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Premier Sales imports and distributes quality foods to the Namibian Market. Our focus is on Mediterranean Delicacies; Specialty Cheeses and more. We value quality and are Proud of every Product we offer.

Wednesday 30 November 2011

Sugar Free Fat Free Sweets!

Premier Sales recently started the distribution on the Jols & Jila Sweet Range in Namibia.
This product is especially made for people with Diabetes.



Jols 3 Fruits Sugar Free Pastilles

Jols 3 Fruits pastilles are delicious, mouth watering sweets bursting with real fruit juice. Certified tooth friendly, sugar free, fat free, gluten free and high in fibre and contains all natural ingredients.


 

 

Jols Blackcurrant Sugar Free Pastilles

Jols Blackcurrant pastilles are delicious, mouth watering sweets bursting with real fruit juice. Certified tooth friendly, sugar free, fat free, gluten free and high in fibre and contains all natural ingredients.

 

 

 

Jols Forest Berries Sugar Free Pastilles

Jols Forest Berries pastilles are delicious, mouth watering sweets bursting with real fruit juice.

Certified tooth friendly, sugar free, fat free, gluten free and high in fibre and contains all natural ingredients.







Kopiko Sugar Free Coffee Drops

Kopiko Coffee Drops are hard boiled sweets made with the finest coffee bean extracts.

Enjoy this rich flavoured coffee candy, anywhere, anytime for a real caffeine kick!.




 

 

 

Licorette Sugar Free Pastilles

Licorette Pastilles contain acacia gum, an organic, 100% natural extract from the Acacia tree. Certified tooth friendly, sugar free, fat free, gluten free and high in fibre and contains all natural ingredients.






Jila Sugar Free Peppermint Tins

Jila Peppermints are hard pressed sugar free mints in attractive re-usable curved tins.

Smooth to the very end. A must for smokers.




 

 

Jila Sugar Free Spearmint Tins

Jila Spearmints are hard pressed sugar free mints in attractive re-usable curved tins.

Smooth to the very end. A must for smokers.




 

 

 

 

 

Jila Peppermint Sugar Free Gum

Jila Peppermint Gum is clean, sweet, refreshing, and without sugar, Jila is the perfect remedy to sweeten your breath.

Sugar free and long lasting, it is simply the best.



Jila Spearmint Sugar Free Gum

Jila Spearmint Gum is clean, sweet, refreshing, and without sugar, Jila is the perfect remedy to sweeten your breath.

Sugar free and long lasting, it is simply the best.





 

 

 

 

 

Slim Fruits Rhubarb/Strawberry Sugar Free Pastilles

Slim Fruits are new in Namibia.

Sugar free, fat free, gluten free and high in fibre and contains all natural ingredients.



 

 

Slim Fruits Peach/Melba Sugar Free Pastilles

Slim Fruits are new in Namibia.

Sugar free, fat free, gluten free and high in fibre and contains all natural ingredients.





Try it, you will LOVE IT!

Tuesday 29 November 2011

Klein River Cheese


 
Klein River Cheese offers an array of twelve exceptional South African cheeses.
Committed to producing a healthy and as far as possible natural product, the cheeses contain pasteurized cow’s milk, free of hormones and antibiotics; non-animal microbial rennet and no colourants or artificial preservatives.

The cheeses are available from Pick n Pay, Checkers & Spar throughout Namibia.
 
 

DANBO


Danbo is mild and slightly aromatic and has a pale, elastic interior. Its texture is smooth and firm and it has a slightly stronger taste than Gouda.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 4 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
It can be used for snacks, breakfast or grilling.

Did you know:
Klein River Danbo has twice received a third place at the SA National Dairy Championships.
Danbo originated in Denmark during the first decade of the 20th century.
 

COLBY



An all purpose cheddar style cheese. The cheese is soft and springy, with a sweet and mild flavour. Colby has a higher moisture content than Cheddar and its texture is more elastic.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 4 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
Ideal used as a table cheese, for grating, grilling, snacks & salads.

Did you know:
It is said that Colby was first made in 1885 in Wisconsin in the United States.
 

LEIDEN



Mild and creamy with caraway seeds.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 4 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
Ideal used as a table cheese or for a cheese platter.
Pair with beer.

Did you know:
Klein River Leiden is made with Caraway seed, but the original Dutch Leiden/Leyden is spiced with Cumin seeds. Its history is quite mysterious and no one seems to know how it came about. One popular theory is that an apprentice cheese maker was enjoying some cumin seeds and accidentally dropped a handful into the cheese vat. In fear of being fired, he didn’t tell the cheese maker and when the cheese was tasted, they all loved it!
 

South African GRUYERE, YOUNG



A hard cheese with a subtle tang, that matures for approximately three months.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 6 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
Table cheese, cooking.
 

South African GRUYERE



Slightly grainy, the cheese has a wonderful complexity of flavours - at first fruity, then revealing earthy, nutty characteristics that linger on the palate. It is has a rich full flavour with a strong tang and matures for six months.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 6 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
Delicious served in a classic cheese fondue, adds wonderful flavour sprinkled over a salad or pasta dish, in a quiche, grilled on an open sandwich or simply served by itself.
Wine Pairing
Sauvignon Blanc
Riesling – The perfect wine for cheese, especially Gruyere.

Did you know:
This is our most popular product.
Since 2003 the South African Gruyere has been awarded either 1st or 2nd place at the SA Dairy Championships; received numerous medals at the World Cheese Awards in the UK, America and Europe.
Gruyere cheese originated in Switzerland and has been made there for centuries.
 

South African GRUYERE, MATURED



A strong flavour, with a crumbly texture. Matured for ten to twelve months.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 6 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
It too can be used in a classic cheese fondue and grated over a pasta dish or salad. Served on a cheese platter; grilled over your vegetables or potato dish; baked in scones or muffins; or simply with a glass of wine. It can be used in so many ways and adds fantastic flavour to any meal.
Wine Pairing: Pinot Grigio

Did you know:
This cheese was crowned the Dairy Product of the Year in 2004. It has also received numerous awards since including a gold medal at the World Cheese Awards; a Qualité award for outstanding product quality and a Slow Food award for creativity and pioneering efforts to extend the range of world class South African cheeses.

RACLETTE



Although the cheese has a pleasant flavour, it is intensified when heated by fire or under a hot grill. Then the full, nutty, sweet and slightly fruity aromas are released and the stringy elasticity of the melting cheese makes it truly magnificent.
 
 
Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 4 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
Try it sliced & grilled on potatoes or blanched vegetables. Fill Ciabatta bread with pesto, slices of tomato, plenty of Raclette cheese and toast over the coals.

Did you know:
Klein River Raclette has received several awards at the SA Dairy Championships including a Qualité Award for outstanding product quality.
The original Raclette cheese is an ancient mountain cheese common to the Savoie region in France and the canton of Valais in Switzerland. Raclette was also the name of a dish which dates back more than 700 years.
The semi-hard cheese was often eaten by shepherds and farmers, who traditionally cut the large cheese in half and leant it against a stone with the cut surface facing the open fire. The outer layer of the supple interior was allowed to heat up gradually. As soon as it started to crinkle and change colour, it would be served over a bowl of steaming potatoes, onions and pickles.
 
Klein River Raclette melts to a velvety creaminess with a warm golden colour. Try this recipe at home it makes an ideal quick meal.
  • 2 red Onions
  • 5ml sugar
  • 90ml red wine vinegar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • A generous pinch of dried dill
  • 500g new potatoes
  • 250g Klein River Raclette
  • salt & ground black pepper
  • selection of salami, sausages & country-style ham, to serve

First make the pickle. Spread out sliced onions in a dish, pour over boiling water to cover and leave to soak until cold. Meanwhile, mix the sugar, vinegar, salt and dill in a small pan. Heat gently stirring until the sugar has dissolved then cool. Drain the onions, pour the vinegar mixture over, cover and leave for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight. Boil the potatoes in their skins, then drain and place in a roasting tin. Preheat the grill. Season the potatoes and arrange the Raclette on top. Place under the heat until the cheese melts. Serve hot with sliced cold meats. Drain the excess vinegar from the pickled red onion and serve the pickle with the potatoes. Enjoy. Serves 4

 

HAVARTI


It is a simple, washed-rind cheese with irregular holes throughout. It is full-flavoured & creamy and becomes stronger with age.
 

Havarti is a table cheese that can be used for slicing, grilling, or melting. It can be enjoyed every day, on sandwiches or with fruit & vegetables as a snack. It melts well and can therefore also be included in omelets, pasta, quiches and on vegetable dishes. Try Havarti grated over salads, grilled on baguette, or use to make an appetizer by layering Havarti, sliced cucumber and fresh dill on small squares of rye. Havarti also serves well as a dessert cheese. Serve on a cheese board with pears, apples, figs, raisins, walnuts and pair with a Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay or a light-bodied Pinot Noir.

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 6 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
Table cheese, cooking.

Did you know:
Klein River Havarti has won first place in its category for five consecutive years at the SA Dairy Championships.
Havarti originated in Denmark in the mid 1800s.



STANFORD



Inspired during a study tour in France our cheese maker developed this magnificent hard cheese and named it after our village. The texture is relatively hard and the taste is mild, slightly sweet, and 'nutty'.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 6 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
Excellent for cooking, melted over roast chicken, in canapé’s, gratins or simply as a snack.

Did you know:
Since 2007 Stanford has been awarded several prizes and the SA Dairy Championships.
Origin, Stanford, South Africa!
 

OAK SMOKED STANFORD



Our very popular Stanford is sent to a magnificent farm near Villiersdorp where is it smoked using a cold smoking technique. Smoking is done the old fashioned way, controlling the draft and temperature by hand. Oak shavings from old wine barrels are used and this gives the cheese a unique flavour.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 6 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
Your imagination is the only limit for using smoked cheese. Try it on sandwiches; cubed and tossed in salads; grated over pasta salad; melted in a cheese sauce; or stirred into mashed potato.

Did you know:
Klein River Smoked Stanford received a Slow Food Award for creativity and pioneering efforts to extend the range of world class South African cheeses in 2010.

VAN BEULEN


After many years of cheese making our cheese maker created a cheese of his own. This semi hard cheese has a complex flavour.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 6 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
This cheese is ideal as a table cheese, in snacks, for grilling & will compliment any cheese platter.

Did you know:
Klein River Van Beulen remains a firm favourite amongst visitors to the cheese farm and has twice received awards at the SA Dairy Championships.

GRANA


Klein River Grana is a hard cheese which is matured slowly. The cheese is fresh, fruity and sweet. With its strong flavour a little goes a long way. Klein River Grana has a smooth, natural rind that is hard and thick. It lasts a long time without spoiling and freezes very well.
 

Basic Ingredients:
Cow’s milk; selected cultures; non-animal microbial rennet; calcium chloride

Other Information:
Shelf life: approximately 6 months from day of packaging
Size and packaging: approximately 200g pre packed pieces
Suitable for Vegetarians

Uses and pairing:
It may be used as a table cheese, for grating, cooking or served as a condiment.

Did you know:
Klein River Grana has twice been awarded at the SA Dairy Championships.
The word "grana" in Italian means "grain”.

Delicious Fondue
 

INGREDIENTS:
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Klein River Gruyere
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Klein River Colby
  • ½ cup shredded Klein River Raclette
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp Maizena (cornstarch)
  • 1 clove garlic, halve
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Splash of kirsch (Swiss liquor), optional
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • Crusty bread cut into large cubes

METHOD:
In a medium sized bowl, combine the three cheeses and toss with the flour. Rub the inside of the fondue pot with the garlic halves. Add the wine and heat over a medium heat until hot, but not boiling. Stir in lemon juice and kirsch. Add a handful of cheeses at a time to the wine mixture, stirring constantly and not adding more cheese until the previous has melted. When it is bubbling gently and has the appearance of a light creamy sauce, season with pepper and nutmeg. Remove the pot from the heat and place over an alcohol safety burner on the table. Adjust the burner so that the fondue continues to bubble gently. Serve with plenty of crusty bread cubes.
 
FONDUE HISTORY:
The first known recipe for the modern cheese fondue under that name, with cheese and wine but no eggs, was published in 1875, and was already presented as a Swiss national dish. Despite its modern associations with rustic mountain life, it was a town-dweller's dish from the lowlands of western, French-speaking, Switzerland: rich cheese like Gruyère was a valuable export item which peasants could not afford to eat.
The introduction of cornstarch to Switzerland in 1905 made it easier to make a smooth and stable emulsion of the wine and cheese, and probably contributed to the success of fondue.
Fondue was popularized as a Swiss national dish by the Swiss Cheese Union in the 1930s as a way of increasing cheese consumption. The Swiss Cheese Union also created pseudo-regional recipes as part of the "spiritual defense of Switzerland".
After World War II rationing ended, the Swiss Cheese Union continued its marketing campaign, sending fondue sets to military regiments and event organizers across Switzerland. Fondue is now a symbol of Swiss unity. 
 
 

Enjoy!