Serving Up Stories: Key Takeaways from 'Cooking Back to Our Roots' Season 2 Teaser Episode 1

The first episode of 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 Season 2 was recorded, bringing with it a wave of anticipation and excitement. I was honored to be joined by the inspiring guest speakers Kobi Ampoma and Benedicta Badu, whose insightful dialogue served as food for the soul.

"Cooking Back to Our Roots" is not just a cooking show—it's a vibrant exploration of our shared heritage, a journey back to our cultural roots through the universal language of food. It goes beyond food—it fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation for our shared history, with each ingredient, recipe, and culinary technique serving as a tangible connection to our past.

Guest Speakers for Episode 1

In this inaugural episode, we delve deep into the significant influence of Dutch slavery history on the African Diaspora in the Netherlands. Guided by the wealth of knowledge and personal insights from Kobi Ampoma and Benedicta Badu, we navigated through this complex and often underexplored aspect of our shared history.

Their narratives illuminated how these historical events have shaped the cultural landscape of the Netherlands and continue to impact the experiences of the African Diaspora today.

Cooking Back to Our Roots Season wouldn't have been possible without the invaluable support of City of Amsterdam, Amplify DEI, The Project Wizard, udu media, MUA Glamdelien , Momentrepreneurs_nl, Bobo Couture (IG), Black Ladies Talk and Het Koorenhuis.

Painting in the back is 𝗦𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿, created by artist Kenneth Aidoo (winner of the Koninklijke Prijs 2022 (Royal Award 2022)

Their contributions were instrumental in bringing this vision to life. As I look forward to future episodes, I am filled with anticipation for the rich conversations, discoveries, and connections that "Cooking Back to Our Roots" will continue to foster.