What happens when authentic home-cooking meets social media? Meet Fehmz, the cookbook author and content creator who's been "in your kitchen" long before it was trendy. From humble Instagram beginnings to viral TikTok moments with her famous San Sebastian cheesecake, Fehmz proves that the most unpolished, relatable content often resonates the deepest.

In this episode, Fehmz talks about:

• Her philosophy of respecting heritage while making food accessible
• Her bestselling cookbook, Damn Good Food, and bringing family stories and tested recipes to her community
• Why kids have been her biggest supporters

Plus, Fathima Paruk from the Trends, Insights & Strategy department at Woolies foods talks about how Woolies ensures cultural food is authentic and nostalgic.

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Meet JJ Hendricks, the engineering student turned world-champion bartender who's redefining South Africa's cocktail scene. As head bartender at Cape Town's acclaimed Fable and winner of Diageo World Class Africa 2022, JJ reveals the fascinating intersection of science, storytelling, and showmanship that goes into crafting unforgettable drinks. Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast, hospitality professional, or merely curious about the creative process behind world-class drinks, this conversation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at one of Africa's most celebrated bartenders.

In this episode, discover:

• Why JJ believes that cocktails should be "liquid theatre"
• How JJ transforms South African folklore into liquid experiences
• His innovative three-tier menu strategy and the future of ready-to-drink cocktails
• Why a Long Island iced tea is a boring cocktail

Plus, listen to Katie Bailiie, WCellar Category Manager, tell us how Woolworths adopts international trends and how they look at cocktail bars to see what customers want.

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Peter Tempelhoff, the first South African chef to win three knives at the Best Chef Awards, and the mastermind behind FYN (World's 50 Best #37), as well as Ramendhead, Sushiya, Beyond, and, most recently, Arum. Peter shares the secrets behind building a culinary empire that's putting South African cuisine on the global map.

In this episode, discover:

• How Peter partners with professors to rediscover wild South African plants and turn them into cultivated ingredients
• His award-winning philosophy: The intentional design and team-building strategies behind his multiple restaurant successes
• Why some of his staff have been with him for 15 years, and how he shares equity with his teams

Plus, Woolies Category Manager: Bakery, Nhlaka Msthali, explains the lengths - and places - he and his team go to ensure quality dishes and ingredients.

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Sushiya: https://www.sushiya.co.za/