#15 This Is A Token with Meera Sodha

Cook, food writer. columnist and celebrated author of ‘Made in India’ and ‘East’ - the wonderful and vibrant Meera Sodha joins Alex on our ‘This is a Token’ podcast for a chat about her most treasured pieces of jewellery. From an enamelled Jemima Puddle-duck brooch she has treasured since she was 4 years old, to a cinnamon red Rudraksha seed bead gifted to her by a beloved grandmother, whose touch keeps her grounded in uncertain moments. Listen in as Alex and Meera have a rich and uplifting discussion about a her life experiences as a creative home cook inspired by her Gujarat Indian and Ugandan roots, to harnessing the mood of food, relishing the ‘happiness’ of coriander seeds and the process of taking a toolbox of precious ingredients and conjuring up something truly magical! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This Is A Token with Alex Monroe is a podcast that celebrates all things jewellery. Alex Monroe has spent half a lifetime designing and making jewellery, but what really interests him is what it means to other people. Every week, Alex explores the relationship between his guest and their favourite pieces of jewellery. Together they uncover the moving, fascinating and often surprising stories tethered to each piece, and the emotional connections they just can’t do without. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.