Amazon | Laura Price

Flavour-packed, nutrient-rich ají negro, an Amazonian condiment overlooked for generations, has been given a new lease of life

“We are losing traditions and knowledge, and once it’s gone, there is no way to get it back because much of it is transmitted aurally”

“We’re speaking a language of food. Gastronomy can create change, there’s no question about it.”

“The most important thing is not to arrive there and invade. It’s about developing friendships so we can have a trusting work relationship.”

“There was always that fear that Kjolle wouldn’t live up to Central. I took a risk but I decided to do it, and luckily we have a strong team.”