South African Cullinary Icon Dorah Sithole Passed On
It was with great shock and sadness that we heard about the death this morning of Dorah Sitole from Covid complications. She was 67. Dorah was a significant icon, respected and loved by all who met her. Everyone at NB the publishing house and her fans on social media extends sincere condolences to Dorah’s family at this most difficult time. 40 Years of Iconic Food , was published in October 2020 and is a celebration of Dorah Sitole’s culinary journey, which took her from a hungry childhood in the townships to kitchens and cuisines across Africa and beyond. Her remarkable career in food has led to her becoming both a celebrated figure in culinary circles and a beloved household name. "I believe we are on the cusp of an African food revolution. With this book, I seek to strike a balance between paying homage to traditional cooking methods and putting my own, modern, interpretation on authentic dishes,” she said. Dorah Sitole was a former editor and food editor of True Love magaz