South African Traditional dishes that are loved by all and have become a symbol of the Country. The unique names that have been given to these authentic South African foods.
Food and Recipes
The history of how South Africa started its wine industry and the areas where the main wineries of the country are situated. South Africa’s wine industry which began hundreds of years ago and today is recognised as one of the top 10 wine producing countries in the world
Wine industry
South African’s love their meat and the barbeque (or braai as it is called in South Africa) is very popular and is part of the heritage of the country.. South Africa even has a “National Braai Day” which is celebrated every year on the public holiday – Heritage day. Having […]
Braai
Potjies are traditionally South African cast iron pots. They are becoming increasingly popular in many countries around the world. In South Africa, potjies are used as an alternative or even sometimes at the same time as a traditional barbeque. The pot is rounded at the bottom, has 3 legs, and […]
Potjies
South African desserts – South Africans love their desserts and boast many unique and tasty after-dinner specialities. Whether people gather for a large family lunch, a braai with friends or even just need something sweet to nibble on, our sweets and desserts form a significant part of our heritage and […]
South African desserts
Bobotie – a traditional South African curry-flavored mince with a milk and egg base. Easy to make and delicious Curry flavoured mince with a milk and egg base Click here to return to main Recipe page Back to Home Page
Bobotie
Melktert – A traditional South African dessert. A delicious pie base with a creamy custard filling and cinnamon filling. Melktert - A traditional South African dessert. A delicious pie base with a creamy custard filling and cinnamon filling Click here to return to main Recipe page Back to Home […]
Melktert
Monkey Gland Sauce – An extremely popular South African sauce that normally goes with steak and is served at most braais and in many South African steak houses (and no…. it is not made from the glands of monkeys or any other monkey parts) Serve at a braai, on steak […]
Monkey Gland Sauce
Poffertjes – originating in Holland, these traditional Dutch treats are similar to pancakes but are much fluffier. They can be served with any sweet topping. Originating in Holland, these traditional Dutch treats are similar to pancakes but are much fluffier. They can be served with any sweet topping. Click here […]
Poffertjes
Sosaties are one of the most popular dishes at a braai. Generally, they are made with lamb but can be replaced with red turkey meat to make delicious sosaties. Dutch Kebabs made with lamb but can be replaced with red turkey meat to make delicious sosaties. Click here to return […]
Sosaties
A delicious Cape Stew Click here to return to main Recipe page Back to Home Page
Tomato Bredie
Traditional South African Pickled Curried fish is a very easy-to-make delicious meal that can be eaten hot or cold. Delicious Traditional Pickled Curried fish can be eaten hot or cold. Click here to return to main Recipe page Back to Home Page