{
  "id": 7966837,
  "title": "From Victoria Street Market to TV and the kitchen: Prim Reddy’s extraordinary journey",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/from-victoria-street-market-to-tv-and-the-kitchen-prim-reddys",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-17T06:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/thepost/news/2026-09-17-from-victoria-street-market-to-tv-and-the-kitchen-prim-reddys-extraordinary-journey/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "From her childhood spent mixing spices at her family's spice shop at the Victoria Street Market to becoming a household name on South African television, building a restaurant, and receiving a prestigious international award, Primodhini \"Prim\" Reddy's life has been an extraordinary journey. Born and raised in Cape Town, Prim grew up in Cato Manor before moving to Isipingo, where her parents ran spice shops at the local market. At age eight, she began learning the art of spice mixing, packing herbs for sale with her siblings.\n\nPrim's parents instilled in her the values of humility and respect, reminding her that one must treat everyone equally and be prepared for both success and failure. She attended Isipingo Heights Primary School and St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, later pursuing a degree in communication from the University of South Africa. In 1994, she landed a job as a continuity presenter for the SABC, where she developed a strong fan base and even ventured into radio with shows on Radio 702 and CapeTalk.\n\nAfter working as a human resources manager, Prim decided to follow her passion for cooking and opened the restaurant, Indian Chapter, in 2012. Despite the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, Prim remained determined, re-establishing her restaurant with the help of her family. This remarkable journey has made Prim Reddy a Dame of the Order of Saint Stanislaus, an honor bestowed upon those who selflessly dedicate their lives to improving the well-being of others.",
  "summary": "From mixing spices at her family’s Durban shop to becoming a television presenter, restaurateur and award-winning cookbook author, Prim Reddy reflects on the journey that has led to her latest honour.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}