Established in 2009 as Suidwes Biltong, the well-known Kleinmond biltong shop was rebranded as Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong in 2022.
Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong was born and raised at the foot of the Maloti Mountains in Lesotho, where his father taught him the family meat drying techniques using meat hunted in the area. At that time, they had to make do without fridges and preserved the meat in a cement cooler. Jan grew up with this tradition and refined his skill to prepare meat and biltong. The yellow fat biltong was a favourite snack during his family's coastal vacation and their holiday neighbours and friends swooned over the deliciously meaty treats. This inspired Jan to continue his father's legacy and share it with fellow biltong lovers.
Celebrating a meat air-drying tradition that spans more than 400 years, Jan and his team remain true to the principles of supplying excellent biltong products that are a favourite with everyone from around the world, especially South Africans.
Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong is all about top-quality biltong and biltong products that are sustainably sourced.
Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong stocks a range of handmade salt blends and spices that are free from MSG and preservatives.
Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong stocks a few added extras for your shopping pleasure.
Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong stocks natural, non-toxic doggie treats made from biltong and droëwors.
This nutritious product is made from all the delicious biltong and droëwors offcuts that are too small for doggie owners.
Spoil your pet with premium quality treats today!
Wednesday is Pensioners Day at Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong (and all other Jan Biltong outlets).
Pensioners Discount: Get 5% OFF all your favourite products in-store!
Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong in Kleinmond is part of the Jan Biltong group that has shops in:
Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong answers some of the most asked biltong-related questions.
Q - What exactly is Biltong?
A - Biltong is a lean meat which is salted and dried in strips.
Q - What does the word Biltong mean?
A - The word Biltong is derived from the Dutch words ‘Bil’ (Buttock, meat) and ‘Tong’ (tongue, strip). So roughly interpreted, ‘Strip of meat’!
Q - Is Biltong healthy?
A - Biltong is high in Vitamin B12 and has fewer kilojoules than most snacks so is a healthy alternative when you are feeling peckish.
Q - What is the difference between Biltong and Jerky?
A - Biltong originates from South Africa and Jerky from North and South America
Q - Do Biltong and Jerky taste the same?
A - Biltong is hung and air-dried over time and can be wet (rare), medium or hard (well-done), while Jerky is cooked and then dehydrated in a short space of time, resulting in an overall dryer product.
Q - Is it acceptable to buy Biltong as a gift for someone?
A - Gifting a Biltong-lover with a package of biltong or biltong-related products from Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong, is just about the best gift they could hope for.
“The biltong at Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong is the best I've had since Slivers. I will without a second thought, drive from Cape Town to Kleinmond for my biltong. The service is also excellent and the staff is friendly. I've been buying my biltong from them for a few years now.” Karin Bissolati
“You have no idea how delicious Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong Wagyu biltong is until you slice a piece off and savour that marbling between the meat, it is a taste you will not forget.” Dewald Greyling
“This is hands down the best Biltong! I encourage you to prove me wrong. I generally review a place with a set methodology from staff, premises, quality of food and so on however, all I can say is do yourself a favour go to Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong and taste what I am talking about!” ZS Chetty
“Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong has the best biltong on this planet! The bacon slices are amazing!” Sean Bulcraig
“Baie vriendelike mense by Jan Biltong t/a Suidwes Biltong! Lekkerst, biltong en droewors.” Elrie Hugo
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