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