Celebrated chef Luke Nguyen takes us on a culinary journey in Vietnam, following the tracks of the Reunification Express, a line that runs the length of the country. Luke travels from Ho Chi Minh in the south to Sa Pa.
EPISÓDIO 1
Secret Family Recipies in Ho Chi Minh
Luke searches to find Ho Chi Minh's old markets before they disappear due to District 1's rapid development. Join Luke as he gathers fresh ingredients from a local market, tries some traditional delicacies, and follows his sweet tooth to Marou.
EPISÓDIO 2
Vietnamese Pizza in Dalat
Luke's next stop is the destination of Dalat. Follow Luke as he visits the Art Deco Dalat Train Station, experiences the French influence of the region with a Father and Son chef duo, and discovers why Dalat is known as the'Land Of Eternal Spring!
EPISÓDIO 3
Exploring The 'Wet Market' Of Nha Trang
Luke hops on the train in Ga Thap Cham, and finds himself in Nha Trang- a region of Vietnam with a similar vibe to the French Riviera! Luke hand-catches seafood, looks for some fresh durian fruit, and visits a barramundi farm to harvest sea grapes!
EPISÓDIO 4
Fiery Chili Sauce in Hoi An
Luke is in the town of Hoi An. He visits a family who has been making chilli sauce for 5 generations, stops by the Historic Japanese Covered Bridge built in 1719, and meets a 4th generation blacksmith who is creating knives from bomb shells.
EPISÓDIO 5
Seafood With A Bang, Here In Da Nang
On this stop of his Vietnam journey, Luke visits the bustling seaside city of Da Nang. Join him as he visits the spectacular Dragon Bridge, looks up some succulent shimp on the beach, and stumbles upon a tiny fishing village packed with restaurants.
EPISÓDIO 6
Savoury Vietnamese Pancakes in Huė
Luke visits Huê- famous for its heritage and cuisine and Con Hen Village to learn a technique for de-shelling baby clams, searches for best bowl of spicy beef noodle soup, and stops by a business where they they make turmeric vermicelli noodle salad!
Luke Nguyen