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)

  Schedule	Channel	Audio	HD
  Sunday, May. 24, 2026 @ 10:00PM ET	WNIT2 34.2	Stereo
  Monday, May. 25, 2026 @ 04:00AM ET	WNIT2 34.2	Stereo

  See our full program schedule.

• 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)

  Schedule	Channel	Audio	HD
  Sunday, May. 31, 2026 @ 10:00PM ET	WNIT2 34.2	Stereo
  Monday, Jun. 01, 2026 @ 04:00AM ET	WNIT2 34.2	Stereo

  See our full program schedule.

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