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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.

Martin learns about the culture of wine (baijiu)-making or in China.
Martin learns about authentic cooking on a family farm in Chengdu.
In Chengdu, Martin feeds pandas, harvests bamboo and meets artists.
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Martin explores some of Chungdu's well-known tea plantations.
Martin sees the fertile farmland which gave rise to the city of Chengdu.
Martin learns about the culture of wine (baijiu)-making or in China.
Martin learns about the life and cuisine of the mountains of Sichuan.
Martin dives into the world of Sichuan cuisine.
Martin explains a Chengdu snack called xiao chi.
In Chengdu, Martin feeds pandas, harvests bamboo and meets artists.
Martin explores several of Chengdu’s estimated 30,000 hot pot restaurants.
Martin explores tech culture in Tianfu and samples molecular gastronomy.
Martin meets up with many talented children from Chengdu.
Martin learns about authentic cooking on a family farm in Chengdu.
Martin marvels at the New Silk Road Railway which connects Chengdu to Western Europe.
Martin tours the thriving art scene in Chengdu.