Frequently Asked Questions
Do you ship to other countries?
Yes. Please email us at sales@pizzabraai.co.za and we'll gladly assist with international shipping enquiries.
What are the dimensions of each Pizza Braai model?
The Original, XL Series and Tourer have different dimensions. You can find the exact external and internal cooking dimensions on each product page or compare all three models on our Compare Models page.
Not sure whether a Pizza Braai will fit your braai? Send us your braai measurements or a photo on WhatsApp and we'll gladly help you check before you order.
What material/metal is the Pizza Braai made of?
Pizza Braai models are built with a solid mild steel body with a heat- and rust-resistant coating and a stainless-steel faceplate.
A stainless-steel pizza spade is also included with each Pizza Braai.
Do you have a full stainless steel Pizza Braai?
No. We tested a full stainless-steel version during product development but were not satisfied with its heat retention, cooking performance or resistance to warping under repeated high heat.
Our current Pizza Braais therefore use a solid mild steel body with a heat- and rust-resistant coating, together with a stainless-steel faceplate.
What wood should I use?
Any dry firewood can be used with your Pizza Braai. Dry hardwood, such as doringhout or Black Wattle, works particularly well because it produces strong, consistent heat.
Avoid wet or damp wood, as it will take longer to build up the heat needed for cooking.
Can I use charcoal?
Yes. Pizza Braai can be used with wood or charcoal.
For pizza, the main fire goes on top of the Pizza Braai, with only a few coals underneath when needed to help crisp the base.
Where does the fire go?
The main fire goes on top of the Pizza Braai. Use only a few coals underneath when needed to help crisp the pizza base.
The fire on top heats the enclosed cooking chamber from above while your food bakes inside the drawer.
How long does a pizza take?
Once your Pizza Braai is at the right temperature, pizzas cook quickly. The Original typically takes around 3–4 minutes, while the XL Series and Tourer typically take around 4–5 minutes.
Actual cooking time will vary depending on your fire, temperature, pizza base and toppings.
Can I cook more than pizza?
Absolutely. Pizza may be the main attraction, but your Pizza Braai works as a compact outdoor oven and can be used for much more.
Depending on your model and available cooking space, you can bake bread and buns, roast meat and vegetables, make ribs, pork belly, casseroles and tray meals, and even bake desserts such as malva pudding.
Pizza is only the start.
How long does delivery take?
Orders placed before 12:00 from Monday to Friday are normally dispatched the same working day. Orders placed after 12:00, over weekends or on public holidays are dispatched on the next working day.
Typical delivery times after dispatch are:
Cape Town: 1–2 working days
Main centres in South Africa: 5–7 working days
Regional and outlying areas: 6–8 working days
Delivery times may vary depending on your location and courier conditions.
Will my pizza have a wood-fired taste?
Yes. The Pizza Braai is designed so that smoke from the fire can enter the cooking chamber and move around the food, helping to create that distinctive wood-fired flavour.
For best results, use dry wood and get your Pizza Braai properly up to temperature before cooking.
Which Pizza Braai should I choose?
Choose the Original if pizza nights at home are your main priority.
Choose the XL Series if you want the best all-round option with more internal height for deeper trays, bread, roasts and bigger family meals.
Choose the Tourer if camping, overlanding, travel and easier storage are most important to you.
For a side-by-side comparison, visit our Compare Models page.
