TAVERN REVIEWS
RN NDADE’S TAVE e shep
Owner: Nkoane Mat
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How did you get into the liquor trade, and what challenges do you face in this industry?
What are your top-selling liquor brands? I sell lots of Castle Lite and Black Label beer. Johnnie Walker Red, Bells, Black & White and Ballantine’s are also favourites.
My parents sold liquor for many years when I was growing up. As soon as I was able to purchase my first home, I opened my own tavern. My main challenge has been the crime in my area. I have been affected terribly by it. I employ two security guards at a rate of R200 per day to ensure that my customers are always safe. I am also a teacher by day, but I have an assistant manager that runs my tavern for me during the day until I take over in the evening.
What do you think sets your tavern apart from the rest? My prices are reasonable – I make sure that I keep it that way – and my pool table is a big hit. It is always full and my customers love it. Do you have future plans for your business?
What role has Club 10 played in the success of your business? They have assisted me by making my tavern more attractive. I have only been a part of Club 10 for about six months,
Mr Nkoane Matshepe
JAM ALLEY TAVERN
My wish is to expand my entire tavern and make it much bigger, especially my storeroom. I want to supply liquor to the smaller taverns in future as well. Location: 11146 Machuisa Street, Bloemanda, Bloemfontein
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Owner: Michael M
How did you get into the liquor trade, and what challenges do you face in this industry? I was still working for a boss and wanted to make an extra income. I started with R1 000 and one case, then two. My business grew very slowly, but I was finally able to build a bigger space and start my tavern. I got my liquor licence in 2006. My only challenge is the rezoning law. The municipalities want me to operate from a corner, but all the corners are already occupied. I have been operating so long and I cannot move my business.
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What are your top-selling liquor brands? My top-sellers in beer are definitely Castle, Lion and Black Label. My customers also enjoy VAT 69, Black & White and Johnnie Walker Red Label. What do you think sets your tavern apart from the rest? My tavern is popular because I run specials constantly. I keep my prices affordable and I am always attracting new customers in this way.
What role has Club 10 played in the success of your business?
As a tavern owner, how do you give back to your community?
I am the only Club 10 member in my area, so that is working for me. As a Club 10 member, I am able to use their seven-day account option, which allows me to buy more stock. That has really helped me.
I have been assisting school kids for years. Every year, I assist the learners at one or two schools in my area by supplying school shoes, uniforms, stationery and books.
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Mr Michael Mtonjeni
Location: 7481, Sinelihemba Street, Zone 4, Thembalethu, George
