VOICED : South African chefs dish up modern old st

Chef Chris Erasmus, working in South Africa's Cape Winelands, revives traditional cooking methods using modern scientific techniques. Inspired by the Voortrekkers, he employs lactic acid fermentation and other methods to enhance food safety and reduce spoilage. His recipes, like the salted lamb's rib, attract tourists seeking unique flavors, blending historical culinary practices with contemporary science.

What scientific method does Chef Chris Erasmus use to make food preservation safer?

• Freezing

• Canning

• Lactic acid fermentation

• Dehydration

Who were the Voortrekkers that inspired Chris's cooking methods?

• French settlers in Canada

• Dutch immigrants in southern Africa

• Spanish explorers in South America

• British colonists in India

What is a key characteristic of the dishes Chris creates?

• They are primarily vegetarian

• They are made with modern techniques

• They require time and patience

• They are quick to prepare

How is the salted lamb's rib prepared according to Chris's recipe?

• Boiled in a pot

• Baked in an oven

• Grilled over an open flame

• Rubbed with spices and smoked in a chimney

Why are Chris's recipes popular with tourists?

• They are made with local ingredients

• They are easy to cook at home

• They offer new and exciting flavors

• They are inexpensive