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Previously on "Recipes for Love and Murder"...

Detective McClintock,

we understand your query, but it's not urgent.

And why was this case not concluded years ago?

Because Mrs Purvis went into hiding,

which is not what innocent people tend to do.

Get off my property.

Frank was hit hard over the head,

enough to knock him unconscious.

Although the autopsy suggests he drowned, so we don't know yet.

Did anyone else come past the guest house yesterday afternoon?

Marius, I'm happy to quibble about bylaws,

after my speech.

Surely this feeds into your speech.

People need to know what's possible instead of--

False hope?

I think it's fascinating that you can find out

exactly where and how a fire started.

Or in this case, where and how a few fires started.

Come, put that in here.

Let's go.

What a disaster. This is one of Mr Rabie's properties, right?

Mm-hm.

It's great that he's so civic-minded

and wants all traces of the fire gone as soon as possible.

Can you step away from the building site, ma'am?

I'm looking to do a piece on his response to the fire

in build-up to his mayoral campaign.

And of course, it'd be great to profile the work you're doing,

give your company some publicity.

There's gonna be a number of people rebuilding, lots of work.

People following Mr Rabie's lead.

So, you don't mind if I take a few pictures?

- Yeah, go. - Thanks.

Alright, come. Let's go.

God, I'm being eaten alive here.

They have a taste for certain kinds of blood.

Especially foreign blood. May I?

Oh!

It burns...

- Mm... - But that will stop the itch.

Thank you, that's dandy!

So, what will you do if you get Maria's house? Move here?

No, sell it.

God, I'd...

I'd love it here,

even with the bugs. But, no.

Gordon wants to sell as soon as possible, so, you know...

It's funny...

I spent so many years focusing on what it is my husband wants,

now I have to figure out what it is that I want.

That should be easy, right?

I cannae imagine anything is easy for you right now.

God...

Losing your husband...

Oh, must be such a shock to the system.

A shock, yes.

I don't really even think it's hit me at all yet.

I keep thinking he's out there going to help someone,

and he'll be home soon.

That I'm just visiting Maria, now I'll go home soon.

None of it seems real.

It was like my soul had left my body.

And the soup...

I burnt the soup.

Shall we head into town, Georgie?

When you first read Frank's letter,

what did you think?

That he was a man in pain. A man who loved his wife,

but who felt like that love had gotten lost along the way.

And also, that sometimes I wish

people would just say what they mean.

So many words to say, "I don't think my wife loves me anymore."

Oh, I'm sorry. I-- I didn't mean that.

Yes, you did. It's okay.

I have to call the children and tell them today.

I don't know how to.

I did love him. I'm sorry he doubted that.

I find that I often say nothing when I don't have the courage

to say the thing I mean the most.

Or I just offer people food rather than my thoughts.

Looking for something?

Uh, just... the loo.

Hey, so which are you better at? Cars or people?

Couldn't tell you. You'd have to ask them.

You ever seen a dead body?

Yeah.

Do you want to talk about it? About your dad?

My dad was...

He was bloody selfish.

How so?

He only cared about himself.

He left my mom an alkie, Reg in complete denial,

and me...

Depression is a disease. Your father, maybe he--

I've heard all that before.

Being a druggie means loads of free BS therapy.

You think it's BS?

It's all the same script, isn't it?

"Depression is a disease. Addiction is a disease."

Nobody's ever to blame for anything.

That dead body I saw...

it was my best friend who OD'd.

I'm to blame. I knew he was trying to get clean

and I persuaded him to have one last high with me.

It was entirely my fault.

I'm to blame.

Pass me the 25.

Coo-ee!

Darling, hi.

You work for the Gazette, right? Jenny?

- Jessie. - Mm. Do you know who I am?

It's my job to know everyone in this town, councilwoman.

I'm acting editor of the paper.

Oh, shame.

Is Hattie finding the job a little bit too much

alongside her campaign, I mean?

Well, she's not as young as she used to be.

- Right. - Mm, right...

Pleasure meeting you, I have to get to work.

- Is Hattie in? - She should be.

Fabulous!

I'll just pop in and say hi!

- Babbity, bibbity, bobbity... - Bibbery, babbery, bobbery...

It's just diction, Hats.

Oh, Doep, I think I'll just speak like myself.

- Morning. - Hi.

Ooh, Hattie!

Looking forward to taking me down in the debate tonight, huh?

Chantal...

So...

This is the Gazette life?

Now that Jessie's running the show for you.

You're so lucky, hey?

You know as well as I do, politics is hard work,

You know as well as I do, politics is hard work, and of course the Gazette needs to remain impartial.

and of course the Gazette needs to remain impartial.

- I couldn't agree with you more. - Mm.

So, I assume you're going to be running front-page profiles

on all of the candidates this coming week, right?

Absolutely. I'm busy with Marius' piece now.

Don't worry, I'll make enough time for you very soon.

Excellent!

Well, that's that, then. See you at the debate, Chantal.

Well, that's that, then. See you at the debate, Chantal. Oh, I can't wait.

Oh, I can't wait.

- Oh, one more thing... Doep? - Mm?

I need some liver for my dogs.

I almost forgot. Have you got any?

For you, I've always got a sliver of liver, girl.

Oh! "A sliver of liver!"

- He cracks me up! - Okay...

Mm...

- Profile on Marius, Jess? - Mm-hm?

Should I be worried?

No, of course not. Definitely not.

No.

Hey, boss. Are you alright?

Piet, I'm going to need your help.

If you feel uncomfortable questioning Georgie,

- I'm more than willing to help. - It's not about that.

Is this about Mickey? Tannie Maria's husband?

They think it was murder?

The Scottish Police has reopened the investigation.

At the time of Mickey's death, Maria left the country

before she could be officially interviewed.

And now that Detective McClintock

has informed them about her whereabouts,

they are duty-bound to complete the interview with Maria.

Or at least ask us to.

So, what do you think?

Did Maria ever mention Mickey's death to you?

I can't be the one to interview Maria.

Yeah, you're right. You're too close.

Can this be between the two of us?

Yes, boss.

I'm very pleased this evening...

I'm Hattie Wilson, and I...

No...

Hattie, I've shared a mock-up of the next edition with you

and forwarded the invoices that need your signature

so they can be processed.

I'm just gonna fly out to follow up on a story.

- Be back soon. Bye. - Bye.

Jess is really nailing it as acting editor.

She sold all the ad space for next month already!

Well, she was taught by the best.

Howzit, Tannie Maria...

I always read your column,

but I never guessed I would have anything to write about.

I used to wonder, "Why would people write to a newspaper

instead of just talking to friends or family?"

And now here I am, writing to you.

I feel so lonely.

My fiancé, or rather, my ex

left me when I told him I was pregnant.

I think he's gone to work in Joburg.

My friends don't call so much

since I stopped going out for a jol.

And the looks I get at church?

But my pastor, he's been so understanding.

He really listens to everyone's problems, not just mine.

He really listens to everyone's problems, not just mine. He's respected by many...

He's respected by many...

Even religious leaders and elders from other churches

get his advice.

Next!

I think I could handle the loneliness

if it weren't for the weird cravings.

Normally when life is hard, I eat my feelings.

But now I even find I want to eat crayons or soap or candles.

The pastor nearly caught me trying to bite it once.

But he didn't get all judgy.

I need a recipe, Tannie Maria.

Something to comfort me, to fill this void.

Yours...

Craving in the Karoo.

- Hattie? - Mm?

When you were pregnant, did you eat odd things?

No, no, not at all.

I ate nothing but Camembert cheese the entire nine months.

Perfectly normal.

Can you think of anyone

who might've had a grudge against Frank?

No, I really can't.

Frank was kind.

He was always out helping people in the community.

Was there anyone in particular he'd been helping lately?

We've both been helping Mrs Harris

whenever we got the chance.

Her arthritis has been much worse lately.

And he was helping Hattie, of course, and Ms September.

He was helping her with the donations.

We both assisted at the business forum event last month, but...

Any strange behaviour in the past weeks?

Anything unusual?

We have to go through his phone, his laptop

and all his communication. We have a warrant for that.

Of course.

Will you be staying with Maria much longer?

For a few days. I must work out with the church

where we're gonna have the funeral

and where the children and I are going to be staying.

We'll keep in touch.

- You never got this from me. - Of course I didn't. Thanks.

Sure.

Hi...

- Thanks for agreeing to meet us. - Of course. Ooh...

Dorette's made a lot of changes. I quite like it.

Maybe we should get her on the business forum next.

Ooh, Marius would love that.

You know, Jackie,

I often feel quite proud when I see how well you're doing.

I mean, I know it's got nothing to do with me, but...

But it had everything to do with your husband.

But it had everything to do with your husband. - He was my mentor. - Arthur was just so pleased

- He was my mentor. - Arthur was just so pleased

that someone else was interested in undertaking.

It's not everyone's cup of tea.

You know, you and your husband...

You were my role models for marriage too.

- Really? - Yeah.

He'd speak about you every single day,

and when he did that, his eyes glowed.

And after all your years of marriage,

he was still so madly in love with you,

and I realised that's what I want.

I want somebody to look at me that way.

Well, thank you. Thank you for telling me that.

Let's get to it, then.

Alright, ladies...

Operation Let's Win Hattie The Elections, here we go.

Right...

But we need caffeine. Where's the caffeine?

So, how's the editor life treating you?

It's quite fun, honestly.

I'm surprisingly good at persuading people

to advertise with us.

That's not surprising at all. You're very persuasive.

Who, me?

You still got time for your investigative reporting?

Always. In fact, I have an exclusive scoop for you.

Yeah?

So, you know the second and third fires

that were started with the accelerant?

Yeah, well--

Wait, did you see the report?

Don't worry, I didn't get it from you.

I know! So, who? I mean...

How did you... How did you see it?

Jess, where is this footage from?

In front of the hotel.

You need to send us a copy of this.

It's on here.

I mean, it's hard to be sure.

I don't think it's hard at all. Look.

It's definitely him.

I'll... I'll run this by the boss, do a few interviews.

Hey, you're not-- You're not gonna publish this?

No, I'm not gonna publish it.

Good.

Good. - Empowering women... - Absolutely.

- Empowering women... - Absolutely.

- Very important. - Hello, ladies.

Marius! Just working on my tactics for tonight.

- Mm... - How's your preparations going?

- Mm... - How's your preparations going? Oh, I don't need "tactics".

Oh, I don't need "tactics".

I just tell the truth, tell it like it is.

- Ooh... - What we see is what we get?

- Exactly. - Mm, it's true.

Unfortunately.

Good luck, Hattie.

You certainly have my vote.

Okay, so obviously this seal is cranky,

so replace it like I showed you.

- Alright? - Yep.

Hi...

Yeah. Yeah, I'll message you the details.

Yeah. Yeah, I'll message you the details. Okay, just...

Okay, just...

Remember, the support group starts at seven.

Maria...

How's the packing going?

Marius, how's your election campaign going?

Marius, how's your election campaign going? - Keeping you out of trouble? - I'm never in trouble.

- Keeping you out of trouble? - I'm never in trouble.

No, I imagine

you adhere to all those bylaws religiously.

you adhere to all those bylaws religiously. There's no point in fighting it. They have rights

There's no point in fighting it. They have rights

to at least half the property, they can force the sale.

The deeds office has said

it won't be long before they issue new title deeds.

Pack up while you still can, hm?

Unless you want to buy their half?

You got any spare cash lying around?

I expect that property to fetch several millions.

That little house of yours sits on a lot of land.

Please excuse me, Marius.

I believe the doughnuts are on special.

It's Maria, just come this way.

So, my mom said

she's gonna invite you and your dad for dinner again.

They're so cute together, I can't even.

Right!

Dear God,

we are grateful that our brother, Frank,

has begun his long sleep

and will be awakened by You on the day of rapture

and will be reunited with Georgie in Heaven. Amen.

Amen.

Yes... we've begun with the funeral arrangements.

As soon as the police release the body to us,

we'll start the burial arrangement for Frank

at the headquarters of the church.

That's very generous, of course.

I was thinking maybe we could do a burial

or a cremation here in Eden.

It's an honour to be given space at the headquarters.

They're not far away from here, just a few hours.

You can visit Frank's grave often.

Thank you, of course.

Maybe we could do a service here, in Eden.

Frank was such a great role model in the community,

a good steward for the church.

Before you take him to rest at headquarters.

I'll put it up with the church council.

When will you be joining the children?

As soon as everything is wrapped up here.

There's a lot. The fire...

There's a lot that needs to be sorted out,

and I owe it to Frank to leave things in order.

Yes...

The guesthouse was a church matter.

We will take care of you. You don't need to worry.

Thank you.

You've always been a dedicated member of the flock, Georgie.

You are in our prayers.

Thank you for your time, Mrs Harris.

You wanted to know about sweet Georgie

and poor, poor Frank?

Yes. They've been helping you out?

Frank takes care of the garden.

And Georgie reads to me and does my laundry.

When last were they here?

Did you see Frank the day of the fire at all?

No, Frank was here last Sunday. He mowed the lawn.

But Georgie... Yes, she was here the day of the fire.

Was there something odd that day?

She seemed in a terrible rush, Detective.

She seemed in a terrible rush, Detective. I mean, normally she'll read me a chapter.

I mean, normally she'll read me a chapter.

We'll have a cup of tea,

she'll read two more chapters, but... that day, she just

raced through one chapter and then said she had to go.

Did she say where she was going?

Oh, she mentioned that Frank was helping young Hattie.

So, I assumed she was just going off to help them.

She seemed rather anxious, Detective.

Does Georgie come at a regular time?

Always at 4 p.m., after my nap.

Piet, remind me,

what time does Anna's report say the first fire started?

Around seven? Okay, thanks.

We need to find out where Georgie was.

I'm sending my condolences to you and your family.

Take care.

Georgie, I'm so sorry for your loss.

I've been meaning to make contact with you

once the police matters have been cleared up.

Soon, I hope.

I've asked the church if we could do a service here.

But the burial will be at church headquarters

about two hours north from here.

I don't know if that's something you could do. I...

I realise that's a bit odd.

Absolutely. It's not a problem.

Anything to make you happy.

I don't know about happy.

The church believes that when we die, we simply fall asleep

and that we wait, sleeping.

Waiting for the trumpets to sound and to be raised to Heaven

to join the joyful throngs.

Jackie, I'd like to see him.

Frank.

I couldn't bear to before, but...

Now I'm ready.

I'll be right outside. Call if you need anything.

- Thank you. - Okay.

Oh, Frank...

Why did you have to die before you talked to me?

Before you made me Maria's potjie?

Before we had a chance to talk about our marriage?

You say...

You say you thought I didn't love you anymore,

and that's not true.

I never stopped loving you.

Not once. Not ever.

I just wish you were here

so I can tell you how wrong you are.

It's perfectly normal to be angry at the dead.

I wouldn't worry about it.

Oh, Maria...

Did you want to use the kitchen?

Well, yes. I have to figure out a recipe.

For the newspaper, you know. My job.

I didn't realise you needed to work tonight.

I'm busy making a vanilla cake. It was Mickey's favourite.

Well, you know,

Mum used to make it for the two of us when we were kids.

But, I can stop though

if you need to use the kitchen for a bit.

I need it for longer than a bit!

Oh, well, I shouldn't be too long.

You know what?

- It's okay. - Oh...

Take your time.

Righto!

You get her out of the house?

- Aye. - Good.

Check her bedroom. Maybe she has a folder there.

She must have her mum's will there somewhere.

The exact date of it is important.

I mean, she's... She's not stupid, Gordon.

I mean, she's... She's not stupid, Gordon. If there was anything that would incriminate her,

If there was anything that would incriminate her,

she'd hardly keep it, would she?

- It's worth a look, though. - Oh, I'll look.

I'm working on something else that might help us...

- dig up something incriminating. - What?

- But, get searching. - Yeah.

And, Aileen, good job, love.

Oh... ta-ra then.

Coming.

Georgie, hi.

Can I come inside?

Please do... I've missed you.

Thank you so much for letting me come early

- to use your space. - Of course.

It's a treat to be cooked for by the famous Tannie Maria.

I should be thanking you.

Hi.

Right over there.

Oh, wow!

- What a place to cook! - Right?

Wow!

What's that? Is that the pantry?

Uh, not quite.

Let me show you. Come.

- Oh my... - Hey?

Oh, look at this beauty.

Hello.

There we go.

- There we go... - Aren't you afraid?

Of snakes? I used to be.

I had a huge phobia of reptiles when I was growing up.

I couldn't even look at a lizard

without feeling like I was gonna pass out.

But, I had to get rid of the fear, so I got snakes

to help me confront my fear every day.

- Can I? - Yeah.

They're soft.

And now I'm not afraid of them anymore.

They've turned from monsters...

to family.

Better than the other way around.

Oh, yes.

What's in there? Your shark collection?

Um, did you wanna get cooking?

Sure.

- Hey, Bron. - Hi.

Hi, Jess!

So this is Jessie? I've heard so much about you.

Oh, it's Mom's new boyfriend, Uncle Craig.

God, how long have I been gone?

Well, I've just been helping out, you know.

Nice meeting you. Sorry I'm rushing off.

When did that happen? Did Ma tell you about it?

Yes, she told me about Uncle Craig.

When? Why didn't she tell me?

She probably knew you were too busy, Jess.

I'm sure she didn't wanna bother you.

I'm sure she didn't wanna bother you. And this is my friend, Sarah.

And this is my friend, Sarah.

Hi. Good to meet you.

Hi.

Hey, sorry I chased you away when you wanted to talk.

We can talk now.

Yeah, it's fine. I'll just hang out with Sarah now, thanks.

Are you hungry?

No, but Sarah and I cooked and your plate's in the microwave.

And you, Riley? Have you done your homework?

Mm-hm, Craig helped me.

What's this? My own father cooking?

You're the one who invited Zindzi and Jackie for dinner.

It's called being polite. They had us over first.

You know about politeness?

What's that supposed to mean?

You weren't exactly polite to Maria.

Anyway, I just assumed we'd get pizza or something.

Especially since you're working on a case.

Oh... You're trying to impress her!

I'm just trying to eat healthier.

Mm, okay!

- Khaya... - Hey.

Thank you so much for inviting us.

I was just trying to return the hospitality.

Well, Khazi's busy giving Zindzi the tour.

It's not very grand. Shall I?

- Yes, please. - Okay.

Voila.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

I didn't manage to bring all my ingredients.

I was meant to get them earlier, but something came up.

Oh, I've got a few things in there.

- This is the pantry. - Oh! Oh...

I'm a bit of a foodie, but I'm not a professional like you.

But I enjoy cooking.

Well, it would be really nice if you would join me.

Okay.

Dear Craving in the Karoo...

I'm sorry that you feel like you can't fill the hole inside you.

Please don't try and fill it with wax.

I promise I've got something far more delicious for you.

Okay, what are we making?

Five Flavour Salad.

- A salad? - Well, it's not just any salad.

- A salad? - Well, it's not just any salad. Alright...

Alright...

Chop-chop.

- These? - Mm-hm.

We begin with some sweetness.

Slices of apple and orange...

Little bursts of pleasure.

Time for the shock of a something new.

Sourness. A dash of vinegar or lemon.

Change awakens us and adds zest.

Now would be a good time to warn you

that there'll be no picky eating in this house. Okay, baby?

Yeah. What Mama makes, Baba eats.

End of story.

You get what you get and you don't get upset.

Now, for the secret ingredient.

Don't forget a sprinkle of seaweed

for that deep umami flavour.

What's the worst that could happen?

It's important to take risks sometimes.

Cooking together could be fun though, hey?

Yeah, you and me.

And getting you to wash the dishes.

Now, that's what I'm looking forward to.

Do you have a wee small pan for me?

Yeah, sure.

Small enough?

Small enough? Saltiness and crunch, the reward for hard work.

Saltiness and crunch, the reward for hard work.

- Okay. Mm-hm. - Roast these?

Seven months? You're carrying so nicely.

- Are you eating weird stuff? - Not really. Are you?

Yeah...

- Thank you, bye. - Bye.

Hello.

And finally, things aren't complete

without a little bitterness.

Do you need help cleaning your mess?

Aye.

Wow...

Okay...

You need your greens.

Greens are like life's tougher lessons.

The ones that aren't easy to swallow,

but are essential for growth.

- Ooh, crunchy! - Yummy.

I bet it's better than varsity food, hey, girls?

It's definitely better than varsity food.

Wow...

There...

Wow...

- Now, taste? - Oh, yes.

Check the balance.

- Lucille, go home. - No.

Yes, go rest.

Yes, go rest. - Thanks, guys. - Okay.

- Thanks, guys. - Okay.

Just promise me, whatever you do,

Just promise me, whatever you do, you don't add any wax.

you don't add any wax.

Mm... Mm!

Mm... Mm! - Heaven!

Heaven!

Mm!

Pretty good.

Warm regards, Maria.

Mm... Oh, that's so good!

Hattie,

Eden is seeing a rise in youth unemployment.

How do you plan to tackle this issue?

It seems like a cliché, but it's not.

Our youth are the future of Eden.

My plan involves launching

community-based skills development programmes

and then partnering with local businesses for apprenticeships.

It's all about creating opportunities

and harnessing the potential of our young people.

and harnessing the potential of our young people. Sounds idealistic, Hattie.

Sounds idealistic, Hattie.

How do you propose to fund this ambitious programme?

We need to be realistic about the budget constraints we face.

And, I must say, Hattie,

I find your optimism quite refreshing.

It's good to dream big, even if the practicalities

are not quite within our reach right now.

Funding will come

Funding will come from reallocating existing resources more efficiently,

from reallocating existing resources more efficiently,

and then seeking grants aimed at youth development.

It's not just about dreaming big, it's about smart planning

It's not just about dreaming big, it's about smart planning and commitment to our community's future.

and commitment to our community's future.

I'm used to working miracles on a shoestring budget.

Ah, it's almost time for group session.

The others will be arriving in a bit.

It was, um, really nice to make something together.

It was.

- Hands up! - Oh!

Any questions?

Yes, for Mr Rabie.

Marius, I know how important bylaws are to you.

You know them better than anyone else, right?

I absolutely believe that we as citizens need to be

law-abiding and diligent in everything we do.

And a big part of being mayor would be ensuring

And a big part of being mayor would be ensuring we weed out bad seeds in this town. Wouldn't you agree?

we weed out bad seeds in this town. Wouldn't you agree?

Absolutely.

- Okay, take it easy. - Check their pockets.

Make sure they don't have their phones.

You never said there'd be a woman here.

Okay, so where is it?

I don't know what you're talking about.

He didn't say there'd be snakes either.

I hope you got the code.

Oh, and if you move, I shoot you dead.

Can you get your hands in my bra?

- What? - My phone.

They didn't search there.

Interesting herb, marijuana. Is that why they've come?

Yeah, probably. That's what's behind the other door.

Oh, my God, guys! Get a room.

Hey! Hey... Cheeky.

- Maria? - Khaya, come quickly.

We're being held up at Ricus' place.

Well, there are a couple of bylaws worth revisiting.

This town operates on order.

So, Marius, I'm curious...

How many bylaws is Thando breaking here?

If you can't see clearly from there, I'll help you.

This is your gardener.

There's a lighter in his hand and a few bottles of paraffin.

Oh, it's preposterous.

This is where the second fire started.

This fire burned down four properties.

Two of those properties you owned but couldn't develop

because they were of historical interest.

I'll bet you that's a whole bunch of bylaws.

Rubbish! Don't believe what she's saying.

What are you talking about?

He's my gardener. I don't know what he's doing.

So you don't know his name?

I know his name, he's my gardener,

but he's done nothing.

I mean, I don't know. Is it even my gardener?

I mean, here it could be anybody.

I haven't seen my gardener since that evening, Officer.

No idea where he might be. This has nothing to do with me.

We'll need you to come down for questioning.

Really?

Don't let me take the handcuffs out.

Who's Khaya? Who's Khaya!

You trying to get us into trouble?

Hey!

Hey! - Hey, watch it!

Hey, watch it!

Oh shit!

Jaco, what's your problem, man?