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A photo speaks a thousand words, especially the ones that capture the essence of your family’s lifestyle.   This was the topic at a recent photography talk hosted at the Sony Centre in Gateway.

Lifestyle photography portrays the heart and soul of our daily lives.  Whether it is walking in the park, or a family holiday at the beach,depicting the way we go by our daily activities add depth to any photo album” said guest speaker and professional photographer, Amy du Toit. “Apart from the sentimental value it adds to your collection, you can also use your keen eye for the perfect shot to earn an extra income.  By applying few professional techniques you can sell your photos online to businesses who don’t have the time or money to organise a photo shoot for photos of lifestyle images that represent the nature of their business.

If you would like to be a part of the professional and novice photographers that attend and enjoy the monthly free photography courses at Sony, then booking your seat is essential.  Everyone is welcome to attend, attendance is free and seat are limited.  Contact Warren on 084 513 0911 / warren@sony-centre.co.za for further information.

Understanding the basics of using a tablet was the topic at a recent Galaxy Tab training session at the Samsung Brand Store in Gateway.

Tablets are becoming more and more popular as the technology becomes more user friendly.  Although manufacturers set out to create an interface that is simple and easy to use, the majority of the functions rely on knowing your way around the basics.  To enable users to get the most out of their Samsung Galaxy Tabs, the Samsung Store in Gateway set out to go the extra mile for their customers by providing free monthly training courses for the use of the tablet.

This month’s theme was sticking to the basics.  “The biggest thing to get use to with a tablet, especially to people that are first time users, is getting use to the touch screen.  Unlike a conventional computer, there is no mouse to left click or right click.  Instead, holding down for three seconds on the screen becomes a “right click” that will open extra options for the user to select from” said Annette Stemburg , Samsung Galaxy Tab Trainer.  This is just one of the many basics there are, and over the next few months the classes will focus on educating users on related basic skill required to fully use and enjoy your tab.

Did you recently purchase a tablet, and not sure how to operate it, then book your seat now for the next Galaxy Tab training session at the Samsung Brand Store in Gateway.  All welcome, seats are limited and booking is essential.  To book your seat to the free classes contact Warren on 084 513
0911 / warren@samsungstore.co.za

Hirsch’s Umhlanga recently hosted a Mexican inspired cooking demonstration for the pensioners of TAFTA.

The pensioners were treated to a selection of Mexican dishes that included Nachos with Feta Cheese & Avo and Tortillas filled with Spicy Mince and Salsa.  Everyone enjoyed the interactive demonstration as some of the pensioners joined the chefs on stage to chop, slice and dice.  Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves as they got to learn, interact and taste.

During their visit to the store the staff also demonstrated how to use certain appliances and useful tips to use in the kitchen.  The staff also spoke about how to save electricity and water around the house.

Hirsch’s Umhlanga cares for the community through hosting  a free monthly pensioners tea at the branch.  To book your seat for the next event, kindly contact Warren Pearce on 084 513 0911 / warren@hirschs.co.za

Every mother deserves the best on Mother’s  Day.  Hirsch’s Umhlanga showed their love by hosting a cooking demonstration to the hard working mothers of Umhlanga.
On the menu,  Bubby Chows with Sambles, Chocolate and Peanut Butter Squares and Semolina Cake.  The branch also surprized the mothers with loads of
prizes handed in a lucky draw.

Hirsch’s Umhlanga hosts monthly cooking demonstrations, and to book your seat for the next free event, contact Warren on 084 513 0911 / warren@hirschs.co.za

LG recently unveiled their 84″ Ultra HD TV at an exclusive preview evening hosted at Hirsch’s Umhlanga. LG Regional Sales Manager for KZN, Graham Gadd welcomed  guests to the evening and after an incredible visual demonstration of the features of the TV he went on to explain what the product has to offer.  The LG 84″ Ultra HD TV is the first on the market to deliver 8.3 mega pixels per frame, resulting in four times the quality of full a HD.

The result is a vivid and crisp display even if you view it from a close distance.  The set is also equipped with a Cinema 3D Smart TV, allowing you to enjoy your favourite apps or watch your favourite 3D movie.  The 2.2 speaker system delivers a rich sound.  The TV boasts with two woofers, bursting an incredible 50W of sound.

While guests were intrigued  by the latest Smart TV to hit the South African market, the Caviar Group kept the Sushi and Champagne flowing at their live Sushi stage.  While some guests enjoyed the amazing features of the new TV, others  watched the chefs in action.  They prepared sushi and various other Japanese delicacies.  The Caviar Group might be better known for their two restaurants in Gateway, Beluga and Sveruga.  The menus are innovative, unique and fresh.  They also include and promote elements of molecular gastronomy in their cooking which add to their international appeal and world class brand.

To add to the excitement of the evening LG & Hirsch’s gave away some fantastic prizes.  Guests  had the exciting task of completing a series of challenges that would see them take home some great prizes.  The name of the game was “Hirsch’s Minute to Win It”, and included Cup Stacking, Balloon Squirting and Balloon Blowing.  Each challenge had to be completed within a minute to win.

The Sony Centre in Gateway will be hosting photography evening with Amy du Toit as guest speaker.  She will be talking about Lifestyle Photography.  All professional and novice photographers welcome to join this free event at the Sony Centre (Shop F163, Gateway) on Thursday, 16 May at 17:30 .  Booking is essential.  RSVP to Warren on 084 513 0911 or warren@hirschs.co.za

Wholesome home made cooking was the menu at a recent microwave cooking class hosted at the Samsung brand store in Gateway.  Eager couples filled the store as guest chef Wendy Jubber demonstrated how easy it is to cook for two using only the microwave.  Wendy worked her microwave magic wand and in no time she had prepared a classic cottage pie and a Chicken Casserole.  “Microwave cooking cuts the time spent in the kitchen almost in half which is a great benefit to a household where both partners have full time jobs”  said Wendy.  The couples also rolled up their sleeves and cooked their own meals with the guidance of Wendy on stage.  “It was so much fun to be part of this interactive cooking demo, and I look forward to attending this class again next month” said one of the volunteer couples while on stage.

Micowave cooking is fun and easy, and if you also want to learn then join the free monthly microwave cooking classes at the Samsung Brand Store in Gateway.  Booking is essential, kindly contact Warren on 084 513 0911 / warren@samsungstore.co.za

Hirsch’s Umhlanga recently turned up the heat with a Mexican inspired cooking show.

Hosted in the sleek and stylish Miele kitchen in the branch, guests enjoyed the culinary creations of Unilever resident chef Wendy McKenzie and her two guest chefs from Turkey, Ceren Ozkarsli and Hazer Amani.  Inspired by the cooler weather settling over the province, Wendy decided to warm up the guests with Mexican Boloroni, Mexican style baked potatoes and Chicken Fajitas.  “The key to mexican cooking is to embrace the full flavour and taste chilli adds to the dishes. Use chopped onion, tomato and lime wedges freely as garnish to brighten up the plate and entice your guests” said Wendy while demonstrating how to work with chilli.  The monthly free cooking demonstrations have become a tradition with foodies in the Umhlanga and Durban North area.  The informal evenings are always filled with quick and easy cooking tips , lucky draws and best of all the tasters after the show.

Don’t miss out on another free cooking demonstration by booking your seat for the next demo today.  Simply contact Warren Pearce on 084 513 0911 / warren@hirschs.co.za and join the team for an evening filled with friends, food and decadent cooking.

At a Networking breakfast held at Hirsch Umhlanga recently, getting the basics right in a marketing campaign was discussed in full, with Lisa Sukdev, owner of Zoey Events giving the audience advice on how to “get it right”

“Customer satisfaction is the essence of every marketing campaign, as the happier your customers are, the more profitable your business becomes..  The 5 p’s of marketing namely Product, Price, Promotion, Place and People are  the most effective tactics in the marketing field.  Very often entrepreneurs and SMME business owners get so involved in the daily running of their business, and if they also take care of the marketing, the 5 p’s is the best place to start off any marketing campaign. “ said Lisa .  Commenting on the talk, PRO for the Umhlanga Branch, Warren Pearce said  “The topic proved very educational to the audience.  This particular business networking breakfast has grown exponentially over the past year.  The monthly meetings which started with only about 20 guests now boasts with a regular turn out of over 60 people.  The aim is to build quality business relationships that turn into a lucrative source of income.”

To increase your business contacts and see your business grow, contact Warren today to book your free seat at the next business networking breakfast, hosted at Hirsch’s Umhlanga on the last Thursday of every month . Warren can be reached on 084 513 0911 / warren@hirschs.co.za

The ladies of TAFTA recently enjoyed a morning of classic winter cooking at Hirsch’s Umhlanga.

With the change of season becoming more evident, and the cooler weather setting in, Hirsch’s Umhlanga decided to warm up the season with a pensioners lunch for the ladies of TAFTA.  Arriving at the showroom, each guest was treated to a complimentary cappuccino from Saeco.  The theme carried on as the group settled in the interactive AEG kitchen for a mouth-watering cooking demonstration.  Nadira Singh delighted everyone with her culinary skills as she prepared a hearty chicken and vegetable stew using an electric pressure cooker.  The demo was very interactive and the eager ladies quickly jumped in and joined the chopping, slicing and cooking on stage.  While lunch was stewing, Hirsch’s Umhlanga PRO, Warren Pearce took the ladies for a trip down memory lane with a talk on the 33 years of existence of Hirsch’s.  Many of them remember the first store in Durban, over 33 years ago.  “It was such a wonderful afternoon, I really enjoyed every moment of it” said Liz Harford, resident of TAFTA.

Every month Hirsh’s Umhlanga shows their love for the pensioners  of the community by hosting a free pensioners tea.  All pensioners are welcome to attend, and for booking information contact Warren on 084 513 0911 / warren@hirschs.co.za