An Exciting Culinary Fusion Celebrates Poila Baisakh
In an engaging episode of KKR’s ‘Knight Bite’, cricketers Quinton de Kock, Anrich Nortje, and Manish Pandey came together for a special cooking session. Celebrating the Bengali New Year, these sports stars showcased their culinary skills ahead of their game against Punjab Kings.
Quinton de Kock: The Cooking Maestro
Quinton de Kock’s humorous confession stole the show when he declared, “I live in the kitchen back home. My wife chills, I do all the cooking.” His ease and familiarity with the cooking process contrasted amusingly with teammate Anrich Nortje, who admitted it was his first kitchen visit in a long while.
Adrenaline-Packed Adventures and Culinary Passion
The South African duo didn’t just talk cooking—they shared their passion for fishing, a sport that complements their culinary interests. De Kock remarked on the exhilarating nature of fishing in exotic locations like the Amazon and mid-Africa, which matches the thrill of sports and cooking.
Innovative Cuisine: Bengali Meets South African
The highlight of the show was the unique dish prepared by the cricketers—a traditional Bengali paturi infused with a spicy South African peri-peri marinade. The combination of fish and prawns wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in an air fryer was both a cultural and gastronomic fusion.
Star Power: Manish Pandey Reminiscing and Inspiring
Adding to the episode’s charm, Manish Pandey shared memorable insights from his time with KKR, especially lifting the IPL trophy in 2014. His anecdotes about past glories and hopes for future triumphs added depth and inspiration to the session.
The Taste Test: Spiciness Handled with Ease
As the episode wrapped up, the cricketers tasted their creation. Quinton de Kock’s casual remark, “No, not for me,” in response to the dish’s spiciness, highlighted his comfort with bold flavors, ending the show on a note of culinary confidence.
The cooking session was not just about food; it was a celebration of culture, teamwork, and personal stories, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating more such delightful crossovers in the future.
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Last Updated: April 15, 2025
