with the emergence of mandela, south africa became a beacon and refuge for millions all over the continent. >> that's when i took the food. that was the first way to engage. >> sanza has no formal culinary training. he's completely self taught, picking up bits and pieces where he can. often from the women in the neighborhood. so you're plucking the best of everybody's culinary culture? >> every day i learn. the smell, the color. what are you eating. where are you from? been taught by some men, it's not how it's cooked at home. go back there. there's a small kitchen. she'll teach you something. then that's me. i'm here, aunty. i'm really keen on how you're make your particular sauce. >> and they'll show you. >> they'll show me stuff. [ cheers and applause ]