Is Cottage Pie an Afrikaans dish?

No, Cottage Pie is not an Afrikaans dish. It's a British dish, though its origins are actually Irish!

Here's a breakdown:

* Cottage Pie is a traditional British dish consisting of a layer of mashed potatoes topped with a layer of ground beef, vegetables, and gravy.

* Its origins are Irish: The dish likely originated in Ireland, where it was known as "coddled steak" or "steak and potato pie."

* Afrikaans cuisine has its own distinct dishes influenced by Dutch, Malay, and indigenous African influences.

So, while Cottage Pie is popular in many parts of the world, including South Africa, it's not specifically an Afrikaans dish.