Some days call for snack platters under the trees, others for starlit braais or impromptu picnics on a quiet patch of grass. But no matter the setting, the right dip or spread can turn a simple bite into something memorable. From velvety hummus to wild herb butters and flavour-packed pestos, such jarred joys and creamy creations are made for grazing boards and good times.
There’s something satisfying about slow snacks and picnic pauses, especially when there’s something tasty to smear, scoop, or dunk. Whether you’re building a snack board for sundowners, packing trail toasties, feeding friends, or just treating yourself, this Goodies for Foodies roundup is all about those little pots of magic that bring big flavour to every occasion. Let the dipping begin!
Achaar, but way more luxurious
Say goodbye to bland bites and hello to achaar pate. Think: bold spices, tangy attitude, and a serious upgrade to any cracker, toast, or cheese board it touches.
Nayi Le Achaar took traditional achaar and turned it into a silky smooth pâté that respects heritage while embracing modern taste. Whether you’re slathering it on a sarmie or spooning it onto roast veg, this small-batch condiment turns every snack into an adventure.
Furthermore, there are plenty of flavour options to choose from, including feta, jalapeno, piquante, rosemary & olive, garlic & ginger, lemon & black pepper and extra hot pâtés.
Perfectly spreadable, versatile, and utterly indulgent. Visit www.nayileachaar.com for info.
Legendary mustard with a twist
Prepare your taste buds for a standing ovation. If a summer braai and a jar of sunshine had a lovechild, this might be it. Mustard Deli has taken the humble braaibroodjie and bottled its soul – smoky, tangy, and just the right amount of tang from apricot magic. This Smoked Apricot Braaibroodjie Mustard does not just sit politely on the side; it demands a starring role. Slather it on your next braaibroodjie, swirl it into a dip, or sneak it into a cheese platter and wait for the compliments to roll in. A gold medal winner at the 2025 Food & Beverage Awards for good reason – it’s basically South African nostalgia with a gourmet twist.
Love what you are reading and can imagine yourself giving it a try? Get your hands on this mustard by visiting www.mustarddeli.co.za
Garlicky bone marrow butter
Crafted for nose-to-tail lovers, this rich blend of grass-fed marrow, roasted garlic, and herbs turns ordinary dishes into unforgettable bites. This silky spread from the Bone Broth Guy brings depth, umami, and downright decadence to anything it touches. Smear it on crusty bread, rub it on those chargrilled mielies, or add it to warm sauces and gravies.
Rush to get yours: www.bonebrothguy.co.za
Botanicals meet berries – a toastworthy jam
This is not your average jam. Crafted in small batches on the picturesque slopes of the Stellenbosch mountains, this spirited spread is anything but ordinary. Think hand-picked gooseberries bringing their tangy brightness, infused with a splash of local gin for that grown-up kick.
The result? A jam that’s fresh, fragrant, and fabulous, equally at home on a warm croissant, a cheese board, or paired with roasted meats for a sweet-meets-savoury twist. It’s local luxury in a jar, made by Chaloner.
Visit www.chaloner.co.za to get yours.
Little balls, big flavour
These aren’t just cheese balls. They are hand-rolled flavour bombs swimming in seasoned oil, ready to zhuzh up literally everything. Think creamy, tangy yoghurt turned gourmet, packed with probiotics and made in small batches that ooze care (and deliciousness). They also come in various flavours, including garlic pepper.
Smear them on crusty bread, tuck them under a braai steak, melt them into pastas, or scatter them over roasted veg. The infused oil? Pure gold. Drizzle it over anything you want to taste better.
Yoghurt Cheese is playful, punchy and addictive. Gluten-free. Diabetic-friendly. Get yours from www.yoghurtcheese.co.za
Herbed heatwave
We just found the perfect ingredient for a flavour explosion on your snack platter, taking your wild experience a step further. Bright basil, nutty macadamias, tomato tang, and a whisper of cayenne combine in Black Mamba’s Basil & Cayenne Pesto for a truly standout spread.
Rich, herbaceous, and just the right kind of bold, this spread brings garden-fresh brightness with a light spicy twist. A jar that’s equal parts comforting and electrifying – ideal slathered onto crusty ciabatta or as a topper to a range of ingredients.
Add spice to your life by visiting www.blackmambachilli.com
Savoury sophistication in a jar
Mayo goes with everything, but the addition of black garlic takes your mayo game to a whole new level. Ouma Swesie se Spens created a mayo that flips the script, blending silky creaminess with the subtle, sweet-umami punch of fermented black garlic, creating a spread that’s rich, nuanced, and infinitely more intriguing than your average condiment.
Smear it on cold cuts, dip your veggies in it, dash it on sarmies or let it shimmer beside cheeses on a platter. Thoroughly vegan-friendly, gluten-free, egg and dairy-free; it is indulgence without compromise.
Rush to add it to your collection: www.oumaswesiesespens.co.za
A soul-warming spoonful of Seoul
Meet your new savoury soulmate: Che Gourmet‘s Gochujang, Korea’s fermented chilli paste that’s equal parts sweet, spicy, and umami. Unlike straight hot sauces, this thick, tangy paste brings subtle heat and rich depth to everything it touches. Stir it into marinades, swirl it into mayo for an elevated dip, or brush it on grilled meats for a spicy-sweet char. It’s fermented, flavourful, and downright fascinating, adding global flair to your snack board in the easiest way.
Che Gourmet has got you covered with all Asian flavours. Get it from their website: www.chegourmet.co.za
Platter perfection in a jar
For the olive-obsessed, Romesco Pesto is the kind of jar you’ll want front and centre on every platter. Romanesco Olives takes their devotion for olives and turns it into something brighter, richer, and wildly addictive. Their Romanesco Pesto is made with roasted peppers, cashew nuts, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil; it resonates with that whole “umami meets sunshine” level. Slather it on grilled prawns, stir it through roast veg, or spread it on ciabatta with ricotta; either way, your snack board just got serious gravitas. Regular olives? Still welcome, but this jar will steal the show.
Explore olive dreams here: www.romesco.co.za
Sweet meets wild, with a kick
Did you know that spekboom is not only edible but also highly nutritious? This jar is a flavour mashup with attitude. Picture tangy apricot sliding into the wild, earthy notes of spekboom, and finishing with a sweet tang that lingers like a good story. Dollop it on creamy cheese, let it sizzle beside grilled meats, or swish it through yoghurt to smear a little nature-meets-indulgence burst of goodness on your pita bread.
Spekbos Deli specialises in a range of artisanal, gluten-free and preservative-free deli products, handcrafted and anything but ordinary.
Buy yours from www.spekbosdeli.co.za
No trouble, just smoky joy
Do you drizzle spicy sauce over everything you eat? Imagine the perfection involved in a sauce that takes up to 90 days to perfect! Raised on a 120-year-old family recipe and slow-cured under the African sun, this sauce is smoky, tangy, and downright refined. Dr Trouble‘s twice-smoked over English oak, blended with zesty lemon and a hint of mango masala, delivers nuanced heat and complexity like no other. Drizzle it over grilled cheeses, smoky meats, or Sunday morning fry-ups, or let it mingle with creamy dips for added intrigue. Artisan-made from fresh, all-natural ingredients, it’s the smoky sidekick every snack deserves, the embodiment of heritage with a fiery twist.
Squeeze on the luxury
Meet the butter squad that’s rewriting your plate rules. Delagoa Bay’s handcrafted compound butters are your shortcut to flavour brilliance. Made from rich, creamy butter and infused with bold, fresh ingredients, they melt effortlessly onto steaks, seafood, roasted vegetables, or toast, elevating every bite into a gourmet moment. Think Chilli Coriander, Lemon & Herb, Rosemary & Thyme, and Original Piri. Want them all? Their Family Special pack brings five sensational variants straight to your door. Award-winning, locally made, and utterly drool-worthy.
Explore more at www.delagoabay.co.za
Curry leaf pickle – dip, spread, devour
Razia’s Pickle Curry Leaves Sauce is rich in aroma, mild in heat. This chutney-style sauce was born to be a dip. Serve it straight for a bright, herby kick with samoosas, bhajis, or spring rolls, or swirl it into yoghurt or mayo for an instant creamy crowd-pleaser. Swipe onto naan or toasties, dollop on a cheeseboard, or whisk with a splash of oil for a snappy drizzle over salads. Small-batch, mother–daughter magic, versatile and totally addictive.
Try yours! Buy it online from www.raziaspickle.co.za/
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