Today is Heritage Day in South Africa also commonly known as “Braai Day”
A braai is the Afrikaans word for Barbeque. In Zulu it is called Shisha Nyama which literally means “burn meat”
Shisa nyama is a term used in many South African townships to describe an informal barbecue or “braai: where friends come together near a butchery, to grill meat in an open fire.
On this day, South Africans across the spectrum are encouraged to celebrate their culture and the diversity of their beliefs and traditions, in the wider context of a nation that belongs to all its people.
At Vuyani Safari Lodge we do not shy away from Tradition. This evening our in house guests will be dining in the “Boma”
A boma is a term used to describe a livestock enclosure or a small fort. It is an enclosed area outside of the lodge where we often serve meals. A nice big bonfire is made and lanterns and candles create a beautiful setting.
A couple of my previous blogs included recipes of dishes mainly served at a Braai or Barbeque.
Vuyani Safari Lodge will celebrate Heritage Day the Proudly South African way.