Across race, language, region and religion, South Africans share a common heritage – when we have something to celebrate we light fires, and prepare great feasts. It is called many things: Chisa Nyama, Braai and Ukosa to name few. On 24 September every year we celebrate this heritage as National Heritage Day and National Braai Day. Let’s call on all South African friends and family to unite around fires, wave our flag and share our heritage. Here are a number of venues across the country which will be offering special Braai Day festivities.
GAUTENG
Stonehaven On Vaal
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: Stonehaven on Vaal (next to Baddrift Bridge), Sylviavale Ah, Vaal River, Vanderbijlpark
Celebrate our Rainbow Nation with culinary treats from all of SA’s different cuisines with a special Buffet boasting the best of all our cultures. Heritage Day Cruises on the Vaal River too!
stonehaven.co.za/
Graceland Fun Farm
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: Graceland Fun Farm Zwavelpoort Rd, Plot 198, Pretoria
Price includes live entertainment, kids playground, welcome drink, 2 salads, roosterkoek and dessert, wood/charcoal to braai, spices and sauces and cutlery. A selection of braai packs will be available to choose from.
gracelandfunfarm.co.za
The Barn Restaurant at Irene Dairy Farm
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: Nellmapius Drive, Centurion
Book now for the braai on Heritage Day. Receive a 10% discount on your meal for groups of 20 or more when prepaying for the braai buffet… Invite the whole family to join in!
www.irenefarm.co.za/restaurants/the-barn-restaurant/
Die Bos
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: 124 Wekker Rd, Moreletepark, Pretoria
PJ Cruz is singing on National Braai Day from 15:00 till 19:00. Pap and Sauce as well as braai fires, on the house. Bring your own meat or buy a 200 gram Rump and Boerewors for R50. Come and enjoy the day with us.
www.facebook.com/Die-Bos
KWAZULU-NATAL
Bosveld Butchery at San Marco Centre
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: Cnr. Francis & Harrismith Rd, Egerton, Ladysmith
Starting at 8am and carrying on until late, it promises to be fun galore for the whole family. There will be jumping castles, clowns and balloons, face painting, hair spraying, a snake show and ice cream for the little ones. The adults can enjoy a sheep on the spit braai, hamburgers, sosaties, wors rolls, bunny chows, pancakes and puddings. A DJ will provide the musical entertainment.
ladysmithgazette.co.za
WESTERN CAPE
The Alpaca Loom Coffee Shop and Weaving Studio
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: Suid-Agter-Paarl Rd
Boerewors rolls, home-made melktert and a day in the sun. Their new sand box will be ready and waiting for your kids! In the petting zoo, one of the new kids on the block – Cappuccino – finally figured out how to eat out of the hand…
www.alpacas.co.za
Mondiall Kitchen and Bar
When: Lunch & Dinner, 24th and 25th September
Where: Alfred Mall, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Come celebrate Heritage Day and Braai Day at Mondiall with a gourmet braai platter. Hosted by Head Chef, Stephen Mandes, winner of the ‘Ultimate Braai Master’ Season 3. Due to popularity, booking is essential. Braai Platter for 2 – R380. Platter includes Boerewors, Barbecue Chicken Kebab, Lamb Loin Chops, Skilpaadtjies, Roosterbroodtjies, Spring Vegetable Salad.
www.mondiall.co.za
Noordhoek Farm Village
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: Noordhoek Main Road, Cape Town
Join in on the fun at the 2014 Heritage Day Potjiekos Challenge, where chefs compete in the ultimate potjiekos cook-off. The competition kicks off at 10am and judging takes place at 3pm after which guests can sample potjies.
www.thefarmvillage.co.za
Shimmy Beach Club
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: South Arm Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
This year, Shimmy’s Restaurant will be offering a special lunch menu. Their delicious a la carte menu will be available and Executive Chef, Adrian Cook, will also be putting together some delectable South African favourites for their special menu. As per tradition, the resident DJ’s will set the laid-back, vibe from the beach – playing a selection of local music. Guests will also receive a complimentary mini-massage from the ladies from Mangwanani. They also have dedicated au pairs who can supervise children, while parents and grandparents enjoy the public holiday. There is no cover charge for the day.
www.shimmybeachclub.com
Delheim Garden Restaurant
When: Saturday, September 24
Where: Knorhoek Road, Stellenbosch
Celebrate Heritage Day with their delicious rolled lamb loin cooked whole on the fire. Accompanied by red cabbage kimchi, pumpkin fritter, braaibroodjie, Delheim garden Swiss chard, lamb jus and a salad amuse from their garden. Includes a glass of Merlot.
www.delheim.com/restaurant/delheim-restaurant
