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Traditional South African Food
South Africa has a wide variety of cullinary and multicultural tastes. It is called "Rainbow Cuisine."
African, Dutch, British, Afrikaans, Cape Malay and Portuguese Mozambique and Indian are all the
flavours that have been blended in to make the variety of tastes that they have today.
Meat, vegetables and potato are what most of the diet consists of and is made in many different
ways by the many diverse cultures.
The country has the most amazing weather and the outdoor living is something that people from
other countries would be envious of.
They have four seasons and the people of South Africa appreciate the sunshine, heat and weather
conditions by creating many of their social events outdoors.
Braai's and potjiekos are social eating plans which are prepared and cooked outdoors.
Dinner Recipes
There are so many different flavours, spices and recipes to try that it is impossible to walk away
without feeling satisfied after tasting their food.
From fruits to wines to vegetables and meats, there is a wide variety of things to try and experiment
and none of them will leave a bad taste in your mouth.
The South African food experience is an adventurous and tantalising one, from wines, to fruit, to
food and snacks, they have it all and it is definately worth the try.
Recipes From Around The World
Each Province has a different style of eating but the general South African enjoys meat, vegetables,
potjies, potjies, braai's and pap.
Recipes for some of the most popular dishes are right here for you to try.
Prepare to pick up a couple of extra pounds when travelling through South Africa, as there are so
many options for tasy foods that you will not be able to resist.
If it is tradional Zulu meals you are wanting to try than it could be prepared differently in each
Province.
A braai in Johannesburg is different to a braai in Cape Town or Durban and only once you get there,
will you be able to understand what I mean.
The tastes of Africa await you and the experience with soaking up the sun in a tropical environment
whilst having an ice cold beer with friends who are preparing their most famous dishes on a braai,
potjie or on a stove is one that you will never forget.

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Traditional South African Food

  • 1. Traditional South African Food South Africa has a wide variety of cullinary and multicultural tastes. It is called "Rainbow Cuisine." African, Dutch, British, Afrikaans, Cape Malay and Portuguese Mozambique and Indian are all the flavours that have been blended in to make the variety of tastes that they have today. Meat, vegetables and potato are what most of the diet consists of and is made in many different ways by the many diverse cultures. The country has the most amazing weather and the outdoor living is something that people from other countries would be envious of. They have four seasons and the people of South Africa appreciate the sunshine, heat and weather conditions by creating many of their social events outdoors. Braai's and potjiekos are social eating plans which are prepared and cooked outdoors. Dinner Recipes There are so many different flavours, spices and recipes to try that it is impossible to walk away without feeling satisfied after tasting their food. From fruits to wines to vegetables and meats, there is a wide variety of things to try and experiment and none of them will leave a bad taste in your mouth. The South African food experience is an adventurous and tantalising one, from wines, to fruit, to food and snacks, they have it all and it is definately worth the try. Recipes From Around The World Each Province has a different style of eating but the general South African enjoys meat, vegetables, potjies, potjies, braai's and pap. Recipes for some of the most popular dishes are right here for you to try. Prepare to pick up a couple of extra pounds when travelling through South Africa, as there are so many options for tasy foods that you will not be able to resist. If it is tradional Zulu meals you are wanting to try than it could be prepared differently in each Province. A braai in Johannesburg is different to a braai in Cape Town or Durban and only once you get there, will you be able to understand what I mean. The tastes of Africa await you and the experience with soaking up the sun in a tropical environment whilst having an ice cold beer with friends who are preparing their most famous dishes on a braai,
  • 2. potjie or on a stove is one that you will never forget.