Hirsch's Centurion

Monday, 30 March 2015

Networking and Coffee - a happy mix at Hirsch's

The Guest Speaker at this month’s Networking Meeting at Hirsch’s Centurion was Barista, Harry Mole, who has been fulltime in the coffee industry for the past two years - since trading his ‘white collar’ Marketing Manager position to pursue his passion for coffee. Harry has roasted and developed coffee blends for a year and is currently part of Tribeca and Woolworths Beverage Management as a trainer of Baristas for private clients as well as the Tribeca group of stores. He recently competed in the Gauteng Regional Barista Championships, and won the coveted award for Best Cappuccino!

After an informative and educational talk about the origin and brewing of coffees, the opportunity was given to smell the different freshly ground roasted beans, and examine the different “raw” or unroasted beans that were on display.

Should you wish to be invited to these events, contact Joanne joanne@hirschs.co.za

Ample networking opportunity was given to guests whilst enjoying a cup of freshly brewed Cappuccino.

Cooking Under Pressure at Hirsch's

Hirsch’s Centurion recently hosted a product demonstration titled “Cooking under Pressure with AEG”, showcasing the versatility of the AEG Pressure cooker.

Our own chef-on-the-go, Warren Pearce had our customers “eating out of his hand” with his entertaining and informative demonstration.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake as well as mini Curry Bunny-chow’s where made from scratch, and Warren was able to answer questions regarding the versatility of the Pressure Cooker.

The Demonstration was ended with a tasting which was met with many positive comments.

Should you wish to be invited to future events, please contact Joanne at joanne@hirschs.co.za.

KIDDIES COOKING - A HIT AT HIRSCH'S

A highlight for many of Hirsch’s littler customers is their Kiddies Cooking Events, and this month, Hirsch’s teamed up with Bosch to teach the children how to build and bake their own pizzas. Each child was taught to knead and roll out the dough, and they chose their own toppings. As the savoury pizzas were baking in the Bosch oven, they were taught to make a dessert pizza – much to their delight.

“Of course, the proof of the pudding is in the eating, and the children and their parents were in agreement that the pizzas were of Masterchef quality.” Said Hirsch’s PR and Marketing Officer Joanne Brunette. “Hirsch’s customers definitely teach their children good manners, as we were inundated with hugs and thank you’ s from happy, flour covered children. It was a magical experience – and so rewarding to hear that the children are taking the skills they learn and using them in their own kitchens at home.” Said Joanne.

The Viva Foundation Early Learning Centre

The Viva Foundation SA provide the best possible quality Early Learning, Day Care and Pre-School experience with the Viva Kids Early Learning programme and concept. Presently they have two Viva Kids Early Learning Centres in Tshwane, one in Mamelodi and the other in Ga-Rankuwa. The Viva Kids ‘Stations of Learning’ programme was developed specially for children in informal settlements, who have been found to be behind in school-readiness as a result of a lack of movement and mental and social stimulation. At Viva Kids each developmental challenge is met at a “station”, e.g. numeracy, literacy, fine motor skills, large motor skills etc. Children move from ‘station to station’ over an elaborate jungle gym, as opposed to staying in one class. The Viva Kids Early Learning programme and curriculum provide underprivileged children in the informal settlements with quality education in English, including the use of technology.

Today Hirsch’s Centurion were able to donate 11 cushions and 4 carpets to the Viva Foundation for the use in their classrooms at the Early Learning Centres. The classrooms currently consist of containers which have been converted, and the carpets and cushions will be used to ensure the children do not have to sit directly on the floor. “Any donations are welcomed, as we are dependent on funding from individuals and companies” said Meleney Kriel, CEO of the VivaFoundation.

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Wednesday, 25 March 2015

KIDDIES COOKING - PIZZA - SWEET AND SAVOURY WITH HIRSCH'S AND BOSCH

We love our kids at Hirsch's Centurion - and the Kiddies Cooking events are the highlight of our month!

During March we hosted another one of these popular events. Early in the day the preparations were being made, to ensure that each child could make not only a savoury pizza – but a “dessert” pizza as well.

After each child had made their pizza base, and chosen from a variety of toppings, three trays of mini pizza’s were simultaneously put into the Bosch Oven. The children were then treated to smoothies made in the amazing Bosch MUM machine by Kim from Bosch. Back to work, to prepare the “dessert” pizza with lovely toppings like Nutella, Marshmallows, strawberries, pineapple, banana and Smarties. Decisions, decisions....

In the meantime the Savoury pizzas came out of the oven, and by the time the dessert pizzas were ready to go in the oven, they had cooled down and everybody tucked in. Parents and children alike were soon munching on delicious cheezy pizza’s with a variety of toppings. The Bosch team did not let the opportunity go by to promote their products – of course the parants also loved the delicious smoothies that Kim served up, while David demonstrated the “cool touch” technology on the Bosch Ovens – allowing the children to touch the oven even when it was set at 220 Degrees.

After enjoying the decadent chocolaty dessert pizzas with a swirl of whipped cream – each child was presented with a Bosch Lanyard and pen as well as a Bosch Balloon. Three lucky prize winners walked off with Bosch Chef hats and aprons, as well the a Bosch shopping bag.

Hirsch’s parents definitely teach their children good manners, as we were inundated with hugs and thank you’s from happy, flour covered children.

It was a magical experience – thank you’s go out to the Bosch Team – it was such a pleasure working with David and Kim.

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Margaret Hirsch Women in Business Achiever Award finalist for February 2015 goes to Celeste du Toit

The Margaret Hirsch Women in Business Achiever Award finalist for February has been announced at Hirsch’s Centurion - Celeste du Toit from Yes Paradigm was over the moon to be presented with this prestigious award by Margaret Hirsch in person.

We were honoured to have Margaret Hirsch as our Guest Speaker, and her passion and enthusiasm was infectious.

The title of her message was “Unleash your Greatness” and she encouraged all the women to be kind to themselves, ensuring that their “self-talk” was positive - practically demonstrating this by having everybody repeat positive affirmations.

She shared on the principle of gratitude and how in practising being grateful, we attract good things to ourselves.

After the inspiring message, Margaret shared some real-life-stories of people whom she has mentored, that have risen above their circumstances to become successful business women in their own right.

One of the ladies attending the event, Tumisa Maja, stated “I was awestruck, this is just what I needed to hear today”.

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