Confucius Was a Foodie

Description

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

Upcoming Episodes

• 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. (60 minutes)

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  Sunday, Jun. 01, 2025 @ 03:00AM ET	WNIT2 34.2	Stereo

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• 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. (60 minutes)

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  Monday, Jun. 02, 2025 @ 03:00AM ET	WNIT2 34.2	Stereo

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• 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. (60 minutes)

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  Sunday, Jun. 08, 2025 @ 03:00AM ET	WNIT2 34.2	Stereo

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• Origins of the Beginnings

  The culinary roots of foods such as ice cream, ketchup, pasta, phyllo, baklava and pizza; cooking with Elias Mamalakis; the influence of Chinese cuisine in Venice, Italy. (60 minutes)

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  Monday, Jun. 09, 2025 @ 03:00AM ET	WNIT2 34.2	Stereo

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