We all have our own favourite smell which makes the coming of spring real for us. The sweet scent of jasmine and fruit blossoms, the smell of rain or freshly mown grass. But there is one smell that speaks to all South Africans, heralding the start of warmer weather. A braai. It just smells different from the winter fires, so we have put together some top ideas to prepare your braai area for the new season, and some ideas for hosting your heritage braai.

If your outside area is tiled, clean your grout with a specialist cleaner from our range and bring it back to its full beauty before braai season really kicks off.

Replacing any cracked and damaged tiles in your patio will ensure that the space looks fresh and welcoming for your guests to really kick back and enjoy spending braai-time with you and your family. Check out the video from TAL for step-by-step help.

Add something different to your table décor this heritage month and braai season by using tiles as placeholders, or trivets. Stone-look and wood-look tiles bring nature to your table and are a wonderful background to your summer tableware and serviettes.

Now that your outdoor entertainment area is all spruced up, you’re ready to welcome your guests to a gloriously stylish heritage month celebration.

Muddle fresh lemon or lime slices with mint and brown sugar, top with ice and your beverage of choice to make a zesty spring cocktail to kickstart the new braai season. Enjoy!