"Bali Bliss: A South African's Guide to Biltong, Braai, Beach, and Beer!"
- balibiltongbar
- Jan 3, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 16, 2024
Are you a South African living in Bali and wondering how to keep the party alive? Well, fret not, because there are two magical words that can instantly transport you back to the sunny plains of South Africa – Biltong and Braai!

Having spent over a decade in the rainbow nation, where weekends, holidays, birthdays, and even the occasional Tuesday were all just excuses for a braai, I can attest to the fact that the braai culture runs deep in the veins of every South African. They even have a Braai Day – yes, you heard it right, a whole day dedicated to the art of braaiing, and it's called Heritage Day!
Fast forward to my current Bali life, and guess what? The braai obsession didn't stay behind. I'm still happily married to my South African spouse, and the smell of sizzling meat on the braai is as essential to us as the Bali sun. So, what do we do almost every weekend? You guessed it – we have a braai!
Now, here's the secret sauce to keeping the South African braai spirit alive in Bali – the sacred tradition of "Bring and Braai." We bring our own meat and drinks to the party host's place, just like we did back in South Africa. It's like a braai potluck, but with more flavor and less formalities.
And what's a braai without some epic snacks? Enter the dynamic duo – Biltong , a South African snack sensation, that's like beef jerky but way cooler, more exotic far cousin, tender strips of marinated beef, air-dried to perfection and Pork Crackling. When friends come over, we're not just grilling, we're snacking like champions. Picture this: Biltong disappearing faster than you can say "braai," and the heavenly combo of Biltong and Pork Crackling creating a symphony of flavors in our eager mouths. Trust me, it's the snack revolution you didn't know you needed.

Now, let's talk about the Bali essentials for a South African in paradise – Biltong, Braai, Beach, and Beer. These four Bs are the pillars of our Bali bliss. Whether we're enjoying a beachside braai with friends or soaking up the sun with a cold beer in hand, these elements are our lifeline to the South African spirit in the heart of Bali.
So, if you find yourself craving a taste of home while living the tropical dream, just remember – Bali Biltong Braai Beach and Beer are the keys to unlocking that South African magic in paradise. Cheers to a life where every day is a braai day, and the beach is your backyard!
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