The Food That Built Asia

Season 1

The Food that Built Asia is an entertaining and informative TV series that explores some of Asia's most iconic dishes and their journey to domestic and international fame. Told through the passionate eyes of historians, chefs, vloggers and food lovers, we unpack the history, culture, cooking and challenges behind each dish, and find out how in today's uber-clogged food space, these culinary treasures have been able to stand the test of time.

Where to Watch The Food That Built Asia • Season 1

9 Episodes

Pad Thai
E1
Pad ThaiCulinary experts travel to Thailand to discover and learn from the locals about the unique tastes that distinguish pad Thai from other famous dishes around the world.
Chilli Crab
E2
Chilli CrabCulinary experts reveal the history behind Singapore's chilli crab and how the spicy dish represents the country's multicultural society.
Nasi Lemak
E3
Nasi LemakTakes a look at the history behind nasi lemak, a Malay dish made of fragrant rice cooked in coconut milk, through the eyes of historians, chefs and food lovers.
Nasi Goreng
E4
Nasi GorengTakes a look at the history behind nasi goreng, a Southeast Asian fried rice dish cooked with pieces of meat and vegetables.
Lechon
E5
LechonLooks at Lechon, a roasted suckling pig stuffed with lemongrass and tamarind best eaten with your hands. This iconic Filipino dish comes out whenever there is a celebration.
Har Gow
E6
Har GowLooks at one of Hong Kong's most popular dishes, a small bite made with shrimp and love. When combined and delicately wrapped in thin dough, the ingredients of Har Gow create a dim sum emblematic of Asian cuisine.
Sushi
E7
SushiSushi is a 1.5-trillion-yen industry in Japan alone, and is served in supermarkets and Michelin-star restaurants. We look at how it has evolved from its humble origins to Japan's national dish, redefining its culinary culture.
Tempura
E8
TempuraTempura, Japan's most famous fried dish, is a delicate work of art and unlike anything else in scent and taste. Beyond its simple appearance, tempura requires finely honed techniques and a deep knowledge of ingredients, oils and condiments.
Ramen
E9
RamenExplores the history behind ramen, a Japanese noodle dish of Chinese origin, through the eyes of historians, chefs and food lovers.