5 Reasons to Choose Spit Braai Catering for Your Next Event
Looking to host a memorable event in Cape Town without the stress of coordinating food, setup and service? Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate function or milestone birthday, one question always comes up: What kind of catering will impress your guests and still feel authentic?
For many event planners and hosts across the Western Cape, spit braai catering is fast becoming the go-to choice — and with good reason. It combines flavour, visual appeal and that unmistakable South African hospitality in one package.
In this post, we’ll break down why spit braai catering might be the best decision you make for your next event, especially if you’re based in Kuils River, Cape Town or the surrounding areas.
A Catering Style That Fits Cape Town’s Way of Celebrating
Cape Town’s event scene is as diverse as its people — from relaxed garden parties in Brackenfell to formal weddings in Stellenbosch. And while the backdrop might vary, one thing never changes: guests expect great food.
Here’s why spit braai is particularly suited to this local context:
- It embraces local tradition: A spit braai honours the culture of gathering around a fire, a practice rooted in South African heritage.
- It suits both casual and formal settings: From coastal venues to private homes, spit braais feel at home just about anywhere.
- It’s scalable and practical: Whether you have 30 guests or 300, the structure of spit braai catering adapts easily.
- Outdoor-friendly: Perfect for Cape Town’s mild weather, especially in spring and summer.
- Guest experience is central: People love seeing their food slow-cooked, carved, and served hot off the spit — it adds theatre to the event.
So whether you’re a corporate event planner, a bride-to-be, or organising your parent’s 60th birthday, spit braai is a crowd-pleasing and stress-free catering solution.
5 Reasons to Choose Spit Braai Catering for Your Next Event
1. It’s an Experience, Not Just a Meal
With spit braai catering, the process is part of the experience. Guests love the theatre of a whole lamb slow-roasting over an open flame, the smell of seasoned meat wafting through the air, and the final carving moment that brings everyone together.
This live, interactive style of cooking adds a festive, communal energy that’s hard to replicate with standard buffet or plated service.
2. Perfect for Outdoor Venues and Cape Town Weather
Cape Town offers some of the most beautiful outdoor venues in the country — from wine estates in Stellenbosch to seaside lawns in Blouberg. Spit braai setups are ideal for these spaces, requiring minimal kitchen infrastructure while delivering maximum impact.
Fork and Nice’s mobile spit braai service means we can cater almost anywhere across the Western Cape, including private homes, backyards and pop-up venues.
3. It’s Cost-Effective and Scalable
Feeding a crowd doesn’t have to mean cutting corners. Spit braai packages are high-value, offering generous portions, quality ingredients and side options at accessible rates.
At Fork and Nice, our spit braai catering starts at R325 per person, with full-service packages that include staff, sides, sauces and desserts. You can easily scale up for bigger groups without compromising on quality or service.
4. Spit Braai Menus Are Customisable
You’re not locked into a one-size-fits-all option. While lamb is the star of most spit braais, your package can include a diverse spread of sides, including:
- Summer noodle salads
- Roosterkoek sliders
- Butternut and feta samoosas
- Braai broodjies with fig and brie
- Decadent desserts like panna cotta or mini brownies
You can also request dietary alternatives, including vegetarian, halal or gluten-free options — perfect for mixed guest lists.
5. It Saves You Time and Stress
No shopping, prepping, cooking or cleaning. With a full-service provider like Fork and Nice Catering, you get chef-prepared meals, trained staff, and a coordinated setup — all handled for you.
Whether you’re managing an event yourself or working with a planner, spit braai catering gives you one less thing to worry about. We also offer optional bar service, DJ hire, and decor coordination to keep everything under one roof.
Common Questions About Spit Braai Catering
Q. Is spit braai the same as a regular braai?
Not quite. While both involve flame-cooked meat, spit braai focuses on roasting a whole animal, typically lamb, over several hours on a rotating spit. A braai, on the other hand, typically features various meats (boerewors, chops, chicken) cooked directly on the grill.
Both are uniquely South African — it just depends on the scale and style of your event.
Q. Can you set up a spit braai at my house in Kuils River?
Yes. Fork and Nice offers a fully mobile spit braai setup, ideal for homes, gardens, and estates across Kuils River and the greater Cape Town area. All we need is access to outdoor space, and we take care of the rest.
Q. What type of events is spit braai best for?
Spit braai is perfect for:
- Corporate events & year-end functions
- Birthdays and milestone parties
- Weddings and pre-wedding celebrations
- Outdoor or home-based events
- Heritage Day or family reunions
How Fork and Nice Delivers Spit Braai Catering in Cape Town
At Fork and Nice Catering, we’re passionate about delivering an authentic spit braai experience without the hassle. Based in Kuils River, we serve clients across Cape Town, Stellenbosch, and the wider Western Cape.
Our team offers:
- Chef-led spit braai packages
- Full event staffing
- Optional extras: bar service, event planning, and decor
- Tailored menus to suit your event and dietary needs
Whether you’re hosting at home, hiring a venue, or looking for something unique for your guests, we’ve got you covered.
Ready to Fire Things Up?
If you’re planning an event in Kuils River or the Western Cape and want catering that combines taste, tradition and simplicity, spit braai is a choice you (and your guests) won’t regret.
Fork and Nice takes care of everything — so you can enjoy your event without lifting a finger.
3 Vleiland Crescent, Sonkring, Brackenfell, 7560
t. 060 697 0906
e. info@forkandnice.co.za