Grilling is a big deal in South Africa. We even have a day dedicated to it—Sept. 24, Heritage Day, AKA Braai Day; a public holiday where we celebrate our heritage by firing up the grill. It sounds ...

Every South African loves a good braai and this summer, it’s all about smaller get-togethers and keeping things closer to home. But that doesn’t mean get-togethers can’t be equally memorable. Getting ...

Chicken: Although some may regard chicken as a vegetable, its lean white meat can be quite succulent. Chicken takes the longest to cook, so braai it over moderate coals and turn it regularly. For ...

Tongs at the ready! Summer’s here and it’s time to fire up the coals. Here are top tips to make your braai brilliant. You know summer is in full swing when delicious braai aromas waft through your ...

Having great braai recipes on the menu is always important, especially if you’re planning to take top ‘Braai Master’ honours. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite braai recipes from top chefs and ...

Nobody knows a braai better than the founder of National Braai Day, which celebrates its 20th anniversary on Tuesday, 24 September 2024. His excellent new book, Atmosfire (with the subtitles Recipes, ...

Nelson Mandela is officially "improving," though still in critical condition at a South African hospital. His long battle with a lung infection has South Africans anxiously contemplating their ...

Cape Town - Braai expert Jean Nel, author of ‘Braai the Beloved Country’, gives his 10 must-have braai tools to turn any amateur into a pro. Foil drip tray This keeps the base of the kettle braai ...

“In Zimbabwe, ‘braai’ is the word for barbeque,” a woman explains as we are seated at East Broad Street’s newest and most unique culinary experience. Her name is Sibu and the Braai Hut is her passion ...

Many South Africans are finding it harder to stretch their budgets, and you can notice it when you’re buying groceries, even for a braai. This weekend, whether grilling in your backyard or hosting ...

In a nation with 11 languages, Braai is the unifier. Braai roughly translates to barbecue, and it is as much a pastime as a cuisine. South Africa is a country known for its cultural diversity, but ...

You know braai day is in full swing when delicious braai aromas waft through your neighbourhood. With clear skies and warm weather, many people are getting braai fires going and inviting friends and ...