A five-part docu-series that chronicles the Chinese Canadian experience through the lens of small-town Asian food joints and the families that run them.
Where to Watch House Special • Season 1
5 Episodes
Hardwork
E1
HardworkIn this first episode, Jackie learns more about the origins of these "westernized" menus. A new wave of Chinese-Canadian chefs are now proud to cook what they love and have traditional food back on the menu.
Food is Love
E2
Food is LoveIn Chinese culture we say "I love you" through food. Here, Jackie tries to answer the age old question, how did food come to be synonymous with love in Asian culture?
Hungry for Home
E3
Hungry for HomeWhen you're far from home, you miss food. Jackie visits Kelowna to learn about the lengths homesick people will go to eat food that reminds them of home.
New Traditions
E4
New TraditionsIn Red Deer, Jackie explores how different cultures have embraced Chinese cuisine during the holidays and how these new traditions revolve around Asian food.
Happiness, Wealth, Prosperity
E5
Happiness, Wealth, ProsperityJackie learns about the biggest celebration in the Asian calendar - Lunar New Year. Cream cheese wontons, hair moss soup, and handmade dumplings are on the menu.
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