The Search for South Africa’s Best Shisanyama has reached the final stage. Chef Benny and DJ Mo Flava, together with Windhoek have announced the final four Shisanyamas that will go tongs-to-tongue at Nasrec Showgrounds on 9 December where the ultimate 2019 winner will be announced.
Throughout the course of the search, Chef Benny and Mo Flava visited the eight finalists who were judged by the public. Through an expansive voting system the final four have emerged.
“It is now out of our hands and Chaf Pozi, Meet Meat, Senzi’s Grill and Butchery and Imbizo Shisanyama have to impress the public that come to Nasrec as they will vote and decide who will be crowned the 2019 Best Shisanyama and take home the prize worth R30 000,” said Chef Benny.
On the day, the finalists will select their meat from a range that will be supplied by Windhoek including all types of steak, ribs and boerewors.
“However, most will be bringing their own secret sauces and marinades to cook with. In this way we ensure that the playing grounds are level, and it is up to the way the food is cooked that will determine the winner,” said Chef Benny.
Added Senzi Frey, “I am honoured to be in the top four. I already feel like a winner! Being voted by the public against such tough opposition is the biggest prize. It is a vote of confidence and confirmation of our quality offering. I feel a bit nervous that I will not be cooking with my own meat, but I know that Windhoek will only supply the best. I will be bringing my chef and braai master who have never been to Gauteng before which has made the trip even more exciting for them. I would love to win the first prize as this will help me expand Senzi’s Grill.”
Diepkloof’s Meet Meat co-owner, Khothatso Mokhele said she was overjoyed at getting into the final four as the chill-out spot has been given a national platform where people can experience their amazing food and vibe. “The other competitors have their strengths and so do we.
“We are experienced and confident about ours and we will be in top form at Nasrec. We will bring our unique touch into the competition! We expect to tantalise the taste buds of the crowd and leave behind delighted faces! Our motto is consistency, hard work, and ethics. We also believe in respect, friendship, teamwork as we also engage with identified needy communities.”
Dana Katz, Windhoek marketing manager, said Windhoek launched the Search for South Africa’s Best Shisanyama with the aim of rewarding those who invest the same level of passion and craftsmanship into their Shisanyama as Windhoek does into their beer.
“We are now at the last phase and I wish the final four the best of luck for Nasrec,” said Katz.
