before there was BBQ, there was braai….
The earliest archaeological evidence of barbecue (Braai) is found in South Africa. On September 24th of each year the country celebrates Heritage Day, which in 2007 was renamed Braai4Heritage as a testament to its cultural importance to South Africa.
Unlike barbecues, which are mainly reserved for the warmer months in many parts of the world, South Africans braai all year round in any type of weather!
Break it down for me further?
BRAAI (pronounced “Brye”)
Noun 1. A meal cooked over an open fire outdoors.
2. A casual get together where food is prepared in this fashion.
3. An outdoor appliance on which food can be grilled.
Verb (braais, braaied, braaing) to grill food over an open fire.
[Afrikaans]
We are passionate about braaiing, which prompted our mission to not only share the concept here at home but also to craft a wine that captures its essence. We wanted the perfect wines to pour at our own braais!