New Capitol Cinemas launches Platinum Lounge
Thursday, April 18, 2019

With the new Platinum Lounge at Capitol Cinemas, customers will be able to enjoy their meals while watching their favourite movies PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
Chief Executive Officer of New Capitol Cinemas Botswana, Natalie Makoni said that one of the reasons for the Platinum Lounge was that customers tend to spend a lot of money on food before watching a movie of their choice. The rule at the cinema is that food from outside is strictly prohibited.
“We have a fully working in-house restaurant where by our customers can come and order meals of their choice. The meals delivered while they watch clients are watching a movie,” said Makoni.
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