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Confucius Was a Foodie.

Confucius Was a Foodie

Celebrity chef Christine Cushing questions the authenticity of Chinese cuisine in North America.

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Sat, 10/11 at 7:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Huaiyang

The meticulous knife skills and elaborate presentations that historical Huaiyang cuisine demands; creative presentation expresses the four most important elements in Chinese cooking -- color, aroma, flavor and texture.

Sun, 10/12 at 2:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Huaiyang

The meticulous knife skills and elaborate presentations that historical Huaiyang cuisine demands; creative presentation expresses the four most important elements in Chinese cooking -- color, aroma, flavor and texture.

Sun, 10/12 at 7:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

The Origin of "Cuisine"

Exploring culinary schools around the world, including Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and Alma Culinary Center in Parma, Italy; how stories, cultures and traditions are connected through food.

Mon, 10/13 at 2:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

The Origin of "Cuisine"

Exploring culinary schools around the world, including Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and Alma Culinary Center in Parma, Italy; how stories, cultures and traditions are connected through food.

Sat, 10/18 at 7:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Bitter

The bitterness of Chinese medicinal herbs is said to clear heat, strengthen the stomach and promote salivation; the bitter fruit durian in Malaysia; a visit with hotelier Christopher Ong on Penang island.

Sun, 10/19 at 2:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Bitter

The bitterness of Chinese medicinal herbs is said to clear heat, strengthen the stomach and promote salivation; the bitter fruit durian in Malaysia; a visit with hotelier Christopher Ong on Penang island.

Sun, 10/19 at 7:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Shandong

Enjoying street food including steamed buns and a garlic sauce with food journalist Kristie Hang; mentor chefs and professional foodies enjoy a Shandong banquet.

Mon, 10/20 at 2:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Shandong

Enjoying street food including steamed buns and a garlic sauce with food journalist Kristie Hang; mentor chefs and professional foodies enjoy a Shandong banquet.