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WIN: It’s a Love Affair at the NWJ Bridal & Events Show 2015
Swirl, sniff, and sip your way through some of South Africa’s best wines 🍷 at the annual Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival in Durban.
And we are giving away 4 x double tickets valued at R275 each! 🥳 Read to the end to find out how to enter!
The retailer brings the Cape Winelands to Chris Saunders Park in uMhlanga for one day only on 27 July, accompanied by delicious food and an afternoon of live entertainment.
With every imaginable varietal on offer for wine lovers to sample, alongside a sumptuous selection of fresh and delicious food offerings, wine enthusiasts are invited to discover new wines and enjoy old favourites, from elegant, crisp white wines and full-bodied, robust reds, to the finest sparkling wine, Cap Classiques and MCCs.
Some 30 farms will be showcasing their wines at the Festival, and a general ticket includes a tasting glass and 20 wine-tasting vouchers. Producer representatives will guide festivalgoers through the various tasting options and explain each wine’s unique flavours and aromas for a renewed appreciation for the different wines.
Guests who want to level up their tasting experience can also book one of the 30-minute Pick n Pay Tasting Room wine and food pairing sessions, limited to 40 guests per session. A sell-out in Cape Town and Johannesburg, and Durban Tasting Room tickets are flying too.
On the food front, the Pick n Pay Fresh Food Market 🍲 will ensure you don’t go hungry with a selection of delicious pizzas, burgers, cheese and charcuterie platters, fish and chips, grilled Chicken Espetada, curry & rice, as well as oysters and sushi, along with vegan and vegetarian offerings.
👉 Check out their latest menu and pricing here.
🧺 The popular Pick n Pay Picnic Bag is available for pre-booking and is jam-packed with a curated showcase of delectable offerings, including cheeses, cured meats, freshly baked bread, biltong, hummus, and more.
Live music 🎶 will provide the perfect backdrop to the afternoon, featuring local musicians The Black Lapels, Afro Divas, and saxophonist Tim Lewis 🎷 on stage.
Tickets are available at Webtickets, priced from R275 per person (includes tasting glass and 20 wine tasting tokens).
🚗 Limited Designated Driver tickets are also available on request via info@pnpwineandfoodfestival.co.za.
Booking tip: Pick n Pay Wine Club members qualify for exclusive early access. Click here to become a member, or send your Smart Shopper card number to 36775 to join free of charge.
🔥🔥 WIN WIN WIN 🔥🔥
We are giving away 4 x double tickets valued at R275 each!
How to Enter:
Instagram
1. Follow Durbanite and Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival Instagram pages.
2. Comment your best wine & food pairing & tag a friend.
OR
Facebook
1. Follow Durbanite and Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival Facebook pages.
2. Comment your best wine & food pairing & tag a friend.
No Under 18s are permitted to enter.
Closing Date:
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
Winners Announced:
Thursday, 25 July 2024
Entries limited to 5 per day.
Winners will be selected at random from all valid entries – tickets will be emailed to winners.
Durbanite Competition T&Cs apply.
Please always drink responsibly, more on the events recommendations here for your review.
We encourage all patrons to Uber to the event, or have a designated driver who will not consume alcohol at the event.
Do not drink and drive.
Author: Tee
Milky Chance recently announced their long-awaited return to South Africa with their “Living In A Haze” tour in February 2024 which will see them perform in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban. The German Duo are excited to confirm that both Neon Dreams and Sean Koch will join them as support acts on the line-up for their shows in Cape Town (15 February) and Johannesburg (17 February), and Neon Dreams will also join Milky Chance in Durban (18 February) as support act.
Canadian duo Neon Dreams are no strangers to the South African music scene. Their 2019 single “Life Without Fantasies” reached the top of the South African viral charts amassing millions of streams in 2021 during the lockdown. The band connected with tens of thousands of fans online which led to their first sold out headline tour. They have continued to cement themselves in the industry here, having toured the country a number of times over the past few years and return in February 2024 to share the stage with Milky Chance in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban.
Sean Koch is one of SA’s most-loved indie-folk artists who brings a mixed bag of African and western, influence alongside messages of home, a connection to nature, the ocean and the people around him; to his storytelling, feel-good music. While rooted in his flowing-folk style, his music is diverse. From dance infused songs like ‘Lift You Up’ the standout single from his collection (including the Double MZK & G DOM remix) to the dreamier songs like ‘Feel the Energy’ that carry deeper messages of connection to the natural world and the people that surround us. There is something for everyone in Sean’s catalogue.
How to Enter:
Instagram
1. Follow Durbanite, Milky Chance & Breakout Events’ Instagram pages.
2. Tell us who Milky Chance’s supporting act is in Durban & tag who you’d take with if you win.
OR
Facebook
1. Follow Durbanite, Milky Chance & Breakout Events’ Facebook pages.
2. Tell us who Milky Chance’s supporting act is in Durban & tag who you’d take with if you win.
Closing Date:
Monday, 12 February 2024
Winner Announced:
Tuesday, 13 February 2024
Entries limited to 5 per day.
Winners will be selected at random from valid entries.
Durbanite Competition T&Cs apply.
Tickets are on sale from https://breakoutevents.co.za/ and are selling fast, so get yours now!
Neon Dreams
Milky Chance “Living In A Haze” South African Tour 2024 details:
DURBAN
Date: Sunday 18 February 2024
Time: 11:00 – 18:30
Venue: Durban Botanic Gardens uMphafa Field
Address: 9A John Zikhali Road, Berea, Durban 4001
Line up: Milky Chance + Neon Dreams + final opening act to be announced
Tickets:
General Admission Phase One: R495 ex R35 Fee
General Admission Phase Two: R595 ex R35 Fee
Ticket Link: https://breakout.howler.co.za/events/milky-chance-live-in-durban-5c47
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/181914891636282/
#MilkyChanceSouthAfrica
For more info, go to:
Ticketing link: https://breakoutevents.co.za/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abreakoutevent
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abreakoutevent
Twitter: https://twitter.com/abreakoutevent
Follow Milky Chance online:
Official Website: https://www.milkychance.net/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milkychance_official/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/milkychancemusic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/milkychance
Milky Chance “Living In A Haze” South African Tour Dates:
15 February 2024 – Green Point A-Track, Cape Town
(supported by Neon Dreams and Sean Koch)
17 February 2024 – Marks Park in Emmarentia, Johannesburg
(supported by Neon Dreams and Sean Koch + final opening act to be announced)
18 February 2024 – Durban Botanic Gardens uMphafa Field, Durban
(supported by Neon Dreams + final opening act to be announced)
Author: mrjoelmagic
Surf School Durban, led by the experienced local surfer Fika, stands as a beacon in the surfing community. Known for its inclusive and friendly approach, it’s a place where beginners and seasoned surfers alike can enhance their skills and embrace the surf culture.
The school’s ethos revolves around unity and inviting individuals of all backgrounds to share the excitement of surfing. The team, made up of passionate local surfers, emphasises personalised coaching, ensuring a welcoming learning environment for everyone.
Adding to its allure, Surf School Durban has launched a competition that’s creating a buzz. The prize: five group lessons for the winner and two friends, offering a unique blend of fun, friendship, and expert instruction.
This surf school is more than just a place to learn; it’s a community hub where the spirit of Durban’s surf culture thrives, making it an ideal destination for anyone keen on experiencing the joy of surfing in a supportive and vibrant setting.
Win Surf Lessons for You and 2 Friends, with Surf School Durban!
How to Enter on Instagram:
1. Follow Durbanite & Surf School Durban Instagram page.
2. Share the competition post from the Surf School Durban Instagram page and tag who you’d take with if you win.
OR
How to Enter on Facebook:
1. Follow Durbanite & Surf School Durban Facebook page.
2. Share the competition post from the Surf School Durban Facebook page and tag who you’d take with if you win.
Entries limited to 5 per day.
Closing Date:
Friday, 9 February 2024
Winner Announced:
Monday, 12 February 2024
Durbanite T&Cs apply.
Author: mrjoelmagic
Joles
5 February 2015 at 9:12 am
I would love to be at this show. What an adventure I embarked upon when my boyfriend invited me to meet him on holiday. We were booked in a 5 star bungalow in the Eastern Cape. When I freshened up and walked out for dinner, he had the enter room covered with roses and candles and he got down on one knee and asked me 🙂
Shannon
6 February 2015 at 1:09 pm
He took me out for a lovely supper at a 5 star restaurant and there was load shedding which made the evening romantic as there were candles everywhere and the food was still incredible! He then took me for a lovely evening walk and took me to a view point overlooking the ocean and then he went down on his knee and proposed.. and naturally– I said YES 🙂
Angela Barton
6 February 2015 at 8:27 pm
Im entering on behalf of my sister who recently got engaged:
It was a hot Christmas day in Durbs, we had all eaten & my sisters boyfriend was pacing up & down…eventually we all got back to the table where he stood up and thanked everyone for a lovely Christmas lunch, then confessed his love for my sister & got down on one knee & proposed in front of the whole family -(now that takes guts) it was such a beautiful moment!! My sister had no idea he was popping the question which resulted in tears from all the ladies at the table (happy tears of course) Here’s wishing them a happy future together as they plan the rest of their lives together!!
Megan
6 February 2015 at 9:53 pm
This would be so great! It was our anniversary when he took me to the Oyster Box for breakfast as the beginning of a beautiful day but just before we could enter he popped the question! And I said Yes!
Estelle
9 February 2015 at 2:00 pm
It was the Saturday before my birthday and we were having a get together with some of our friends. He was a bit on edge the entire day, but didn’t think much of it. Some of the guest mentioned that it was getting late and they had to leave when my now fiance stood up and switched of the music. I got such a fright with the music going off and thought he was mad at the guest when he started his AMAZING speech. There was not a dry eye in the house when he proposed. I was so happy I went into his arms and whispered YES!!!!
Kerry
9 February 2015 at 4:52 pm
I would love to win tickets for my sister as she is newly engaged. 🙂 She was proposed to after a very elaborate day! She was flown in a helicopter, landed at the Rain Game Farm (Ballito) and then had an intimate picnic setting that was made just for them, he then handed her a box which had a pebble in it…and he asked her to be his penguin (penguins are partners for life). So sweet!!!
nomcebo
12 February 2015 at 2:06 pm
it was my birthday, and we had planned to go to a spa for a full body massage. but in the morning he took me out for breakfast our table was on the beach facing the sea, then we took a walk and suddenly he stopped durring a warm loving conversation and said he was nothing without me and if I could please hv him as a husband he would make us happy for the rest of our lives. the answer was yes followed by tears.
Kirsten Wood
13 February 2015 at 3:57 pm
It’s a sad and happy story…. My fiance’ was planning to go to my mothers house on the Thursday to ask them, if he could marry me. Unfortunately both my mom and step dad landed in hospital before he could get there, both unrelated issues. My mom got very ill, very fast. The one day she was able to come out of reduced coma and off the ventilator, I told her about his plans, she smiled with excitement and nodded yes! Two days later she passed suddenly. The following Thursday, we has her funeral. The Friday 26th September, my family and friends planned a birthday party for me as my birthday was the 29th September, after a good few hours into the night, he stopped the music, got onto the mic and popped the question, in front of my family and friends – was the most beautiful moment.
Cody-Allen Simons
18 February 2015 at 12:50 am
A poem I wrote to describe one of the most beautiful days of my life!!! He surprised me with the proposal at the enchanted botanical gardens and it was all disguised as a photo shoot lol I thought I was in store for a day of fun poses and crazy smiles and now if I remember clearly it was all that and more I still have the gigantic glitter packed proposal board that his son held up so excitedly it read: Will you marry my dad aunty Cody???? So here goes….
He lead me to the secret garden the garden of his heart he placed me in a place where memories aren’t lost a place of new beginnings a place of enchanted things he placed me in a place that possesses living waters in the form of rivers and springs, of all the places in the world the gardens were the best!!! Its a place where seeds are sewn flowers blossom and birds can build a nest… On that beautiful day we were 3 love birds decked in white and blue he found a shiny trinket and said to me I love you my heart was over whelmed with a joy that I cannot describe his son showing me a plackard asking me to be his bride his big little smile my fiancées cheer the best day this year I truly cannot forget the space that God created where nature and passion met I stood in awe when first I saw the flowers surrounding us my heart bloomed with love I thought of all the magical things taking place in the heavens above you went on bended knee and looked into my eyes you spoke into my heart with certainty and without lies I saw the grass beneath you- above you saw the skies mr sun shon down upon us as if he also knew about the suprise I know it might be OTT for those that don’t know the depth but our love is like a secret garden a special place on earth our love is like a lily in spring we could not fathom its worth our love was sent from heaven his plant so well fashioned now I understand that Christs love for us is truly a love unimagined!!! To tell him how I feel would take the entire day the truth is I am overwhelmed with the introduction of a special new title I get to give him: MY HANDSOME FIAAAAANNNNCEE!!!! I love you with all the letters in all the words in all the books in all the world!!! Both he and his adorable son made the day so amazing I pray that our love continues to grow as we stay rooted in the lord through every season that we would remember the gift of renewal and the preciousness of time the value of unity and a peace that is divine he truly is a love that persued me in and out of time!!! I’ll love him for as long as flowers grow my beloved!!!
Terri Stephenson
19 February 2015 at 4:05 pm
We got engaged two weeks ago! My now fiance and I went for what was supposed to be ‘breakfast’ at the beach. He insisted we go for a walk along the water before breakfast. So we took a long walk away from the Umhlanga Promenade and took a seat on the sand. After a few minutes of chatting and doodling in the sand, he asked how my finger was (being clumsy, I had bumped it before we left the house) and asked if I would be able to put a ring on it. He then told me to stand up, he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. I instantly said yes and burst into tears. I will never forget the smile on his face as he asked me.
Nicole
19 February 2015 at 4:21 pm
I love to experience to glitz and glamour of this prestigious show would seem like a dream come true.Would be awesome to Win,thank u for amazing comps
Roxanne Pellew
24 February 2015 at 3:18 pm
He proposed on valentines day, when we were having a family breakfast with our kiddies at home, wtih all my favourite foods, and the room decorated with flowers and hearts etc. My kiddies were helping him serve the food and all the rest, then he got down on one knee with a bunch of roses and chocolates and the ring was in the roses 🙂
Adrian Rivetti
24 February 2015 at 3:21 pm
I am entering as the man who proposed, my Fiance has already written her story here so I’m just going to say it again. We had a family breakfast on valentines day with all the extra’s and I proposed with Roses and chocolates, and the whole room/house was done up with flowers and hearts and our kids made it extra special, had them dressed up as little valentines waiters .