Series synopsis
Ancient Recipes, also known as 100道古代美食 is a Chinese documentary television series that premiered on November 27, 2025.
Food is living history. It reflects great shifts in the past and preserves the fine details of ancient life. The documentary Ancient Recipes lightly unlocks the flavors of the past, using food to reveal the history and stories behind it. Taiwanese writer and cultural scholar Gao Wenqi hosts the kitchen, joined by guests from food and culture. In a relaxed, humorous setting, they recreate centuries-old dishes and the traditional wisdom hidden within them.
Premise
Food is living history. It reflects great shifts in the past and preserves the fine details of ancient life. The documentary Ancient Recipes lightly unlocks the flavors of the past, using food to reveal the history and stories behind it. Taiwanese writer and cultural scholar Gao Wenqi hosts the kitchen, joined by guests from food and culture. In a relaxed, humorous setting, they recreate centuries-old dishes and the traditional wisdom hidden within them.
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 25 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 25 | November 27, 2025 | May 14, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pork Pancreas Hubing | November 27, 2025 |
| 2 | Honey Crabs | December 4, 2025 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | December 11, 2025 |
Production
Release
| First aired | November 27, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Last aired | March 19, 2026 |
| Status | continue |