Our First Braai

We had our first official South African braai last weekend.

Our neighors, Marcus and Laura, did all the work, and Katie and I just stood around, drank wine and gave unhelpful advice about where to place the coals.

But it all took place on our deck, so I think we get at least partial credit for hosting a braai. We ended up with a grill on our deck because the same neighbors didn't have room for it on theirs. So they're storing it over here.

There's not too much difference between an American barbeque and a South African braai, except in the quality and variety of meat. There's no hamburgers and hot dogs at a braai, but there are steaks and sausages instead. And Marcus and Laura were kind enough to bring over stuffed squash for Katie, the vegetarian.

Also, in a traditional braai, they use wood instead of charcoal. Marcus threw a few logs on the fire to simulate the traditional experience. He's trying to get them to light in that picture at the top of this post.

There's a few more pictures from the event here.