At Shwen Shwen in Sevenoaks, chef Maria Bradford is redefining what fine dining looks like. Her Afro-fusion menu celebrates the depth, intelligence and elegance of Sierra Leonean cuisine, – from moringa desserts to fiery pepe chicken – served with warmth, pride and precision. This is heritage reimagined for a new generation.

Paule Béké is the London-based chef redefining African cuisine through her bold Afrofusion dinners and Paris-based restaurant. From ancestral grains to MasterChef pressure tests, she shares how her Ivorian roots, French training and global mindset are reshaping the way we eat and connect.