'Best Dorpie' here we come!

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GEORGE NEWS - Georgians have reason to feel incredibly proud of their beautiful city. Not only is George a finalist for "Best Dorpie" in Kfm 94.5 radio station's Best of the Cape Awards, but three local businesses also made it through to the finalists in their respective categories: Redberry Farm (Best Tourist Attraction), The Marshmallow Garden Café (Best Pet-friendly Restaurant) and Views Boutique Hotel and Spa (Best Hotel).

Five finalists for each of the 30 categories available (under six main headings) were announced throughout the day on Monday 25 July.

The initiative is run in celebration of the Western Cape, "this beautiful place we call home," reads the description on Kfm's website.

George's sister town, Knysna, also made the top five in the "Best Dorpie" category, placing the Southern Cape in the top seat as a favourite destination for many travellers. The other three nominees are Langebaan, Montagu and Robertson.

Chef Simz of The Marshmallow Garden Café said, "We are very proud of the journey we have taken with not only the customers, but our team." Ansuné Louw of Redberry Farm said it is an honour to be nominated for this award.

"We believe this will be a great attraction for George and the Garden Route!" Staff at Redberry Farm enjoyed double celebrations on Tuesday 26 July with both their nomination and the 60th birthday of their boss, Mark Miller. Michelle Hingle of Views Boutique Hotel and Spa said they are ecstatic to be a finalist in the Kfm Best of the Cape.

PHOTO GALLERY: Vote for the Best Dorpie!!

"The team has worked very hard over the years and this achievement is proof of our commitment to caring for our guests. This is a great accolade for George and Wilderness and should we win, we are sure that the area will benefit as much as we will. Our guests not only support us but support the area's restaurants and activities, and boost the local economy. We hope that you will support us along with the other three finalists by voting."

Start voting

The voting opened on Tuesday 26 July and will run till midnight on 3 August. From thousands of entries George has four finalists in the Kfm Best of the Cape Awards.

Everyone who votes will be entered into Kfm's lucky draw to win a share of R10 000.

Follow the link https://kfm.co.za/bestofthecape/form and find our town and businesses under the main headings

"Stay": (Best Dorpie: George / Best Hotel: Views Boutique Hotel and Spa);
"Experience" (Best Tourism Attraction: Redberry Farm) and
"Eat & Drink" (Best Pet Friendly Eatery: The Marshmallow Garden Café).

Voters can choose a business from any of the categories and return to the main headings to have another go in other categories, before submitting their choices.

Staff at Redberry Farm celebrated both their nomination and the 60th birthday of their boss, Mark Miller, on 26 July. From left are Lindiwe Nyatshowa, Melanie Apollis, Ruwaida Crowley, Lulama Mchacha, Siphiwe Mashaba and Vathi Tyulu.

Proud as punch

George Tourism manager Joan Shaw is thrilled about the news of George's strong presence in the nominations.

"George is becoming increasingly popular as a family holiday destination and holidaymakers and residents are appreciating the quality of service and the value that they receive from our top-class tourism businesses," said Shaw.

"We encourage every user of these properties to please vote for them, so that George can take its rightful place as an excellent, value-for-money destination on the Western Cape, and South African stage."

Portfolio Councillor for Finance and Strategic Services Dirk Wessels is delighted with the nominations and warmly congratulated all for getting this far: "I am seeing how consistent efforts by our tourism department are reaping rewards, with more people wanting to visit George to attend more events, conferences and activities than ever before.

"With the added benefit of the Kfm94.5 and other media exposure, we are looking forward to reaching pre-Covid numbers by this summer holiday season and then growing our destination from strength to strength into the years beyond."

Picnic at The Marshmallow Garden Café, where your pets are welcome too.