Braai 101
A good thermometer for food is the most important tool you can own, right up [...]
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Braai 101
The best cleaner for your stainless steel braai depends entirely on the mess you're facing. [...]
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Forget dry, boring gammon saved only for Christmas. In South Africa, a perfectly cooked gammon [...]
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Braai 101
We've all been there. You make that split-second decision to grab a sizzling hot grid [...]
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Braai 101
Updated: 3 Sep 2025 A table top gas braai is your secret weapon for quick, [...]
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A good thermometer for food is the most important tool you can own, right up there with your favourite pair of tongs. It’s the secret to getting juicy, perfectly cooked meat every single time you light the fire. Forget poking, prodding, or slicing into a beautiful steak too soon—temperature is the only language your meat […]
The best cleaner for your stainless steel braai depends entirely on the mess you're facing. For everyday fingerprints and light grease, a simple mix of mild dish soap and warm water is surprisingly effective, safe, and gets the job done without any fuss. For more stubborn jobs, you'll need a bit more muscle. A specialised […]
We've all been there. You make that split-second decision to grab a sizzling hot grid with a folded tea towel or a flimsy oven mitt. It’s a moment of pure panic, followed by a frantic juggle, praying you don’t drop the tjops (lamb chops) or sear your fingerprints clean off. A proper heat resistant glove […]
Updated: 3 Sep 2025 A table top gas braai is your secret weapon for quick, convenient cooking. It’s a compact, portable gas braai that gives you instant heat and pinpoint temperature control, perfect for a weeknight tjop (a South African term for a lamb or pork chop) without the full ceremony of a wood fire. […]
A good pizza stone for oven use is your secret weapon for that restaurant-quality, perfectly crisp pizza crust right in your own home. It works by soaking up and blasting out intense, even heat, basically turning your oven into a makeshift brick oven. This is what zaps the moisture out of the dough and gets […]
So, you’re ready to build a permanent spot for countless lekker get-togethers? Good on you. Building your own brick braai is a proper weekend project, but it’s more than that. It’s about creating the heart of your home’s outdoor life, a solid structure that’ll become the focal point for family and friends for years to […]
When you invest in a top-quality stainless steel braai stand, you're not just buying another piece of outdoor gear. You're buying a lifetime of better outdoor cooking. It brings unmatched durability, fantastic heat control, and a cleanup that won't make you groan. It’ll stand up to salty coastal air and the fierce Highveld sun, all […]
When you want a long, hot fire that’ll keep you warm all evening, the rule is simple: the best wood for fireplace use is a dense, seasoned hardwood. Local South African favourites like Rooikrans, Black Wattle, and Blue Gum are brilliant choices because they burn slowly and produce a fantastic bed of long-lasting coals. Think […]
Updated: 3 Sep 2025 Welcome to the definitive guide on how to smoke meat, the South African way. The secret is simple: low, slow heat and flavourful wood smoke transform everyday cuts into tender, juicy masterpieces. The best part? You can achieve this on the kettle braai or gas grill you already own, without needing […]
Ever wonder how your local pizzeria gets that perfect, crispy-chewy base every single time? The secret weapon is a pizza stone for your pizza oven. It’s the single biggest upgrade you can make for your backyard setup, delivering that lekker (a South African term for great or delicious), professional-quality crust that a normal metal tray […]