A Bite of China

A Bite of China

Created by Li Lihong, Chen Xiaoqing

On CCTV-1, CCTV-9

2012–4 seasons30 episodes49 min8.4 / 10

A visually sumptuous, meditative documentary that treats food as a window into Chinese history, tradition, and human connection across regions and generations.

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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