Some of Soweto’s hottest restaurants, pubs and clubs will include a treasure trove of mushroom-heavy dishes. Shoppers will be treated to live cooking demos, tastings and plenty of spot prizes on 31 October at Maponya Mall.

The festival is a South African Mushroom Farmers’ Association initiative, and aims to increase consumer awareness and to show off the flavourful versatility of mushrooms.

Still don’t know your portabello from your oyster? Check out www.mushroominfo.co.za for delicious recipes, tips, tricks and more on the festival.