E7 • Cioa Ethiopia

In order to get to the heart of what it means to be Kenyan, David meets an eclectic variety of local artists and entrepreneurs who open his eyes to the joys, the challenges, and the vibrancy of life in the city and in the ghetto.

The Rocco family journeys into the Maasai Mara to have a truly unique and life-changing experience: a Safari adventure to top anyone's bucket list; they learn a thing or two about the circle of life.

David Rocco explores Johannesburg's street art scene with local graffiti artists; he learns about the history of the city, which is still evolving following the end of Apartheid; he samples local cuisine, from roadside braai to hipster world markets.

David Rocco discovers there's more to the township of Soweto in South Africa than meets the eye; with a powerful art and dance culture that's full of passion and energy, this tight-knit community is growing into a formidable city of its own.

David receives 12 hours' notice to attend a wedding in Tanzania's capital city, and it's a good thing he's in Dar es Salaam, a major hub of fashion, textiles, and trade; David takes a trip to a fishing village to soak up its fresh seafood market.

David speaks with Ethiopian-born people who have recently moved back to Addis Ababal; he realizes that the true spirit of Ethiopia, with its reputation for poverty and famine, lies in the younger generations who are paving a new future.

In the wake of a 7-year Italian occupation of Addis Ababa, a charming Italian culture intertwines with the modern Ethiopia that the city now represents. David meets up with his friend Fabricio, a proud Italian who spent his childhood in Addis Ababa.

David meets a young business owner who builds houseboats. Together they have fun cooking fresh local seafood for friends, right on the boat.

David journeys off the beaten path in Zanzibar to the small fishing village of Jambiani; during his stay on the island, David witnesses the daily life of the locals, from seaweed harvesting to spear fishing for fresh octopus.

Local chef and foodie Andrew Draper takes David on a culinary journey through his hometown of Durban, South Africa; from trendy cafes to massive street markets, they get a taste of how the locals eat, with a focus on huge amounts of barbecued meats.

Durban is a free tour group operated by three young professionals, who take David on a private trek through their beloved city; David gets a crash course on some of the city's history and some of the best local hotspots for delicious food.

David visits the city of Lalibela in Ethiopia, which seems at first sight to be frozen in time, but its economy is developing quickly, and the number of inhabitants is constantly increasing.

David travels to Lalibela in the foothills of Ethiopia to help prepare for the traditional feast, with a visit to the huge Easter market, the slaughter, and finally, the preparations of the delicious meal which the entire family comes out to enjoy.