by Thinus Ferreira
Discovery Inc.'s Food Network (DStv 175) is adding a new local South Africa show to its culinary schedule with Inside Job presented by chef Katlego Mlambo that will make its debut today, Saturday 13 March at 19:00 on the channel.
Inside Job was commissioned and filmed later in 2020 in Dubai when Katlego Mlambo jetted to studios in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to complete the episodes.
Inside Job follows the boisterous chef - who grew up in Eldorado Park south of Johannesburg where he spent most of his time in the kitchen with his grandmother and where he developed his passion for cooking - on his journey to create gourmet food with South African flair and a taste for Africa.
Each themed episode showcases his love for local ingredients and fine dining culture, while he dances through to his favourite playlists.
During a virtual media launch event for the show Katlego Mlambo said "A lot of people ask what is South African cuisine? So what is South African cuisine? It's got no boundaries. Inside Job is about showcasing how great and diverse we are".
"Secondly it's for your mumzo, it's for your gogo, it's for your teenager, it's for your chefs, it's for your home-cook. Inside Job is literally for everyone".
About filming Inside Job in Dubai he says "working with a different crew was challenging but also exciting. The language barrier was exciting, nerve-wracking and spicy. You're saying 'tamatie', they're saying 'tomato', but plenty, plenty of highlights!"
Henry Windridge, senior director: marketing, digital and creative at Discovery Inc., says "Nothing quite hits the spot like local
cuisine and the same can be said for local talent and entertainment".
"Food has always brought people together – especially during 2020 with
extended lockdowns, social distancing and the inability to break bread with
those closest to us. Food is how South Africans come together. The
personalities and themes of our two new shows are geared to do just that!"
"Sharing a meal
has always been deeply rooted alongside sharing stories, cultural experiences
and traditions. As the world adapts to new practices and ways of being, the
common denominator remains our love for food and experiences with those we care
about," says Henry Windridge.
"While much has changed in the world in recent months,
the power of food and how we connect over a plate has not. We’re sure viewers
will be as captivated by the flair and charisma of chef Katlego Mlambo as they welcome him into their homes this March."
Inside Job is on Food Network (DStv 175) on Saturdays at 19:00 with repeats Sundays at 13:55 and Mondays 22:05
