5. Asma Khan

Jimi and Alison meet Asma Khan, the groundbreaking chef using food to make the world a better place. The founder of London restaurant Darjeeling Express, where home-style Indian dishes are cooked by a team of women, Asma is passionate about championing sidelined communities. She explains why food can help us connect with each other ­– and why you’ll never find okra fries on her menu. Follow Asma Khan on Instagram @asmakhanlondon and on Twitter @Asma_KhanLDN. To find out more about the series go to waitrose.com/podcast Host: Jimi Famurewa Co-host: Alison Oakervee Producer: Sera Berksoy Executive Producer: Nikki Duffy Editor: Nathan Copelin A John Brown production for Waitrose & Partners See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.