Food Feature: Bay leaves: plant, history, flavour and symbolism

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, exploring the rich history of bay leaves, their health benefits, and the various ways they can be used in cooking, including how best to incorporate them into everyday recipes. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday…

Food Feature: Bunny Chow Govenders Centurion

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, on the history of bunny chow and the legacy of Bunny Chow Govender’s family business, unpacking its role in preserving Durban Indian diaspora cuisine and iconic dishes like mutton and samp, biryani with amasi, tripe and dhall, and masa…

Food Feature:  May Day and Food 

Gugs Mhlungu chats to Dr Anna Trapido, Food anthropologist and Resident chef about May Day and Food. The celebration was known as "May Day" before it became Workers Day. May Day has a complicated past, but it has always included food, drink, and family. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend …

Food Feature: Annexe Bistro; Delta Central, 96 Conrad Drive, Blairgowrie

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by  Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, reflecting on their recent dining experience in Blairgowrie at Chef Freddie Dias’ intimate new bistro, sharing highlights from its French-inspired, seasonal menu. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday m…

Food Feature: Angamia’s Homeware; Shop c89 in the Oriental Plaza

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by  Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, reflecting on their visit to Angamia’s Homeware at Oriental Plaza. They explore the legacy of this multi-generational family business, its warm coffee offering, and why the Masala coffee is a must-try. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for…

Food Feature: The history of Easter eggs: From Pagan symbols to chocolate delights 

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by  Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, exploring the history of Easter eggs, their origins in religious traditions, and how their meaning has evolved over time.  Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-…

Food Feature:  Marc’s by Marc Jacobs at Maison Deux, Hyde Park 

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by  Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, s their recent visit to Marc’s, a restaurant owned by a fashion brand. They explore the restaurant’s aesthetics, pricing, and how the brand’s design identity, especially the style of Marc Jacobs is reflected in the menu and overall di…

Food Feature:   Embarc Restaurant in Parkhurst 

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by  Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, to reflect on their recent visit to Embarc. They share their review of the food and ambience, and discuss areas where the restaurant could improve. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. …

Food Feature: More than a meal: Haleem and the power of giving 

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by  Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, reflecting on  their recent visit to Lenasia where they experienced something special called haleem. They dive into its rich history, cultural significance, and role in community, charity, and Ramadan traditions, discovering how this …

Food Feature: Teff Ethiopian Cuisine; 118 William Road, Norwood.

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by  Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, about their rainy-day visit to Teff Ethiopian Café, where they enjoyed traditional Ethiopian dishes made with teff, injera and richly spiced wots while exploring the flavours and food culture of the Horn of Africa. Gugs Mhlungu gets …