Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom

Chef Martin Yan explores how food and spices shaped western China.

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    One Belt, One Road, One World

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

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    Martin explores some of Chungdu's well-known tea plantations.
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    Hot Pot, Anyone?

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

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    Martin explores tech culture in Tianfu and samples molecular gastronomy.
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    Panda-Monium

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    In Chengdu, Martin feeds pandas, harvests bamboo and meets artists.

About Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom

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.