Biodynamic Braais

Posted: November 13th, 2009 | By Neil Pendock | Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged as , , , , , ,
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WOSA’s much anticipated braai book is slowly taking shape. I spent yesterday morning with biodynamic farmer Angus Macintosh and Spier cellar master Frans Smit checking out Angus’ Nguni cattle from a culinary point of view. The duo are unbeatable braai brothers: Angus hails from the Natal midlands and brought his own Zulu herders to look after the Bonsmaras and Ngunis.

Frans comes from Kakamas on the Groot Gariep and is a braaimeister second to none as he demonstrated with some nifty moves on a herd of lamb chops and biodynamic wors last night. While the selection process for inclusion in WOSA’s book are still duister, wannabe contributors should consider Spier’s stance on sustainability that sees Merino sheep corralled in Angus’ Stellenbosch vineyards and Boschveld chickens used for pest control.

Angus, Samson and Frans

Angus, Samson and Frans

To drink, I would suggest the Frans K Smit 2004 Bordeaux blend with a splash of Pinotage. Frans got a Platter five star certificate from the eponymous sighted wine guide last night for the 2005 vintage and the 2004 is even better, but having not submitted to the pundits, may still be available in remote bottle stores. We’ll be putting it through its paces tonight at Bistro Bizerca with some Hermanus heavies and Alsatian winemaking superstar Julien Schaal is flying down specially to join in.

Biodynamic lamb chops in waiting

Biodynamic lamb chops in waiting

Something for vegetarians

Something for vegetarians

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Roelof Gous

November 14, 2009 at 5:34 pm

Niel, how does I enter this wosa book? I have a lekker ruby cabernet and a resep for sheep tjops.

 

Cameron

November 18, 2009 at 9:39 pm

I would like to buy some of this amazing sounding biodynamic produce, how can I get hold of it? Is it for sale? Is there a website?

 

Neil Pendock

November 19, 2009 at 12:14 pm

Roelof

This from the WOSA marketing newsletter #34:

Dear Producer,

WOSA BRAAI BOOK: Do you want to feature?
WOSA is producing a book about wine and braais as part of our marketing efforts in
2010. It will promote the SA outdoor lifestyle with braai stories and recipes from
people in the winelands. This book will form the basis of summer promotions in
our overseas countries, and hopefully we will also be doing wine & braai events at
the 2010 World Cup public screenings in our key markets.

If you would like your recipe / braai story to feature, please send a short description
(maximum one page) to Hanlie (hanlie@wosa.co.za). The selection will be made
by the editor on the basis of likely international appeal, authenticity, diversity,
originality, and the story associated with the recipe. The book will need a balance
of recipes, including side dishes.

The deadline for submissions is 11 September 2009. We aim to publish the book
in early January.

 

Erica Liebenberg (on behalf of Spier)

November 20, 2009 at 11:38 am

Hi Neil and Cameron:
Angus has advised that his produce can be found at Pick N Pay Stellenbosch Square and Spar in Somerset West (Lion Square). It carries the Spier name for identification purposes: currently the chicken, vegetables and eggs are avaiable.

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