The Things That Live Rent-Free In Our Homes
In some households, nothing goes to waste. Each item has its reason for sticking around, even if it seems trivial to others.
Category: Culture
The way we do things, the things we pass down from our parents and grandparents – that’s what makes us who we are. These stories show how much our traditions mean to us, from family gatherings to the special ways our community does things. Check out all the articles we’ve written about it.
Is It A Roti? Is It A Salomie? Let’s Settle This
The roti made its way to South Africa many years ago thanks to Indian migrants. It soon became an integral Read more
Would You Sign This Petition Against The Passion Gap?
Lynn Sirmonpong, a Western Cape teacher, is done with the passion gap.
If you haven’t heard the term before it Read more
Traditions We Live And Love
Some things we do as a community will always be around. Year after year, we honour what the generations before Read more
10 Stereotypes about Coloured People We’re Moeg Of
Julle need to stoppit with these clichés about coloured people.
How Christian Funeral Traditions Honour Loved Ones
Cape Christian funerals have a way of being both heavy and light at the same time.
4 Tasty Differences Between Breyani And Akni
Breyani traces its origins to Iran, where the name can be linked to the Persian term “birinj biriyan,” meaning Read more
Homemade Breyani Spice Mix to Make Your Dish Smaak Delish
You’ll notice that I’ve spelled it “breyani,” not the more traditional “biryani.” I know the “proper” way is biryani, Read more
How to Vlek Snoek (Like The Poggenpoel’s Would)
First, a quick history lesson to explain the title: the Poggenpoels are a family of fishers who’ve been part Read more
Tsek with Your Fancy Food Names
Cape Town’s food vocabulary is in a league of its own. I’m all for proper pronunciation—except when I’m not. Read more
10 Colourful Facts About The Kaapse Klopse
The Kaapse Klopse Tweede Nuwe Jaar Minstrel Parade is Cape Town’s way of starting the year with energy, rhythm, and Read more
The Smokkelhuis — Every Neighbourhood’s Got One
A smokkelhuis (or smokkie) is a residential building that sells booze. They “smokkel,” meaning they sell without a license. Read more