Bryanston Sports Club pits their best potjies forward
The club grounds came alive with the comforting smells of meat, vegetables, and spices bubbling away in cast-iron pots, while old friends and new faces swapped stories around the fires.
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For many, this event was a reminder that sometimes the best way to bring people together is with good, simple food cooked outdoors.
Dorian Gordon, one of the competitors, said: 'It's not really about who makes the best potjie; it's about sharing a meal and feeling like you belong.'
The turnout was one of the biggest, and the community kept the spirit alive throughout the cold day.
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