Potjiekos aromas filled George Hay Park to raise funds for Nicarela Charity

Funds raised at the potjiekos competition will go towards the Nicarela Charity.

Asanda Matlhare

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Carine Marais, Michael Varney, Julie Wilson, and Byron Linsell represent The islands. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Mutton, beef, chicken, seafood, and vegetables were some of the potjiekos competition staples which filled the atmosphere at George Hay Park in Parkview on July 28.

Lusanda Shimage-Matsose, Thabiso Motshegoa, Mixo Mayimele, Brandon Wood, and Moshishi Lehlongwane: The Meat Society. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

There were over 30 pots, including vegetarian options, and contestants were judged on their food, vibe, and decoration.

Sumaya Ebrahim, Natasha Champion, Christine Taylor, and Adele Martin represent ooba Home Loans team. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

All proceeds from the day went entirely to charity beneficiaries, including care homes for abused women and children and local school bursaries.

The Bastion Tribal Counsel. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

The winners of the competition were :
• 3rd: The Island
• 2nd: Bastion Tribal Council
• 1st: Hungry Pigs

Minal Jairam, Jeetan Makan, Shyam Kara, and Nivesh Nagar represent Boytjies-Kos Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Other winners included:
• Decor: Bastion Tribal Council
• Gees: Souties can also potjie
• Generosity: The Island

Nicarela Charity’s chairperson Daneela Jordaan said the 2024 Parkview Potjiekos competition was a success, and figures suggest that almost 2000 meals were sold and they raised R200 000 more than the previous year.

Andrew Mckeavney, Andrew Pfiser, Ian Caldwell, and Paul Ross represent Souties can also potjie. Photo: Asanda Mtalhare

“This event shows the power of community. We are immensely grateful to the Parkview and surrounding communities who came to support on the day, the contestants who donated so generously, and our many sponsors who donated funds and supplies to the day.”