Mapuna takes a look at the growing and eating of kai with Dr Jessica Hutchings from the Papawhakaritorito Charitable Trust and chef Kia Kanuta. Next week the trust will hold a three-day wananga in Tamaki Makaurau to support research and practices that champion kai atua and deliver biodiversity, food sovereignty and cultural heritage. Julian Wilcox also talks to Kia Kanuta who's the head chef at Auckland restaurant, Ada, and one of his signature dishes is whole snapper with a marmite sauce.
[Saturday 06 April 2024, 12:18]
Every Saturday after the Midday news, Julian Wilcox talks to Māori throughout Aotearoa, from sports legends, to business leaders, to artists and community advocates. Māpuna acknowledges those who are beloved and respected within their communities. 'He māpuna e arohatia ana, e kaingāukautia ana.' Producer - Tama Muru.