Luke Nguyen's Greater Mekong

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2x1
Vientiane, Laos
Episode overview
Celebrated chef Luke Nguyen continues his culinary journey across the Greater Mekong region of Southeast Asia, travelling to Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam’s Mekong Delta. In this episode .. show full overview
2x2
Luang Prabang, Laos (Part 1)
Episode overview
In this episode Luke heads north to Laos' 'food capital', Luang Prabang, where he explores the city's fresh produce markets and unique cottage industries, trying his hand at making buffalo patties.
2x3
Luang Prabang, Laos (Part 2)
Episode overview
In this episode Luke stays in Luang Prabang to join the biggest New Year’s celebrations in the country.
2x4
4000 Islands, Laos
Episode overview
In this episode Luke heads to Laos' southern tip to the 4000 Islands, where fishing takes on a whole new meaning. On the Island of Don Khon, Luke learns the art of making the fish staple 'Padhek'.
2x5
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Episode overview
In this episode Luke crosses the Mekong River into Cambodia and the ancient city of Siem Reap. There he explores the revered temples of Angkor Wat and meets local chefs to learn traditional Khmer dishes.
2x6
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Episode overview
In this episode Luke travels to Cambodia's bustling capital city, Phnom Penh, where he finds some unusual treats to eat, including a local delicacy, deep-fried tarantulas
2x7
Kep & Kampot, Cambodia
Episode overview
In this episode Luke travels to the seaside towns of Kep and Kampot to experience their delectable seafood and world-famous pepper. There he teams up with a local fisherwoman at the seafood markets.
2x8
Kep & Chau Doc, Vietnam
Episode overview
Luke enjoys a weekend of food and sun in the seaside town of Kep before heading across the border to Chau Doc in Vietnam. Starting beachside, Luke cooks a tasty barbequed squid.
2x9
Chau Doc & Cai Be, Vietnam
Episode overview
Luke visits the floating villages of Chau Doc and Cai Be to cook some intriguing local dishes. He starts his journey on the Hue River where he cooks a caramelised basa fish dish.
2x10
Cai Be and Ben Tre, Vietnam
Episode overview
In the final episode, Luke meets up with his parents to cook a meal and try some of the creepiest critters he’s ever eaten. Luke cooks with his mum and dad in Cai Be aboard a houseboat, .. show full overview

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