Flavorful Origins

The first impression is the striking photography, skillfully employing panoramas and aerial drone views, to meticulous unhurried close-ups. Then the food itself, starting with basic ingredients through preparation to final consumption. The stories entwine these settings and foodstuffs with people and their histories, equally fascinating and revealing. Finally, I don't share the dislike of the narration -- about which some comments here border on revulsion. It is fine to my ears. As an English-only speaker and reader, I cannot compare the translation to the original.

Beautiful cinametogrphy and great content. I wish each episode was longer so they can take their time with showing the people and food in the areas. Each scene feels rushed. Great concept for good show by Netflix.

Filmed in an elegant way, this is a feast for the eyes! Recommended for foragers, chefs and herbalists. As an instructor of Chinese herbal medicine, I 'll even recommend this to my students. It is a cultural treasure. Watched it with subtitles (no voice over).

I just hope that Netflix creates another season in another region.

This show is not only visually stunning, but the depth of understanding you will gain is up there with a culinary education course. I cook with a lot of these ingredients, and it was really interesting to learn about them in a more in-depth format. I love watching this before bed, since it's actually pretty soothing and relaxing to watch.

The only improvements would be the voice over, and making the episodes longer.