Vusi Nova: Unprovoked
Channel: SABC1
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Reality, Docu-Reality
Follows musician Vusi Nova on his journey of conquering life stages with the fervour of his performances.
The series takes you through his journey from a life of fame in the fast lane to gatecrashing into grandfather-hood, a life-changing spiritual odyssey and business ventures, where surrender is not an option, and every challenge is a stepping stone to triumph.
This is a fictional version of Vusi's life, punctuated by music sessions and high-stakes business deals, all set against the backdrop of luxurious locales.
Amid the glitz of fame and the glamour of fortune, he remains a young Xhosa man at heart, deeply connected to his cultural roots.
This world is an intricate blend of modern extravagance and traditional values, where spiritual journeys and ancestral ties are as significant as his next chart-topping hit or business venture.
The series invites you into his universe, a kaleidoscope of relentless ambition and boundless creativity, moments of vibrant tapestry woven with threads of fashion-forward trends and exotic travel destinations.
In the series premiere: Vusi grapples with the shock of becoming a grandfather while preparing for a gig and dealing with the loss of his dog.
A surprise visit from Dezz with news of his child and a candid conversation with friend Somizi sets the tone for Vusi's multifaceted life.
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Hot Dish with Franco
Channel: Food Network (DStv 175)
TX Time: 16h05
Genre: Food
Join chef and restaurateur Franco Noriega in the kitchen as he prepares crowd-pleasing plates that are full of flavour.
In each of the six-half hour episodes, Franco shares personal heartfelt stories of his Peruvian and Italian roots as he prepares delicious dishes with his signature flare for flavour.
From quick and easy weeknight meals to brunch and classic Latin dishes with a twist, all of Franco's food is easy, accessible and brings people together.
Born and raised in Lima, Peru, Franco's culinary journey began at a young age.
Influenced by the vibrant and diverse culinary landscape of his homeland, he developed an insatiable curiosity for cooking and a deep appreciation for fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Guided by his mother's Italian heritage and his own creative instincts, Noriega's culinary skills flourished, ultimately leading him to study at the French Culinary Institute in Manhattan.
After honing his culinary craft in renowned kitchens across Europe, Noriega opened his first restaurant, Baby Brasa.
Noriega's innovative approach to traditional Peruvian cuisine, focusing on organic and sustainable ingredients, showcased his commitment to delivering both flavour and nutrition.
Throughout the season, Franco takes you on a culinary journey, sprinkling in tidbits of his Latin American and Italian background along with cooking tips and tricks.
His recipes strike a balance between authentic and eclectic, ranging from arepas with melted cheese and chorizo to vegetable ceviche, and to deconstructed tiramisu.
In the series premiere, "A Memorable Meal": Franco recreates the meal that made him fall in love with New York City.
He puts his own twist on steak frites with a bright green chimichurri and fluffy and crunchy twice baked potato wedges.
A brown butter lemon sauce and crispy parmesan chips make his crispy parmesan lemon asparagus the perfect side.
And an ooey gooey lava chocolate chip cookie is the perfect sweet surprise-inside dessert.
In the second episode of the weekend double bill, "That's Amore!": Franco recreates his Italian grandmother's favourite dishes.
A prosciutto flatbread pizza with melty caramelized onions and sweet balsamic vinegar glaze is the perfect appetizer.
Then, his meaty, rich and creamy rigatoni bolognese is the star of the meal, while stuffed zucchini with lemon aioli is the perfect side.
Finally, his simple deconstructed tiramisu celebrates the best part of this iconic Italian dessert - the filling.
Huang's World 2
Channel: eReality (Openview 108)
TX Time: 17h00
Genre: Documentary Series, Food
This series, hosted by Eddie Huang, focuses on the concept of "exploring identity using food as an equalizer," as Huang travels around the world and experiences local culture and politics.
He went to law school, got hired, got fired, told jokes, sold weed, did molly, opened a restaurant, wrote a New York Times bestseller, and now he's here, drinking burgundy in Burgundy, eating anciently in Istanbul, and dropping lines like "the politics is in the plate."
This season, once again, Eddie takes a look at the nature of identity and multiculturalism through the shared and universal experience of food.
His journeys take him across the US from Hawaii and its rich native culture to the whiter than white shores of Cape Cod as well as American cultural centres LA, New York and DC on the weekend of the Trump inauguration.
This season also finds Eddie travelling through Asia, South America and one of the wealthiest places on Earth - Dubai.
Rico to the Rescue 2
Channel: HGTV (DStv 177)
TX Time: 21h00
Genre: Home Improvement, Reality Makeover
Builder Rico León will continue helping Denver homeowners salvage renovations that have gone off the rails in a new season of Rico to the Rescue.
Driven by his parents' past experience with a crooked contractor, Rico is an advocate for desperate families who need an empathetic expert to fix their stressful situations.
During the nine-episode run, he and his skilled team will tour the house to assess the projects, work to resolve issues with the builder and create a renovation and design plan to turn the construction nightmare into a dream home.
In the Season 2 premiere, "From Ex to Extra": A singer's plan to transform her house into a haven for music takes a turn when she breaks up with her boyfriend who was overseeing the renovation.
Now with a half-finished project and little money to spare, Rico is enlisted to get her home back on track.