| May 2009 |
CVA E-Newsletter |
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Contact Us :
Tel: +27 (0) 82 332 7844
jooles@constantiavalley.com
Introduction
There were a couple of days in April where I seriously wondered if anyone had bothered to go to work. My usually persistent cell phone was quiet, I was able to find the top left hand corner of my desk, I managed to type letters without being interrupted by the notification that I had 152 new emails arriving in the "inbox" per second and the only meeting I did manage to make in the last week of the month was cancelled due to a dubious dental emergency!
In the midst of a world economic crisis South Africans worked 3 x four day weeks and 1 x three day week and that does not include time taken off for the school holidays!
Many business owners appeared to be suffering from a mild case of panic as their staff combined these "freebie" days off with the odd day from their annual leave and employees were suffering from an inability to motivate due to the precision planning involved in taking a huge amount of time off work when you just don’t get as much bang for your buck!
Personally, I am glad to see the back of April but that has nothing to do with public holidays and everything to do with it being the month where I have to admit to being a year older! May is a much better month especially if you are lucky enough to be living or spending time in the Constantia Valley. Read on and you will see what I mean...
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Welcome to the Bhandaris experience

Bhandaris is proud to announce its breakaway from the Bihari Restaurant group. Owners Roger Sturgeon (U.K), Graeme Moyles and Peter Van Biljoen who have worked in the service industry for many years decided to dedicate their knowledge and skill into the launch of Bhandaris Restaurant.
Roger, as a British citizen and vast world traveler has a love for Indian food and through his traveling experience, knows a good curry when he tastes one! Graeme and Peter have spent years managing some of Cape Town's favorite restaurants. Their knowledge and passion for customer service and tasty food, makes Bhandaris an exceptional experience.
As you enter the restaurant, the stresses of the outside world are left behind as you step into a treasure room of tranquillity and beauty. Forgetting that you are actually in Cape Town, you can escape to a taste of India.
Bhandaris is located at the Westlake Lifestyle Centre, Westlake Drive Tokai and is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Bhandaris is also proud to announce the launch of their home delivery service and outdoor catering.
To make your booking for a mouth watering experience or for further information, please contact 021 702 2975.
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Winter Warmer at Catharina's

Winter Warmer
Available as of 5 May 2009
Potato and Celeriac Soup
Crispy celery, white truffle oil
Braised Lamb Shoulder
Chive potato cake, mange tout and baby carrots,
balsamic onions, parsley oil
Medley of Brulée
Strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, mulberry
Glass of Klein Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc
OR Klein Steenberg Bordeaux Blend
Luncheon
Choice of Two Course Set Menu
R125 per person
Choice Three Course Set Menu
R165 per person
Dinner
Three Course Set Menu
R195 per person
Bookings
Telephone: 021 713 2222
E-mail: info@steenberghotel.com
Please note that the Menus will change Weekly.
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Jonkerhuis re-releases their Winter Buffet

Jonkershuis are proud to announce the reintroduction of their now famous CAPE MALAY WINTER BUFFET starting on the 01 MAY and taking us right through until the 31ST AUGUST!
Available from 6pm until 9pm Monday to Friday
There are two options available:
R98pp 2 courses from the buffet (starter and main)
OR
R110pp 2 courses from the buffet and a plated dessert!
Booking is ESSENTIAL please call 021 794 6255 to avoid disappointment. Please 021 794 6255
The Menu!
STARTERS
Roasted Butternut Soup
Chefs Soup of the Day
MAINS
Oven Baked Beef Bobotie
Cape Malay Chicken Curry
Snoek and KingKlip Frikkadels
Three Bean Lentil and Tomato Bredie
Roast Sweet Potato and Pumpkin
Savoury Yellow Rice
DESSERT
Malva Pudding
MilkTart
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Scene@Simons

There is never a dull moment at Simon’s Restaurant located on the historical Groot Constantia Wine Estate.
Sunset Specials
Ladies – we would be pleased if you would join us for a complimentary glass of Cap Classique between 5 and 6pm Mondays to Thursdays.
Friday Night Live Band
Kick back, relax and enjoy the music of Tanglewood every Friday night from 6.30 til 10pm
Saturday Spatchcock!
We are serving the BEST PERI PERI SPATCHCOCK outside of Mozambique every Saturday – lunch and dinner! Grilled to perfection on an open BBQ, mouth-wateringly good!!
Super 14 and Cricket
Live coverage viewed on 3 large screens. Come and support your team in a relaxed and casual atmosphere, with good food and drinks at your service.
Sunday Jazz
Sunday Sundowners for a perfect ending to your weekend. Leave the cooking to us and enjoy the relaxed yet vibey Jazz of various weekly bands.
For more information please visit our website www.simons.co.za or telephone +27 21 794 1143 for more details.
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Eagles Nest Shiraz 2006

Eagles' Nest Shiraz 2006 was selected by Matthew Jukes as one of his top 50 South African Wines for 2009.
Matthew Jukes is wine correspondent of the Daily Mail, in London, and is read each week by over 9 million readers. He has won The International Wine and Spirit Competition's Trophy for Communicator of the Year, writes best selling wine guides in the UK and Australia, as well as being a wine buyer and internationally respected wine judge.
He described the wine as "A shocker - great value, intense pepperiness, plum and damson fruit and all totally under control with genial tannins and calm alcohol - a result."
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GROOT CONSTANTIA has excelled again, 12 Gold Medals over the past 20 months.
- Pinotage 2005 (2)
- Shiraz 2005 (1)
- Gouverneurs Reserve 2005 (2)
- Gouverneurs Chardonnay 2006 (1)
- Gouverneurs Chardonnay 2007 (2)
- Gouverneurs Reserve 2006 (1)
- Gouverneurs Shiraz 2006 (2)
- Pinotage 2007 (1)
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Clearance Sale of Exclusive Wines from the Wade Bales Wine Society
Buy a 12 bottle case of the Bales' Private Vintners wines for only R 398.00!
YOU SAVE R 200.00
Exceptional quality is the hallmark of the wines produced under the Private Vintners label. Wade Bales’ reputation in the Cape Wine industry is rooted in his intimate knowledge of the vineyards and the relationship of trust he has developed with many of the leading winemakers. Here he teams up with the inimitable Mike Dobrovic of Mulderbosch to bring you two beautifully balanced wines.
Bales Private Vintners Mike Dobrovic Sauvignon Blanc 2008 (Mulderbosch)
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Normally R 598.00 (12 x 750ml)
You Pay R 398.00 (12 x 750ml)
YOU SAVE R 200.00 |
Bales Private Vintners Mike Dobrovic Chardonnay 2007 (Mulderbosch)
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Normally R 598.00 (12 x 750ml)
You Pay R 398.00 (12 x 750ml)
YOU SAVE R 200.00 |
All offers include FREE delivery to your door anywhere in South Africa
HOW TO ORDER: Email your order details to patriciau@thewinesociety.co.za or phone your order through to Patricia on 021 794 2151 or fax to 021 794 2821
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Stay and Spa at Constantia Uitsig

Constantia Uitsig Hotel & Spa Package
Luxurious accommodation for one night
A 30 minute spa treatment & spa gift
A Three course dinner at:
The Constantia Uitsig Restaurant OR
La Colombe Restaurant
A Farmstyle breakfast
All for the special rate of R1350 per person sharing
This exclusive offer is valid from 1st May until 30th September 2009
Please note the restaurant closure dates
Constantia Uitsig Restaurant: 4th July – 30th July 2009
La Colombe: 2nd August – 25th August 2009 and on Sunday evenings from 1st May - 30th September 2009
For further information or bookings, please contact 021 7946500 or reservations@uitsig.co.za
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Garden Notes from Ferndale Nursery
Doreen Daubermann

Constantia has always been known for its beautifully landscaped gardens and with a new season there are lots of things to do and look forward to.
Shrubs and Trees
It is a good time to be planting shrubs and trees. Rain and cooler weather will encourage strong root growth through winter to produce good growth in the spring.
Herbs
Your herbs will need cutting and composting again before the rain sets in. Some herbs may suffer from lack of sun so don’t be too disappointed if you have to replant some. If your herbs are in pots move them to a sunny spot in the garden.
For all of your gardening advice, needs, irrigation and hardware please visit Ferndale Nursery located in Brommersvlei Road Constantia or telephone +27 21 794 5175 or +27 21 794 5144
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Fridays are FIT days at WELL4LIFE

The place to be at Noon every Friday in the month of May is the WELL4LIFE gym located at the High Constantia Shopping Centre. Why? - Because the team at WELL4LIFE are offering a FREE training session on the provision that you do not have any health problems. Now there are no excuses...
For more information please telephone Tammy on +27 21 794 4777
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Ascot Gardens - Stay & Vehicle Special
ASCOT GARDENS SELF CATERING ACCOMODATION located in Bergvliet has partnered up with a Cape Town Car Hire company to offer fantastic Car Hire specials from April until end October 2009.
This ASCOT GARDENS accommodation, www.ascotgardens.co.za ,and car hire package offer is being promoted to encourage visitors to stay at ASCOT GARDENS in the Constantia Valley, rather than in the more traditional city bowl and popular beach areas.
BUDGET CARS: (Toyota) APRIL until 31 OCTOBER 2009
R125/DAY for 28 days hire or more
OR
R150/DAY if less than 28 days hire.
This offer includes standard insurance, with excess of R2500 for collision damage only.
STANDARD CARS: (Toyota,Nissan) APRIL until 31 OCTOBER 2009
R150/DAY for 28 days hire or more
OR
R175/DAY if less than 28 days hire.
This offer includes standard insurance, with excess of R 2500 for collision damage only.
WEEK END SPECIALS: (Inclusive Friday – Monday) Pay for 2 days and rent for 3 days @ R 400/ week end rental, all inclusive of conditions below.
- All inclusive Rates quoted per day or part thereof, calculated from the time the vehicle leaves the depot.
- Unlimited mileage.
- Free delivery and escort to Ascot Gardens from Airport and return Airport drop off between 7.00am and 20.00pm local time.
- Only Visa, Master or American Express Credit Card’s acceptable for prior authorisation of car rentals.
- Additional Insurance @ R50/day reduces excess to Rnil / incident for collision damage to both vehicles.
- With both Standard and Additional insurance cover, 10% of market value is payable in case of theft of the vehicle.
- Hirer’s to have in their possession, a valid Driver’s License or International Drivers License.
- No deposit.
- Free child seats.
KINDLY NOTE THIS SPECIAL LOW PRICE CAR HIRE OFFER IS AVAILABLE ONLY IF YOU CONFIRM YOUR BOOKING TO STAY AT ASCOT GARDENS, AND IS ALSO SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF VEHICLES.
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Jooles and the CVA Team |