New York - The Taiwan Way

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Brimming with inspiration from his trip to Taiwan, Chris returns to his restaurant, Yumpling, based in New York. Joined by Yumpling’s co-founders, Jeffrey and Howie, Chris dives into the stories behind Yumpling’s flavorful creations and explores the bold taste buds of New Yorkers. But running a business in a city that never sleeps is no easy feat. Interviews with New York-based Asian business owners uncover insights and challenges of running a business catering to diverse crowds and discerning Asian palates. As Chris prepares to host a party, he takes on the ultimate culinary challenge: recreating iconic Taiwanese dishes like the Gua Bao, but with his own unique twist. With invaluable feedback from the supportive yet critical partygoers, Chris and his business partners take Yumpling’s menu to the next level.

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The Taiwan Way

Taiwanese-American restaurant owner Chris Yu returns to Taiwan to get some menu inspiration for their up-and-coming cafe. As he travels around the country, he also comes across a number of surprising stories and secrets that he can’t wait to share with his business partners back home.