The weekly show explores the traditional culinary history and cooking methods of the different Kenyan communities since time immemorial.
The show delves into the details of where and how the meals are prepared, their cultural significance as well as how these methods have evolved over the years, incorporating dance, culture, clothing, and interesting traditions.
Speaking about the show, Eugene says, ” We are excited to document healthy foods and recipes from way back and at the same time enjoy our rich culture as it evolves in this modern-day while holding on to some other things that our forefathers taught us.
Following a one year break, the new season returns with fresh content and promises its viewers great insights from the shores of Muhuru Bay to Kalokol, Lake Jipe to Mount Sagallia, and Rumuruti to Busia.
Viewers will get to experience various dishes from Akop of the Dinka community, Curu Wa Mukiyo of the Kikuyu Community, Suqaar from the Somali Community, and the delectable Sambar from the Indian Community among others.
The show that premiered in March 2019 has been created by Eugene Mbugua of Documentary and Reality television limited and is hosted by the charismatic renowned Kenyan producer, Mwaniki Mageria.
The company has produced multiple television shows and documentaries for broadcasters, distributors, and companies in Kenya and across the African continent.
This includes Young Rich, Get in The Kitchen, Our Perfect Wedding, Stori Yangu, My Friend, Being Bahati, Foods of Kenya, The Best of, Concert Nyumbani, and Sol Family. These shows have aired on K24, KTN, NTV, Maisha Magic East, Showmax, Iflix, Kwese, Startimes, and Trigger.
The company strives to produce outstanding content that is not only technically superior but also rich in narrative and story structure.
The show is aimed at appreciating Kenya’s unique delicacies and equipping the audience with the knowledge of its rich and exciting local foods, and traditions.
The new season has been directed by David Mutuku and Caroline Ngunjiri and Debrah Metto as production managers.
It’s so exciting to be a part of this because we have new people to meet, new communities and even going back to the old ones but having new and fresh experiences from them” says Mwaniki Mageria.
