through the lymph and the liver and excreted through the bowel. It is recommended that 1.5 litres of water is consumed several hours prior to and after each session. This plays a major role in the success of the treatment.

Sessions were conducted every alternative day. Before each session the

What is Lipo Cavitation?

Legends has found that cavitation is excellent in kick-starting a persons weight loss programme. It’s also important not to indulge in food that will negatively impact the Cavitation process. It is furthermore recorded that LipoMan adapted his daily food consumption, removed starch from all menus, and reduced all alcohol intake to as little as two glasses of wine consumed over a 14 day period.

The Newspaper will be back to report on LipoMan’s treatment in the next edition after the second 6 sessions.

Adapt a healthy lifestyle Every person’s opinion can be different when it comes to describing a healthy lifestyle as everyone is unique with different needs. Wellness involves both choice and action. The choice you make and the actions you take can lead to a healthier life. By adopting these healthy living guidelines you can keep yourself on track to achieve and live a healthy life.

Balance your diet - A nutritious diet includes adhering to a high intake of fruits, vegetables and a low consumption of meat. Lean cuts of meat, low-fat dairy products, healthy fats and fibre can help you control your weight and blood pressure and lower your cholesterol levels. Limit your intake of salt and sugar. The consumption of water is very important in your diet and the experts say that you should drink at least 8 glasses of water per day.

Participate in regular physical exercise - Regular physical activity enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health and wellness. Regular exercise boosts the immune system, help prevent heart disease, diabetes, obesity and mental health problems such as depression. Aim for at least 20-45 minutes of moderate exercise five days a week.

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Restaurant of The Month - Pomegranate Pomegranate Restaurant situated on the Vergenoegd Wine Estate presents its patrons the flair of fine dining in casual style. It’s enjoying lunch in the ambiance of the historical 1773 Manor House surrounded by beautiful views of the winemaking Estate, mountains and vineyards which takes any visitor back to the days of yesteryear.

Pomegranate is Michael Israel’s trademark on Fine Dining with a difference.

He has been in the trade for many years and 2014 is the 20th anniversary of Pomegranate Restaurant. Not only is Michael the Executive Owner Chef, but also the Sommelier. All dishes are finely paired with a wine that blends in with the choice of dish.

The Newspaper was privileged to share in the taste of dishes prepared with the best ingredients. The menu is simple, but the fusion flavours speaks another language.

The Gemsbok Carpaccio cured with rock salt, juniper berry, cumin seed and lemon zest, rocket leaves and finished with drunken pecorino cheese, mustard and red wine vinaigrette is a “must” on the Starter list. On the other hand, the Tomato Tart is to die for. This delicious homemade puff pastry is topped with pitted and skinned tomato, a little butter and cream, oven baked and garnished with fresh basil and chives freshly picked from the garden. The Runner Duck White wine is perfectly paired with

Excellent

| 021 843 3347 | 0823384355 | www.pomegranaterestaurant.co.za Restaurant Hours Tuesday - Sunday 12:00 - 17:00

The Duck Leg and Breast Confit, is well cooked and served with a crispy finish, dressed with a pomegranate white wine jus and paired with Vergenoegd Cabernet Sauvignon 2007. The Eland Fillet, a Superior meat as a game choice is Char grilled, finished in the oven, dressed with a chocolate chilli red wine jus and garnished with coppa.

If you fancy South East Asian dishes, the Warm Seafood Salad and Vegetarian dish will be the right choice.

The Chocolate Pancakes was the dish of the day! Imagine a slab of dark chocolate wrapped in a home-made chocolate crepe then flamed in port

and coffee, dressed with the rich dark sauce from the pan and finished with ice cream! Delicious!

A perfect afternoon came to an end in the presence of a wonderful host with a sip of the Vin De Constance, a natural sweet wine made by Klein Constantia, said to be the finest natural sweet wine in the world.

The Newspaper highly recommends Pomegranate Restaurant as Restaurant of the Month - the best in Fine Dining with a difference.

Pomegranate Restaurant is only open for Lunch from 12h00 to 17h00 and are closed on Mondays.

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GENERAL

Be SunSmart and avoid skin cancer This is the time of the year where thousands of people are enjoying the summer sun at the most beautiful beaches. However the sun is also dangerous. The UV Index in our area is between 9 - 11+ which means the sun strength is very strong and the skin burns quickly.

One of the most important causes of skin cancer is exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun or sunbeds.

What is ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun?

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Ultraviolet is part of the electromagnetic (light) spectrum that reaches the earth from the sun. It has wavelengths shorter than visible light, making it invisible to the naked eye.

The ultraviolet (UV) radiation that affects the skin is classified as: UVA, (long wave) and UVB (short wave). UVA and UVB penetrate the atmosphere and play an important role in conditions such as skin aging, eye damage, and skin cancers.

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Facts on UVA (Long wave) UVA is the longest of the UV rays, penetrate the deeper layers of the skin and plays a major role in skin aging, skin wrinkling and skin cancer.

UVA rays account for up to 95% of the UV radiation reaching the earth.

UVA is the dominant tanning ray, causing damage to the skin’s DNA. Tanning booths or Tan Cans release 12 times more UVA as the sun. People using them are 2.5 more times likely to develop squamous cell carcinoma, and 1.5 times more likely to develop basal cell carcinoma.

Less intense than UVB. Penetrates the skin more than UVB. Play major part in skin wrinkling.

Penetrates glass and clouds.

Adapt a healthy lifestyle ( Continued from page 10) Select a physical activity that is suitable for yourself and something that you can enjoy several times per week for example: running, walking, swimming, yoga, Pilates, tennis or other sporting activities. Exercise levels will depend on your physical condition. Some medical conditions require a doctor’s consent first before you start exercising.

Maintain healthy body weight - The key to successful weight loss is a commitment in making permanent adjustments to your diet and exercise program as well as your lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle involves maintaining a healthy weight or a body mass index below 30. A method of estimating the ideal body weight is by applying the Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation.

Get enough sleep - A good night’s rest help keep your mind and body healthy. Getting enough sleep can have many benefits such as: recharge immune system, boost brainpower, give more energy for the next day and lift the mood. Most adults need 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night.

Take care of yourself - With all the demands of life there is limited time and energy available to take care of yourself. You may find yourself neglecting your own personal needs. Take care of your skin, hair, teeth and feet. Also make some time each day to spend on your own.

Medical Checkup - You need to monitor your health and go for regular medical checkups after the age of 50.

The regular management of blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar is important.

Stress

Management

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Stressors

are the events or situations that cause stress. Being unprepared for a situation could make a person develop stress. Situations which are recognized to be very stressful are associated with change, and with lack of control over what is happening. It is important that you can learn to identify your own responses to stress and develop the ability to deal with it accordingly.

Avoid smoking - The use of tobacco products increase the risk of heart disease, respiratory infections, asthma and lung cancer. It also reduces the length and quality of your life and effect the people around you.

Facts on UVB (Short wave) UVB is responsible for burning, tanning, accelerating the skin aging and also plays a key role in the development of skin cancer. UVB varies by season, location and time of day.

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Cause of reddening and sunburn.

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the

skins

epidermis

UVB does not penetrate glass.

Taking care of our friends Pets provide unconditional love and companionship for people of all ages a fact that any pet owner can testify to.

We therefore owe it to our furry friends to take care of them in the best possible way.

Perky Pets at Cinnamon Square, on Gordon’s Bay Boulevard, is a “one-stop" destination, being part of a well established Pet Group situated around the Cape, the shop continues to deliver on its promise of enhancing the wellbeing of all pets.

savings on pet supplies not normally found in boutique shops."

While there is a range of hand-reared birds and fish in-store, Perky Pets makes a point of not stocking cats and dogs as they believe this encourages backstreet breeding. "We'd rather that clients get involved with animal welfare organizations.

"We aim to provide a wide range of premium products and accessories at competitive prices. Our signature trademark is excellent customer service to this end. Clients also have the option of buying in bulk, which means they get to enjoy the added benefit of great cost

Limit alcohol use - Drinking too much alcohol can raise blood pressure, harm the liver, brain and heart. It is recommended that healthy adults who drink alcohol should limit their daily intake to two or fewer servings per day.

Enjoy life - Slowdown from your hectic lifestyle and enjoy life. Take time to enjoy whatever you are doing, spend time outdoors to appreciate nature, disconnect from your laptop and iPhone, spend time with friends and family, drive slower and stop multitasking by focusing on one thing at a time.

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ART & DESIGN

THE NEWSPAPER

Cape Town Art Fair

The Cape Town Art Fair is gearing up once again to bring together the very best of South African contemporary art under one roof. From 28th February to 2nd March 2014, the BMW Pavilion at the V&A Waterfront will play host to an elite selection of galleries representing acclaimed and emerging art world stars, complemented by an exciting programme of performances, talks and artists dialogues.

This second edition of the Fair also marks the inaugural participation of leading local galleries Stevenson, Goodman and Everard Read, who will be joining the ranks of new and returning exhibitors.

Throughout the duration of the fair The Sovereign Art Foundation will be providing an innovative children’s art project on the lower levels of the pavilion. This

charity organisation is devoted to utilizing the arts in children’s rehabilitation, education and therapy, and their involvement will undoubtedly enrich the Fair experience for all.

Other highlights include the screening of new works at the IMAX cinema by some of the nation’s most innovative multimedia artists in association with Wanted Business Day Magazine. Art South Africa will host panel discussions featuring key figures in the South African art world, creating a forum for debate within the visual arts sector.

In addition, the 2014 CTAF will present a body of work by invited artist Josh Ginsberg, and offer a strategic alliance with GUILD, Africa’s first design fair held at the Lookout, V&A Waterfront, from 27 February to 9 March serving to locate contemporary art within a larger creative sphere. For further information contact (021) 702 2280.

Invest in Fine Art to invest in lives Christopher Moller Gallery - Cape Town

The Imibala Gallery in Somerset West hopes to pioneer a dualistic investment approach for the serious fine art collector, in support of Imibala’s charitable aims. Patrons who aim to preserve pre-eminent South African art for posterity, will - through their art acquisition - simultaneously become the patrons of young learners benefitting from Imibala sponsorships.

No premium will be added to the accepted market price of the artwork to facilitate this. Patrons will also be entitled to a Tax Certificate confirming the 10% donated portion of the purchase price which may be used to obtain a tax benefit.

The Imibala organisation has been in Somerset West since 1999 and through the Imibala Trust has grown to include art and drama lessons, computer lessons and sponsorships which cover school uniforms, shoes, underwear, stationery and/or school fees. Since inception, over 13 000 sponsorships have been facilitated to assist the poorest of the poor.

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The January ‘Celebration of Identity’ exhibition is the culmination of working with emerging artists over time. The two February and March exhibitions will be mounted in association with Everard Read, Cape Town, with celebrated artists of their choice.

While the Imibala Gallery operates as a private company, any profits generated will be donated towards Imibala Trust sponsorships, with a minimum commitment of 10% of the value of the artwork.

Patrons will receive a notarial certificate of charitable authenticity confirming the identity of specific children sponsored through the patron’s passion to creatively invest in emerging lives.

To subscribe to the Imibala Gallery e-mails contact gallery@imibala.com or call (021) 852 2411.

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LIFESTYLE

Cellar Masters of the Month Achim & Takuan von Arnim

The history of Haute Cabriere dates back to 22 December 1694 when the French Huguenot Pierre Jourdan, was granted a piece of land in Olifantshoek - today known as Franschhoek – which he decided to name after his home town, Cabriere.

mental wine growing philosophy of “sun, soil, vine, man”, which revolves around the perfect harmony of nature’s elements coming together to create magic – with man playing only the role of a respectful conductor in creating a sum that’s bigger than its parts.

In the early 1980’s Achim von Arnim – then still Cellar Master at Boschendal – purchased a portion of this land, with his vision firmly set on the idea of producing wines in the style of the Champagne region. Following the tradition of the famous French Champagne houses, he planted the noble cultivars of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to produce his first Champagne-equivalent, known in South Africa as Cap Classique, and named this wine in honour of the original pioneer, Pierre Jourdan.

Today, the range encompasses two Cap Classiques – the Pierre Jourdan Brut and Pierre Jourdan Belle Rose, as well as a selection of still wines – the Pierre Jourdan Tranquille, the Haute Cabriere Chardonnay Pinot Noir, the Haute Cabriere Pinot Noir and the revolutionary Haute Cabriere Unwooded Pinot Noir. All wines are fantastically versatile, to be enjoyed on their own or with a variety of different foods.

A few years later, Achim discovered another piece of land – now known as Haute Cabriere - on the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains, which reflected a similar type of terroir which he had encountered during his time as a student in Burgundy. He fondly recalls the day that the clay of Haute Cabrière stuck to the soles of his Levi’s boots in exactly the same way it did when he worked the vineyards of Burgundy. To him, this offered the inspiration to utilize the potential of these perfect growing conditions by producing a Burgundian-styled Pinot Noir and a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

And so, from its humble origins, the venture which until then, Achim had pursued more or less on the sideline to his daytime position at Boschendal,

Achim von Arnim

grew to encompass a beautifully serene underground cellar built into the side of Franschhoek Mountain, which Achim opened exactly 300 years after Pierre Jourdan had been granted Cabriere – on 22 December 1994.

from the famous German Mosel wine region, the passion for wine runs in the family, and it is only natural that their eldest son Takuan works closely with his father in the creation of Haute Cabriere’s fine wines.

With Achim’s wife Hildegard hailing

Achim and Takuan share the funda-

Situated alongside Franschhoek Pass, Haute Cabriere offers magnificent views over the Franschhoek Valley.

The Tasting Room offers guided cellar tours Mondays – Fridays at 11h00 and 15h00, and a Cellar Master’s Tour on Saturdays at 11h00, which is hosted by either Achim or Takuan von Arnim. For lunch and dinner, Haute Cabriere Cellar Restaurant & Terrace offers a delightful a la carte menu with full and half portions, as well as a variety of pairing menus – including a wide selection of vegetarian options. Between 15h00 and 19h00, guests can enjoy the “Delicious Little Things” menu served on the terrace as the perfect accompaniment to a relaxed glass of wine. Wherever possible, produce is grown either on Haute Cabriere itself, or sourced within the Franschhoek Valley.

More information is available on www.cabriere.co.za

Morgenster Extra Virgin Olive Oil achieves Top Score

Morgenster Extra Virgin Olive Oil was awarded the top score of 98 points out of 100 in the Flos Olei 2014 competition which assesses the world’s best olive oils. The Estate also received the “Made with Love” award in the section listing, the world’s 20 best farms in the accompanying Flos Olei 2014 - a guide to the world of extra virgin olive oil.

Flos Olei 2014 is an annual guide that deal on an international scale with the world’s best extra virgin olive oils, providing information about the sector and directing readers towards quality.

It is also an international competition involving an assessment of olive oils by a panel of expert tasters coordinated by Marco Oreggia, where tasters follow strictly controlled tasting procedures.

Giulio Bertrand, owner of the Somerset West farm, went to Rome to accept the award and commented: “In last year’s Flos Olei we were excited to achieve 97 out of 100 for the fourth year in a row. Being one of only 11 oil producers in the world to achieve 98/100, the highest score ever

bestowed on an oil by a top international panel of judges, makes me very proud to bring this award home to South Africa”.

The other ten farms that achieved the same score are in Spain (two), Italy (seven) and Chile (one).

Bertrand believes that the combination of Italian trees and expertise, an exceptional South African terroir and a rigid approach to quality at every stage of production has senabled Morgenster to achieve this level of excellence.

The Estate’s wines and olive products are exported around the world.

Giulio Bertrand, with his 2014 Flos Olei award

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EVENTS

Get ready for Design Indaba

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Franschhoek Summer Wines Festival Celebrate summer in style at this year’s Franschoek Summer Wines Festival taking place at Leopard’s leap family Vineyards on 8 February 2014.

Franschhoek’s finest wineries will be showcasing their premium summer wines, namely La Bri, Morena, Môreson, Anthonij Rupert Wines, Bellingham, Noble Hill, Leopard’s Leap, La Motte, Solms-Delta, Haute Cabriere, Grande Provence, Cape Chamonix and Boekenhoutskloof Winery.

Fine wine with delicious deli-style food will be prepared by the chefs in the Leopard’s Leap Kitchen. Live entertainment will ensure an unforgettable experience throughout the day.

The dress code for this event is ‘elegantly white’. Contact Franschhoek Wine Valley for more information at (021) 876 2861.

Summer concerts at Paul Cluver Design Indaba Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)

A leading international design Conference, an Expo featuring the best in African creativity, a FilmFest and a Music Circuit – what more could you ask for? This is also a big year on local calendars as Cape Town marks its status as 2014 World Design Capital.

Design Indaba celebrates its 20th anniversary of championing design.

This year’s Design Indaba festival will consist of: Design Indaba Conference 2014 26 to 28 February More than 40 of the world’s leading design minds take to the Design Indaba Conference at Cape Town International Convention Centre. The diverse group of speakers comprise of sound designers, architects, curators and ad maestros with a panoply of perspectives from over 20 different countries. This year more local design fundis join in the fun as the audience expand to Simulcast venues in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth and Potchefstroom.

Design Indaba Expo 2014 - 28 February to 2 March (Buyers/Media Preview: 27 February) Design Indaba Expo, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre will for the first time look north of South Africa’s borders to include work by creatives from other African countries. A centrepiece exhibition, Africa

Is Now, a Design Indaba project, will introduce visitors to the latest developments in architecture, fashion, social and industrial design, and technological innovation sweeping the continent.

Design Indaba FilmFest 2014 - 21 February to 2 March Design Indaba FilmFest presents 10 documentary feature films, never before seen on South African soil, in an unforgettable setting. The festival takes place over 10 nights at two different venues.

Maiden’s Cove in Clifton will host three films, screened in an old-school drive-in style setting. The Castle of Good Hope will hosts the remaining seven films outdoors, with the audience picnicking against the backdrop of Table Mountain.

Design Indaba Music Circuit 2014 26 to 27 February Design Indaba once again hosts a series of world-class music events in Cape Town to celebrate music as an art form and a medium to spread the message of creative thinking. Ten of the best venues Cape Town has to offer showcase a progressive blend of South African and African musos in genres such as electronica, jazz and hip-hop blends, afro-house, new age kwaito, folk and soul.

For more information visit www.designindaba.com

The Hope@Paul Cluver Amphitheatre in Elgin is the most unique setting for performances from South African and International artists.

14 February – Movie under the Stars, Love Actually - This endearing British rom-com has become a much-loved modern classic and is sure to get you in the mood for love this Valentine’s day.

15 February – Movie under die Stars, Pretty Woman - Make a date with your valentine to see this classic romantic comedy starring Richard Gere and Julia Roberts in the woodland cinema under the stars!

22 February – Handful of Keys Don’t miss the opportunity to see this

Paul Cluver Amphitheatre

hilariously entertaining two-man, multi award-winning piano show. It is South Africa’s most successful revue ever and is guaranteed to have you completely enthralled.

For more information contact (021) 844 0605

Stellenbosch Street Soiree The Stellenbosch Street Soiree or street gathering will take place on 12 February, 2014 at the lower part of Church Street where all the action will be. This easy-going gathering will transform the oak-lined streets and welcome locals and visitors to experience true Stellenbosch lifestyle.

Wine tastings are offered by various Stellenbosch estates, gourmet bites by participating restaurants and entertainment.

Last Summer Line-up date will be on the 12 March, weather permitting.

A last word from Elmarie Rabe, events manager for Stellenbosch Wine Routes: “Our quaint town really lends itself to street ‘kuiers’ and these after-work get-togethers allow one to bask in a wonderful Winelands atmosphere and forget about the day’s hassles and hullabaloos.”

The Stellenbosch Street Soirees take place from 18h00 to 20h00. For R30 you get a wine glass and a ticket to taste many wines.

For more information contact (021) 886-4310.

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EVENTS The Helderberg Rugby Club in Strand remains one of the few community club teams that compete at the highest level of club rugby. Their community driven projects receive a high priority of club involvement and participation. This year the club will present the Extreme sevens tournament where the winner takes it all.

The Club will host the 10th annual 7’s tournament on 28 February and 1 March, 2014 at Charles Morkel Stadium, Strand. This year the tournament will be Extreme - with 52 teams competing including 16 primary schools, 16 high schools, 16 senior and 4 women teams.

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The Helderberg Rugby Club selected a highly competitive team, including the best players of last year and recruited top provincial players from the Boland and Pumas as well as promising club players from Ikeys, Maties and Tukkies for the tournament.

Apart from the Extreme 7’s tournament a Music Festival with entertainment provided by Heuwels Fantasties and Wicus van der Merwe, as well as a beauty pageant, with stalls and a potjiekos competition will be part of the activities.

For more information contact (021) 853-6953

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Are you South Africa’s next MasterChef All amateur cooks who want to impress the MasterChef SA Judges with their unique culinary skills must diarise Saturday, 22 February 2014 where the South African MasterChef Season 3 Auditions will be held in Cape Town at Southern Sun The Cullinan.

The open auditions for MasterChef South Africa require a pre-prepared cold dish. However, the process for subsequent audition rounds has been tweaked slightly.

Cape Town-based food blogger, Kamini Pather was proclaimed the winner of MasterChef South Africa 2013 during the season finale broadcast by M-Net on 11 September, 2013. Keep the MasterChef SA title in the Cape and enter now.

The art exhibition entitled ‘FUSION II’, meaning working together to create something new, is what three friends with a diverse but complimentary artistic history, have decided to do.

The exhibition features Sue Akerman, Gill Gerhardt and Bruce Attwood. The three notable artists from the Pietermaritzburg area initially debuted at the Tatham Gallery in Kwa-Zulu Natal to great critical acclaim and much audience enjoyment.

Each of these three artists brings a unique area of expertise to this collaboration. Attwood is primary a woodturner and printmaker, with a remarkable capacity for inventive engineering and attention to detail. Akerman is known for her delicate fibre art pieces and Gerhardt for her use of surface decoration in glass etching, blasting and in the medium of printmaking. The result is a number of outrageously different furniture pieces.

The three artists decided on the spur of the moment, not only to collaborate in a group project, but to exhibit within a year. They would brainstorm, with Bruce beginning the skeleton of the design and handing it back to Sue or Gill.

Some pieces travelled backwards and forwards between the three artists several times before they were declared ‘finished’. The final pieces are playful and complex, with each requiring individual attention from its viewers.

This exhibition can be seen from 2 until 27 February 2014 at IS ART at Le Quartier François, Franschhoek.

MasterChef SA Judges

Remember, you have to be older than 18 and a South African citizen who has not cooked professionally before to enter this competition. For more information download the entry form from the MasterChef SA website.

Veuve Clicquot Masters Polo - Cape Town Synonymous with flutes of champagne and exquisite couture fashion, guests of the fourth annual Veuve Clicquot Masters Polo 2014 are set to attend South Africa’s most exclusive and luxury polo event on the Western Cape’s social calendar on Saturday, 01 March 2014 at Val de Vie Estate, Paarl.

The prestigious Champagne House, is the sponsor of some the world’s leading polo events such as the Manhattan Classic in New York City, the LA Polo

Classic, the UK’s Gold Cup and the Veuve Clicquot Masters Cape Town, the only event of its kind on the African continent.

VIP guests of Veuve Clicquot Masters Polo 2014 tournament can look forward to an afternoon of stylish décor, perfectly chilled Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label champagne, gourmet canapés, lavish couture fashion and a highly anticipated action packed finale of polo. Tickets are available at Computicket.

Currently on Exhibition : FUSION II a collaborative exhibition between

BRUCE ATTWOOD, SUE AKERMAN AND GILL GERHARDT The exhibition can be seen from 2 – 27 February 2014, 10h00 – 17h00 is art gallery represents established as well as up and coming South African contemporary artists in all mediums. In addition to the exhibition, the gallery has a variety of selected works on show as well as a beautiful sculpture garden featuring some of this country’s leading artists. We host a new exhibition every 6 to 8 weeks. For more information please contact us.

Ilse Schermers Art Gallery at Le Quartier Français, 16 Huguenot Street, Franschhoek Tel: 021 876 8443 email: isart@lqf.co.za www.is-art.co.za

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February 2014

Tel: 021 855 2900

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RUGBY THAT ROCKS IS BACK Back your Boytjies!

The 2014 Varsity Rugby season kicksoff in grand style at De Zalze Golf Club on Monday, 3 February with the FNB Varsity Cup moving into its seventh year of existence with some exciting innovations planned for this year.

The Varsity Cup will lend itself to further refereeing experimentation and is set to employ two referees in each of its fixtures. The referees will operate in tandem during the match, with both able to roam the field in order to police the offside line, the breakdown, and forward passes. The organisers have again opened the competition to experimentation with specially designed jerseys for props (in the Varsity Cup and Shield).

In another innovation a new “Free Catch Rule” will come into play, adding to the free-flowing style of rugby employed in the various tournaments.

A player can now mark the ball - when catching a kick on the full - anywhere on the field and not just in his own 22. The referees, however, will play advantage with any catch from the air and will be able to bring the catcher’s team back if

they do not get advantage and award a free-kick to them.

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The FNB NMMU Madibaz will host the FNB Maties in Port Elizabeth on Monday, February 3, 2014 at 16h45, in the first of two televised matches in Round One.

The Cape Cycle Tour has been selected as one of the top 10 cycle routes in the National Geographic Book titled “Journey of a Lifetime – 500 of the World’s Greatest Trips.” The book, compiled of the favourite trips of National Geographic’s travel writers presents a wide variety of experiences, using different ways of transport on every continent, now also including Cape Town. The book features stunning photography, first-class writing, expert advice and full colour maps.

Maties vs Tuks, Final 2013

The Argus Cycle Tour, the world’s largest individually timed cycling event extending over 109 km draws cyclists from around the globe with about 35 000 entrants each year. This year The Cape Argus Lifecycle Expo and Cycle Tour Registration runs from 6 to 8 March at the Good Hope Centre in Cape Town. Sunday, March 9th the race begins once again at the Cape Town City Centre at

At present, 20 of the 23 players in the match-day squads are required to be full-time students. The FNB Varsity Cup presented by Steinhoff International will be phasing out all non-students during this season ahead of the 2015 competition.

Photo Credit: Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour

six o’clock, and finish next to the Cape Town Stadium in Green Point.

The Argus Cycle Tour is preceded by a number of other events, including the Cape Argus Pick n Pay MTB Challenge, taking place on 1 March and the long route challenge following on 2 March. Both events will be hosted by the Le Bonheur Wine Estate in the Simonsberg, just outside Stellenbosch.