South African BBQ - Braai

South African food and drink

Many cultures have lived, grown, and flourished in Southern Africa over the centuries and the food of the region – otherwise known as “cape cuisine”, reflects this multi-ethnic flavour.

The South African Braai

A Braai (pronounced br-eye) is the South African version of a barbecue. Almost anything can be cooked on a braai - though meats like steak, lamb and chicken are particularly popular.

Braai top tips

Some top tips to help your Braai go with an authentically South African swing.

Braai glossary

Planning a South African braai? For those who really want to throw themselves into things why not try out some of these braai terms for that extra bit of authenticity?

South African Inspired Recipes

BBQ beef ribs with cabernet sauce

Old World chicken stew

Chicken piri-piri