Summary

Popular with local and countrywide customers who enjoy spice dishes. On a busy main road in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town with good frontage and parking. Also has online store and website. Marketed on social media.

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Fully describe the business's activities?

Sale of authentic Indian ( Durban) Curry Powders and Spices and Indian products related to Indian Cuisine.

How does the business operate on a daily basis?

Over-the-counter trade and delivery, by courier, of products..

What Advertising/Marketing is carried out?

Social Media/ Advertising Boards outside the shop/ Word of mouth

What competition exists?

Only the local supermarkets carry spices, but nothing like a dedicated shop with this stock holding and/or variety.

How could the profitability of the business be improved?

More advertising and selling cooked Indian curries to take away.

Give a breakdown of staff/ functions/ length of service?

2 x Staff members are full time having been with the business for nearly 1 year.
The other staff member is part time.

Do any have management potential?

Yes, 1 staff member is very responsible and is already in a Management position.

How involved is the Owner in running the business?

Very involved - hands on.

When does the current lease end?

March 2025

What are the trading hours?

Monday to Friday - 9am - 6pm / Saturday - 8am to 2pm

What are the main assets of the business?

Yes - a full list is available

Strengths?

Authentic Indian ( Durban ) curry powders and Indian products related to Indian cuisine.
Excellent service with delivery by courier.
Popular with local and countrywide customers who enjoy spice dishes.
On a busy main road in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town with good frontage and parking
Has online store and website and is marketed on social media.