Nominated for ‘Podcast of the Year’ in the 2024 African Podcast and Voice Awards (APVA), the weekly Sandton Times Hour is a Sandton magazine show that brings the wanted online pages of The Sandton Times to life.
- Rugby World Cup winning captain John Smit chats about his new brandy venture, Avante.
- Marcelle Pienaar, Marketing Director of ESKORT chats about the brands expansion.
- Executive Chef at NH Sandton, Chef Donaldson Madubela, shares his plans for the new culinary direction of the hotel.
- New owner of Pigalle by Villamoura in Sandton, Javed Gani, talks about opening a Halaal fine dining restaurant.
- Gerry Thomas, Managing Director of Krispy Kreme South Africa takes a bite out of the Cinnamon Roll market.
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As the only radio show and podcast dedicated to Africa’s richest square mile, this Sandton magazine show is packed with an array of entertaining and informative interviews blended with the best music, every week on Mix 93.8, Mondays at 7pm.
The Sandton Times offers readers all they ever wanted online, and The Sandton Times Hour is the go-to weekly magazine show broadcast from greater Sandton. The Sandton magazine show features fabulous food spots, luxurious lifestyle bits, first-hand travel tips, motoring notes, and world-class entertainment, business and so much more beyond the borders of greater Sandton.
In 2024, The Sandton Times Hour secured the third spot on Feedspot’s list of the “30 Best South Africa Podcasts” highlighting the top South African podcasts from thousands available on the web, ranking them based on relevancy, authority, social media followers, and freshness.
In this week’s show [Edition 180 Week 45] The Sandton Times covers an array of topical news as well as these interviews:
Avante Brandy With Rugby World Cup Winning Captain John Smit
South African rugby legend John Smit joined fellow shareholder Butch James in Sandton this week to discuss Avante Brandy – a unique venture combining rugby camaraderie and entrepreneurial spirit, aimed at introducing Cape Brandy to a global market.
Read the full story: Rugby Legend John Smit Looks To Take Avante Brandy Global
Eskort Brands Expansion With Marketing Director Marcelle Pienaar
Eskort, South Africa’s largest pork producer, celebrates an impressive milestone in 2024 – its 107th anniversary. Founded in 1917 by nine visionary farmers in Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal, the company has grown from humble beginnings into a household name. Eskort’s move into retail stores was a strategic decision that has reshaped its brand. Initially, the company relied on factory stores near its production facilities in Heidelberg and Estcourt.
However, the need to balance pork supply led to the creation of more retail stores to sell products that couldn’t be distributed through traditional grocery outlets.
Read the full story: Eskort Continues To Innovate 107 Years On
Pigalle by Villamoura With New Owner Javed Gani
The iconic Pigalle restaurant in Sandton, a beloved institution renowned for its Mediterranean and seafood fusion cuisine, is reopening under new ownership with a brand-new look and a fully halal certification.
Read the full story: Pigalle By Villamoura: A Fresh Chapter For Sandton’s Iconic Restaurant
Dining at NH Sandton With Executive Chef Donaldson Madubela
NH Sandton has opened a new chapter, announcing the appointment of two seasoned hospitality professionals to lead its management and culinary teams. NH Sandton has appointed Donaldson Madubela as its new Executive Chef. Known for his creative flair and extensive culinary background, Donaldson joins NH Sandton from the acclaimed Level Four Restaurant at 54 On Bath, where he led an award-winning kitchen team renowned for innovative and memorable cuisine.
Donaldson’s approach to cooking, combined with his leadership skills, promises to elevate NH Sandton’s dining experience to new levels of sophistication.
Read the full story: NH Sandton Welcomes GM Don Jesseman And Executive Chef Donaldson Madubela
Cinnamon Rolls At Krispy Kreme With Managing Director Gerry Thomas
Krispy Kreme has added a new twist to Sunday mornings with the launch of its Original Glazed Cinnamon Rolls, exclusively at its flagship store in Rosebank. As of Sunday, 3 November 2024, Krispy Kreme’s store at The Zone in Rosebank is offering these hand-rolled, yeast-raised cinnamon rolls.
Available individually or in combos of 3, 6, or 12, Krispy Kreme’s cinnamon rolls cater to various cravings, whether it’s enjoying a quiet Sunday solo or gathering with friends and family. This new addition is part of the Rosebank store’s effort to bring something special to South African customers, adding a layer of exclusivity that encourages fans to plan their Sunday mornings around this indulgence.
Sandton Times Hour Music Playlist
- Bruce Springsteen – Born In The U.S.A.
- James Brown – Living in America
- Trini Lopez – If I Had A Hammer
- Creedance Clearwater Revival – Fortunate Son
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