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Debonairs Pizza opens 300th Restaurant
It was a spectacular occasion when on the 3rd of June 2010 a host of Durban's celebrities gathered to celebrate the launch of Debonairs Pizza's 300th restaurant. The representation and support from KZN's media, social, sporting and business fraternity certainly is testament to why Debonairs Pizza is considered to be 'SA's Favourite'.
With South Africa's leading pizza restaurant having come a long way since it first opened its doors from the back of a bakery 19 years ago - it was a fitting and apt occasion that saw both of these milestones having taken place in KZN!
Joined by the eThekwini Deputy Mayor Logie Naidoo, founder Craig McKenzie and franchisees Gavyn Hough and Chris Farrant, Debonairs Pizza, The Pavilion, was officially opened by Derrian Nadauld - The Managing Executive of Debonairs Pizza. Debonairs Pizza brand ambassador and soccer legend Doctor Khumalo was also present to mark this significant milestone and assisted the Deputy Mayor in cutting the marigold ribbon. "This certainly has been a benchmark occasion for Debonairs Pizza," commented Derrian Nadauld. "That Durban's celebrities came to raise a toast to our brand, is fantastic! We take our hats off to franchise owners, Chris Farrant and Gavyn Hough for putting in the effort and making the commitment to Debonairs Pizza. They are considered as being one of our most successful franchise teams and we're extremely proud to have them on board to launch their 9th and our 300th restaurant!"
Part of the days line-up of events included hosting 30 young players from development soccer teams in the area. They were given the opportunity to interact directly with a living legend of football, Doctor Khumalo, whilst enjoying delicious pizzas. Doc Khumalo arrived to a blast of Debonairs vuvuzela's and a sea of faces alight with awe and excitement. "It was 'goose-bump' stuff!" commented Doc Khumalo who also made it clear that pizza is a filling and balanced meal for everyone to enjoy! Following the Q & A session conducted with the aspiring Bafana-Bafanians, the teams went home with 300 pizzas to share with fellow team mates, as well as autographed footballs and an experience that is sure to last them a lifetime!
The new restaurant opening has been perfectly timed for the influx of soccer fans who will be able to watch soccer and eat pizza! They can enjoy the new Soccer Favourites range of pizzas from Debonairs Pizza, including pizzas aptly named the 'Defender', 'Striker' and 'Keeper'.
