Joanna Lumley sets off on one of her most epic voyages yet, a journey through the world’s greatest spice continents to discover the rich tapestry of flavours and cultures which have shaped our world. Touring Indonesia, Zanzibar, India and Madagascar, Joanna explores the centuries-old spice trade in this brand new four-part series of discovery.
Cast: Joanna Lumley
Series 1
4 episodes
1. IndonesiaIn this episode Joanna is heading to a collection of remote Indonesian islands, so small that her first challenge is finding them on the map.TV-PGCC46minJul 5, 2023
2. IndiaJoanna returns to her birthplace, India, in search of a kitchen cupboard staple once known as ‘black gold’. Starting in the majestic ancient city of Hampi, she’s invited to a dazzling Hindu festival by a local rock climber. Onwards to the lush backwaters of Kerala where she meets a great grandmother who teaches the oldest martial art in the world and spends the night in a magical houseboat inspired by the old spice traders.TV-PGCC47minJul 12, 2023
3. MadagascarJoanna Lumley’s spice journey continues on the African island of Madagascar. Travelling overland on the country’s notorious pot-holed roads, she discovers the secrets of the world’s second most expensive spice, vanilla. From the unique way it’s grown to how it’s dealt on the streets.TV-PGCC47minJul 19, 2023
4. Zanzibar & JordanThe last leg of Joanna Lumley’s journey takes her by dhow to Zanzibar, the spice island of Africa where merchants from around the world have left their mark on the architecture, religion and music. Finally, she travels to Jordan where the spice trail continued on land.TV-PGCC47minJul 26, 2023
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Joanna Lumley's Spice Trail Adventure
Joanna Lumley sets off on one of her most epic voyages yet, a journey through the world’s greatest spice continents to discover the rich tapestry of flavours and cultures which have shaped our world. Touring Indonesia, Zanzibar, India and Madagascar, Joanna explores the centuries-old spice trade in this brand new four-part series of discovery.
Creators and cast
- Cast
- Joanna Lumley
- Studio
- Burning Bright Productions, ITV Studios
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
Spanish, English
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