During the summer most South Africans do a braai (pronounced 'bry-i'), which is the equivalent of a barbecue. A great deal of red meat, potato salad and green salads. Beer, wine and champagne are a staple for New Year's Eve. I think most people do far more drinking than eating.
Personally, I enjoy light snacks and stay far away from excessive red meat.
Happy New Year Crystal and thank you for creating this thread. I enjoyed seeing everyone's responses.
Hi Merry! Great to hear from someone in the southern hemisphere where it's summer and what's tradition there!
I didn't know you call a BBQ a braai. That's from the Dutch word "braden" (but people often say braaien) which is frying meat.
Happy New Year and many blessings!
