Explore The Mystery of Food Culture in China - "A Bite of China - Inspiration of Transformation (EP 3)"

A Bite of China is a 2012 Chinese documentary television series on the history of food, eating, and cooking in China directed by Chen Xiaoqing (陈晓卿) and narrated by Li Lihong (李立宏). It first appeared at the China Central Television in May 14th, 2012, and quickly gained much popularity.Having started filming in March 2011, this seven-episode documentary series introduces the history and story behind foods of various kinds in more than 60 locations all around China.The documentary has also been actively encouraged as a means of introducing Chinese food culture to those unfamiliar with local cuisine.

Episode 3: Inspiration of Transformation

It is the nature of human behavior to explore and seek new things, new methods and new process to fine tune and improve their daily livelihood. The power of imagination of human mind and the process of evolution leading up to the appearance of modern humans.  And human inspiration stem from the desire and aspiration to improve and transform things to next level of perfection. 

In this episode, see how Chinese people transform its food culture stem from the good understanding of foods, imagination and inspiration for a change. A change for a better cooking techniques, better taste and better nutritious. A change from a simple staple food to wide variety foods while preserving the spirit and traditions of Chinese food culture.

Next episode - "A Bite of China - The Taste of Time"