Watch Tyla Bake Malva Pudding & Mix Cocktails on Quenlin Blackwell’s “Feeding Starving Celebrities”

Tyla Brings South African Flavor to Quenlin Blackwell’s Kitchen on “Feeding Starving Celebrities”

Grammy-winning South African sensation Tyla just showed the world she’s got skills beyond the stage. The “Water” hitmaker recently appeared on Quenlin Blackwell’s popular YouTube series “Feeding Starving Celebrities,” where she whipped up a traditional South African treat and served up some real talk about her meteoric rise in music.

The episode centers around Tyla preparing malva pudding—a beloved South African dessert with decadent caramel notes and a deliciously moist texture. But this wasn’t just about following a recipe. Between measuring ingredients and mixing cocktails, the artist dropped some culinary wisdom that doubles as life advice: always start by sautéing your onions first. According to Tyla, this foundational step builds deeper flavor and creates an aromatic base that elevates everything that follows. The conversation flowed naturally from kitchen tips to industry insights, including candid moments about meeting Future for the first time and her thoughts on the Yung Miami controversy surrounding her single “Chanel.” Tyla addressed the timeline and context around the track, clarifying how creative ideas move through studio sessions.

The timing of this appearance feels intentional. With her sophomore album A*POP dropping on July 24, 2026, Tyla is clearly in album rollout mode—but doing it her way. Rather than sticking to traditional press junkets, she’s connecting with audiences through platforms like this, showing a more authentic, unfiltered side of herself. Watching her navigate the kitchen with the same confidence she brings to the stage reminded fans why she’s become one of Africa’s most captivating exports. The chemistry between her and Blackwell turned what could have been a standard promotional appearance into something genuinely entertaining and culturally rich.

This is the kind of content that shows African artists bringing their full selves to global platforms—heritage, talent, and personality all in one package.

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