Early morning drizzle did not deter the stallholders at Hilton's POSH Market Christmas 2013 and by the time they were set up the sun was clearly trying to get in on the action, it did not quite win but the day remained sufficiently dry for all the planned action to go ahead. Groovy Balls brought rolling fun times to the pool area and Chris Folker from CF Tennis enjoyed meeting tennis enthusiasts on the court.
The Caledonian Pipers drew a mesmerised audience and looked awesome against the backdrop of our splendid Tudor styled Protea Hotel. Local business coach, Patrick Greenaway played in the band, despite having recently been involved in a motor accident.
The rest of the day's entertainment was smoothly delivered by Erin Fourie, Charles Webster of Undercover and Di Veness. All sound was professionally managed by Sean Swanson of Sound Mechanix. The late afternoon saw well-known fiddler Mark Schonau playing equally familiar tunes.
A visit by Father Christmas delighted younger children and while a few of the little ones found him a teensy bit scary, some adult fans of could not resist snuggling up for a photograph. Wedgewood Nougat and Tasha's Fantastic Fudge was handed out after chats about what was on Christmas lists this year.
POSH shopping pleasures and informative displays were set up by Adventure Fitness, Angill Candy Creations, Anita's Jewellery, Argilla Pottery, Ballie's Original Thunderbums, Bella Jo Gourmet Pasta, Big Valley Dried Fruit & Nuts, Bits and Bobs, Buchanan Interiors, Chocolate Sensations, Chris Wireworks, Cookin', Crossways Health Centre, Crystal Deva, Devine Presents, Eaton's Fine Foods, Elbows Up, Fill the Gap, Forest Garden Produce, Franklin Framing, FreeMe, Glass Cuttings, Hilton Clothing, Hilton Travel, Honey Jewellery, iMBALI Blends, Integrity Oils, Just So!, Just-U, Kalahari Kids, KZN Wildlife Kids Club, Lemonlicious, L.Y.N. Food, Marvellous Munchies, Merriducks, MiaB Creations, Miglio Designer Jewellery, MoiraLaine Jewellery, NCF Community Projects, Nuts About Books & Toys, Papillon Pots, Pelican Print, Rollin Vintage, Rondavel Soaps, Ronnoco Nursery, ROSABELLA, Silver Penny, The Aloe Nursery, The Gourmet Greek, The Green Herb, The Soap Room, Thekari - Armour of God, Viking Foods and With love Leandra kept our shoppers happy.
Our POSH porters, Mitchell and Brad, did a great job in helping vendors with setting up and dismantling their stands.
A huge round of applause goes to all involved in making the day a success with a special mention for Protea Hotel, Hilton, our hosts. The boerewors rolls were a hit, the salads delicious, the service was great, their staff welcoming and the venue uniquely ambient.
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