South African cuisine is comprises a unique blend of african, colonial influences and exotic spices. With Dutch, German, French, British and Indian accents our dishes reflect the warmth, diversity and simplicity of the local fare. At Xai Xai we have looked to give our customers an insight into the spectrum of flavors and textures through small "tapas" style dishes that both compliment and enhance the wine experience.

Soup of the Day Accompanied by a side of bread
Vegetable Finger Tray A selection of 4 cured &herbed pickled items
Portobello Mushroom & Goat Cheese Whole Grilled Portobello Mushroom topped with fresh Goat Cheese
Pastry Plate Meat or Vegetarian Pies served with Fruit Chutney
Xai Xai Salad Baby greens, paw-paw (papaya), roasted mushroom, sun dried tomatoes, goat cheese & ginger-lemon-guava dressing.
Biltong Quiche Flakes of savory dried-salted beef with egg, sour cream, swiss & cheddar cheese
Kalahari Plate Biltong, garlic droë wors (dried sausage) served with dried fruits & mixed nuts
Cheese Plate A selection of artisanal cheeses served with fresh grapes, mixed nuts & chutney.
Biltong Bruchetta Stewed tomato and onion with olive oil and Biltong on toasted bread
Melted Cheese Bowl Soft mildly ripened soft cows-milk cheese melted in a ceremic bowl with grilled flat bread wedges.
Smoked Salmon Salmon with fresh mielie pap (corn polenta), baby greens, coriander pesto & tartar sauce.
Cape Malay Coconut Chicken Curry A delicious mild chicken & vegetable curry bowl served with Naan flat bread.
Lamb "Potjie" Mouth-watering lamb, tomato & vegetable stew served with toasted bread.
Venison Carpaccio Thin slices of venison drizzled with olive oil and served with roasted peppers and grilled garlic.
Ostrich Tartar Finely chopped ostrich meat served rare with S.African seasoning & “monkeygland” peanut sauce.
Oysters by the Half Shell Ocean Fresh, selected oysters on a bed of ices
Rainbow Patter Joining together in our "Rainbow Nation" is a South African legacy. Our combination platter holds true to that in a mixed plate of Meats, Cheeses , Nuts and Finger Foods.