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Once Upon a Bite
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Once Upon a Bite

2018-10-28 · 50 min / episode · ★ 8.9

Documentary

Filmed over a period of four years, this food documentary journeys to 22 countries across six continents, focusing on areas where “East meets West” in the dining scene and delves into the rise and changes in Chinese cuisines worldwide.

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Creators
Chen Xiaoqing
Production companies
Tencent Video
Countries
China
Status
Returning Series

Top Cast

Li LihongLi Lihong幕后解说员

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