31/05/2026
Tomorrow marks the end of an incredible chapter as I hand over the keys of Village Square Deli to its new owner, Anne-Mari Ihrck.
When I started this journey, I never imagined how many wonderful people I would meet along the way, or how much this little deli would become a part of my life. Today, my heart is filled with gratitude.
To our loyal customers, thank you for your support, kindness, encouragement, and friendship. Thank you for choosing us, sharing your stories, celebrating special moments with us, and making the deli a place filled with warmth and laughter.
To our suppliers, thank you for your partnership, reliability, and the role you played in helping us deliver quality products and experiences to our customers.
To my amazing staff, thank you for your dedication, hard work, loyalty, and passion. We shared challenges, victories, long days, busy seasons, and countless memories that I will always treasure. You helped turn a dream into a reality, and for that I will be forever grateful.
Most importantly, thank you all for allowing me the privilege of getting to know you. The friendships, conversations, and connections formed through Village Square Deli have enriched my life in ways I could never have anticipated.
As one chapter closes, another begins. I would like to warmly welcome Anne-Mari Ihrck as the new owner of Village Square Deli. I wish her every success, happiness, and fulfilment as she takes this beautiful business forward. I have every confidence that she will continue to build on what has been created and make it her own.
To our wonderful Stilbaai community, I ask that you continue to support Anne-Mari and Village Square Deli. Local businesses thrive because of the people who believe in them, and your support will be invaluable as she embarks on this exciting new journey.
Thank you for being part of mine.
With sincere gratitude,
Blanca Pretorius
