New owners, brothers Barry and Carl van Wyk have some exciting ideas to give Harbourview Superspar in Port Shepstone a fresh new look and feel.

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The Van Wyks have been involved in Spar and Tops retail outlets for 15 years and hope their experience and knowledge will be put to good use at the popular supermarket and liquor outlet.

Not only do Carl and Barry strive for service excellence, but the dynamic duo are also determined to offer their valued customers the shopping experience they deserve.

Already new and fresh changes are being implemented to transform the store, with added benefits for shoppers including a florist, garden and gift corner.

“There is a drive to towards healthier eating, so we aim to improve the quality of our fresh produce and ensure our products meet our customers’ expectations.

“We also plan to introduce more fresh, chopped and diced fresh produce, thus offering our customers the convenience of  ‘easy meals’,” says Barry.

The brothers add that shoppers can expect a whole new look and feel to the store.

The aim is to make Harbourview a destination store which is all about the customer.

Plans include re-tiling, new fridges,  and a ‘grab and go’ counter selling doughnuts, samoosas and hot dogs, strategically placed at the entrance.

The deli and bakery will be moved to the back of the store, next to the coffee shop.

“We are striving to be more customer-friendly and shoppers will have noticed that we have dropped the height of the shelves so that products on the top shelves are more easily accessible,” adds Barry.

“It’s encouraging that we have already received positive feedback on the changes.”

I think this Spar is one of  the best in KwaZulu-Natal,” – Frik van der Merwe 

Harbourview is a very-community driven supermarket, with a huge emphasis on buying local and supporting local.

Customers can soon expect to see an exciting new twist to the popular Market Day on Wednesdays with, says Barry,  the addition of ‘various little treats’, as well as the return of popular specials like half-price sushi.

Although the upgrade is planned to be complete by December,  Covid-19 restrictions have presented a unique set of challenges.

Talented florist artist Sydney Neill runs the pretty gift and flower corner at Harbourview.

This fascinating nook is filled with gifts, jewellery and accessories, handmade and customised by Sydney himself.

He says he only buys first grade fresh flowers for the bouquets as these last longer, and has  introduced a pretty garden section at the entrance of the store.

Sydney plans to offer different and unique artwork, including rubberised art, for sale so do keep an eye on this intriguing section of the shop.

As they say, nothing brings people together like good food.

Shaun Gounden heads up the butchery. “We strive to serve the best quality meat and give the best service,” he says.

Shaun has years of experience in the field, and is following a family tradition.

“The meat industry runs in my family’s blood,” he laughs.

Roxanne Newel, formerly the friendly face of Nello’s Breads in Southport, has taken over the bakery and sweet treat section.

The skilled baker is best known for her delicious pasties and breads, and she will be inducing a new range of sour dough and gluten-free options.

“I am so excited about this new adventure,” she adds.

Valery Berman heads up the deli and coffee shop, and says she couldn’t do as good a job without the invaluable assistance of head chef Wilson Ngcobo and Maureen Mzobe, who runs the coffee shop.

Harbourview Superspar has a delicious and well-priced selection of coffee, breakfasts and tasty lunch meal options to keep you going throughout the day.

Constance Mbatha  has 23 years’ experience in the industry, and is very exited to welcome the new owners and work with them to provide a better shopping experience for customers.