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Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom
Rising Stars
Martin meets up with many talented children from Chengdu.
Tea Time!
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.
Tea Time!
Season 1 Episode 104 | 26m 46s | CC
Outside of Chengdu there are several well known tea plantations. Martin explores the local tea cultivation process, samples different types of popular brews, attends a tea serving ceremony, and visits the oldest tea house in People’s Park in Chengdu. In the studio Martin cooks up dishes that use tea as an ingredient or flavoring agent.
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