Definitive Proof That Braais Are Grilling Awesome

September 24th in South Africa marks Heritage Day—a celebration of the nation’s diversity of cultures, beliefs and traditions. On this day, Braai4Heritage calls upon all South Africans to come together for a joyous celebration of their nation by having a braai (BBQ). Here are 13 tantalizing photos that explain why the South African braai is grilling awesome.

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Scroll slow, this isn't your typical eat-it-and-beat-it affair.

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Braai, baby. You had us at "lekker eet."

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We've known each other for some time now, so what do you say? Let's heat things up.

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We can keep it intimate with a braai for two in KwaZulu Natal.

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Or you can bring your friends. We'll bring our friends and we can all be friends. Maybe do this every weekend?

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Bunny Chow? More like Bunny chicka wow wow.

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We love that Snoek is so fresh and firm...

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...and adventurous enough to bring Butter into the mix.

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Hey, Boerewors. Can we have your food babies?

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Sosaties, you're the perfect blend of hot and spicy. We'd love to slow cook you all day...

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...but we know a good Braai never lasts long enough.

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Oh, Braai. You always leave us satisfied and looking forward to the next time.

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Until then, what do you say, wanna spoon like Malva pudding?

Learn more about South African traditions and join in the Heritage Day festivities here: http://budurl.com/HeritageDay