Ukuva
English expat in Mauritius
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English
Lives in Grand Baie, Rivière du Rempart
Speaks English
Registration: 28 August 2018
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international cafe franchise in Mauritius by cafeaulait01
Esteemed members, Hope this finds you well and that you had a great start to the new year. During one of my recent visits to the gorgeous island I noticed a lack of presence of international coffee chains such as Starbucks and Costa. I agree that ...
Rule #1 ... protect GP. Read More
international cafe franchise in Mauritius by cafeaulait01
Esteemed members, Hope this finds you well and that you had a great start to the new year. During one of my recent visits to the gorgeous island I noticed a lack of presence of international coffee chains such as Starbucks and Costa. I agree that ...
GP .. gross profit ... the opposite of FC ..food cost. GP = net item profit ÷ net takings for the item x 100 .... for the business to be successful... you require 75% GP less 2 % for wastage = monthly stocktake GP should never fall below 73% ... Read More
international cafe franchise in Mauritius by cafeaulait01
Esteemed members, Hope this finds you well and that you had a great start to the new year. During one of my recent visits to the gorgeous island I noticed a lack of presence of international coffee chains such as Starbucks and Costa. I agree that ...
Good advice Winston ... having a "point of difference" that attracts locals is the key to maintaining a consistant turnover ... very tight systems in place for protecting your GP (rule #1) ... and a consistant program for increasing ... Read More
international cafe franchise in Mauritius by cafeaulait01
Esteemed members, Hope this finds you well and that you had a great start to the new year. During one of my recent visits to the gorgeous island I noticed a lack of presence of international coffee chains such as Starbucks and Costa. I agree that ...
Good advice Winston ... having a "point of difference" that attracts locals is the key to maintaining a consistant turnover ... very tight systems in place for protecting your GP (rule #1) ... and a consistant program for increasing ... Read More
Setting up Bar/Restaurant in Mauritius? by Mikki
Those living at Mauritius, any hints and tips about the subject? I would like to know is there some special issues, and if this is good or bad idea? I'm long-time professional in bar management industry, looking to relocate due health issues.
I have owed restaurants for over 40 years .. (London and Cape Town) .. it is a very tough business and so important that EVERY aspect of the business ... is "done " correctly ... all on this thread ... please .. all .. tread very ... Read More
international cafe franchise in Mauritius by cafeaulait01
Esteemed members, Hope this finds you well and that you had a great start to the new year. During one of my recent visits to the gorgeous island I noticed a lack of presence of international coffee chains such as Starbucks and Costa. I agree that ...
I have dug deep into the research on the "coffee business" for Mauritius ... it has lots of short term risks ! .. but .. there is a way of doing it ! Read More
international cafe franchise in Mauritius by cafeaulait01
Esteemed members, Hope this finds you well and that you had a great start to the new year. During one of my recent visits to the gorgeous island I noticed a lack of presence of international coffee chains such as Starbucks and Costa. I agree that ...
Interesting questions .. why do you ask ? Read More
Retired residency by Ukuva
Anyone got clarity on this for retirement visa ? ... BOI say 35k US$ over a one year or spread over 12 months ... SEEFF property say 40k US$ per year for 3 years ! .. anybody know which it is ... 35k total or 120k total ??
Perfect ... thanks for taking the time for the comprehensive response ... have a great weekend. Read More
Retired residency by Ukuva
Anyone got clarity on this for retirement visa ? ... BOI say 35k US$ over a one year or spread over 12 months ... SEEFF property say 40k US$ per year for 3 years ! .. anybody know which it is ... 35k total or 120k total ??
Sorry .. an additional thought someone might have an answer to ... if I bring in all three years worth (90k $) in one go ... can I use it to get immediate permanent retirement residency permit without waiting 3 years ? ... can I use all 90k to buy a ... Read More
Retired residency by Ukuva
Anyone got clarity on this for retirement visa ? ... BOI say 35k US$ over a one year or spread over 12 months ... SEEFF property say 40k US$ per year for 3 years ! .. anybody know which it is ... 35k total or 120k total ??
Big thanks Read More
Retired residency by Ukuva
Anyone got clarity on this for retirement visa ? ... BOI say 35k US$ over a one year or spread over 12 months ... SEEFF property say 40k US$ per year for 3 years ! .. anybody know which it is ... 35k total or 120k total ??
Big Thanks .. but ... one link says 30k pa ... the other says 40k pa ... however ... both say 3 years .. so that clears that part of the issue up ... leaving 10k US$ pa difference ... ? .. Read More
Retired residency
Anyone got clarity on this for retirement visa ? ... BOI say 35k US$ over a one year or spread over 12 months ... SEEFF property say 40k US$ per year for 3 years ! .. anybody know which it is ... 35k total or 120k total ?? Read More
New members of the Mauritius forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Mauritius forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hey.. I am a restauranteur from London looking to retire / find "talent" to mentor and invest in here in Mauritius, been resident in Cape Town and have restaurants there as well. Looking forward to meeting and finding ambitious and ... Read More