March 2016
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FPA Fire Prevention Tips:
• No burning during the fire season • Burning is only authorised when the landowner is in possession of a valid burn permit issued by the Winelands District Fire Services • Ensure all firebreaks are in place and maintained around properties
Photo: Ashley Bauer
Fire destroys 700 hectares The La Montagne fire in February was the most dramatic one in the Franschhoek Valley this summer. The fire spread from the farm of origin, along DuToitskop toward the pass into Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve and the Olifantshoek Valley. Winelands Fire Services were activated as soon as the fire was reported at 14h35 on Wednesday, 10 February. Those that responded were Winelands Fire Services, Winelands Fire Protection Association members, Cape Nature, Vulcan Fire -- contracted fire team, Stem In Die Bos -- contracted fire team, Working on Fire and the Volunteer Wildfire Service. Three helicopters assisted the teams on the ground alongside a spotter plane and a fixed wing bomber. The helicopters were employed at a costly R24 000 per hour for 3 hours. The fire was finally brought under control on Sunday, 14 February. According to the Winelands Fire Protection Association (WFPA) more than 700 hectares were affected. It is suspected that prohibited burning started the fire. An investigation is on-going. Ashley Bauer of the WFPA Franschhoek (WFPAFHK) says they are constantly endeavouring to mitigate the incidence and damage resulting from these fires and finding ways to train and educate the wider community. There have been more than 50 fires in the Franschhoek Ward since November 2015, fortunately not all of these fires have impacted on the community due to the prompt responses by the volunteer members of the FPA (Fire Protection Association), fire services and fire contractor teams. However, the number of fires remains alarmingly high, as do the devastation and cost. Sadly 90% of these fires are started intentionally.
Fire sweeping up the slopes of DuToitskop
• Ensure all fire-fighting resources are in good working order throughout the fire season: spray carts, tractors, beaters and rakehoes. • Ensure your employees are suitably trained to suppress a wildfire on your property. • Ensure your property is accessible to large fire fighting vehicles: height restriction 4,5 metres minimum, width 4 metres and turn circle of at least 10 metres. This is essential for structure protection. • Also make sure gates are open and remain so if there is a fire on your property or on neighbouring property to allow rapid access by fire-fighting resources. Farms and other establishments are encouraged to become members of the Fire Protection Association; monthly fees are minimal and go a long way in supplying resources to assist. Financial support from the rest of the community is welcomed. For more information, Ashley Bauer of WFPA (Franschhoek ward) can be contacted at 083 4574 065 or firesafe2000@gmail.com
New acting municipal manager Richard Bosman, the City of Cape Town’s Executive Director: Safety and Security, has been seconded to Stellenbosch Municipality for three months as acting Municipal Manager. He took up this position on 1 February. Bosman’s appointment follows 4 months after the previous Municipal Manager, Christa Liebenberg, resigned in October 2015 amidst an investigation into several charges against her. Dupré Lombaard, the Director: Planning and Economic Development, has been acting Municipal Manager since Liebenberg’s departure. Bosman held the position of Director: Community Safety in Stellenbosch Municipality from March 2007 to mid-2008 when he left to join the City of Cape Town. At the time his departure from Stellenbosch Municipality
was widely regarded as the result of concerted efforts by the thenANC-controlled council to get rid of him. Stellenbosch Municipality has also in recent months made progress in filling a number of vacant Director’s posts. (At Richard Bosman the end of 2015, in addition to the vacant Municipal Manager’s post, only 3 of 6 Director’s posts were filled.) Gerald Esau has been appointed as Director: Community & Protection Services and Raymond Esau as Director: Strategic & Corporate Services. The post of Director: Engineering Services remains unfilled. La Motte Tasting Room Mondays to Saturdays: 09:00 – 17:00 Food and Wine Tastings on Fridays: 10:00 – 11:00 (reservations essential) Contact: 021 876 8820 | tasting@la-motte.co.za Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant For lunch: Tuesdays to Sundays For dinner: Thursdays to Saturdays Winelands Tea: Tuesdays to Sundays Chef’s Table: Thursdays to Saturdays (reservations essential) Contact: 021 876 8800 | pierneef@la-motte.co.za
La Motte invites you to experience its beautiful Franschhoek Valley setting, historical charm, stylish offering in the enjoyment of wine, cuisine and the arts, its environmental care and, above all, its people’s warm spirit of sharing. We look forward to welcoming you to La Motte!
La Motte Museum Tuesdays to Sundays: 09:00 – 17:00 Historic Walks on Wednesdays: 10:00 – 11:00 (reservations essential) Sculpture Walks on Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:00 (reservations essential) Talks on Aspects of History and Art Culture (visit www.la-motte.com for programme) Contact: 021 876 8850 | museum@la-motte.co.za La Motte Hiking Trail Mondays to Saturdays: 09:00 – 17:00 Contact: 021 876 8820 | tasting@la-motte.co.za
Visit our Farm Shop for a take-home reminder of La Motte, join us for a sustainable walk or enjoy classical music at our monthly Classical Music Concerts. Visit www.la-motte.com for more information.
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Burst pipes cost guest houses A water pipe that burst in Lambrechts Street on Friday, 29 January, caused problems for several guest houses along part of Dirkie Uys Street. According to Jaco and Elsa Naudé of Centreville Guest House the pipe burst around 16h30 and was reported to the municipality within 30 minutes. An official quickly closed the stop tap for the area served by the burst pipe, but then nothing further happened until Saturday morning. Jaco and Elsa say that they called the municipal after-hours number several times until midnight and again from 06h00 the next morning. Each time the person who answered the call said that they would be contacting the relevant persons in 20 minutes. Workers finally began repairs to the pipe at 07h30 and the water supply was restored by 11h00. Not all guests were equally forgiving regarding the lack of running water – several demanded refunds and discounts from Jaco and Elsa. Even worse, and unfairly, some guests took to Tripadvisor and Booking.com and equated the water outage with bad
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The Garden House is Tripadvisor’s Top B&B in Africa
service even though all possible efforts were made to supply them with at least some water. Down the road at the Coach House the situation was similar. According to Sharon Simons they had no choice but to offer guests discounts. “Although they understood that it was out of our hands, it was still embarrassing as they couldn't shower before going out for dinner – though some opted for a dip in the pool”, she said. “And the next morning still nothing before they left for the day.” At another guest house in the area the manager had to return in the middle of the night to assist guests requiring water. According to the Naudés a municipal official told them that the problem was that too many staff members were on leave. At the time of going to press The Tatler approached the municipality for comment and to confirm whether it was true that three water pipes burst in Franschhoek that day. At the time of going to press no response had been received. ime of going to press no response had been received.
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Nuwe politieke party vir Franschhoekvallei sodat ‘n onafhanklike munisipaliteit in die Franschhoekvallei tot stand gebring kan word. United Franschhoek Valley se embleem is die Hugenote Monument met wit, blou en rooi bane tussen die drie boë. Die party doen ‘n beroep op alle inwoners wat nie geregistreer is as kiesers nie om gebruik te maak van die registrasienaweek op 5 en 6 Maart om te registreer. Vir meer inligting kontak Gordon Pheiffer by 076 577 5500.
Annette and Barry Phillips have reason to be happy. When the 2016 Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards were announced their B&B – The Garden House in Franschhoek – was not only the Number One B&B in South Africa but also in the whole of Africa and made it into their Top 25 B&Bs and Inns in the World! Reading the reviews on Tripadvisor one can’t fail to notice how many reviewers say that the felt like members of the family while staying at the Garden House. Many also refer to the canine welcoming committee of Benji
Fabriek Street waste drop off facility
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Waste dumping and collection
Lede van die Franschhoek Klub word verdwerg deur die reuse letters wat hulle gaan verf het.
Die manne van die Franschhoek Klub het op Saterdag, 23 Januarie, die hang van Middagkrans aangedurf om die dorp se naam weer wit te verf. Van F tot K strek die letters oor ‘n afstand van 145m en elke letter is 18m hoog. Die geverwery is dus ‘n reuse taak en die manne was dankbaar dat van die vroue en kinders ook kom handjie bysit het! Die voorbereidingswerk is tien dae te vore deur ‘n span plaaswerkers gedoen wat die bossies wat teen die letters begin groei het gaan afsaag en uitkap het. Aanvanklik was die plan om die verfwerk op 16 Januarie te doen, maar ‘n stormsterk suidooster het ‘n stokkie voor daardie plan gesteek. Altesaam 100 liter verf verdun met water en met spuitpompe aangewend is uiteindelik vir die taak gebruik. Die verf is deur die Franschhoek Klub geskenk. Die naam is oorspronklik in 1911 deur die Boeredebatsvereniging teen die berghang uitgepak. Oorspronklik het daar FRANSCHE HOEK B.D.V.
and Lizzie and the friendly felines – especially when there’s leftover Franschhoek smoked trout on the breakfast table. Asked about their recipe for success Annette said: “I think it’s because we enjoy doing it!” Another Franschhoek B&B, Avondrood, also made it into Tripadvisor’s Top 25 B&Bs in South Africa, coming in at number 19 on the list. www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-HotelscInnsBB-g293740
1911 gestaan. Met die herbou van die pas in 1932 is die B.D.V. en 1911 egter verwyder, asook die eerste E. Dis nie heeltemal duidelik wanneer die twee woorde toe aanmekaar geskuif is nie. In 1937 het die Franschhoek Munisipaliteit ‘n versoek van die Direkteur van Lugvaart ontvang om te vra of die dorp se naam nie teen die berghang uitgepak kan word nie. Die munisipaliteit het laat weet dat dit reeds daar is en onderneem om so gou moontlik die bossies uit te kap en die letters te verf. Na maande van niksgebeur het die broers J.S. en L.H. Hugo van Cabriére die letters op eie koste gaan verf. Die Hugos was gretig om die werk te doen omdat hulle die handelsmerk ‘Franschhoekpas’ vir hul uitvoervrugte gebruik het. (L.H. Hugo was Lourens Hugo, wat steeds op die familieplaas boer, se oupagrootjie.) Sedertdien was opeenvolgende geslagte van die Hugo familie al etlike kere betrokke by die verf van die letters.
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Local residents reported to the Tatler that the municipal waste drop-off facility in Fabriek Street was an eyesore, unpleasant and messy. There seemed to be a lack of control allowing anyone to dump anything. Matters seem to have now improved at the site with municipal signs clearly stating that only green garden waste, not in plastic bags, clean builders’ rubble and uncollected household waste is to be dropped off at this site. No dumping outside of skips or after hours is allowed and no other waste material is accepted. Skips for the different waste types have signs Bagged refuse on Verdun Road. Broken bags lead to litter being blown about. indicating which is which. of wind-blown litter. This littering results from bags Asked about the glass recycling igloos just outside that are not closed properly, or are torn by animals; the facility in Fabriek Street the reply from Solid also by vagrants looking for food. The municipality Waste Management was, “We are doing away with recommends that farmers make use of wheelie bins the igloos as it is more of a nuisance than assistance.” because they are rigid and durable and simplify the The Tatler assumes that this was a reference to people collection process.” He added, “From a visual and putting things other than glass in the igloos. aesthetic viewpoint, and also being mindful of the The Tatler also enquired after the acceptability negative impact of black bags stacked next to the of leaving waste for refuse collection in black bags main roads, we appeal to farmers to have sufficient instead of wheelie bins. The answer received is that wheelie bins and to fill them so that the lids can close wheelie bins are indeed compulsory within residential and are not damaged in the loading process.” areas to which the spokesperson added, “We would For any wheelie bin related enquiries please call like to appeal to all residents to ensure they have Stellenbosch Municipality Solid Waste Management a Stellenbosch Municipality wheelie bin with the on 021 808 8224. following wording printed on your bin “WC024”. The drop-off facility is open on Mondays to Fridays Asked whether farms are also required to use wheelie from 08h00 – 16h00, on Saturdays from 09h00 – bins, the spokesperson said that “The municipality 13h00 and is closed on Sundays. has had discussions with farmers about the problem
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‘n Nuwe politieke party is onlangs op Franschhoek gestig. United Franschhoek Valley soos die party heet gaan slegs in wyke 1-4 aan die verkiesing deelneem. Gordon Pheiffer, ‘n voormalige speaker van die Stellenbosse stadsraad, is tot partyvoorsitter verkies. Volgens Pheiffer gaan die party hom gedurende die 2016 plaaslike verkiesings toespits op die behoeftes van die Franschhoekvallei se mense. Die party gaan hom ook beywer vir die hersiening van die munisipale grense
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La Motte stands out at 2016 Drinks International Wine Tourism Awards
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Commended by the international judging panel for its standout entry, variety of experiences as well as the thought and detail behind its offering, La Motte Wine Estate has again been acknowledged by the Drinks International Wine Tourism Awards for Best Food and Wine Matching Experience. This is the third time La Motte has won this prestigious award after also receiving top honours in 2013 and 2015. The La Motte Tasting Room and the estate’s Pierneef à La Motte restaurant offer a comprehensive Food and Wine Experience introducing guests to an array of experiences – from dedicated food and wine pairings to thoroughly researched Cape Winelands Cuisine to an innovative introduction of food and wine via the extended tourism offering on the estate, such as a Chef ’s Table, Vintage Wine Tasting, Classical Music Concerts, Historic Walk, Guided Hike and Sculpture Walk. Some of the seasonal experiences tailored around food and wine include a daily harvest tasting and an evening to tour, taste and talk the harvest during the pressing season,
a celebration of Sauvignon Blanc inviting guests to taste blending components before pairing Sauvignon Blanc with the cuisine of Chef Michelle Theron and a winter’s Evening of Vintage Wine and Venison, to name but a few. “We are passionate about sharing food and wine culture in a manner that both entertains and educates”, says La Motte CEO, Hein Koegelenberg, “and we are both delighted and honoured by the international acknowledgement.” The Drinks International Wine Tourism Awards aim at recognising the estates that successfully implement wine tourism to support their main focus of wine making. www.la-motte.com 021 876 8000 C
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La Motte CEO Hein Koegelenberg celebrates the estate’s acknowledgment as Drinks International Best Food & Wine Matching Experience with Cellarmaster Edmund Terblanche and Chef Michelle Theron.
Phillemon Hlungwani presents twin exhibitions at Grande Provence & Circa gallery Sunday, 6 March to Monday, 28 March 2016 “From Giyani to Alexandra – the journey continued”, an exhibition by Phillemon Hlungwani consisting of monumental charcoal and pastel drawings and a series of etchings, opens on Sunday, 6 March at The Gallery at Grande Provence in Franschhoek, running concurrently with a mirror exhibition at Circa Gallery in Rosebank, Johannesburg. “Phillemon Hlungwani is one of South Africa’s most celebrated and sought after artists with a burgeoning international reputation, which is unusual for such a comparatively young artist,” notes Trent Read, director of The Gallery at Grande Provence and curator of the exhibition. Hlungwani has been working for the last two years on an extraordinary body of work that focuses on the people and landscape of his village in Limpopo and that of Alexandra Township where he moved to as a young adult. “This is an exceptionally powerful and beautiful exhibition by perhaps our finest draughtsman ever,” adds Read. Phillemon Hlungwani’s work forms part of private and public collections worldwide, including the Irma Stern Museum (UCT), Norman Borlaug Institute for International Culture (Texas), Rand Merchant Bank, The South African Reserve Bank, Standard Bank Gallery and the UNISA Art collection. His art education includes a sojourn in New York awarded by the Ampersand foundation in 2009, and to date he has exhibited his work locally and in London.
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For more info please contact T 021 876 8630 or E gallery@grandeprovence.co.za For accommodation enquiries, phone 021 876 8600 or e-mail ownerscottage@grandeprovence.co.za Main Road Franschhoek PO Box 102 Franschhoek 7690 Western Cape South Africa www.grandeprovence.co.za
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This wine shows pale hues which belie the capture of intense, primary fruit. Reductive winemaking has led to a richly textured, natural, balanced verve; laced with notes of capsicum passion-fruit and a classic, zingy finish. Bring this feature to GlenWood for a 15% discount on this fantastic summer wine! Cellar Price: R90 per bottle
Ingredients: Spinach Chives Cream Gelatine (4 leaves) Trout caviar Salmon trout
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Smoked Salmon Trout Terrine: Mille feuille of smoked Franschhoek salmon trout terrine, chive mousse, pickled onions and fried capers. Served with Lavash (thin unleavened flatbread)
Method: Blend the spinach and chives into a fine paste. Squeeze all the liquid out. Whisk cream to soft peaks stage. Combine with spinach and chive paste. Put in fridge to semi-set. Using cling wrap, line a bread tin with enough wrap to fold over the terrine once the tin is full.
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This wine shows a typical Franschhoek Chardonnay character, with lime and lemon fruit, and cashew nut in the background. This flavour profile, together with a lower alcohol level, is fresher and more refreshing than in other years. The wine has ample finesse, with a lingering after-taste of green apple. Excellent with caviar, snails, carpaccio pâté, crayfish (Cape rock lobster), prawns, mussels, perlemoen (abalone) and creamy cheese. Cellar Price: R110 per bottle
Chicken & Stock: Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, 5 whole cloves, 1 Tbsp. coriander seeds, 2 bay leaves, 5 sprigs thyme, 12 cups water, 300 g salted ham, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 4 cloves garlic Method: Place chicken and spices in saucepan and add water. Bring to boil and simmer for 5 min, skimming surface. Add remaining ingredients and simmer until chicken is tender. Remove chicken from broth and cool. Flake chicken meat. Remove ham and cube. Strain broth and reserve for stock. Pie: Ingredients: ¼ cup butter, 1 onion – chopped, 2 cloves garlic, ¼ tsp ground cloves, ¼ tsp ground coriander, Salt and ground black pepper, ½ cup cake flour, ½ cup preserved lemon rind chopped, 3 Tbsp. chopped parsley, 5 boiled eggs, sliced, 400 g flaky pastry, 1 egg, beaten Method: Preheat oven to 200 °C (400 °F). Heat a saucepan
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Soak 4 gelatine leaves in water. Add trout caviar and 2 more table spoons of water. Pour the caviar into the base of the baking tin and put in the fridge to set. Once set place your first layer of salmon trout on top. Keep alternating layers of green mousse and salmon trout until the baking tin is full. Fold over the cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight before serving.
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and brown 2 Tbsp. butter. Add onion, garlic, ham and spices and sauté for 5 min. Add remaining butter and flour. Cook over low heat for 5 min. Whisk in 4 cups stock and add lemon, parsley and flaked chicken. Add more stock if sauce is too thick. Season and pour mixture into dish (20 x 20 cm, x 10 cm deep). Layer egg slices on top and cool. Roll out pastry on a lightly floured surface and place over the chicken pie mixture, making sure the pastry covers the top of the pie and touches the sides of the dish. Brush the pastry with beaten egg and make a small incision in the centre of the pastry to allow steam to escape. Bake for 20-30 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown. Pierneef à La Motte Tel: 021 876 8000 Email: pierneef@la-motte.co.za
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Send your answer to: tatlercompetition@gmail.com. The winner will be Who is the new acting municipal manager at Stellenbosch Municipality? informed by return mail before 15 March 2016. Prizes have to be collected from the Franschhoek Info Office before end March 2016 or be forfeited.
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On and Off Course The two French Golf Groups mentioned in my previous column have come and gone – delighted! Many of the participants are planning to return to play Pearl Valley and Arabella and base themselves in Franschhoek. I was asked if there were 9-hole courses they could discover, as being French, time for long lunches is a priority, especially around Franschhoek. The Theewaterskloof golf course is rated one of the top nine-hole golf courses in South Africa by the SA Golf Digest. There spectacular views of the Franschhoek Mountains across the Theewaterskloof Dam provide the perfect scenic backdrop for enjoying the pleasant challenge of the course. Near the famous Arabella estate is a 9-hole coastal golf course in the village of Kleinmond. The immaculate condition in which the course is kept, complemented by an abundance of wild life and the natural beauty of the surrounding Cape flora, as well as the breathtaking mountain and sea views, ensures an unforgettable experience. The repeat customers, now no longer a group, but either four balls or individual couples asked for a quaint B&B near, in or around Franschhoek. Having recently visited and met owner Marc, I am delighted to offer the charm of La Cabrière Country House. The French will immediately recognize the French Provencal-style main house surrounded by
its perfectly manicured lawns and gardens. Superior and standard rooms are attached to the main house. A detached cottage offers three very luxurious rooms with their own fireplaces and individual terraces. However the ‘Pièce de Résistance’ for the golfers is the quite splendid putting green, brilliantly designed and fitted into the splendid gardens, which Marc advises are the result of his talented wife’s skills. I lament that there isn’t a driving range in Franschhoek and it is Marc that tells me about a quirky venue on high ground above La Cabrière. Quirky indeed! I find a single tee mound – golf balls presented in the traditional pyramid format. Any one taking advantage of this unusual setting will be firing golf balls over a field, full of elegant cows, backed by Middagkrans Mountain. Memorable also is the signage stating the rules of the practice range. These are: • All rules are made on an ad hoc basis by the Committee • Children are welcome • There is no dress code • Silence is not necessary • There is no need to speed up play • Please replace your divots unless large enough to register on a separate title deed • Cows and sheep have right of way • All plum orchards are out of bounds • Anyone hitting a ball into Franschhoek Pass Winery will be rewarded with a selection of premium wines from the estate • Enjoy the view These are followed by the height above sea level and a reminder that the wind always blows at the practice range.
Putting green at La Cabrière Country House
Bovine spectators at the tee mound
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Guardian angels for Leeu House
Mohandas Gandhi by Anton Momberg
Nelson Mandela by Egon Tania
Two of the greatest leaders of the 20th century, Nelson Mandela and Mohandas Gandhi, now provide a statuesque presence in front of Leeu House. Truth, fairness and the aim to attain unity and harmony bind them as they stand guard on the front lawn. For Indian industrialist and founder of Leeu Collection, Analjit Singh (BAS) these two personalities were an obvious choice. “I have always believed it wise to have an elder in the room. When you look up to someone or something, it inspires humility, and brings a spirit of guidance.” “Mandela and Gandhi were two of the greatest leaders in human history, the values they espoused, preached and lived by – truth, social justice, equality, dignity for every form of life, respect for environment, leading by example, selflessness, tolerance, non-violence, democracy and empowerment of the weak – is a message that will always remain relevant and more so in the world of today, which has been torn apart by destructive conflicts, political expediency and deep-rooted biases. Here on the lawn they are like father figures watching over all of us, reminding us of the good values that they taught and lived by.”
Gandhi was sculpted by Anton Momberg. The lifesize figure stands upright notably wearing his iconic dhoti and trademark spectacles, with one hand holding a book. There is a humility and quietness about the pose that allows one to imagine what it might have been like to be in his presence and reflects Gandhi’s non-violent, yet revolutionary philosophy. Egon Tania’s Mandela in bronze personifies Nelson Mandela, both in physical precision as well as symbolic importance. Mandela stands wearing his traditional patterned shirt. With the open chair the artist hopes to invite the viewer to interact with the sculpture. Life-size in scale, the figure’s gaze is focused and engaged, and deliberately eye-level with the viewer. This reminds one of Madiba as a man of the people: humble, affable and accessible. A slight smile also serves to reference the insight, wisdom and warmth of the man we all recognised and loved. According to BAS individuals should be able to reflect when interacting with these two pieces of art. “People should be reminded of the sacrifices these two leaders made and the highest ideals that they lived by.”
Wines fit for presidents Two wines from now Franschhoek-based Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines were served to French President Francois Hollande at a luncheon in New Delhi on India's Republic Day, 26 January. The wines were the Mullineux Syrah 2013 and the Mullineux White 2013. Hosted at prominent Indian industrialist, Analjit Singh’s residence in Delhi, Hollande was on a threeday visit to India attending the country’s colourful Republic Day parade as guest of honour. The lunch was attended by the who’s who of India, including politicians, business people, actors and socialites. Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines was voted Winery of the Year 2016 by the annual Platter’s South African Wine Guide. The 2013 Mullineux Syrah, with its perfumed, fresh flavours, texture and spice, complemented the starters perfectly. The main course was served with the 2013 Mullineux White. Fresh and full-bodied, with spicy and floral aromas, this wine is an ideal match for spicy Indian cuisine. Two French wines were also served at the luncheon. BAS, as Analjit Singh is affectionately known in South Africa, made history when he became the first Indian investor in wine tourism in South Africa in 2013 by becoming a partner in the award-winning Mullineux Family Wines, now Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines. Leeu Collection, BAS’ hospitality venture, today comprises three five-star boutique properties: Leeu Estates, a 17-room country house retreat and boutique winery (opening June
President François Hollande and Analjit Singh enjoying Mullineux & Leeu Family wines during India’s national day celebrations.
2016); Leeu House, an exclusive 12-room hotel in the heart of Franschhoek village; and Le Quartier Français, a romantic 21-room hotel also located in the village. (Singh means lion in Sanskrit, which is leeu in Afrikaans.) This project started as a personal journey for BAS when he was captivated by the Western Cape’s exceptional beauty and vibrant energy during a trip to South Africa for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Soon afterwards, his company acquired Klein Dassenberg farm in the Franschhoek valley, which he originally intended to be a family home. But then, the seeds were planted to transform it into a worldclass hospitality and winemaking destination, thus as his business portfolio in South Africa grew, Leeu Collection was conceptualised in addition to his partnership with Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines.
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Cellar Chat Mark Tanner How could one fail to feel a little delicious affection towards Felicity Jones as Catherine in Jane Austin's Northanger Abbey? How could one not return dreamy eyed from a spin in a 1960s Jaguar XK 120? How could one not achieve total relaxation listening to Mozart's clarinet concerto in A Major – with a glass of wine of course? They are all classics of their kind and so the wine in the glass should also be a classic. How do we recognise a classic wine though? With wine being so subjective we all doubtless have our own ideas on the matter. One can be won over by the multitude of decorative stickers on a bottle that offer promises of great things inside. Or one could embark on a journey into the mystique of wine and discover not only something superior, but a wine with a background of specifically chosen terroir and of carefully researched vinification methods. In short: a formula to produce a wine of genuinely outstanding proportions. I recently visited Elgin and met with wine fundis Richard Kershaw and John Seccombe. John rents tank and warehouse space and sources his grapes from carefully chosen vineyards. He and other local vignerons approach winemaking with both passion and cellar technology that is innovative yet not novel. Their wines are snapped up eagerly. Richard Kershaw has quite simply tasked himself
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with making the best Chardonnay on the planet. He is part magician and part genius. As a result of his clonal research his Chardonnay is not only exported to France but to Beaune – the varietal’s hallowed home. It would seem that he is on the right track. His followers will be delighted to know that the recent fires did not influence his production. His latest newsletter states, “I am also fortunate that none of the vineyards that I take fruit from were affected”. Elgin, the home of cool climate wines, offers an experience second to none. I had the feeling that Elgin's producers know each other to a degree where they can 'wink, wink, nudge, nudge' while maintaining their production secrets. Many of them have worked seasons around the world and their combined skills are evident. Down the road in Bot River Niels Verburg at Luddite smiles wickedly as he pours a glass of his 2012 Saboteur, a classic Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Cabernet blend, obviously designed to sabotage the competition. Made with a minimum of techno interference, as the name Luddite suggests, this is a wine to remember. It proudly joins the ranks of those wines made according to the 'nothing added, nothing taken away' principle. Still further down the road, away from Elgin in Walker Bay, I sampled Ataraxia's Serenity – a perfect name for a perfect wine from Kevin Grant. Again the mystery factor appears as the various blending components are undisclosed. Never mind. It's what's in the bottle that counts. If you can find a bottle that puts you in mind of a pretty young actress, and blows wind through your hair as you recall the haunting strains of Mozart, you have found your classic wine.
What’s brewing on Huguenot Street?
The interior of Tuk Tuk Microbrewery
Tuk Tuk Microbrewery on Huguenot Street opened its doors to the public for the first time on 18 February. The brewery, a Leeu Collection offering, is micro and authentic in the true sense of the words. Tuk Tuk brewery has a fermentation capacity of 4 000 litres with eight 500-litre fermenters that are fully temperature controlled for optimised fermentation control and lagering. It has one temperature controlled open fermenter for atmospheric fermentation and yeast harvesting, as well as one 2 000-litre cooled water tank that contains the brew water, regularly supplied from the Leeu Estates’ mountain spring. Another four 500-litre bright beer tanks will contain the finished product ready to be served on draft or manually filled in kegs. The interior design of the brewery has an industrial feel with a vaulted ceiling, exposed brick and sandblasted walls with copper and stainless steel service pipes running overhead. The brewery was constructed by Kaspar Schulz from Bamberg, Germany, a company with over 300 years of experience in brew system fabrication. Patrons can sit indoors around the microbrewery and watch fine craft beer being brewed or outdoors on bustling Huguenot Street, where this copper microbrewery is sure to become a new landmark. At the Tuk Tuk ‘Taqueria’ guests can tuck into fresh, authentic Mexican food (think nachos, ceviche, and tacos) prepared by Oliver Cattermole, executive chef of Leeu Estates and Leeu House.
Six CBC beers are on offer, namely the CBC Lager, CBC Harvest Lager (seasonal) CBC Mandarina Bavaria IPA, CBC Oktoberfest Beer (seasonal), CBC Imperial IPA, CBC Pilsner, CBC Amber Weiss, CBC Krystal Weiss and CBC Red Weiss (seasonal); while four exclusive, handcrafted Tuk Tuk branded beers, a Lager, Weiss, Dunkel and Pale Ale will be released later this year. Beer lovers can sample the tasting menu of three brews, enjoy a tasting of six or spice things up with the T&T, a tequila and a spicy tomatino shot, followed by a cooling half-pint of lager. “Tuk Tuk is a very nice little brewery on steroids, especially when it comes to technological advances and energy savings,” says Dewald Goosen, brewmaster at Tuk Tuk. Before taking on the reins at Tuk Tuk Dewald was a senior brewer at CBC. “The choice of ingredients is the first step to creating exceptional craft beer,” says Dewald. “Our bespoke brews are made from carefully selected local and imported hops and malts, specially cultured yeasts and crystal clear spring water, regularly sourced from Leeu Estates’ mountain spring. “We will be creating new benchmarks by experimenting with different ingredients and custom batches and we are eager to welcome you to our little gem of a brewery and invite you to be part of a truly immersive experience.” The Tuk Tuk Microbrewery is open TuesdaySunday, 11h00-22h00. info@tuktukbrew.com | 021 492 2207
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Android Platter South Africa’s favourite wine guide – the Platter’s Guide to South African Wines – recently released the Android version of its app. (The app is also available on iOS.) The Platter’s App lets users access the current edition of the wine guide's ratings of 8 000-plus wines, filtered by producer, grape variety, vintage and more. The app enables users to learn about wines produced in South Africa within minutes by simply using its labelscanning technology. Wine enthusiasts can also read and share reviews, allowing them to track their ratings and keep a favourites list; share wine finds with friends on social media; access all producer information; find nearby wineries and much more. The app also contains bonus content – Platter’s wine ratings from its 2008 edition right up to the latest edition, which means that wine aficionados will be able to access knowledge about a wide range of South African wines. The Platter’s App for Android and iOS is a free download from the Play and iTunes app stores; however, users need to subscribe for R175 to receive a full year’s access to the data. www.wineonaplatter.com
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Grande Provence Wine & Dine Collaboration dinners The Grande Provence Wine & Dine Collaboration dinners return in April with their popular monthly dose of wine and food indulgences. For the third consecutive year, the dinners will be hosted once a month at The Restaurant at Grande Provence. Each evening will focus on a particular wine theme to showcase the best of Grande Provence alongside fine renditions from other celebrated producers of the evening’s chosen variety or blend. Winemaker Karl Lambour will be joined by a vibrant group of winemakers who will share the stories and personalities behind their wines. Grande Provence’s Executive Chef, Darren Badenhorst, will tailor the menus to match the unique flavour profile of each individual wine. After an unforgettable evening of fine wines and outstanding food, The Owner’s Cottage at Grande Provence offers luxury accommodation for visitors who would prefer to settle in and extend their visit. Be sure to diarise and book early for these Wine & Dine Collaboration dates: • 29 April – Chardonnay (De Morgenzon, Newton Johnson Vineyard and Iona Vineyards) • 27 May – Pinot Noir (Catherine Marshall Wines, Shannon Vineyards and Snow Mountain) • 24 June – Cabernet Sauvignon (Le Riche Wines, Teddy Hall Wines and Thelema Mountain Vineyards) • 29 July – Shiraz (Oldenburg Vineyards, Lismore Estate Vineyards and De Trafford Wines) • 26 August – Red Blends (Beaumont Wines, Joostenburg Wines and Morgenster) • 23 September – White Blends (David & Nadia
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Classique and Champagne Dinner) The Wine & Dine Collaboration dinners take place at The Restaurant at Grande Provence every month, starting at 19h00. The cost is R695 per person. restaurant@grandeprovence.co.za | 021 876 8600
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Give the blues the boot by uncluttering your home Depression and anxiety currently affects one in every five South Africans. It’s a debilitating state of mind which can seriously affect an individual’s quality of life. One way to support a healthier mental state is by being in an organised and welcoming office and home environment. Wilmi Hudsonberg, spokesperson for Pharma Dynamics – a leading generics firm specialising in treatments for depression and anxiety, among others – says clutter can play a significant role in how we feel about ourselves. Messy homes and office desks leave us feeling anxious, helpless and overwhelmed. “There is a significant body of evidence, which proves the link between depression and a cluttered environment. One such study was conducted by researchers at the Princeton University’s Neuroscience Institute which found that when your environment is cluttered, the chaos restricts your ability to focus. The clutter also limits your brain’s ability to process information. “However, if you are suffering from chronic depression even the most mundane tasks can seem insurmountable, let alone the mammoth task of uncluttering your home or office. But, making an effort to get organised could help you progress quicker to some sort of normality. “By creating a soothing home and organised work environment your body automatically releases dopamine, serotonin, melatonin and oxytocin – all the feel-good hormones that heal depression,” says Hudsonberg. Here are her interior suggestions to help create a more balanced and relaxing environment at home: Firstly, get rid of all the clutter. It’s often not about how clean your house is, but rather about what you face when you walk in the door every day. Think of the unpaid bills lying around, dishes in the sink, toys strewn all over the house and piles of washing – all are constant reminders of everything that still needs to be done. Involve your children by getting them to unclutter
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Tatler Motoring Michele Lupini
Who’s the BOSS? Car news doesn’t get much bigger than this – the all-new Hilux meets the reworked Ranger. South Africa’s biggest-selling Toyota Hilux has just been replaced and the recently re-made Ford Ranger is the only vehicle to have really tested it of late. There’s a battle royale brewing, so we lined up the all-new R547K Hilux 2.8 GD-6 4x4 Raider Auto with the recently refettled R566K Ford Ranger 3.2 4x4 XLT Auto. They both look good. The Ford’s giant XLT chrome grille looks the part, while the Hilux gives little away. Opposite in style to the Ford, its chrome grill is perhaps a little more subtle and the headlights are more angular – you could even say that the Toyota is for once more daringly styled… Both bakkies boast really cool cabins. The Ford’s avant-garde dash is more chiselled than the curved and
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gentle Hilux and each has a different combination of analogue and digital instrument panels and multimedia you’d normally expect from a BMW or a Merc – the bakkie tech war really is alive and well! Head out on road or range and the 147kW 440Nm 3.2-litre 5-pot Ranger has a bit more power and a little less torque than the Hilux’s new 130kW 450Nm GD four-pot. We’ve always liked how that big five-pot delivers its output and none of that has changed, but the improvements to Ranger’s chassis certainly have made for a better quality, smoother drive and ride. The Hilux also runs very well and its chassis tweaks bring it right up to scratch – perhaps it’s even ahead in some aspects – but there’s very little to choose between these two. Both pull a 3.5ton trailer and both are backed by capable dealer bodies eager to relieve you of well north of half a million for a one-ton bakkie. However, the brand new Toyota is cheaper than the Ford remake and that has a certain allure. But which is best? There’s so much to weigh up between these two that it’s difficult to make a qualified call. It’s an interesting tussle, but who the boss is here is actually up to you. Now enjoy making the call!
First full season for Giordano
Teenage Franschhoek racer Giordano Lupini started his first full season of circuit racing in the Monroe Racing RSA AutoNews VW Golf 1 in the opening round of the WP Bold Marine GTi Challenge
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Hospice News
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Wow, what an evening and what a party! The Hospice Hop, held on 12 February, was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended and danced the night away. The band, “Uncorked”, entertained the guests with feet tapping music that kept everyone on their feet dancing and singing away. The staff and volunteers transformed the NGK Hall into party mode. The delicious finger supper was made possible by generous donations from Three Streams, Bread & Wine and the Hospice staff and volunteers. Boekenhoutskloof kindly donated the wines for the evening. The Soft Machine rounded off the evening with delicious flavours of ice cream in cones, thoroughly enjoyed by all. Thank you to the Uncorked band and NGK for making this possible and helping us raise R22 000. This evening was such a success that by popular demand we are planning another at the end of July. Date to be confirmed. Thank you Trish Heywood for the wonderful photographs and to Hospice staff and volunteers for your time and dedication. Our HESP Forum was held on 17 February and was well attended by all networking partners. Our guest speaker Petra Burger, Disability Project Coordinator from HPCA, who gave a talk on Sexuality and Disability.
MTB race proceeds for eye care
Sister Nadia, Sister Susan, Tiana and guest speaker Petra Burger.
The 14th annual Lions Club/Porcupine Ridge MTB Race was held on Saturday, 30 January 2016, at Bridge House. The Scenic Route went through several farms, forestry areas and over Matoppie. Once again the event was a huge success. Proceeds from the event go to the Lions Club's ‘Sight First’ project. Through this project the Lions Club pays for eye screening for both young and old in the community and also for cataract surgeries, if required. In the photo right are FLTR Inge Hoffmann of Porcupine Ridge
Probus Club Julie Mitchell Uncorked band members: Reg Lascaris, Lusapho Mytobile, Sherlin Swartz, Rowan Smith, Matthew Gordon, Oliver Dressner, Doug Gurr and Nick Davies
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Our next meeting is on Monday 7 March, at Franschhoek Cellars 12h30 for 13h00. It is the clubs AGM. What is Probus all about? In South Africa there is a rapidly growing number of Probus Clubs, which offer retirees the facility to manage successfully the transition from high pressure executive, professional and other vocational activity to a calmer way of life. This is achieved through these valuable features of membership: • Opportunities to extend compatible social
Uitgevat vir Valentynsdag!
gemeenskap – hierdie jaar en élke jaar!!! Dit gaan nie ongesiens verby nie. Ook vir Penny (Sharesa Arendse) wil ons dankie sê want sy gaan werklik die ekstra myl! 12 Maart is Franschhoek se gesogte Potjiekosdag. ACVV verkoop drie heerlike potjies naamlik beesstertpotjie, kerrie-afvalpotjie en ‘n hoenderpotjie. Die koste is R80 elk en kaartjies kan by Riana Pretorius gekoop word. Kontak haar by 021 876 2670 of 078 803 6751. Sien jul daar! Opwaarts en voorwaarts tot volgende maand!
The Franschhoek Tennis Club was a very busy place on 27 and 28 January 2016 as volunteers from SCORE, the NGO that operates the Franschhoek Valley Sports Centre, were being coached in tennis. Many had never been on a tennis court and so could chalk up a new life experience! The volunteers, who have now returned to the various sites around South Africa where they volunteer, will be starting projects to get tennis development off the ground in their communities. The training days were made possible with financial support from the Franschhoek Tennis Club and technical advice and support from tennis coach Marianne Grobler. The Community Centre was built by Hope Through Action with the aim of improving the opportunities
contacts and maintain an interest in the topical issues of the day. • Positive attitudes to ageing nurtured by group recreation and the sharing of information on issues of concern to Senior Citizens. • Support in grief and illness. • Speakers at monthly luncheons who provide a fresh mental challenge, and stimulation. • Probus is a-political and non-sectarian. • We are mindful of the fact that costs are an important consideration. Membership fees, therefore, are kept to a minimum; while monthly luncheon costs vary. Probus is not a Service/Fund Raising organization. If you are interested in joining or just wish to come along to any meeting please contact me on 083 303 333 5.
Volunteers are put through their paces by the tennis coaches
of children in the local communities through sport and other activities. The Franschhoek site was opened in March 2015 and has proved very successful. www.hopethroughaction.com
Rotary News
Karate talent thrives Franschhoek’s martial arts success seems to know no bounds. Not only will five Franschhoekers be representing Boland in the National Kick-boxing Championships in Pretoria on 30 April and 1 May, three of them along with assistant coach Caleb Howard and resident instructor, current world champion and national coach, Chris Ensil, have qualified to represent South Africa at the 18th KSISAS Karate World Championships in Germany in July 2016. Sensei Chris Ensil says: “Although each member of the national team would welcome financial assistance to help make their dreams come true the focus is currently on Joshua Daniels who might have to miss this opportunity because of a dire lack of funds.” Both Corné Johnson and Joshua Daniels represented South Africa at the 17th KSISAS World Karate Championship in Sun City in 2014 and came home with a Bronze medal each. They will be hoping to improve on their performances this time round in Germany. Should any readers be able to make a contribution towards the overall cost of R26000 for this trip please contact Monika Vermeulen at Medicare EMR on 021
Wines, Jaco van Zyl and Gert Mans, prize winners from Stellenbosch, and Janine Kolesky of the Franschhoek Lions Club.
Tennis club supports tennis development
Ronelle Pinard Februarie is die maand van liefde en ons Groendenne tannies én omie Jan het Valentynsdag terdeë geniet, danksy Penny en Juliana wat dit vir hul so aangenaam gemaak het! Aangesien ons artikel nie verlede maand in die Tatler verskyn het nie weens ‘n tegniese foutjie wil ek tog nog steeds die volgende plaas, alhoewel ietwat laat! Die ACVV bestuur en personeel wil graag elke donateur hartlik bedank vir hul bydrae tot die kersgeskenke wat ons aan ons gemeenskapskinders kon uitdeel! Die NG Kerk was weereens so fantasties met die Skoenboksprojek vir Kersfees en ons is baie dankbaar vir jul betrokkenheid. Baie kinderhartjies was aangeraak deur hierdie gebaar! Ook ‘n groot dankie aan Juliana Grobbelaar vir haar onvoorwaardelike liefde en opoffering vir die kinders van hierdie
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Mark Tanner A local hiking fellowship enjoyed a hike in Hawequa forest above Wellington. The route took the hikers to Buffet Olives where Rotarian John Scrimgeour of the Rotary Club of Franschhoek Valley led the group in an olive tasting. The outing ended with an enjoyable lunch at Cascade Manor. For more information on local Rotary activities please contact Mark Tanner on 082 7739217 or go to www.rotary-franschhoek.com
Front FLTR: Corné Johnson, Kyra Kummer and Joshua Daniels. Back FLTR: Caleb Howard and Resident Instructor, current World Champion and National Coach, Chris Ensil have all qualified to represent South Africa at the 18th KSISAS Karate World Championships in Germany in July 2016.
876 4316 or email: info@medicare-emr.co.za. Anyone wanting to make enquiries or join karate training in Franschhoek should please contact Sensei Chris Ensil on 083 505 0808.
Top to bottom, Ben Astfalck, Kristen Bier, Corné Johnson, Kyra Kummer and Joshua Daniels have been included in the Boland Kick-boxing squad to compete at the National Championship in Pretoria on 30 April and 1 May.
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Letters info@franschhoektatler.co.za Lunchtime forex blues Franschhoek is rightly famed as an international tourist centre, so why do the banks make it so difficult to change foreign currency? On 26.01.2016 I visited Franschhoek Nedbank at 12 noon to change pounds sterling into rands, and after queuing for a long time I was told that the man who changes money was taking his lunch break and would not return for at least 30 minutes. I then went to Standard Bank and was told they could not change money as “the system is broken” and had no idea when it would be repaired. I went across the road to ABSA bank and after more queuing I learnt that the cashier who changes money had gone for lunch. I suggest that the various bank managers should cooperate with each other to ensure that their currency exchange staff stagger their lunch breaks, and every bank should also display a notice saying when these lunch breaks will be taken, and where and when an alternative currency service is available. Yours, John Burton Victoria Village, Reservoir Street, Franschhoek
More dog problems Dear Dog Lovers, I am so happy to see so many dog lovers walking their dogs in our beautiful town and seem to be keeping the streets clean as well. May I now ask you to become lovers of human beings as well. There are many guest houses in the centre of town and the majority of our visitors come here to have a peaceful and quiet stay. Is it really necessary to walk your dogs through the town and have all the dogs barking and waking our guests. There are vast open areas in Franschhoek which would be ideal for walking your dogs and having your own exercise. Let’s see if dogs and humans can share this beautiful town peacefully. Kind regards, Alta Malherbe
Pedestrian crossings Dear Editor If anyone has any influence with the municipality, can we please try to get the chevrons (in the main road, surrounding the raised intersections) painted a colour other than white? Despite being at a 45˚ to the kerb, numerous people
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Franschhoek Wedding Showcase – 16 April 2016 It’s where wedding dreams become a reality. Offering picture-perfect and, without a doubt, most romantic settings, find out why Franschhoek is one of the world’s favourite wedding destinations at this year’s Franschhoek Wedding Showcase to be held on Saturday, 16 April. Tailor made to suit any bride’s budget Franschhoek has it all – exquisite views, world class venues, fine food and award-winning wines. The showcase will feature all that romantics at heart need to make that special day extra special. A centralised venue at The Franschhoek Cellar will give visitors the opportunity to meet a selection
Franschhoek Tatler (South Africans & tourists) seem to think they are zebra crossings. I have seen dozens of people gleefully step out into the traffic expecting to safely cross the road. This has led to some brake-stomping moments to avoid hitting someone. The chevrons should be painted yellow or red to prevent serious injury or worse. Regards Bill Stemp
Old Crocks Tour Dear Siegfried, Perhaps some members of the Franschhoek community might be interested in our story. My vehicle, with me as driver, and usually at least one other vehicle carrying a Franschhoeker or two, have been doing trips annually into the more remote parts of Botswana and Namibia for over 34 years (with the exception of a few years when we went to Madagascar and Zanzibar to celebrate various anniversaries). It has always been difficult finding travelling companions with the right combination of interest, appropriate vehicle, compatibility and time. In recent times things have settled down however and we now have the nucleus of a good team. For this year’s trip we are doing a fairly ‘tame’ trip – wilderness destinations are not that easy to find anymore unless you are cosseted in some larney lodge with rose petals scattered in your bath! We are basically just driving up through the middle of Namibia, into the Caprivi Strip (no that’s not a sleazy night club in Woodstock) and then down through Chobe, Savute, Moremi, Maun, Lekhubu and the Khama Rhino Park. Nobody poaches their rhinos, because the army guards them. As time passed we have all naturally grown older and a bit more decrepit. In putting this trip together, during which we will mostly be camping, I suddenly realized just how decrepit we had become. Out of the six of us in three vehicles, one person has had a stroke, from which he has largely recovered, and has had both knees replaced. His travelling companion had a double by-pass in November. Another vehicle has as its driver someone who had a spare kidney fitted some years ago and now takes a handful of pills; his travelling companion is a delightful, nutty, creative type and, as far as I know, absolutely fine. The last vehicle has the oldest member as the driver and, with the exception of losing his big toe nails after a gorilla tracking trip, is in fine nick, but his travelling companion has had four hip replacements. It should be a whole heap of fun and perhaps just illustrates the forbearance of the human spirit! Graham Howes
of wedding suppliers. These include venues, dress designers, wineries, photographers and much more. To ensure a stress-free day for you and your guests make use of Franschhoek’s unique online wedding registry. This allows the bridal couple to select wedding gifts from specialist shops and wineries in the valley. Not only is Franschhoek the most romantic wedding destination, but it is also the ideal weekend getaway. Use this weekend to relax and unwind, and possibly arrange to visit Franschhoek wine farms and other properties that specialise in weddings (by appointment only). The showcase will be open between 10h00 and 15h00 and the entrance fee is R80 per person. Tickets are available from www. webtickets.co.za or on the day at The Franschhoek Cellar. For more information contact Franschhoek Wine Valley on 021 876 2861 or office@franschhoek.org.za or visit www.franschhoek.org.za.
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Editor’s Letter Siegfried Schäfer Dear Readers I recently had the opportunity to observe activity on the Franschhoek Pass for about three-quarters of an hour. What I expected would be a rather tedious time turned out to be far more interesting than I anticipated. Most of my observing was done near the Jan Joubertsgat Bridge where, thankfully, I could park in the shade as it was another of those sweltering summer days – of which I’ve now pretty much had my fill! Regular users of the pass will know that it carries a wide variety of traffic – from skateboarders with death wishes to articulated heavy goods vehicles and pretty much everything in between. One of my early observations was of a truck carrying two tanks stating that they were filled with ammonia. I don’t remember much of high school chemistry, but I do remember that ammonia in most forms is nasty stuff. (A quick Internet search reminded me that the gas is flammable under certain conditions and highly toxic when inhaled. Ammonia also causes severe tissue burns and eye damage and is very toxic to aquatic life; well, actually most life.) I couldn’t help thinking that I don’t want to be anywhere near that truck should something go wrong and felt a palpable sense of relief as it disappeared around the next bend. As was to be expected heavy goods vehicles of all descriptions passed by regularly, almost always followed by a tailback of cars – all searching for elusive opportunities to overtake. One frustrated driver in a small hire car attempted to overtake a truck just on the Franschhoek side of the bridge, but had to give up the attempt and settle back into his temporarily-vacated position in the tailback when he realised the little car didn’t have enough power to successfully pull off the manoeuvre. The larger trucks had me drawing mental pictures to figure out whether they would be able to negotiate
the pass’ hairpin bends without occupying both lanes of the road. My, admittedly very unscientific, conclusion was that anything with 6 or more axles – possibly even 5 – definitely would have to use both lanes on some bends. Not exactly a safe situation for oncoming traffic... yet it is completely ignored by traffic authorities. On a non-traffic related note I couldn’t help noticing a substantial stand of highly invasive Hakea sericea on the mountain slope above the bridge; previously I have only encountered them on the opposite side of the Du Toits River. The Franschhoek Pass unfortunately seems to rapidly be becoming a corridor for the spread of nearly every nasty invasive plant found in the Western Cape. In addition to pine trees, eucalypts and the aforementioned hakea, black wattles and port jacksons are also rapidly spreading along the pass. Back on the road I saw two provincial traffic police vehicles pass by in short succession. Great, I thought, province is doing a bit of law enforcement on the pass. My happiness was short-lived though when on my way back to Franschhoek they passed me again, going in the opposite direction. Moments later I saw a helicopter had landed on the helipad in the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve and the penny dropped: the traffic police were only there to regulate traffic for filming that must be taking place somewhere on the pass! Almost back in the village I was passed by four heavily camouflages SUVs heading up the pass. I couldn’t tell whether these vehicles were going to be taking part in the filming, or just happened to be on a test drive in the area. If I were a betting man I’d have wagered some money that they were face-lifted BMW X6s, or perhaps X4s – there’s not enough auto camouflage in the world to hide the weird body shape of those vehicles! Although I spent less than an hour observing activity on the pass I came away with a renewed sense of just how multi-faceted a stretch of road it is. Whether your experience of it is deeply frustrating or food for the soul, it is unlikely to ever be boring. Until next month
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Olympic values in action
The Certificate Ceremony of a Training Programme in Coaching Development and Olympic Value Education took place on 15 January 2016 at the Franschhoek Town Hall.
With 2016 being an Olympic Year all focus will be on the athletes, but behind every athlete there are good coaches. For this reason the Franschhoek-based Foundation for Sport, Development and Peace in collaboration with the International Olympic Committee’s Commission for Public Affairs and Social Development through Sport, United World Wrestling and the MOD Programme of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport joined hands to offer a specialised Training Programme in Coaching Development and Olympic Value Education for 54 selected coaches of the MOD Programme from all districts of the Western Cape. The MOD Programme of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is active at more than 181 disadvantaged schools in the Western Cape and is a well-known massification of sport and recreation programme and focuses on afternoon activities, outside of school hours during the peak of the ‘youth at risk’ period. Motivated and empowered coaching staff lies at the heart of the success of the programme and for various reasons a need exists to up-skill and train coaching staff. The Foundation for Sport, Development and Peace‘s activities include capacity building, community development and M&E. The foundation’s vision is Development and Peace through Sport and the application of Universal and Olympic Values of respect, fair play, friendship, joy of effort and excellence to advance the physical, social and economic development and wellbeing of our communities and to contribute to the understanding and promotion/advancement of sport as a tool for development, social change and peace.
The Coaching Development and Olympic Value Education Training Course took place from 10 to 15 January 2016 in Franschhoek, led by international facilitators from Lesotho, Ivory Coast, Mexico, Germany as well as South Africa. Vincent Aka, three times Olympian and Mpho Madi, the SA bronze medallist in Wrestling at the Commonwealth Games, as well as David Lopez, United World Wrestling Regional Development Officer for the Americas and Advocate Phelane Phomane, IOC/OVEP Facilitator were amongst the experts working with the group of coaches under the auspices of the Foundation for Sport, Development and Peace. This unique Training Programme and the Olympic Values Education Programme for coaches was applied to the MOD Programme context so that it is of direct value to coaches and youth. An emphasis was also placed on the sport and development context of sport and recreation in South Africa and the Western Cape and a self-assessment exercise and training needs assessment was conducted in parallel with the course. Dr. Marion Keim Lees, the Chairperson of the Foundation and Member of the International Olympic Committee ‘s Commission of Olympic Education said she hopes for the Foundation to organise many more such courses in South Africa in future. The course participants, from nine districts, said that the course benefitted them tremendously and taught them how to apply the Olympic Values a of friendship, respect and excellence using sport as a tool in learning the moves of Wrestle Right. info@foundationforsportanddevelopmentandpeace.com
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Global Investment Angle
Black business indaba initiated by Stellenbosch mayor
Dawid Botha
Allianz: Height with Roots The commodity and stock markets are currently under pressure for various reasons. This is a problem at the moment, but yet not a crisis. However, there are many risks that need continuous evaluation. Investors often think that a risk-free strategy is to avoid disaster areas, like commodities and oil, and invest in well-known, secure companies that are household brands with low business risk like pharmaceuticals and food companies. This is commonly referred to as a ‘flight to safety’. Unfortunately this strategy could come with other risks as certain ‘safe’ companies with well-known brands like Reckitt Benckiser, VISA and Nike are intrinsically expensive with share prices that are priced for perfection. The risk with this is that when these ‘safe’ companies under perform the drop in share price can be substantial and lead to a permanent reduction in capital. I remind readers of two companies, Yahoo and HP, which in 2000 were stock pickers’ darlings before the wind left the sails. I don't forecast a repeat of what happened to these companies, but they do illustrate what happens when things go wrong and lofty ratings get chopped. In the current market environment the trees (companies) that grew the most in the last couple of years without the necessary root system were the first to fall in 2016. I have written before that companies like LinkedIn, Tesla Motors and Twitter were extremely vulnerable. The roots refer to intrinsic valuation factors like price-to-cash flow and price-to-earnings ratios. My investment process is to buy trees that grow strongly, with roots that support this growth. This process works well for us. It takes skill to find the right balance between the tree height and the roots as one cannot see the roots, but the critical point is that buying trees without roots could lead to severe losses in a blink of an eye. For example, LinkedIn’s share price halved in one week in early February, due to results not meeting expectations and because there were no roots to start with. A company that has a good balance between height and roots, and that is in the global portfolio, is Allianz. Allianz listed on the Berlin Stock Exchange in
March 2016
HP share price since the tech bubble burst
Yahoo share price since the tech bubble burst
1890. Today the company is one of the world’s largest insurance companies serving 85 million clients in 70 countries. Allianz is separated into three segments: property-casualty insurance, life/ health insurance and asset management. The property-casualty segment is the largest in the world and one of the top three fastest growing companies in this field. The life and health business is the fourth largest globally. The asset management business with €1746 billion of assets under management (30 September 2015) is the fourth largest asset manager in the world. This segment does business under the Allianz Global Investors and PIMCO brand names. Allianz has a market cap of €62 billion. The company’s shares trade at a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.4, an expected price-to-earnings ratio of 8.95 and a price-to-cash flow ratio of 2.4. The company’s earnings grew at an average of 6% per year and the average return on equity was 10.4% over the last five years. The dividend policy determines that Allianz pays 50% of earnings to shareholders and therefore the dividend yield is a solid 5.1%.Intrinsically Allianz is inexpensive, with strong underlying operations and roots. In the current volatile international market environment it is a lower risk investment. It will still be subject to market risk and therefore investors should always invest with a long term horizon.
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When people become successful, they often become selfish. “Successful business people often do not want to share their success by helping others,” said wellknown chef Reuben Riffel at a black economic indaba held at the chambers of Stellenbosch Executive Mayor, Conrad Sidego on 4 February. “We need to support each other by exchanging ideas and using each other’s products and services,” Riffel said. He was one of about 20 people – entrepreneurs and politicians – who attended the meeting. “We all know that there is a great divide between people in this town. To combat inequality, we need to think innovatively about opening up economic opportunities to all our residents,” said Sidego. “With this initiative I want to create a platform for further discussion and to establish a way forward. Two of the issues identified at the indaba, was municipal red tape that makes it difficult to establish a business and lack of land ownership. Sidego said that the meeting was called in the spirit of “hoping that people will take charge of their own destiny.” The indaba was chaired by Mr Solly Fourie head of the Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism. Riffel said there are there are many black people who overcome challenges to become successful. “But there is no fast way to success. One has to start at the bottom and work your way to the top. You cannot start a business without knowledge of that which you want to do. I would love to be part
Chef Reuben Riffel with Alderman Conrad Sidego, Executive Mayor of Stellenbosch, and entrepreneur Ilse Ruthford
of an organisation where we can all look out for each other.” He said that tourism is “the future”, but its potential is often neglected by entrepreneurs and the authorities who do not always recognise the possibilities in this field. Stephanie Nieuwoudt
BP Franschhoek fuelled by solar power
Solar panels on the roof at BP Franschhoek
With environmental awareness increasing and the price of electricity continuously rising BP Franschhoek decided to install a solar photovoltaic (PV) system in July 2015. The Tatler caught up with the owner, Tommie Eigelaar, to find out more about the system. Tommie says that BP’s system, which was installed by Emergent Energy, consists of one hundred 300W solar panels connected to two Schneider Electric Inverters – a 10 kWp unit and a 20 kWp unit. The system also features monitoring equipment that shows how much council-supplied energy vs solar energy is consumed in any period. It even breaks this information down further to show the energy mix used by the filling station separately from that of the tenant, thus allowing for highly accurate billing of the tenant. The system will produce 47 938 kWh annually that, Eigelaar says, will result in an approximately R40 000 saving during the first year of operation. Every time
the electricity price increases his rand savings also increase, thus exponentially increasing the savings over the 25-year lifespan of the system. In addition to the monetary savings there is also an environmental saving of 51 tonnes of carbon emissions annually. The system was financed with an asset loan from Nedbank substantially reducing the capital outlay for the client. As the full cost of the system can be depreciated over three years it has also created a significant tax saving for BP Franschhoek (50% in year one, 30% in year two and 20% in year three). Tommie says that he decided on Emergent Energy because they offer a one-stop service – from a free pre-feasibility assessment through to installation. They even provide connections to financial solutions through their contacts with major banks. (BP’s system was financed with an asset loan from Nedbank, thus reducing the capital outlay required.)
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Financial Matters Celia McGuinness
SARB Hikes Interest Rates by 0.5% The South African Reserve Bank in late January announced an increase in interest rates to 6.75% pushing bank lending rates over 10% in an inflation targeting move and possibly in an attempt to stem volatility and weakness in the South African Rand. On the back of the interest rate hike the ZAR strengthened with USDZAR dropping from 16.40 down to 15.51 and GBPZAR falling from 23.50 to 22.17 currently. The higher interest rates will serve to keep foreign investors invested in our local markets (at least in the short term) via an improved 'yield play' and the risk premium associated with investing in South Africa. We'll have to see how this plays out in the medium to longer term as the economy is under severe economic strain with growth subdued and South Africa possibly heading into recession. So while we've seen the Rand strengthen and a number of economic commentators (and politicians) applauding the move one thing is certain: The rate hike is not going to improve economic growth! South Africa is in an extremely tricky position right now as it faces the following challenges: Slow (and recessionary) economic growth (which technically requires interest rate cuts), and
Let the Lawyer Handle It Graeme Falck
Liar, liar! Employers: May you use a polygraph? Many employers are confused as to whether or not our labour laws allow the use of “lie detector” testing in disciplinary investigations and/or other processes like selecting suitable candidates for promotion. In a nutshell, the answer is that our courts seem generally prepared to take polygraph test results into account in determining the probabilities of any investigation, but with important provisos: 1. The applicant or employee must consent to the testing. Take advice on drawing up a comprehensive consent form to ensure its admissibility in court should that be necessary. 2. The process must be ‘fair’ and in line with all our labour laws. 3. Use an expert who can, if necessary, confirm the validity of the test results. 4. Our courts have consistently treated polygraph testing with considerable caution, to the extent that it is unlikely to be accepted in isolation as sufficient evidence of dishonesty – ideally it should be corroborated or supported by other evidence. The examples below illustrate. Promotions Prevention being better than cure, it is worth pre-screening for honesty/integrity all employees applying for promotion. If you decide to incorporate polygraph testing into your screening process, make sure that you don’t rely solely on it. In an important Labour Court case two employees applied for promotion to managerial posts, but were denied promotion when they failed a polygraph test. Finding for the applicants, the Court held that the employer “committed an unfair labour practice relating to promotion in relying exclusively on the result of a polygraph test to determine the honesty of the candidates” in the absence of any other information confirming dishonesty. Dismissals Similarly, a recent Labour Appeal Court judgment involved the dismissal of two workers who were part of a crew handling cigarettes in a dispatching
Franschhoek Tatler High inflationary pressures (which requires interest rate hikes). SARB have chosen the latter as their short term priority, but this would clearly have an impact on economic growth thus increasing the risk of South Africa officially going into recession resulting in a credit downgrade and large scale forced disinvestment leading to a further weakening of the Rand.....and so on. Every decision has consequences and the above is a highly likely medium to long term outcome from these interest rate hikes. Any ZAR strength will likely be short lived and represent an opportunity to buy foreign currency at favourable exchange rates as growth will slow on the back of interest rate hikes and the knock-on effects on the economy and country as a whole could be significant. Inflation is expected to average 6.8% in 2016 and 7% in 2017 and to peak at 7.8% by the end of this year and into 2017. Even the outlook for core inflation (which excludes food and energy costs including petrol) has deteriorated. It is now expected to breach the target range for four consecutive quarters from the third quarter of 2016, peaking at 6.4% by the yearend, in response to exchange rate and wage pressures. At the same time SA’s growth outlook has deteriorated further. The bank has downgraded its GDP forecast and is now expecting growth to slow to 0.9% this year before accelerating to 1.6% in 2017, compared with 1.5% and 2.1% previously estimated. It is certainly going to be an interesting and difficult year ahead. warehouse. After a series of thefts, they were suspected of involvement and agreed to undergo polygraph tests. They were the only two workers (out of a crew of eight) to fail the tests. That, and their poor performances as witnesses at both the enquiry and the arbitration, led to their dismissal. Their dismissals were reversed on the basis that no misconduct had been proved. Not only was there was no other persuasive evidence to support the test result, but the employer had not produced any expert evidence “to establish the cogency of the concept of a polygraph nor to establish the technical integrity of the process”. Polygraph evidence, held the Court, should not be considered without expert evidence “of its conceptual cogency and the accuracy of its application in every given case”. So be sure to use a suitable expert for any such testing. The bottom line Only use polygraph testing – supported by expert evidence – to support your case, not to prove it.
Business Leadership Tony Frost
So who are the aardvarks in your organisation? I spend a lot of time in the bush. Every year I have the amazing responsibility of taking people into the bush – no tents, running water or electricity. The greater the diversity of the group, the richer the experience. This is a huge privilege! Sadly there is not much real wilderness left. We don’t take them into the bush for game viewing although this does inevitably happen. Our primary reason for these visits to the wilderness is to expose them to the powerful teaching that nature has to offer, if they open their senses to all the possibilities. We have seen some people make truly dramatic changes to their lives and lifestyles as a result of their bush experience. Our focus with most groups, which are mostly executive or business teams, is on leadership, teamwork and how to manage the knowledge in the team. It is remarkable how poor most people are at mining the information and knowledge that exists in the heads and life experiences of those around them. When one thinks about this it is actually this ability that has kept us alive and thriving over millennia. There are multiple reasons why we don’t do this. Unfortunately space does not allow us to unpack these. Suffice to say we would be much better off as people and a species if we did this a lot better and more regularly. However, what we have done instead is to master the reinventing the wheel and not learning from history. In the bush most people are not very knowledgeable and so survival, let alone ‘thrival’, depends to a huge extent on the ability of the team to tap into and learn from each other in a true spirit of cooperation and support. Now, a key element of really effective leadership is exactly this skill. Leaders should practise this every hour of every day because clever effective leaders learn how to tap into the expertise and knowledge of
17 those that they work with. This is the richness that is abundantly available for those that make the effort. The other big advantage of following this course of action is that the leader’s colleagues and subordinates feel so validated and affirmed by the fact that they are being asked to make a real contribution for the greater good instead of only completing instructionand directive- driven tasks day after day! And then there is teamwork. Nature can teach us so much about the power of the team; and we have so much to learn! We usually stop and question what people see when we come across an antbear (aardvark) hole. Few people have an exact idea what they are actually looking at. However as a result of the questioning process and because of the pressure we put on them to examine the surroundings and to take cognisance of every little detail in the surroundings the team always (eventually) arrives at the conclusion that this hole was made by an antbear. It is the miniscule minority who have ever seen a live antbear. And yet so many species are dependent on this ubiquitous, and yet virtually invisible, creature. It is estimated that some 40 different species use their holes for shelter, breeding, protection and much more. These range from leopards to snakes to geese to warthogs. The questions that always arise from this experience is, “Who are the aardvarks in your organisation?” Who are those indispensable, but invisible, people that keep things running smoothly, without much notice or recognition or acknowledgment? Usually in organisations these are the ‘little’ people: Receptionists, pickers and packers, long distance truck drivers, accounts clerks, the admin team and many others. Leaders would do well to spend some time talking to these people. They will be astonished to find out how much these people know about the organisation that the leader doesn’t but should know. The power of leadership rests within the power of the leader to affirm and recognise that his or her strength does not come from within but mostly from all those who he has the power to lift up to achieve beyond their dreams.
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Gardening in March Natie Ferreira The last month of summer is here! How I long for some autumn rain. Our precious garden plants are barely hanging on and agriculture is taking a serious beating in this drought. We are used to dry summers in our climate, but last season’s low winter rainfall followed by the intense, dry heat has turned this into one of the worst droughts in history. Borehole and dam levels are lower than ever before and tight water restrictions are the order of the day. This obviously makes writing this month’s article quite a daunting task. There are a myriad of garden tasks waiting to be done, but for most of those we would prefer some rain first. So I am going to play the pessimist and assume that we will not have any significant rain until after Easter weekend. Our focus will be on damage control and survival. Like I have said in previous articles – stop watering the lawn immediately. It will not die and that water is much too valuable – rather use your allocation on the vegetable garden and your fruit trees. All trees appreciate a deep soaking at this time of year. Form a shallow dam around the root area of the tree and let a hose run until the dam is full. Repeat after the water has soaked away. This is also a good opportunity to apply a deep mulch over the roots. If some rotten kraal manure or coarse compost is used for this, it should sort out all feeding requirements of the trees well into spring. The same goes for roses. I would highly recommend turning of the irrigation system in the rose garden and applying a similar method with individual rose bushes. March is a big pruning month. Summer flowering shrubs can be pruned to shape after flowering. Most other plants also respond well to an autumn pruning, just leave your winter and early spring flowering shrubs like Azalea and Camellia alone. Evergreen trees ought to be pruned to allow more sunlight into the flower beds in winter. It is sometimes better to get the professionals in to do this, especially if your big old oak trees need some attention as well. Tree surgeons are normally quite busy during winter, so it is best to get them in as soon as possible. Leave the fertiliser bags alone until the first rain. We will talk about this next month. Roses should be rather special this month with the flush often better than in spring. Deadhead regularly and keep up with your spraying program until after flowering. The bushes can also be given their last feed by the end of the month. Mark roses that you want to move in winter – I know my memory gets quite short trying to remember which rose is which when
Franschhoek Tatler the flowers have gone. In the vegetable garden you can start with the sowing of brassicas for winter. Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and kale can all be sown in seedbeds for later transplanting. It is still a bit too early for peas and broad beans, but the year round crops such as carrots, radishes, beetroot and lettuce can be sown directly into the ground. Wait a bit with the winter cover crop this year, but prepare the beds so long. I always want to be ready should we get a confident forecast of rain. Harvest tomatoes, beans and peppers regularly to ensure a continuous crop and prevent disease. Citrus trees must be watered well. Be careful to remove all fallen fruit underneath apple, fig and pear trees. March is a big harvest month. I can’t keep up with the constant stream of tomatoes ripening. The fridge is full, all canning bottles are full, the pantry and every other shelf in the house is full and it keeps on coming. We are sure going to eat a lot of tomato-based meals this winter. To preserve tomatoes, I simply layer them (often whole) in large pots with a sprinkling of coarse salt between the layers. I then boil them until the tomatoes are soft, blitz them with a stick blender and reduce the sauce down to a thick-ish consistency. A good dash of olive oil prevents the sauce from boiling over. Bottle hot and sterilise the bottles or simply freeze in yoghurt or butter containers.
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Plant of the Month Frankie Brookes
Spathiphyllum - Peace Lily Originating from South America, spectacular spaths (also known as the peace lily or sail plant) are a wonderful, easy-going addition to any décor – whether you’re a seasoned houseplant gardener or new to the whole houseplant thing. With just a little care and attention, they’ll reward you with beautiful year-round flowers and foliage just about anywhere you place them. Peace Lily is one of the best plants for indoor gardening, as it is undemanding of light and care. This is one of the best plants for improving air quality indoors. It has one of the top removal rates of toxins such as formaldehyde, ammonia and carbon monoxide from tainted indoor air. Place your peace lilies just about anywhere you’d like in your home – they’re a decorator’s dream! Care Instructions Bright light, but no direct sun. Will tolerate low light but may bloom poorly. This plant grows naturally in high humidity and
warmth. Keep soil evenly moist. Use a pot with a drainage hole to prevent soggy soil, which can cause root rot. Feed monthly in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser diluted by half.
Rainfall Figures Measured at La Cotte/Nerina Street for periods indicated mm/year 2003
824
2004
709
2005
916
mm/month
Dam Levels
2014
2015
Month
Accumulative
Month
Accumulative
January
69
69
20
20
February
5
74
11
31
March
76
150
6
37
As at 18 January 2015 Steenbras Upper
78.0%
Steenbras Lower
53.5%
2006
884
2007
1153
April
50
200
11
48
Wemmershoek
57.1%
1217
May
120
320
58
106
Voëlvlei
28.7%
June
260
580
166
272
Theewaterskloof
54.2%
July
135
715
190
462
August
162
877
89
551
Berg River Dam
56.0%
2008 2009
978
2010
740
2011
830
September
64
941
41
592
2012
1079
October
13
954
11
603
50.8%
2013
1471
November
72
1026
41
644
1033
December
7
1033
17
661
Total Storage This Time Last Year
2014
Total Storage
84.2%
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Book Review Charlotte van Zyl
Housekeeping
with Rian and Fiona Coetzee, owners of Franschhoek Tyres Rian, you worked on electronic projects all over the world, how did you come to own a tyre business? Well, it was just an opportunity that came across my path. I really enjoy new challenges and the tyre business provides ample new challenges every day! Fiona, you are very knowledgeable about the tyre business, how did you learn it all or did you know it before? I knew very little. The previous owner, Oom Johnny, was so helpful, he stayed with us for the first month every day from 08h00 to 17h00 and then ‘held our hands’ until we were up to speed! Rian you were a city boy from Johannesburg and Fiona you are a British girl, was it difficult to adapt to village life in Franschhoek? It was difficult for both of us, but having the tyre shop has enabled us to start building relationships with the people in Franschhoek and given us the privilege of becoming part of the Franschhoek community. Do all customers understand the difference between wheel alignment and wheel balancing? Which do you attend to and why is it important? Not always. We can help with both, but a car has many parts and it is not always easy to identify problems. To put it simply if your car ‘shudders’ at certain speeds it is most probably wheel balancing – it is important to have your tyres balanced to avoid damage to both your tyres and your shocks. Wheel alignment is important to optimise the wear of your tyres – it is a complicated process which is unique to each car type. In short; if your car shudders come for wheel balancing if your tyres are wearing unevenly or the car is pulling come for wheel alignment! Is it difficult to sustain your business during the off season? So far, no. We have only experienced a slight slowdown in the winter months; this creates an ideal opportunity for our staff to take their holidays! Describe your dream customer.
One who is happy and smiling after we have helped them! Why do you place emphasis on building relationships? In life we sometimes forget that life is about relationships – it is not about making money!! What happens to old tyres? The government has a scheme – REDISA – we pay a levy for every new tyre we buy and then they come and collect the old tyres for recycling. You are very community spirited. What is our biggest challenge in the Franschhoek community? The challenge is to make people aware that they do not need to do much to make a big difference – the secret is for everyone in the village to do something. Every little thing helps and before you know it, together we have made an enormous difference. Do your children live with you? What are they doing? We have four children, two boys and two girls – they are all grown up and so we are home alone!!! Ruan is the oldest – he is married and works as a mechanical engineering inspector on the mines in the Northern Cape, Juan is a trainee chef, Aimee works in the tyre shop with us and Bethany, the youngest, is in her last year at Cape Town University studying Business Science.
Marilynne Robinson Publ: Picador. 219 pages The name of Marilynne Robinson caught my eye when I read that she was Barack Obama’s favourite author. Subsequently there was a two-part discussion between the author and the President in the New York Review of Books in which they discussed her ideas on religion, poverty and American history as expressed in her “Gilead” trilogy. This was following the recent publication of “Lila,” the final book in the trilogy. I have subsequently read the three books; all set in the tiny, one-horse town of Gilead in rural Iowa and featuring the life and love of Reverend Ames and his beloved Lila. I found it an enriching experience. I can recommend the trilogy, but I am going to review Robinson’s very first novel “Housekeeping”, published in 1980. The reason for this is that I think this book is an excellent introduction to the later books. “Housekeeping” was an instant success when it came out and went on to win a string of prizes. It is immensely readable and it shows why there were predictions that Robinson might become an important American writer. A warning: for those of you who don’t enjoy novels set in rural America and/or prefer light, fast-moving narratives, Marilynne Robinson is not your author, nor will her novels be amongst your favourites. This is serious stuff, and it requires time and focus. But the rewards, to my mind, are enormous. The first rave review in the New York Times set the tone of the subsequent reviews. The opening lines of the review are “Here’s a first novel that sounds as if the author has been treasuring it up all her life, waiting for it to form itself. It’s as if, in writing it, she broke through the ordinary human condition with all its dissatisfactions, and achieved a kind of transfiguration.” When I read the first page it struck me immediately that she indeed seemed to look at life from a different perspective, putting relationships and families in a new transcendental context. The book is not about housekeeping, as one might expect. It is about impermanence and transience. The main characters are Ruth and Lucille, two young orphaned sisters, and their aunt Sylvie, who looks after them. They have a history of neglect, being passed on from one part of the family to another. Before Sylvie they were looked after by two aged maiden aunts who provide some comic relief
through their stereophonic dialogue as they worry about the weather, the state of the wooden house and the conduct of the girls. Sylvie is a true transient; she seldom removes her coat and sometime sleeps in the car. All her stories are set in trains and bus stations and feature people she met only once. Her anarchic ways are at first quite attractive to the rebellious girls, but they soon begin to understand how she is alienating them from the conservative, but caring, community. The physical setting is conducive to transience. Fingerbone is one of those towns that is “chastened by an outsize landscape and extravagant weather.” It lies on the banks of an enormous lake that was the scene of a horrendous accident, when a train crashed through the wooden bridge and plunged into the dark waters. The lake not only claimed the life of the girls’ grandfather, who was the conductor, but also later of their mother who drove her car into its depths. She simply left a box of Graham crackers on the porch and told them “to wait.” As the story unfolds the girls indeed wait, until the older sister, Lucille, rebels against the oddball aunt and leaves home. Ruth, who tells the story in the first person, much like Scout, the narrator of “To Kill a Mockingbird”, is a preternaturally wise child, who at first allows herself to be manipulated by Sylvie but then collaborates with her sister in finding a solution for their predicament. What happens after is inevitable, but shocking in its simplicity. Robinson’s use of poetic prose, almost Biblical in its stateliness, conjures up images of light and dark, cold and heat, water and snow and loneliness and momentary happiness. It is quite unlike anything else in modern American literature. One can see why she had won the Pulitzer Prize and the attention of President Obama.
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Leopard's Leap Cooking Classes – ticking all the boxes! The new Leopard’s Leap Cooking Classes programme will delight the foodie in you and inspire the hesitant cook to explore some new culinary territory. These classes are a wonderful way for food enthusiasts to fine-tune culinary skills, introduce new techniques and ingredients and to stimulate kitchen creativity. Chef Pieter de Jager invites you to join him, fellow chefs, passionate suppliers and even food bloggers in the Leopard’s Leap kitchen for a jam-packed programme. During the hands-on classes Chef Pieter explains ingredients, demonstrates techniques and encourages participants to prepare the recipes themselves. After the cooking session, participants are invited to relax and indulge in their own cooking crafts – all beautifully paired with Leopard’s Leap wines as recommended by Leopard’s Leap Cellar Master, Eugene van Zyl. Classes are repeated to offer a morning class with lunch or evening class with dinner and take approximately three hours. Presented from the state of the art kitchen, classes can accommodate twentytwo enthusiasts at individual cooking stations with their own stove and utensils. The chef ’s every move can be followed on big screen television sets while printed recipes serve as guidance on the day and when trying the newly acquired skills at home. Programme: MARCH – Ticking all the boxes with Franschhoek Trout Seasonal, sustainable, locally sourced and very versatile – Franschhoek Trout ticks all the boxes. Celebrate the beauty of this delicate and delicious fresh water fish with the celebrated local Three Streams Smokehouse and try your hand at preparing trout in all its forms – cured, smoked, grilled… • Thursday 3 March, Morning class and lunch • Friday 4 March, Evening class and dinner APRIL – Palatable Pink One of the Pantone colours of 2016, is PANTONE 13-1520 Rose Quartz, a delightful shade of pink that echoes the pretty blush of the Leopard’s Leap Chardonnay Pinot Noir. To show that pink can be more than pantone – it can also be perfectly palatable! – Chef Pieter teams up with celebrated food bloggers, Lizet Hartley (Melkkos & Merlot) and Carey Erasmus (BitsofCarey). Each of them will be guiding guests through a different course, from savoury to hearty to
HARVEST TIME at Mont Rochelle! sweet. All dishes are inspired and will be beautifully complemented by the Leopard’s Leap Chardonnay Pinot Noir. • Thursday 14 April, Morning class and lunch • Friday 15 April, Evening class and dinner MAY – Perfecting Pastry Buttery but delicate, crumbly but structured, savoury or sweet, traditional or fashionable, perfecting the art of pastry is no easy task. Renowned for her skills in the pastry kitchen, Chef Vicky Gurovich of neighbouring Pierneef à La Motte restaurant will share some secrets to sharpen your skills and inspire your repertoire of cakes, desserts and pastries. • Thursday 5 May, Morning Class and lunch • Friday 6 May, Evening Class and dinner JUNE – Winter in the Winelands Seasonal cooking at its best. Chef Pieter introduces the flavours, textures and atmosphere of winter in the Winelands with steaming ‘waterblommetjies‘, hearty stews, slow-cooked splendours and many more. • 2 June, Morning class and lunch • 3 June, Evening class and dinner Morning classes start at 10h00 and evening classes at 18h00. Classes cost R650 per person and reservations are essential – confirmed by upfront payment at least a week in advance. cooking@leopardsleap.co.za | 021 876 8002
Franschhoek joins the parkrun family
Franschhoek parkrun will launch with its inaugural event on 12 March at 08h00 at Rickety Bridge Wine Estate. Bruce Fordyce and the parkrun SA team, along with all the awesome parkrun tourists will be there. Whether you run or walk - come and join us. It is going to a fun morning! Rickety Bridge is a pram and child friendly venue and the super excited team is looking forward to welcoming you.
Remember to give yourself enough time to park and be ready for the start. The parkrun movement organises free, weekly, 5km timed runs (or walks) around the world. All parkruns are open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in. Make every Saturday morning at 08h00 a date at Rickety Bridge. www.parkrun.com
Richard Pratt Arts Franschhoek has cast its spell on another artist. Richard Pratt opened his own gallery in the Fabriek Nationale complex at the end of January. Joburg-born Richard moved to the UK with his parents at the age of 9. Although he completed his GCSE and A levels, with fine art as a subject, he originally envisaged a career as music producer. That is, until he realised that he did not want to spend all his working days in front of a computer screen. Richard attempted to study fine art in the UK, but the courses didn’t offer what he was looking for, so he opted to develop his craft through practical learning and experience. “Art lets me explore a vast territory of knowledge while being able Untitled work in oil by Richard Pratt 1m x 1m to play with all the theory in In every painting I explore both ends of the tonal a creative way. For me it’s a never-ending game of scale, from the darkest darks to the lightest lights. learning”, he says I feel this creates a much more interesting visual The first six month after his return to South dynamic.” Africa in February 2013 Richard spent learning The opening of Richard’s gallery is another step from established artists – much like the classical in the transformation of Fabriek Street, which is masters and apprentices. In August 2013 he opened fast beginning to develop into a creative corridor a stall at Root44, the popular indoor market near with an edgier, more industrial feel than the village’s Stellenbosch. After a very successful run of 2 years, main road. Creative businesses in the area, in during which he sold more than 150 paintings to addition to Richard’s gallery now include a pottery both local and international buyers, he decided it studio, a picture framer, a dance studio and a sofa was time to exchange the rowdy crowds of the manufacturer. market for the relative calm of Franschhoek. If the sales during the gallery’s opening event are The works in Richard’s gallery are varied, ranging anything to go by Richard is set to repeat his Root44 from abstracts and portraits to city scenes and success and make his own unique contribution to wildlife studies. There are common threads though. Franschhoek’s growing reputation as an art destination. His paintings reflect spaciousness, a mysterious atmosphere and a subtle luminance. “I love contrast. www.richardprattarts.com | 072 658 6740
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March Calendar 3, 17, 31 March Summer Sounds with singersong writer Nuka Venue: Haute Cabrière Time: 17h00 to 19h00 Booking: restaurant@cabriere. co.za or 021 876 3688
5 March Cassical Music Concert: Odeion String Quartet Venue: La Motte Historic Cellar Time: 19h00 Cost: R170 pp Booking: Angela 021 876 8000 or concerts@la-motte.co.za
10, 24 March Summer sounds with guitarist singer Morné Meyer Venue: Haute Cabrière Time: 17h00 to 19h00 Booking: restaurant@cabriere. co.za or 021 876 3688
Hard 17 March Sculpture Walk and Talk Venue: La Motte Time: 18h00 to 20h00 Cost: R80 Booking: Angela 021 876 8000 or reception@la-motte.co.za
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Backgammon Club Meets All welcome. Own board not required. Venue: Taki’s Place. Time: 19h00. Info: Graeme Oliver - graeme @ poachedrhino.org or 072 815 8209
Franschhoek Methodist Church Sunday service 09h00 – all welcome. Rev Nuno Vergueiro 021 872 3580 or 082 662 4509. Contact person: 021 876 2510 or 083 287 5756
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BOOK BINDING AND BOOK REPAIRS. Contact John 021 876 4129 or john@thearmchair explorer.co.za RIAPOOLS is this area’s premier pool maintenance company. For advice please call: 072 347 5355 BOOK KEEPING SERVICES: For small businesses. Income and expenses, cash book, petty cash on Pastel up to trial balance. Call Robyn Kadis 072 999 8581. GARDENS: Pruning, tree removal, paving, landscape services and gardens. Call Myles Agar 083 279 7960 Email: myles@franschhoekwildhoney.co.za Relax! Let RIAPOOLS bring the sparkle back to your pool. Call: 072 347 5355 TONER CARTRIDGES: Laser toner cartridges remanufactured to industry standards – perfect quality for half the price. For a quote and sample please call Barbara on 084 400 4544 or email your cartridge details to greenchameleon.spaanderman@gmail.com MAILBOXES: Postnet Franschhoek. R495 per year. Limited number still available. No “junk mail”. Phone: 021 876 3025 / Email: franschhoek@postnet.co.za EXCESS BOOKS? Shelves creaking, moving house or just thinning out your collection? Contact John Hicks 021 876 4129 LOOKING FOR THAT SPECIAL BOOK and can’t find it? Call John at the
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Armchair Explorer, we will source it for you. Contact John Hicks 021 876 4129 FLOOD LIGHTS: Six 400W Mercury vapour flood lights for sale. R500 each. Voetstoots. 082 391 5327 PET-SITTER/HOUSE-SITTER/ CARETAKER: I am a responsible, mature woman who adores animals. I can also supervise domestic staff, pool/garden maintenance, car care, etc. You can trust me with your precious pets & belongings. Franschhoek only. Contact Sue at 083 270 9555 PLEASE CONSIDER ADOPTING a rescue dog/puppy, cat/kitten. There are so many that need homes. Phone or e mail Annette 021 876 3155 info@thegardenhouse.co.za HOUSE SITTING SERVICE: Reliable non-smoker will take care of house and pets (dogs, cats, birds). References available. Contact Hannah. Cell: 082 773 8494 Email: jwsch@live.com
PET-SITTER / HOUSE-SITTER / CARETAKER: I am a responsible, mature woman who adores animals. I can also supervise domestic staff, pool/garden maintenance, car care, etc. You can trust me with your precious pets & belongings. Franschhoek only. Contact Sue at 083 270 9555 JOB WANTED: Hi, I’m Kepton from Malawi. I am looking for a job as a domestic worker, gardener, painter and more. I have a CV with contactable references. Please call me on 084 656 8091. KITTY NEEDS HOME: Seeking a loving home for a sweet, 2 year old, male cat. He is white with black markings. The kitty is affectionate, gets on with dogs and cats and loves people. 083 270 9555 HOUSEKEEPER: My name is Mbambo, Malawian. I’m looking for a full-time or parttime housekeeping job. I have three years’ experience. For more contact 074 5100 976.
MATURE LADY with lots of experience with children to look after one girl in the afternoons Monday to Thursday. We require own reliable vehicle to pick up child and take to activities. Then home for home work supervision. Some cooking and occasional babysitting may be required. Please contact Georgia 083 463 0392
DOMESTIC WORK: I’m looking for a job as domestic worker. I have 6 years’ experience. Call me, Zoleka Yalwa, on 078 4777 600.
ASSISTANCE OFFERED: I am a caring, friendly, older woman who can assist you in your house, guest house, shop or office. I can run errands or drive you around. Available afternoons,eveningsorweekends.0832709555.
CHAUFFEUR WANTED: I need a driver to take me 3 or 4 times per week to Cape Town. Derk Blaisse. 082 564 9285
HOUSEKEEPER: I’m Zinako Zamani (nationality: South African). I’m looking for a job as a housekeeper. I have experience. For more information please contact me on 073 957 2767.
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Franschhoek / R27 million “Le Petit Verdun� Private Estate. Are you looking for that rare gem that offers you privacy, quality, views and easy access to the village then this private estate is ideal? Comprised of two substantial homes, a separate 1 bedroom guest cottage, staff accommodation and a large storage/barn building. A very versatile property not to be missed. Shelly Schoeman 083 301 8833 Ref# KW1162475
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Bantry Bay R6.2 million
Bantry Bay R6.2 million
Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 4 This double storey executive home.
Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 4 This double storey executive home.
Melanie 082 658 0071 / Myrna 082 443 8417 Sebastian 082 658 0071 / James 082 443 8417
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Melanie 082 658 0071 / Myrna 082 443 8417 Sebastian 082 658 0071 / James 082 443 8417
Office: 021 876 2100 / winelandsint@pamgolding.co.za
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Franschhoek / R3.5 million
Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 / Contemporary thatch. Offering the discerning buyer a home of quality and class. North-facing mountain views and a spectacular garden.
Vacant land in security estate. A magnificent +-4000m2 vacant plot situated in the secure Fransche Hoek Estate. Surrounded by mountain views and indigenous fynbos.
Doug 072 610 7208 / Jeanine 082 410 6837
Doug 072 610 7208 / Jeanine 082 410 6837
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Franschhoek / R2.6 million
Bedrooms 2 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 1 / Charming cottage located in the secure, vineyard estate of La Petite Provence. Comprised of an open plan lounge, dining room with wood burning fireplace and kitchen. This is the perfect full time or holiday cottage.
Vacant erf in Franschhoek village. One of the last vacant residential plots in the famous village. A brilliant opportunity to design and build your own home on a large +-1249m2 residential plot.
Doug 072 610 7208 / Jeanine 082 410 6837
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