Op Jou Brood
English Translations for Presentation Boards

The Brief:
Create an illustrated visual identity for Salt River that draws inspiration from the heartbeat of the community by crafting an alphabet to form a unified typeface reflecting the local essence.
The Insight:
Salt River has a rich history in trade and industry, with the famous Blue Ribbon Bread factory standing tall. Bread has found its way into Cape Malay kitchens, keeping the community well-fed for years.
The Solution:
The OP JOU BROOD typeface, crafted from bread tags, honours Salt River's history and draws inspiration from bread packaging to stay true to the bread-making process. Celebrating Cape Malay culture, the brand highlights the creativity of Cape Malay cooks, who turn bread into beloved, innovative dishes. OP JOU BROOD blends English, mengels, and kombuis Afrikaans to reflect its rich cultural heritage.

Image Captions:
Colour Palette:
The colour palette incorporates colour-coded tags that indicate the date the bread was baked and packaged.
Recipe Book:
The OP JOU BROOD recipe book is packed with generational Cape Malay recipes, capturing that lekker local flair! It showcases the creativity of Cape Malay cooks who transform simple bread into delicious and comforting dishes. Our oumas have worked magic with bread, creating recipes that are now cherished worldwide.
Merchandise:
This apron embodies the spirit of Salt Rivers community's love for cooking and sharing meals, where generations of Cape Malay recipes have been lovingly prepared and shared, making it a practical and meaningful item that symbolizes the essence of culinary heritage.

Recipe Book Translation:
“In our community, baking is more than just a daily chore; it's a tradition steeped in love, history, and the joy of sharing. Passed down through generations, our recipes tell stories of resilience and creativity, blending spices and flavours in ways that are uniquely Cape Malay. Bread plays a central role, woven into the fabric of our traditional dishes with skill and care. Bread takes on a special significance, not just as a side dish but as a star ingredient in many traditional recipes.”
- Saarah Latief

Chokers with tea:
“Peanut butter on bread is more than just a school lunch staple; it’s a taste of home and a tradition that connects us to our heritage. When enjoyed with a cup of rooibos tea, peanut butter on bread is a comfort food that brings warmth and nostalgia with every bite. It nourishes both the body and soul.”
- Aunty Ayesha
(the Aunty that makes the best tea)

Bread Pudding:
Ingredients:
•Day-Old Bread: You'll need 6 cups of cubed, stale bread.
•Milk
•Eggs
•Sugar
•Butter
•Vanilla Extract: Plenty of vanilla extract adds incredible flavour so that your pudding doesn't just taste like milk and eggs, sies man.
•Ground Cinnamon: This warm spice is a must!
•Ground Nutmeg: It adds a subtle flavour that really elevates the bread pudding and gives it something extra.

How to make bread pudding just like ouma Mariam's:
1. Grease Pan: Grease an 8×8-inch casserole dish and set aside.
2. Assemble Bread in Pan: Cut the bread into 1-inch chunks and spread them evenly in the bottom of the casserole dish.
3. Add Milk & Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour the mixture evenly over the bread, getting all the bread wet from the mixture.
4. Let Soak: Let the bread sit for 20-25 minutes to soak up the milk and egg mixture.
5. Bake: Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 180° C. Once preheated, bake for 50-55 minutes and remove from the oven when done.
6. Make Vanilla Sauce: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan on low heat, then add the sugar, cream and vanilla extract. Slowly cook over low heat while stirring until the mixture coats the back of a spoon.
7. Drizzle Over Pudding & Serve: Remove the sauce from the heat and drizzle it over the warm bread pudding.

Bobotie:
“Bobotie is a dish that holds a special place in our hearts and on our dinner table. It’s a dish that speaks to our love for bold flavours and hearty meals. My family’s recipe is a carefully crafted blend of spices, minced meat, and creamy goodness, topped with a golden layer of egg. The aroma of bobotie baking in the oven is a familiar and comforting scent that fills our home, signaling that a delicious meal is on the way. Served with fluffy yellow rice and a side of tangy chutney, bobotie is more than just a dish; it’s a celebration of our culture and the joy of sharing a meal with loved ones.”
- Fatima Rinquest