What began as informal conversations with young women during cooking demonstrations evolved into a profound mission. Roodt's approach was never just about teaching recipes, but about creating meaningful moments around the family table. Her cooking schools, hosted monthly from her home, became platforms for discussing critical life issues, from nutrition to family dynamics. 'We wanted to influence the younger generation,' Roodt explains. 'It wasn't just about cooking, but about teaching these young women how to nourish their families—both physically and spiritually.