One Italian chef, five African countries, zero fear of eating goat head soup.
Season 1 • Episode 13
LatestNestled in the northern foothills of Ethiopia is the remote small town of Lalibela. It’s considered one of the holiest places in the world, especially during the all-important Easter week celebrations. David takes in all the rituals and traditions, which date back over 1000 years, as he visits the beautiful monolithic churches, carved directly into the stone. A big part of Easter for the orthodox people of Lalibela is the 'breaking of the fast' after a 55 day period of Lent. David helps prepare for the traditional feast, with a visit to the huge Easter market, the slaughter, and finally, the preparations of the delicious meal which the entire family comes out to enjoy.
Celebrity Italian chef David Rocco embarks on an African culinary sojourn to explore the rich culinary culture of the world's oldest continent. On the cards are travels through Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar, and South Africa. In places which were once occupied by Italy, Rocco examines the Italian influence on the cuisine.
Cinematography
Africa looks INCREDIBLE. Someone clearly had budget.
Production
Rocco actually engages locals, doesn't just parachute in.
Writing
Surprisingly thoughtful on Italian colonial history.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Rocco filmed in Ethiopia's Eritrean region, notably avoiding political commentary on the ongoing tensions—a choice viewers still debate.
The goat head soup in Kenya required a three-hour pre-dawn shoot; Rocco's unscripted reaction was genuine first-take terror.
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