Win tickets to A Festa Portuguesa

From Tuesday to Sunday, September 23 to 28, Sun International’s Carnival City, in Brakpan, will host all things Portuguese.

Following an exceptional first year’s success in 2013, A Festa Portuguesa will once again deliver a cultural Portuguese extravaganza like no other.

Fabulous food, business networking, tradition and fun; that’s the recipe the festival is set to serve up in presenting the many sides and personalities of the Mediterranean-hugging home of the Fado.

Event organiser Paula Fernandes said: “We want people to leave with a better understanding of our culture and to go home happy from an exceptional event, filled with rich variety and Portuguese authenticity.”

Music takes centre stage, too, from new local singing sensations and popular international Portuguese artists to a beautiful dance duo — expect to hear the best in traditional, contemporary, pop and dance music — all delivered by passionate Portuguese personalities.

Portugal is a country rich in history and tradition.

Its influence extends as far south of the Mediterranean, as well as Mozambique, Angola and all the way into South Africa.

Add beer, wine and port and a general lust for life, and this event is guaranteed to make even more fans out of locals.

Patrons can look forward to food and vendor markets, to fine dining, family experiences and original entertainment.

More exciting announcements are still to be made over the coming weeks.

Entirely endorsed and supported by Dr Luisa Fragoso, the consul-general of Portugal in Johannesburg, this year’s extravaganza will once more break new ground, thanks to a line-up that will have Portuguese punters of all ages coming back each day, every day, over the five-day party.

With Heritage Day sandwiched in-between, this extramural add-on has meant even more Portuguese character and flavour for everyone to enjoy for longer.

Arrive hungry as you’re assured to leave replete.

“Come and share it with us,” Fernandes said.

“You’ll be spoilt for choice; between the many restaurants, browsing and buying and overall entertainment and friendly kids’ area, there’s something on offer for everyone.”

Win tickets to the show

To stand a chance to be one of the winners of the tickets, simply SMS your name and surname, followed by bctportuguese, to 35718.

The winners will be selected in a lucky draw.

SMSes are charged at R1.50.

The competition’s closing date is Thursday, September 18, at midnight, and winners will be notified shortly thereafter.