What’s the Difference? A Woolies Food Podcast

About What’s the Difference? A Woolies Food Podcast

Award-winning radio host Sibongile Mafu and acclaimed food writer Steve Steinfeld hold lively, laugh-out-loud conversations with the innovators, rule-breakers and visionaries shaping how the country eats today. Expect big personalities, bold opinions and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Featuring guests like Miles Kubheka, Jackie Cameron, and Bertus Basson, you’ll be the first to know the ideas changing the future of food. New episodes every Wednesday Brought to you by Woolworths Produced by POP24

Publisher

Woolworths

Category

arts · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Jan 2026

Latest episode

28 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Oct 2026

   Comedy, culture and getting your meat right on the braai with Marc Lottering

   What makes a great South African braai and why do we get so much of it wrong? Legendary comedian Marc Lottering joins Woolworths Head of Trade for Protein and Dairy, Cecil Mitchell, to unpack braai culture, meat quality and the art of storytelling with hosts Sibongile Mafu and Steve Steinfeld. In Season 2, Episode 4 of What’s the Difference? A Woolies Food Podcast, we dig into everything from boerewors vs braaiwors to how to tell when your steak is medium without cutting it. Marc shares stories from growing up on the Cape Flats, how his church upbringing inspired his most beloved characters, and why he believes truth is the foundation of great comedy. He talks about the birth of Aunty Merle, the terror of testing new material, and his current national tour, Ankle Marc. Cecil takes us behind the scenes of Woolworths’ meat quality: why air-chilled chicken tastes better, how steak tenderness is scientifically tested, what the difference is between boerewors and braaiwors, and how to choose the right cut for your braai. From the cultural dynamics of a South African braai to why you should never prick your wors, this episode is a celebration of food, fire and fellowship. Subscribe for more conversations about food, and tell us in the comments: what’s your go-to braai cut?Episode DetailsWhat's the Difference? A Woolies Food PodcastSeason 2, Episode 4Brought to you by Woolworths.Produced by Pop24Published by Woolworths TASTEHosts: Sibongile Mafu and Steve SteinfeldGuests: Marc Lottering, comedian and performer (Ankle Marc national tour, Aunty Merle musicals); Cecil Mitchell, Head of Trade: Protein and Dairy, Woolworths#Braai #Boerewors #WhatsTheDifferenceLinksMarc Lottering official website (Ankle Marc tickets): https://marclottering.com/ Woolworths: How to Braai in South Africa (step-by-step guide): https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/article/articles/how-to-braai-in-south-africa/_/A-cmp217377 Woolworths: Boerewors Done Right With Woolies: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/article/articles/boerewors-done-right-with-woolies/_/A-cmp217356 Woolworths: Braai Meat Favourites (shop the braai): https://www.woolworths.co.za/browse/food-south-africa/braai-shop/braai-meat-favourites Woolworths: Braai Day Tips from Pete: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/5-ways/braai-day-tips-from-pete/_/A-cmp200606 Woolworths: Our Quality Meat Difference: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/5-ways/woolies-buying-guides/our-quality-meat-difference/_/A-cmp207143 Woolworths: The Woolworths Difference — Chicken (air-chilled, matured on the bone): https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/5-ways/chicken/the-woolworths-difference-chicken/_/A-cmp202756 Show NotesIn this episode, hosts Sibongile Mafu and Steve Steinfeld welcome legendary South African comedian Marc Lottering and Woolworths Head of Trade for Protein and Dairy, Cecil Mitchell, for a conversation about braai culture, meat quality and the art of storytelling. Together, they unpack what makes a great South African braai, how to choose and cook the right cuts of meat, and why Marc’s comedy is rooted in truth and observation.Marc Lottering’s storyMarc Lottering is one of South Africa’s most beloved comedians, with a career spanning nearly three decades. Born and raised on the Cape Flats, Marc started doing stand-up on his 30th birthday and has since become a household name. He is known for his character work, particularly Aunty Merle, and has been inducted into the South African Comics Choice Hall of Fame. He is currently on a national tour with his new show, Ankle Marc, and is heading to London, Australia and Amsterdam. His website is marclottering.com.How did Marc’s upbringing shape his comedy?Marc grew up in a religious household on the Cape Flats, where his father was a pastor. As a child, he observed the drama, intensity and humour of church life, people being prayed over for hours to cast out demons, prayer meetings at the house where the women would gossip about neighbours before the a

2. 

   21 Oct 2026

   Is the protein hype getting out of hand? A registered dietician weighs in

   How much protein do you actually need, and is the social media obsession with it doing more harm than good? Sports dietician Rosey Lombard, who works with the Springbok Women’s rugby team, Cricket South Africa and the Emirates Lions, joins Woolworths Head of Trade for Protein and Dairy, Cecil Mitchell, to unpack the protein conversation. In Season 2, Episode 3 of What is the Difference? A Woolies Food Podcast, we dig into why most people are eating more protein than they realise, how to build balanced meals without overcomplicating them, and what the 80/20 approach really looks like. Rosey breaks down the numbers from 0.8 grams per kilo for the average person to 1.6 grams for active athletes and explains why chocolate milk is a legitimate recovery drink. Cecil takes us behind the scenes of Woolworths’ protein and dairy range: why biltong is a protein powerhouse at 40–60% protein, what goes into Woolies’ air-chilled chicken, how the team tests steak tenderness with science, and what’s coming next in the high-protein dairy aisle. From label-reading and supplement safety to the Informed Sport certification and why creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders, this episode separates protein fact from fiction. Subscribe for more conversations about food and tell us in the comments: are you team protein shake or team real food? Episode DetailsWhat's the Difference? A Woolies Food PodcastSeason 2, Episode 3Brought to you by Woolworths.Produced by Pop24Published by Woolworths TASTEHosts: Sibongile Mafu and Steve SteinfeldGuests: Rosey Lombard, sports dietician, and co-founder of The Nutrition House (Springbok Women’s Rugby, Cricket South Africa, Emirates Lions); Cecil Mitchell, Head of Trade: Protein and Dairy, Woolworths#Protein #SportsNutrition #WhatsTheDifference LinksThe Nutrition House (Rosey Lombard’s practice): https://thenutritionhouse.co.za/pages/sports-nutrition Woolworths: Our Quality Meat Difference: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/5-ways/woolies-buying-guides/our-quality-meat-difference/_/A-cmp207143 Woolworths: The Woolworths Difference Chicken (air-chilled, matured on the bone): https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/5-ways/chicken/the-woolworths-difference-chicken/_/A-cmp202756 Woolworths: Fishing for the Future (sustainable seafood): https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/article/fishing-for-the-future/fishing-for-the-future/_/A-cmp214480 Woolworths: Need to know — Free Range Chicken: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/article/chicken/need-to-know-free-range-chicken/_/A-cmp202758 Woolworths: Our Five Freedoms of Free Range: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/howto/our-five-freedoms-of-free-range/_/A-cmp210687 Show NotesIn this episode, hosts Sibongile Mafu and Steve Steinfeld welcome sports dietician Rosey Lombard and Woolworths Head of Trade for Protein and Dairy, Cecil Mitchell, for a conversation about protein, sports nutrition and the science behind Woolworths’ meat and dairy products. Together, they unpack how much protein we actually need, why social media has created a protein obsession, and how Woolworths ensures consistent quality across its protein range.Who is Rosey Lombard and what does she do?Rosey Lombard is a registered sports dietician and co-founder of The Nutrition House in Johannesburg. She works with elite athletes including the Springbok Women’s rugby team, Cricket South Africa (the Proteas), and the Emirates Lions rugby team. She holds a BSc in Sport Science and a BSc Honours in Kinderkinetics from Stellenbosch University, and a BSc (Med)(Sci) Honours in Nutrition and Dietetics from UCT. Rosey is also a new mother and is passionate about helping people realise that nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated.Why is everyone suddenly obsessed with protein?Rosey explains that the protein conversation has shifted dramatically, driven largely by social media and the rise of fitness trends such as CrossFit and HYROX. People are now visiting dieticians fearing they’re not getting enough prot

3. 

   14 Oct 2026

   This is why Woolworths has put its free-range eggs in the fridge

   What does “free range” actually mean – and who checks? There is no legal definition of free range in South Africa, so what should you look for when you buy eggs? Farmer Khaya Burwana and Woolworths category manager for seafood and poultry, Ebrahim Moosajee, join hosts Sibongile Mafu and Steve Steinfeld to unpack free-range farming, egg quality and the journey from coop to carton. In Season 2, Episode 2 of What’s the Difference? A Woolies Food Podcast, we crack open the world of free-range eggs. From stocking densities and chicken welfare to yolk colour, refrigeration and the float test, the conversation connects farming practices with everyday shopping choices. Khaya shares how he swapped a master’s in IT for 100 chickens and a rented farm in Mfuleni, his work introducing hydroponic farming to schools, and what the Woolworths Youth Makers programme has done for his business. Ebrahim takes us behind the scenes of Woolworths’ free-range standards – including why the team put toys and music in chicken coops, why Woolworths moved the eggs into the fridge, and why a darker yolk doesn’t always mean a better egg. Subscribe for more conversations about food, and tell us in the comments: do you store your eggs in the fridge or on the counter? Episode details What’s the Difference? A Woolies Food PodcastSeason 2, Episode 2Brought to you by Woolworths.Produced by Pop24Published by Woolworths TASTEHosts: Sibongile Mafu and Steve SteinfeldGuests: Khaya Burwana, farmer and founder of AgriKey Farming; Ebrahim Moosajee, Category Manager: Poultry and Seafood, Woolworths#FreeRange #Eggs #WhatsTheDifference Links Woolworths: Need to know – Free Range Chicken: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/article/chicken/need-to-know-free-range-chicken/_/A-cmp202758 Woolworths: Our Five Freedoms of Free Range: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/howto/our-five-freedoms-of-free-range/_/A-cmp210687 Woolworths Youth Makers: Khaya: https://www.woolworths.co.za/content/article/youth-makers-khaya/_/A-cmp214843 AgriKey Farming website: https://www.agrikey-farming.co.za/ Show notes In this episode Hosts Sibongile Mafu and Steve Steinfeld welcome farmer Khaya Burwana and Woolworths category manager Ebrahim Moosajee for a conversation about free-range eggs, animal welfare and the journey from farm to shelf. Together, they explore what free range actually means in South Africa, how Woolworths sets and audits its standards, and how a young farmer from the Eastern Cape is using technology and education to change the way communities think about food. How did Khaya go from IT to farming? Khaya grew up in a rural area near King William’s Town in the Eastern Cape, where looking after livestock was part of daily life. After moving to Cape Town at age 10, he noticed the opportunity in poultry through his mother, an informal trader who bought and sold chickens. Despite holding a master’s in IT, Khaya felt called to farming. In 2021, he started AgriKey Farming in Mfuleni with 100 chickens on a rented farm, and the business has grown and diversified since. Why does Khaya advocate for young people in farming? Khaya challenges the stereotype of the old-fashioned farmer by showing that farming can be modern, efficient and technology-driven. He uses automated irrigation, hydroponic structures and social media to run and market his business. He is passionate about showing young people that farming is not just manual labour but can incorporate technology, entrepreneurship and innovation. What has the Woolworths Youth Makers programme done for Khaya? As a Youth Makers recipient, Khaya received a cash grant, mentorship from Woolworths experts and the opportunity to showcase his products nationwide. The mentorship helped him professionalise his business – from tracking his best-performing products by percentage to improving how he sets up his stall and markets his brand. The association with Woolworths also opened doors and built credibility in rooms where a young fa

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