Cooking (food) by dry heat without direct exposure to a flame, typically in an oven, can be traced back to Mali 2 000 years ago where pearl millet and sorghum flours were used.

Since then, baking has developed throughout the continent, and evidence of this can be seen in our budding Culinary industry.

Today, we get to put on our mitts and learn the basics around baking. We will be making muffins with Portia Mthetwa and Itumeng Leshilo…

Fun Fact: Hot water; to drink or not to drink?

Drinking water, hot or cold, keeps your body healthy and hydrated.

Some people claim that hot water specifically can help improve digestion, central nervous system functions, aid in relieving constipation, hydration, weight loss, circulation, reduce stress, remove toxins and relieve achalasia.

Most health benefits of hot water are based on anecdotal reports, as there’s little scientific research in this area. That said, many people have expressed the benefit from this remedy, especially first thing in the morning or right before bed.

Bearing that this is indeed anecdotal evidence, we auto look into the unusual side effects caused by drinking hot water, in order for us to strike a balance in how and when we ought to consume hot water.

 

 

 

Cooking (food) by dry heat without direct exposure to a flame, typically in an oven, can be traced back to Mali 2 000 years ago where pearl millet and sorghum flours were used.
Since then, baking has developed throughout the continent, and evidence of this can be seen in our budding Culinary industry.
Today, we get to put on our mitts and learn the basics around baking. We will be making muffins with&nbsp;Portia Mthetwa and Itumeng Leshilo&hellip;
Fun Fact:&nbsp;Hot water; to drink or not to drink?
Drinking water, hot or cold, keeps your body healthy and hydrated. Some people claim that hot water specifically can help improve digestion, central nervous system functions, aid in relieving constipation, hydration, weight loss, circulation, reduce stress, remove toxins and relieve achalasia.
Most health benefits of hot water are based on anecdotal reports, as there&rsquo;s little scientific research in this area. That said, many people have expressed the benefit from this remedy, especially first thing in the morning or right before bed.
Bearing that this&nbsp;is indeed anecdotal evidence, we auto look into the unusual side effects caused by drinking hot water, in order for us to strike a balance in how and when we ought to consume hot water.
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A series of documentaries focusing on African culture, food and history. The programme delves deep into African societies and brings out the flavours of their existence. Every episode concludes with the foods that stand out in that culture. We are transported to an African kitchen or mealtime. Taking us from field, market or shop, via steamy kitchen and milling process to our virtual plate. Engross us in a history and culture lessons of the food featured. We are introduced to all the flavours, textures and colours of food Africa has to offer these flavours to savour; teach us about the history and tradition of Africa’s foods and make us lick our lips – all via the radio of course.

A series of documentaries focusing on African culture, food and history.