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The Global Origins of the Biltong Slicer – Now Reimagined by Kalahari Khabu

Did you know that the humble biltong slicer has its roots in a completely different tool? It all started in England, where cast iron and die-cast aluminium bean slicers were used in kitchens to slice runner beans before freezing or pickling. These early hand-cranked devices—like the one made by Armstrong & Co in the 1930s—were […]

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Yellow Fat vs White Fat – Why Grass-Fed Beef Makes the Best Biltong

When it comes to making authentic biltong, one detail stands out above the rest: yellow fat. South Africans know it well, and expats around the world—from the UK to New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Argentina, Dubai, and even Texas in the USA—still ask their butchers for it. What Is Yellow Fat? Yellow fat is a natural

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The Ultimate Guide To Making Traditional South African Biltong At Home 

At its heart, the art of making biltong connects us to centuries of tradition, heritage, and mouthwatering flavor. This beloved South African delicacy has traveled the globe, winning over meat lovers everywhere with its distinctive taste and texture. While many still wonder what is biltong made of and how is biltong made, we are here

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