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37-402: Mopani was one of the first camps to offer a Sunset Drive-Boma Braai combo activity. This is a combination of the standard Sunset Drive game drive and Boma Braai (a catered braai in a boma near the camp). Park staff also offer guided bush walks, game drives, bush breakfasts and bush braais. The western portion of the camp contains a walking trail along the fence, with views of the lake. Mopani

74-517: A braai (plural braais ) is a barbecue or grill and is a social custom in much of Southern Africa . The term originated with the Afrikaners , but has since been adopted by South Africans of many ethnic backgrounds. The Afrikaans word braaivleis ( English: / ˈ b r aɪ f l eɪ s / ; Afrikaans pronunciation: [ˈbrɑːiflɛis] ) means grilled meat. The word vleis is Afrikaans for meat, cognate with English flesh . Braai

111-513: A braai is much better than having a barbecue. While wood was formerly the most widely used braai fuel, in modern times the use of charcoal , briquettes and gas ( gas braai ) has increased due to their convenience, as with barbecues elsewhere in the world. There has, however, been a renewed interest in the use of wood after the South African government started its invasive plant species removal programme. Many households now own both

148-400: A soy sauce and vinegar-based dip . It can also refer to any meat or seafood dish cooked and served in a similar way. Inihaw are commonly sold as street food and are eaten with white rice or rice cooked in coconut leaves ( pusô ). Notable versions of inihaw dishes include chicken inasal , satti (a native version of satay ), and isaw . An extremely popular type of inihaw

185-636: A gas and wood or charcoal braai . A portable charcoal or wood braai is called a braai stand . Similar to a potluck party , braais are casual and relaxed social events where families and friends converge on a picnic spot or someone's home (normally the garden or veranda) with their own meat, salad, or side dish in hand. A braai typically includes boerewors , sosaties , kebabs , marinated chicken, pork and lamb chops, steaks, sausages of different flavors and thickness, and possibly even racks of spareribs . Fish and rock lobster , commonly called crayfish, are also popular in coastal areas, particularly on

222-562: A grill at the table. It is a main course and is therefore served with rice and side dishes such as kimchi . Bulgogi literally means "fire meat". The more common Korean BBQ is called galbi , which are marinated ribs. Barbecuing is very popular in Japan as part of an outdoor activity. Normally, more vegetables and seafood are incorporated than in the United States, and soy sauce or soy-based sauces are commonly used. Occasionally,

259-429: A mixture of spices similar to a curry mix and pulverised peanut. Most common meats are chicken, lamb, and beef, and in non-Muslim enclaves one will also find satay made from pork and animal offal. Satay is a mainstay of most Malaysian, Indonesian, and Singaporean barbecues. Traditional satay uses only chicken thigh meat cut into strips before they are skewered. Other types of satay include pork, mutton, and beef. After

296-588: A popular dish in American and Canadian Chinese restaurants, consists of thinly sliced lamb, beef, chicken, pork, or other meat, seasonings, vegetables, and noodles, or a combination thereof, which is quickly cooked over a flat circular metal surface that has been heated. Satay is popular in several Southeast Asian countries, including Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines. It consists of pieces of meat skewered on bamboo sticks marinated in

333-470: A term used in many townships to describe a barbecue or braai where friends or families come together to grill meat in an open fire (usually near a butchery ). The site is usually provided by the butcher owner and only people who buy meat from the butcher are allowed to use the facility. Shisa nyama is a Zulu phrase and, literally, means to "burn meat". Braai Day is a celebration of South Africa's rich cultural heritage and its unique national pastime,

370-453: A tomato and onion sauce , a monkey gland sauce , or a more spicy chakalaka at a braai . Sometimes this activity is also known as a dop en tjop ( dop being Afrikaans slang for an alcoholic drink , literally meaning "cap" or "bottle top", and tjop being the informal Afrikaans term for lamb chop) when significant amounts of alcohol are involved. A braai is a social occasion that has specific traditions and social norms . The meal

407-457: Is khorkhog . They first heat palm-sized stones to a high temperature over a fire and alternate layers of lamb and stone in a pot. The cooking time depends on the amount of lamb used. It is believed that it is good for one's health to hold the stone used for cooking. Another way of cooking is a boodog ( boo means "wrap" in Mongolian). Usually marmot or goats are cooked in this way. There

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444-518: Is a mu kratha restaurant. Besides mu kratha , common barbecued foods in Thailand are satay , kho mu yang , and kai yang . Sosatie Sosatie is a traditional South African dish of meat (usually lamb or mutton) cooked on skewers. The term derives from sate ("skewered meat") and saus ("spicy sauce"). It is of Cape Malay origin, used in Afrikaans —the primary language of

481-426: Is another highlight of a Singaporean barbecue. The fire starter used is not the typical lighter fluid or charcoal chimney starter used in western grills. Instead, the fire starter comes in a box of small rolled up briquettes made of sawdust and wax which is lit and placed under a stack of charcoal briquettes. Mu kratha is a cooking method that originated in Thailand, In Philippines, Singapore and Malaysia, it

518-515: Is brushed on near the end of cooking. At the same time, foil-wrapped pieces of corn and sweet potato are placed on the hot coals; these take a long time to cook so they are usually eaten at the end of the barbecue. Unlike Western barbecues, everyone gathers around the fire and cooks their own food, so the atmosphere is closer to that of a fondue or a hot pot . Bulgogi (불고기) is thinly sliced beef (sometimes pork or chicken) marinated in soy sauce, sesame oil , garlic and chili pepper, and cooked on

555-458: Is known as mookata . Mu kratha is prepared with sliced meat (most often pork) is grilled on the dome in the centre while the vegetables and other ingredients, such as fish balls, cook in the soup (also called Thai suki ). The hot pot sits on a pail of burning charcoal which grills or boils the food. The best foods for this cooking method are pork, chicken, mutton, lamb, seafood, vegetables, and mushrooms. The local traditional Thai mu kratha

592-483: Is mostly charcoal fired and Singaporeans roast a variety of Southeast Asian and Western food. Besides satay, other BBQ food includes sambal stingray or cuttlefish wrapped in aluminium foil, grilled meat (chicken, pork, beef) marinated in BBQ sauce commonly made from soya sauce, pepper, salt, sugar, and oyster sauce. Taiwanese sausages , chicken franks, and sausages are also grilled. Marshmallows skewered using satay sticks

629-467: Is no pot needed for cooking boodog , after slaughter and dressing, the innards are put back inside the carcass through a small hole, and the whole carcass is cooked over the fire. The Mongolian barbecue often found in restaurants is a style of cooking falsely attributed to the mobile lifestyle of nomadic Mongolians. Originating in Taiwan in the mid to late 20th century, the so-called "Mongolian barbecue",

666-608: Is only 12 km (7.5 mi) south of the Tropic of Capricorn . There is a sign and parking space on the tarred road north of camp at the tropic. Visitors are allowed to disembark from their vehicles at this spot (at their own risk). South of camp on the southern bank of the river (although a 4 km (2.5 mi) drive away) is the Pioneer Dam Bird Hide, as well as the Shipandani sleep-over Hide. In addition to

703-428: Is regarded by some as another word for barbecue, in that it serves as a verb when describing how food is cooked and a noun when describing the cooking equipment, such as a grill . The traditions around a braai can be considerably different from a barbecue, even if the method of food preparation is very similar. Due to the traditional activities that occur around a braai , many South Africans would argue that having

740-558: Is subsequently eaten outside by the braai stand, since these gatherings are normally hosted during the long summer months. What often makes a braai different from barbecue in that it is the "go-to" social event for many South Africans, from Christmas Day, to graduation parties, to birthdays and every day get togethers, used as a means to celebrate. Other cultures may reserve a barbecue as a special event in its own right. Such events may be catered, and when catered are often spit braais (spit rotisseries). General Motors South Africa used

777-568: Is the lechón , which is a spit-roasted whole pig dish stuffed with lemongrass and spices. Although it has acquired a Spanish name during colonial times, the method of cooking and the ingredients are indigenous to the Philippines. Lechon manok , a variant made with whole chicken is also popular. "Barbecue" (also "BBQ" or "barbeque") is also a general term in Philippine English to refer to food cooked in skewers. This includes dessert dishes like banana cue and camote cue . In

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814-417: Is the Shipandani sleep-over bird hide. While it is a standard hide during the day, it can be booked as accommodation for 2-6 guests. The hide provides fairly primitive accommodation, with no electricity and only an outdoor toilet. An outdoor kitchen, including cutlery and crockery, is also available for guests. Braai Barbecue varies by the type of meat, sauce , rub , or other flavorings used,

851-431: Is usually served with nam chim suki , a popular dipping sauce. It is well known for using chili sauce as the main ingredient. Some restaurants serve nam chim seafood to accompany seafood. When cooking mu kratha , a chunk of fat is commonly grilled at the apex of the pan so its grease prevents food from sticking. Barbeque in Thailand are mostly found at restaurants inside shopping malls for example Bar-B-Q Plaza which

888-554: The braai . It aims to unite all South Africans by encouraging them to partake in a fun and tangible activity shared by all demographic groups, religious denominations, and body types. It is celebrated annually by South Africans across the world on 24 September (South Africa's Heritage Day ). The event was initiated by the Mzansi Braai Institute in South Africa in 2005 and, since 2008, has been promoted under

925-491: The Braai4Heritage banner, a non-profit initiative. On 5 September 2007, Emeritus Archbishop Desmond Tutu was appointed patron of National Braai Day (now called Braai4Heritage). The initiative received the endorsement of South Africa's National Heritage Council (NHC) in 2008. Similar to South Africa, the term braai is also used by Zimbabweans to refer to a barbecue. Other terms you may hear are kugocha in

962-608: The Cantonese-speaking regions, pork barbecue is made with a marinade of honey and soy sauce, and cooked in long, narrow strips. This form of barbecue is known as char siu , and is commonly eaten and is a common street food. In addition, outdoor barbecues (usually known simply as BBQ) are popular among local residents on short trips to regional parks in the countryside. These are invariably charcoal-fired, with marinated pieces of meat, usually beef, pork, sausage or chicken wings, cooked using long, hand-held forks . Honey

999-584: The Cape Malays, and the word has gained greater circulation in South Africa. Marinated, cubed meat (usually lamb) is skewered and cooked by braaing (barbecued) shish kebab style. Sosatie recipes vary, but commonly the ingredients can include cubes of lamb, beef, chicken, dried apricots, red onions and mixed peppers. To prepare, mutton chunks are marinated overnight in fried onions , chillies , garlic , curry leaves and tamarind juice, then threaded on skewers and either pan-fried or grilled. However,

1036-519: The Japanese-style fried noodle yakisoba can be cooked as well. In addition, jingisukan (mutton), yakiniku (grilled meat), and horumonyaki (beef or pork offal ) are also used. Yakitori is the Japanese equivalent of shish kebab . Spare ribs , chicken, and steak are also grilled and glazed with teriyaki sauce . Nomadic Mongolians have several barbecue methods, one of which

1073-608: The city state of Singapore, barbecue or BBQ, as it is commonly known, is a common feature at social gatherings, but a less common feature of a typical Singaporean's daily lifestyle and diet. A majority of Singaporeans live in government subsidised apartments or HDB flats. A lack of open space in homes results in BBQ gatherings in parks or chalets. The Singapore National Parks Board rents out barbecue pits that are placed in popular parks such as East Coast Park , Punggol Park , Pasir Ris Park , West Coast Park , Changi Beach Park , Sembawang Park , and Pulau Ubin . Singapore-styled BBQ

1110-417: The meat has been cooked over a charcoal flame, it is served with a thick, gooey dipping sauce made from the same mixture as the marinade for the meat, a peanut-tasting, curry-like mixture. In the mountainous regions of North Borneo , the local Kadazan people's specialities are chicken satay and snake-meat satay, though the latter, as of 2007, is only available under exceptional circumstances. Before 1990, it

1147-411: The point in barbecuing at which they are added, the role smoke plays, the equipment and fuel used, cooking temperature, and cooking time. The meat may be whole, ground (for hamburgers ), or processed into sausage or kebabs . The meat may be marinated or rubbed with spices before cooking, basted with a sauce or oil before, during or after cooking, or any combination of these. In South Africa,

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1184-606: The predominantly Shona North or chesa nyama in the South. Usually a variety of different meats are prepared including beef, pork and chicken, and there are always several salads to accompany including potato salad, beetroot, chakalaka and coleslaw. The popular sadza is also served during a braai as well as rice. Chuanr are small pieces of meat on skewers roasted over charcoal or, sometimes, electric heat. Chuanr originated in Xinjiang and in recent years has spread throughout

1221-586: The rest of the country as a popular street food, most notably in northern China. Chuanr was traditionally made from lamb (yáng ròu chuàn, 羊肉串), which is still the most common, but now, chicken, pork, beef, and various types of seafood can also be used. In busy tourist areas, chuanr can also be made with various insects, bugs, birds, and other exotic animals. Barbecue can also be found in night markets and in some restaurants, often sold on skewers. Some restaurants allow customers to barbecue at their own table; many of these are all-you-can-eat chain restaurants. In

1258-480: The restaurant, shop, laundromat and filling station, Mopani provides a conference centre with space for up to 300 people. Mopani is a cottage-only lodge, providing no camping facilities. It is able to sleep up to 498 people in a variety of bungalows, cottages and guest cottages. The Xanatseni guest house can sleep a further 8 people. On the southern bank of the Tsendze River, a short way downstream of Mopani,

1295-571: The term braai in the 1970s in its localized jingle "Braaivleis, rugby , sunny skies, and Chevrolet " to advertise their cars in South Africa—equivalent to the slogan "baseball, hot dogs , apple pie , and Chevrolet " in the US and, to a lesser extent, " football , meat pies , kangaroos & Holden Cars" used in Australia. Shisa nyama also spelled chisa nyama or chesa nyama , is

1332-425: The west and southwest coasts, and prawns are also braai ed. Bring-and-Braai is a braai that guests bring food (usually including meat) and drinks to (in other braais , the host usually organises the meat and guests contribute side dishes and drinks). The other main part of the meal in some regions of the country is pap ( / ˈ p ʌ p / ). Pap is made from finely ground corn/maize and may be eaten with

1369-471: Was possible to get satay of animals like tapir , elephants, flying fox , goannas and wild boar . However, these animals are now rare or endangered and their use in this manner is prohibited. In the Philippines , native barbecue dishes are generally referred to as inihaw (also sinugba or inasal ). They are usually made with pork or chicken and are served on bamboo skewers or in small cubes with

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