Justine Schofield, renowned chef and television personality, explores the dynamic flavors of Hong Kong in her latest season of TravelCooking. This captivating series airs Sunday nights and invites viewers into the vibrant culinary landscape of one of Asia’s gastronomic hubs. Schofield hopes to highlight some of Hong Kong’s most quintessential dishes. Along the way, he introduces you to local culinary masters, who help to make these exciting tastes jump off the plate.
Along her culinary adventure, we see Schofield tasting numerous local favorites that make up Hong Kong’s unique and dazzling food scene. She tastes dim sum and aromatic roasted meats. Through each bite, she learns the histories rooted in each plate. Through her encounters with these local chefs, many of whom become her close collaborators, her preliminary research unfurls towards a deeper and more sensual understanding of cooking as practice. By visiting these culinary wizards, Schofield learns not only how to cook with these unique products but the importance of these ingredients in each culture.
In addition to sampling local delicacies, Schofield brings the taste of Hong Kong back home, straight into her own kitchen. She’s passionate about showing viewers how they can recreate these iconic dishes at home, making her culinary adventures attainable to everyone. This personal touch serves to inform her audience directly about the rich tradition and cuisine of Hong Kong. It further encourages them to tap into their own culinary creativity.
Schofield’s show—which groundbreaking for multiple reasons—is produced in English to reach the largest possible worldwide audience of viewers hungry to discover new culinary cultures. Through lush narrative construction, every episode paints the picture of that place, telling the full story of what makes the food so special—the exciting culture that envelops it. The combination of travel and cooking creates a unique viewing experience, appealing to both food enthusiasts and travel aficionados alike.
Throughout season 2, viewers can expect to discover even more hidden gems in Hong Kong’s dynamic culinary landscape. Schofield’s enthusiasm for cooking and her dedication to sharing authentic culinary experiences ensure that each episode is both informative and engaging.
