

Food Trail: South Africa
Food Trail: South Africa is a feast for aspirational foodies and travel curious audiences, taking them on an authentic culinary journey through selected regions of South Africa to explore its people, the diversity of its regional flavours and its widely heralded cooking culture.
Seasons
Food Trail: South Africa is a series for aspirational foodies, taking them on an informative culinary journey through the diverse regions of South Africa to explore flavours and cooking culture; from southernmost Cape Town to bustling Johannesburg, and the regions in between.
E1The Kalahari
Aug 6, 2022
Warren's first stop on his food trail of South Africa is Tswalu Nature Reserve, he meets with acclaimed Chef Marnus to cook up some exciting South African delicacies, with an array of local produce
E2Cape Town
Aug 13, 2022
Warren heads to the bustling city of Cape Town. Here, he cooks up a Cape Malay Curry in Bo Kaap, and visits a lively farmers market. then, heads south to the fishing village of Simonstown.
E3Cape Coast
Aug 20, 2022
Warren continues at the township of Khayelitsha home to some micro-farming initiatives. Arriving at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, he cooks a fish Braai with fresh produce from the property's farm.
E4Wine Country
Aug 27, 2022
Warren heads to the Cape Winelands, where he tastes a variety of local wines. Then, cooks up Bobotie, a rustic dish of curried meat topped with savoury custard, and a traditional Milk Tart.
E5Durban
Sep 10, 2022
Warren visits the legendary Spice Emporium and tastes some local specialties, including Bunny Chow, street food consisting of curry served in a hollowed out piece of white bread and spicy pineapple.
E6Kwazulu-Natal
Sep 17, 2022
Warren visits the famous restaurant Max's Lifestyle for an indulgent Shisa Nyama experience, before visiting a nearby Zulu village. Here, he cooks recipes known as Putu pap and sauteed pumpkin leaves.
E7Kruger Park
Sep 24, 2022
Warren's next stop is Kruger National Park, he tastes a variety of native bush foods, including the Marula Tree fruit. He then cooks his favourite South African dessert, Malva pudding.
E8Pilanesberg Reserve
Oct 1, 2022
In the heart of the Kalahari Desert, Warren learns to make rusks to go with his morning coffee. He also cooks a variety of local dishes including spicy lamb skewers, corn on the cob and Pampoenkoekies.
E9Pretoria and Soweto
Oct 8, 2022
Warren stops off at the historic city of Pretoria, where he visits the local farmers markets and cooks Koeksisters, South African sticky donuts, with Pastry Chef Nonkosi.
E10Johannesburg
Oct 16, 2022
Warren is in the bustling city of Johannesburg, and his first stop is the vibrant township of Soweto. He's taken on a tuk tuk tour by his guide Sindi, and cooks up his version of Chakalala.
Across 10 episodes in Season 2, our host Warren Mendes will put a new lens on South African culinary travel, to explore more of its known regions while also uncovering some of the 'hidden gems' this magnificent country has to offer.
E1Kruger Safari
Aug 19, 2023
Warren's first stop is the inimitable Kruger Shalati or "Train on the Bridge", where he shows us the incredible structure, indulges in an unforgettable safari and cooks up a delectable dessert.
E2Eating Johannesburg
Aug 26, 2023
Warren indulges in vibrant flavours and surrounds of the Sandton neighbourhood. He's chowing in Zioux, a hip eatery and bar with a South American flair. Followed by cooking some incredible recipes.
E3Wild Kwa-Zulu Natal
Sep 2, 2023
Based at Thonga Beach Lodge, Warren takes us through two recipes using local peanuts and chillies. Then, onto the quaint coastal village of St Lucia to cook a recipe on a sunrise cruise.
E4Madikwe Safari
Sep 9, 2023
Sprawling across the northern border of South Africa. Madikwe Safari Lodge (with Rhinos and Giraffes), Warren will cook a South African inspired dessert and a risotto. Also a sunset feast in the bush.
E5The Garden Route
Sep 16, 2023
A true hidden gem of South Africa, the Garden Route is a 200km coastal highway. At the Turbine Hotel Warren will cook a South African curry & dessert and shuck wild oysters with a local legend.
E6Cape Town Spice
Sep 23, 2023
Warren has dedicated the entire episode to diving into a specific style of South African cooking known as 'Cape Malay'. he'll eat amazing, spiced lamb and will be cooking a comforting chicken curry.
E7Wine Country
Sep 30, 2023
Warren is in the Franschhoek Valley, exploring the endless bounty of Boschendal Wine Estate. After a ride on a tram through the vineyards he dives into a tasting and cooks some decadent lamb shanks.
E8Hidden Hermanus
Oct 7, 2023
Warren deepens his love of wine by venturing to Newton Johnson, the 'wine farm with a view', and drink their most popular drops matched with food pairings from their restaurant.
E9Paternoster by the Sea
Oct 14, 2023
Warren is heading into the picturesque town of Paternoster, with a local fisherman to haul a few of South Africa's famous crayfish to make a rich bisque and pasta dish with their sweet meat.
E10Beyond Blade Canyon
Oct 21, 2023
As the final stanza in Warren's Food Trail of South Africa, he'll take a chopper ride over the largest canyon in Africa, whip up a biltong quiche and create a hearty vegetable soup.
Join Warren Mendes on an authentic culinary journey through the diverse regions of South Africa to explore its people, the diversity of its regional flavours and its widely heralded cooking culture.
E1Episode 1
Aug 23, 2025
Storyline
Food Trail: South Africa is a feast for aspirational foodies and travel curious audiences, taking them on an authentic culinary journey through selected regions of South Africa to explore its people, the diversity of its regional flavours and its widely heralded cooking culture.
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