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A Bite of China (2012)

8.5/10 Returning Series 49 min May 14, 2012 4 Seasons
Documentary

This series explores the history, traditions and culture of Chinese food. Filmed at over 160 locations across China, this series truly is a feast for the senses. The seven-episode documentary series introduces the history and story behind foods of various kinds in more than 160 locations in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. The documentary has also been actively encouraged as a means of introducing Chinese food culture to those unfamiliar with local cuisine.

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Show Details

Original Title 舌尖上的中国
Original Language ZH
Status Returning Series
Type Documentary
Total Episodes 29
Total Seasons 4
Popularity 4.7

Networks

CCTV-1
CN
CCTV-9
CN

Cast

Lihong Li
Lihong Li
Narrator
29 episodes

Key Crew

Created By Lihong Li, Chen Xiaoqing
Director Chen Xiaoqing

Seasons

Season 1
Season 1
7 episodes 2012

舌尖上的中国 (Shéjiān shàng de Zhōngguó), lit. "China on the tongue tip" is a Chinese doc...

Season 2
Season 2
7 episodes 2014

A second season of A Bite of China, also consisting of seven episodes (plus trailer).

Season 3
Season 3
8 episodes 2018
Season 4
Season 4
7 episodes 2025

Networks

CCTV-1
CN
CCTV-9
CN

Keywords

food culture chinese food culinary arts a bite of china

Reviews from TMDB

Joseph 10/10
Jun 29, 2017

An intimate look at the peoples of the great nation of China - from the mountains, tundra to the busiest cities like Hong Kong and Shanghai. A delight to watch and learn the origins of the food that we take for granted with each mouthful.

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Details
First Air Date May 14, 2012
Last Air Date February 9, 2025
Country CN
Language ZH
Status Returning Series
Popularity 4.7
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