Porridge for the Soul
At a dinner honoring pioneering chef Edna Lewis, Vivian gives porridge the royal treatment and learns about African American contributions to Southern cuisine. While in the port city, Vivian learns how rice holds the key to slavery’s sordid history.
Previews + Extras
Preview: Porridge for the Soul
S1 E2 - 30s
At a dinner honoring Edna Lewis, Vivian gives porridge the royal treatment and honors African American contributions to Southern food.
A Lil TeeTee
S1 E2 - 2m 32s
Gullah chef BJ Dennis takes Vivian to Hannibal's a Black-owned restaurant in Charleston. While there, Vivian samples a variety of grits dishes and talks with owner Saphia Huger about how gentrification has influenced her clientel.
Soul Food with Mashama
S1 E2 - 2m 27s
Vivian heads down to Savannah, GA to visit friend and award-winning chef Mashama Bailey. While there, she samples Mashama's decadent grits and foie gras as Mashama shares her definition of soul food.
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