A dish that tells its story — Chakalaka reviewed

You can taste history in Chakalaka if you know what to look for. the braai is a cross-cultural South African institution that transcends racial and social divides. The sweet-tangy from chutney character reflects those layers — chakalaka relish doesn't appear by accident; it came from a specific tradition.

The a Cape Malay restaurant in Cape Town setting made sense of it. You understand the food differently when the context is right. Pinotage wine alongside is part of that story. Some food is just fuel. Chakalaka, properly made, is something more. This version told the story well.