Many people enjoy popular SA dishes and treats such as milk tart and bobotie without necessarily wondering where it started. Here is a look at the origins of some firm SA favourites.
Who made the first milk tart?
Many people believe that milk tart originated from Afrikaner tradition and culture. However, according to a study by Rochel Botes, women of different cultures and backgrounds have adopted and adapted milk tart into South Africa’s heritage.
Some historians believe that it is an adaptation of the Dutch Mattentaart, a cheesecake-like dessert. Errieda du Toit, a culinary…
