South Africa celebrates National Koe’sister Day

September 6 marks National Koe’sister Day in South Africa, a celebration of a culinary tradition rooted in the Cape Malay community. The day also coincides with the beginning of National Heritage Month, highlighting the country's diverse cultural and culinary history.

Wayne Blake, Group Food and Beverage Manager of ANEW Hotels & Resorts, is celebrating the occasion by sharing a classic recipe for the traditional treat. The koe’sister is described as a soft, fried dough soaked in syrup and coated in coconut, featuring spices such as cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and aniseed.