Set above a secluded beach on the KZN South Coast, this renovated property is now an idyllic retreat for the Durban families who co-own it. However, it wasn’t always like this. When they bought it, it consisted of a warren of rooms and lacked outdoor areas where they could enjoy the sea views...
Bananas go beautifully with chocolate and they’re easy to cook on the braai. So try something new and whip up a chocolate mousse in a Weber and throw those bananas on the grill...
Making desserts on the braai seems a bit daunting, but this recipe allows you to create a killer dish in no time at all while enjoying the company of your guests...
What’s a South African braai without a tasty potato salad? We love the traditional version but this recipe from Reuben Riffel will make your taste buds go wild. Use baby potatoes, spice up plain mayo with some horseradish, add fresh herbs, roasted tomatoes and leeks and you have a winning side dish...
Use 100% pure red meat (steak) to make the burger patties, and the sauce is made with the finest red ingredients known to braai kind – significant figureheads like red onions, red bell peppers, paprika, cayenne pepper and tomato...
Two of the most popular side dishes to the South African braai are the traditional braaibroodjie and a Greek salad. They usually meet on the plate. These braaibroodjies are quite bulky and need to be braaied with care. Best practice is to use a hinged grid of adjustable width...
If you love hamburgers but you’re not always in the mood for all the bread that normally goes with it, this recipe is for you. The gelatinous nature of the aubergine takes the concept of a slider to the next level as you won’t need to chomp through a giant burger bun...
These mini burgers are perfect for celebrating Heritage Day on 24 September. Present them on a pretty serving plate as a starter or serve them as a main with all the usual sides. They’re easy to make and have a hint of spice...
To call kofta ‘meatballs’ is a bit of misnomer, as they are oblong and are threaded lengthways onto flat skewers for braaiing. Metal skewers work best for kofta, as bamboo skewers may be too thin and flimsy to support them...
Don’t leave seafood out of your Heritage Day menu. Prawns are great on the braai and this recipe is quick and easy to prep, tastes amazing and makes an interesting starter...
