Summary: The Homestead in Plumstead is hosting a Heritage Day braai on Thursday, 24 September 2026 from 12:00. Adults pay R590 per person and children under 10 pay R250. The menu includes Pickled Fish Bunny Chow, Beef Oxtail Dumpling Potjie, Spatchcock Chicken, Lamb Boerewors, South African sides and a selection of baked puddings with homemade custard and cream.
The braai is back at The Homestead, and Heritage Day is getting the full lunch treatment.
On Thursday, 24 September 2026, The Homestead in Plumstead will gather guests around a generous South African menu from 12:00, with familiar favourites joined by a few clever twists.
Adults pay R590 per person, while children under 10 pay R250.
- Lunch begins with Pickled Fish Bunny Chow topped with Raita Cream and Stampkoring Nectarine Sambal, setting things off with plenty of local flavour before the buffet-style braai takes over.
- The main spread includes Beef Oxtail Dumpling Potjie and Spatchcock Chickens marinated in Citrus, Harissa and Fynbos Honey. Lamb Boerewors comes with Sweet Tomato Roast Garlic Smoortjie, while the vegetable dishes are given just as much attention.
- Guests can tuck into Charred Cabbage in Creamed Spinach Sauce and Ginger-beer and Korrelkonfyt Sweet Potatoes. The salads include Butterbean Chopped Cucumber Salad with Strained Amazi and Pickled Onion, plus Shaved Green Bean and Snap Pea Salad with Medjool Dates, Pistachio and Mint Dressing. Then comes the dangerous part for anyone who thought one helping would be enough.
- Dessert is a selection of South African baked puddings served with homemade custard and cream. The line-up includes Malva Pudding, Cape Brandy Pudding, Roly Poly, Baked Sago Pudding with Apricot Jam and Caramel Apple Tart.
It is a Heritage Day menu that leans comfortably into tradition while giving the classics a little personality of their own. Bookings are limited and subject to availability.
The Homestead is located at 23 Constantia Main Road, Plumstead, with the entrance in Bardia Road.
- Phone: 021 797 9819
- Email: info@foodfanatics.co.za
Quick details
- Venue: The Homestead
- Location: 23 Constantia Main Road, Plumstead, entrance in Bardia Road
- Event: Heritage Day braai
- Date: Thursday, 24 September 2026
- Time: 12:00
- Adults: R590 per person
- Children under 10: R250
- Style: Buffet braai with starter and dessert selection
- Bookings: Limited and subject to availability
- Phone: 021 797 9819
- Email: info@foodfanatics.co.za
FAQs
How much is the Heritage Day lunch at The Homestead?
Adults pay R590 per person and children under 10 pay R250.
When is the Heritage Day braai?
It takes place on Thursday, 24 September 2026 from 12:00.
What is served for the main braai?
The buffet includes Beef Oxtail Dumpling Potjie, Spatchcock Chickens with Citrus, Harissa and Fynbos Honey, Lamb Boerewors with Sweet Tomato Roast Garlic Smoortjie, vegetables and salads.
What desserts are included?
Dessert includes Malva Pudding, Cape Brandy Pudding, Roly Poly, Baked Sago Pudding with Apricot Jam and Caramel Apple Tart, served with homemade custard and cream.
Are bookings required?
Bookings are limited and subject to availability, so advance booking is recommended.
