KEANSBURG, NJ, August 26, 2012 (Press-News.org) August is in full swing and it feels great to be a South African living in the USA. With the Olympics just ended, we can truly be proud of the men and women of South Africa who returned home with 6 medals in all. What a highlight of the Olympics to watch our very own Oscar Pistorius achieve something spectacular. He warmed the hearts and brought tears to the eyes of people worldwide. Absolutely amazing to say the least! A job well done for team USA, not only did they lead the medal count; they also brought 104 medals home. No small feat.
With the 2012 Olympics over, it is time to focus on new exciting events taking place over the next few weeks that we want to share with you.
Springbok Club at The Pig 'n Whistle 8/24
The Pig 'n Whistle monthly gathering is coming up on Friday the 24th of August. If you are interested in sharing your experiences of living in the U.S. as a South African, this event should simply not be missed. I have yet to walk away from an event without meeting someone new and interesting. Whether it's how to get/change a VISA, the application process for citizenship, finding out the top shops for SA products, or the proper lingo to use when ordering, each event is helpful, enjoyable, and informative. The proud sponsor of each event is Braaitime.com. You get the additional bonus of FREE biltong and droewors tasters while you mingle and there are always numerous South African goodies available for sale.
South African Food and Wine Festival 9/8&9/9
If you have not yet attended the Annual South African Food and Wine Festival in GumSpring, VA, we suggest you make plans now and get your ticket for this year's event taking place on the 8th & 9th of September, 2012. Get your tickets here: http://southafricanfoodfest.com/.
Visitors to The South African Food & Wine Festival experience a unique cultural event in a beautiful pastoral setting. Sampling South African wines, meeting and chatting with South African winemakers, tasting the authentic dishes of South Africa, shopping for South African imported goods and listening to an amazing line-up of South African performers are all part of
this annual two-day festival, which is now celebrating its 7th year.
South African LAMB Spitbraai 9/15
Another exciting and taste-bud tantalizing event coming up in September is the 2012 South African LAMB Spitbraai on Saturday, September 15th from 11:00am to 6:00pm at Wyebrook Farm,150 Wyebrook Road, Honey Brook, PA 19344 www.wyebrookfarm.com
For further details email: adams_milly@hotmail.com or visit Facebook http://www.facebook.com/events/468902926467799/
Kaia Wine Bar - pure South African cuisine - farm to table dining 9/16
If you're looking to treat yourselves to something extra special, then look no further and join us on Sunday, September 16th at Kaia Wine Bar for an evening of farm to table dining. Come join us and experience pure South African cuisine with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients. Several dinner courses will be served, each with an appropriate wine pairing. Food will be served family style- shortly after 7pm. For further details visit http://www.facebook.com/events/171977846270122/
Any questions do not hesitate to contact Zaan Eksteen: ekstez@gmail.com 862-268-2867 (cell)
Tickets are limited and available for sale through September 1, 2012 so be sure to get them now!
Annual Springbok Club Autumn Braai 9/29
What better way to welcome Fall than the Annual Springbok Club Autumn Braai. This Bring and Braai takes place at the same venue as the Potjie Contest, the beautiful Sandy Hook, NJ braai area on September 29. It is a much less formal affair but just as much fun. Everyone bring your own goodies and tasty treats to share. September and good weather in New Jersey
go together like smarties and knick knacks. See you there! For further details check out http://www.facebook.com/events/275573005881452/.
For those of you who live too far away to attend any of these events we hope that you enjoy keeping in contact with fellow South Africans via the numerous Facebook groups including The New York New Jersey Springbok club http://www.facebook.com/groups/2384067878/
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Braatime LLC is active in the NYC South African community so the Blog will be a platform to share events happening here and in throughout the entire states.
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"I just ate some for the first time and it was totally succulent and tasty. Best biltong I've eaten states-side. Well done Braaitime!" says Daniella Slon.
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Braaiitime.Com Announces Upcoming Events on South African Foods-Cultural-News for Those Living Abroad in The United States
Covering upcoming events on South African foods, cultural news for those living abroad in the United States. Looking for the South African foods you crave from home? Then visit Braaitime.
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