A Hunger To Succeed

This week, James and Luke visit the Broadway in Southall to share a meal with Faisal Ali, co-owner of Giftos Lahore Karahi. As they eat, Faisal reflects on how food brings people together, especially within Southall’s Pakistani community.

**Introduction** (0:00 – 3:14)

(Starter)

Luke introduces the Giftos Lahore Karahi franchise and James and Luke discuss whether there is a significant difference between food that claims to be ‘Pakistani” and food that claims to be ‘Indian’

**Interview** (3:14 – 17:29)

(Main Course)

Faisal Ali reflects on how food sharing has particular significance for Muslim communities, whilst sharing his father Ashad Mohammed’s migration story – including developing a successful business in 1960s Southall – and its ties to their family’s journey from South Asia to West London.

**Post-Interview** (17:30 – 23:26)

(Dessert)

Luke and James reflect on Southall’s history of resistance and how it has shaped the success of Southall residents.

**Closing remarks and acknowledgments** (23:29 – 24:10)

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Menu – Food eaten

• Dai Puri
• Samosa Chaat
• Peshwari Naan
• Lamb shish kebab
• Chicken tikka
• Paneer tikka
• Lamb chops
• Tadka dal
• Mango lassi

Literature mentioned:

Education, Aspiration and Social Mobility - Uncertain Futures for Rural Youth in India by Peggy Froerer (coming out soon!)