The Migrant Kitchen
"The Migrant Kitchen" explores Los Angeles' booming food scene through the eyes of a new generation of chefs whose cuisine is inspired by their immigrant experience.
- 2016-2022
- 4 seasons
- KCETLink
- Documentary
"The Migrant Kitchen" explores Los Angeles' booming food scene through the eyes of a new generation of chefs whose cuisine is inspired by their immigrant experience.
Season 4 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2022
Episode 1
Los Angeles
Mon, Jan 24, 2022
Taiwanese food is poised to experience a renaissance at Los Angeles's Kato, where chef Jon Yao aims to be the first 3 Michelin-level Taiwanese American restaurant in the US. At Kato, Jon mines rich traditions from his culture and personal upbringing, taps farmers from his community for unique ingredients, and aims to enlighten diners on the nuances of this varied and unique cuisine.
Episode 2
Portland
Tue, Feb 1, 2022
In Portland, Oregon, a long-misunderstood culture of Russia and the Ukraine finds a fresh audience and following at Kachka, a restaurant that celebrates both chef Bonnie Morales' Soviet-Jewish roots, as well as the particular Pacific Northwest bounty.
Episode 3
Puerto Rico
Tue, Feb 8, 2022
In Puerto Rico, chefs like José Enrique work with farmers and their communities to rescue a vibrant culture from a history of colonialism and agricultural oppression, all while creating opportunities for a more independent and self-sufficient future.
Episode 4
Houston
Tue, Feb 15, 2022
Soul food has long been a polarizing stereotype, limiting conversation about the resiliency of the Black identity. In Houston, Texas, chefs Chris Williams of the renowned Lucille's and Jonny Rhodes of Indigo are on a mission to empower the Black community of Texas through entrepreneurialism, while fighting agricultural oppression and uplifting African American foodways.
Episode 5
Brooklyn
Wed, Feb 2, 2022
Brooklyn chefs Jenny Kwak and Sohui Kim carry on traditions of female-driven Korean food.
