A Culinary Journey Through Africa: Food, Culture & Travel Stories

From street food to fine wine, this lively group conversation explores the rich, diverse, and often misunderstood world of African cuisine through the eyes (and appetites) of seasoned travelers, writers, and food experts. Our guests share personal travel stories, cultural insights, and memorable meals from across the African continent — from communal barbecue traditions and local produce to food safety tips, traditional breakfasts, and iconic flavors like Amarula and South African wines.

The discussion highlights how history, colonial influence, geography, and local ingredients shape regional foodways, while emphasizing why the term “African food” barely scratches the surface. With stories ranging from home-cooked meals to adventurous street food encounters, this episode is a flavorful reminder that understanding a destination often begins at the table.

👥 GUESTS – GROUP DISCUSSION • Jeffrey Spear – Food Writer & Author https://spearwrites.com/

• Elsa Dixon (Van der Byl) – Travel Writer & Author https://travelswithelsa.com/

• Judy Karnia – Travel Writer & Forest Bathing Guide https://travelingnature.com/

🎧GUESTS - SOLO SEGMENTS • Barbara Redding – Travel Writer & Photographer https://barbararedding.com/

• Robert Schueller – Melissa’s Produce https://www.melissas.com/

• Linda Ballou – Travel Writer & Author http://www.lindaballouauthor.com/

• James Michael Dorsey – Naturalist & Author https://www.jamesmichaeldorsey.com/

• Debbie Stone – Travel Writer & Photographer https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/qiqy/#p=1

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