It’s the month of love and SA PROMO Magazine did some investigation into South Africans dating non-South Africans.

Matthew is married to a girl from Brazil who he met at Cheers Bar in London.

What are the main cultural differences?

Language obviously, she speaks Portuguese, which I don’t. Also, the dancing... she can and I can’t, well, not like them!

What is the best thing about your partner not being South African?

I live with someone who has different ways and culture. This makes every day interesting!

What are the challenges of dating a non-South African?

This might sound contradicting, but the cultural differences can be challenging.

What South Africanisms has your partner picked up from you?

She is addicted to NikNaks and proper red wine, not this Australian malarkey.

What elements have you adopted from your partner’s culture?

I swear in Portuguese now and my diet has changed, but unfortunately the dancing has not improved!