This series explores the history, traditions and culture of Chinese food. Filmed at over 160 locations across China, this series truly is a feast for the senses. The seven-episode documentary series introduces the history and story behind foods of various kinds in more than 160 locations in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. The documentary has also been actively encouraged as a means of introducing Chinese food culture to those unfamiliar with local cuisine.
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Lihong Li
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7 episodes • 2012Avg: 9.3Golden Era
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gifts from Nature | May 14, 2012 | 10.0 |
| 2 | The Story Of Staple Foods | May 15, 2012 | 9.0 |
| 3 | Inspiration for Change | May 16, 2012 | 10.0 |
| 4 | The Taste Of Time | May 17, 2012 | 9.0 |
| 5 | Secrets of the Kitchen | May 18, 2012 | 10.0 |
| 6 | A Perfect Blend of Five Flavors | May 19, 2012 | 8.0 |
| 7 | Our Farm | May 20, 2012 | 9.0 |
8 episodes • 2014
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seasons | Apr 18, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Footsteps | Apr 25, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Heart’s message | May 2, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Realm of Secrets | May 9, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Daily domestics | May 16, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Encounters | May 23, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Three Meals | May 30, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Episode 8 | Jun 6, 2014 | 0.0 |
8 episodes • 2018Avg: 8.0Valley of Despair
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utensils | Feb 19, 2018 | 8.0 |
| 2 | Fragrance | Feb 20, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Banquet | Feb 21, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Nutrition | Feb 22, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Food | Feb 23, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Pastries | Feb 24, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Season | Feb 25, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Reunion | Feb 26, 2018 | 0.0 |
7 episodes • 2025
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unique Skill | Feb 3, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Fireworks | Feb 4, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Revitalize | Feb 5, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Heaven Made | Feb 6, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Scenery | Feb 7, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Different Worlds | Feb 8, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Chinese Style | Feb 9, 2025 | 0.0 |
