The Palm Pod
Planting the seeds of change, one pod at a time. Join us at The Palm Pod for engaging discussions, expert insights, and industry updates on sustainable palm oil, guiding consumers and businesses to make better choices for the people, planet and prosperity. This podcast is brought to you by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) - a global partnership to make palm oil sustainable.
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Episode 7 - Red Gold: The Cultural & Culinary Significance of Palm Oil in West Africa
Before the oil palm journeyed thousands of miles across the world, it was already a cherished treasure in the African region. For the people of Africa, palm oil is more than just a commodity—it is deeply woven into their history, culture, identity, and daily lives.
To explore this rich historical connection, our host, Fara Rom spoke with Ozoz Sokoh, food historian, and the author of Chop Chop: Cooking the Food of Nigeria, who shares captivating insights and anecdotes about the deep-rooted relationship between palm oil and the people of Africa.
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Related Links:
Ozoz's Cooking Blog: https://www.kitchenbutterfly.com/
Chop-chop Cookbook: Cooking the Food of Nigeria: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/716119/chop-chop-by-ozoz-sokoh/9780525612544
Learn more about sustainable palm oil at www.rspo.org.
*The views and opinions expressed on The Palm Pod are solely those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect those of The Palm Pod or the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).