Shaanxi Heat: Fragrant & Bold

Shaanxi Heat: Fragrant & Bold focuses on Xi’an’s most iconic spicy street food, defined not by numbing heat or sour spice, but by a signature fragrant punch. Whether it’s a street-side stand beneath ancient city walls or a tucked-away treasure known only to locals, each dish tells a story. In Shaanxi, every household has its own secret to the perfect chili oil. The documentary highlights these flavorful rituals and the warmth of the people behind them, capturing the soul of the city through the lens of its signature dishes and hidden gems—where local pride and deep tradition meet at the dinner table.

Total episodes

5

Duration/episode

30'

Year

2023

Genre

Culinary Journeys

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