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Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival - 2014 Press Releases
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A wine festival with an abundance of class
The 10th TOPS at SPAR Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival, presented by Joburg Tourism, which happened from 4-6 September 2014, was not only a celebration of Soweto’s stylin’ soul and South Africa’s finest wines, it also had an abundance of class. This class is termed transformation.
Gauteng’s Taste of Africa to ignite the flavour at 10th TOPS at SPAR Soweto Wine and Lifestyle Festival
Gauteng Tourism is bringing the ‘Gauteng Taste of Africa Dining Experience’ to the 10th TOPS at SPAR Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival (4-6 September) giving festival goers the chance to taste world-class cuisine available in Soweto and at the Maboneng Precinct.
King Goodwill Zwelithini’s royal ‘Bayede’ wine at the 10th TOPS at SPAR Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival
Eleven of South Africa’s pioneering Empowerment wine estates and brands, including Thandi Wines, the world’s first Fairtrade certified wine brand, and King Goodwill Zwelithini’s royal ‘Bayede’ wines, will be exhibiting at Joburg Tourism’s 10th TOPS at SPAR Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival, happening from 4- 6 September at the University of Johannesburg, Soweto Campus.
Taste the passion as Nederburg rocks the rules with Robertsons Herbs & Spices
Nederburg is teaming up with Robertsons Herbs & Spices to share its passion for wine and food pairing at this year's Taste Theatre at the Tops at SPAR Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival from September 4 to 6. Featuring Samuel Viljoen and Wellington Metshane of Nederburg, as well as celebrity chef Citrum Khumalo, the concept offers visitors an entertaining, informal and interactive taste-and-discover encounter.
Redefine Wine #2010SowetoStyle It’s that time! When the chic, inspirational, and stylish wine-loving set plan their first weekend in September! With Spring in their step, choosing their outfits, booking their friends, spoiling their designated drivers, getting ready for the 2014 TOPS at SPAR Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival, presented by Joburg Tourism, happening from 4-6 September 2014 at the University of Johannesburg in Soweto.
TOPS at SPAR SOWETO WINE FESTIVAL to turn 10 in style Celebrating its 10th year, the 2014 TOPS at SPAR Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival, in association with the Food Network and the Travel Channel, taking place from 4-6 September 2014 at the University of Johannesburg in Soweto, is going to be ‘Stylin in Soweto’ like never before.
Print Media
Only two journalist/reporter or editor per relevant printed publication will be accredited to attend the festival as a media delegate to cover stories on the festival.
TV, Radio and Production Houses
Accreditations are limited to essential personnel - TV Crew, Presenters, Production Managers, and technical staff etc., and are approved at the discretion of the festival PRO.
Online Media
Online media must meet the following requirements, in addition to those above:
The web publication must belong to a registered company, such as a media organisation, and have a specific, verifiable non-web address and a telephone number.
The online journal requesting accreditation for its correspondent must have a substantial amount of original news content or commentary or analysis on issues.
If the web site is new, the applicant seeking accreditation must provide the latest data on the site's visitors or other relevant material (press citations, etc.) about the outlet's audience. The applicant must have an established record of having written extensively on issues affecting the Wine, Travel and Tourism sector must present copies of three recently published articles with his/her byline.
Media Validation Requirements
We reserve the right to request the following validations before granting accreditation: Recognised Media or Press Card, Letter of assignment on official letterhead from the Editor or Bureau Chief. Freelance writers will be requested to provide two by-line editorial stories.
International Media
The above three mentioned accreditation applies to both international and local media
Accreditation applications from Advertising Personnel and Media Sales Representatives will not be accepted.
Accreditation applications from Advertising Personnel and Media Sales Representatives will not be accepted.
*Note on bona fide media organization
As event organisers, the PRO must be satisfied that the individuals applying for accreditation are bona fide media professionals and represent bona fide media organisations. Applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and the decisions of the PRO are final.
The festival reserves the right to deny or withdraw accreditation of journalists from media organizations whose activities amount to abuse of the privileges so extended or put the accreditation to improper use or act in a way not consistent with the principles of the festival.
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