Celebrating Festivals the South Asian Swing!

Nov 10, 2023



Join us on a side-splitting soiree through the South Asian Swing of celebrations in South Africa, where Desi festivals get a unique Mzansi twist!


Celebrating Festivals the South Asian Swing!


Overview
Hey Mzansi! Ever felt your festivities needed more spice, or a dash of Desi drama Let’s roll on the rickshaw of South Asian celebrations, but with that unmissable South African zing. Fasten your seatbelts for a side-splitting soiree!

Diwali Dazzle in Drakensberg
Imagine this: Diwali, the festival of lights... but amidst our majestic mountains. Setting off fireworks while boerewors sizzle in the background.
South Africa, it's like your Christmas lights got a Bollywood boost!

Holi Hoot in Hermanus
Swap your regular paint for a rainbow of colours, but with a twist - seaside Holi! Splashing color while watching the whales breach.
Adding a pinch of curry to our potjiekos!

Eid Elation in the Eastern Cape
Ending Ramadan with a braai feast Why not! Savoring samosas while lions roar in the distance.
Biryani, meet bobotie. It’s a culinary match made in heaven!

Navratri Nights in Nelspruit
Nine nights of dance, but with a fusion of garba and gumboot dances! Drums beating, feet tapping, amidst the lush greenery.
Our dandiya sticks Carved from African ebony!

Baisakhi Bash in Bloemfontein
Harvest festivals unite! Celebrating the bounty of the land with both Punjabi beats and Zulu zeal.
Picture turbans and tribal attire, dancing together under the African sun!

Rakhi Revelry in Rustenburg
Brothers and sisters celebrating their bond, but instead of sweets, how about koeksisters and kheer
And our gifts Beaded bracelets crafted with love and laughter.

Onam Outburst in Oudtshoorn
Boat races with a twist! Instead of Kerala's backwaters, how about amidst our very own ostrich farms ‍♂️
Floral rangoli meeting our vibrant Ndebele patterns!

Summary
Every South Asian festival, when sprinkled with Mzansi's magic, becomes an uproarious union of traditions. As we adopt and adapt these Desi dos, we can't help but add our signature laugh and legacy. So, next time you seek a celebration, why not swirl it up with some South Asian sass Let's jive to the beats of both continents and let the festivities forever flourish! To spices, stories, and SA smiles!