Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom

Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom

Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom

Food

Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom

Food

Chef Martin Yan explores the many aspects of how food and spices helped shape the history and culture of western China. In this culinary journey, he also examines daily life in the region - from a whirlwind tour of street snacks to a leisurely cup of tea at historical tea houses. Back in the kitchen, Yan demonstrates his own take on the flavors and dishes of western China.

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One Belt, One Road, One World

One Belt, One Road, One World

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Season 1 Episode 113

One Belt, One Road, One World

Martin marvels at the New Silk Road Railway which connects Chengdu to Western Europe.

Back to Roots

Back to Roots

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Season 1 Episode 112

Back to Roots

Martin learns about authentic cooking on a family farm in Chengdu.

Fine Art Fine Food

Fine Art Fine Food

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Season 1 Episode 111

Fine Art Fine Food

Martin tours the thriving art scene in Chengdu.

Rising Stars

Rising Stars

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Season 1 Episode 110

Rising Stars

Martin meets up with many talented children from Chengdu.

Small Bites

Small Bites

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Season 1 Episode 109

Small Bites

Martin explains a Chengdu snack called xiao chi.

Hot, Hot, and Extra Hot

Hot, Hot, and Extra Hot

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Season 1 Episode 108

Hot, Hot, and Extra Hot

Martin dives into the world of Sichuan cuisine.

Poetry in AQ Cup

Poetry in AQ Cup

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Season 1 Episode 107

Poetry in AQ Cup

Martin learns about the culture of wine (baijiu)-making or in China.

That Which Sustains Life

That Which Sustains Life

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Season 1 Episode 106

That Which Sustains Life

Martin sees the fertile farmland which gave rise to the city of Chengdu.

The Voice of the Mountain

The Voice of the Mountain

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Season 1 Episode 105

The Voice of the Mountain

Martin learns about the life and cuisine of the mountains of Sichuan.

Tea Time!

Tea Time!

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Season 1 Episode 104

Tea Time!

Martin explores some of Chungdu's well-known tea plantations.

Hot Pot, Anyone?

Hot Pot, Anyone?

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Season 1 Episode 103

Hot Pot, Anyone?

Martin explores several of Chengdu’s estimated 30,000 hot pot restaurants.

Tomorrow's Chengdu

Tomorrow's Chengdu

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Season 1 Episode 102

Tomorrow's Chengdu

Martin explores tech culture in Tianfu and samples molecular gastronomy.

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