World Eats Bread
Delectable documentary chronicling bread's roots across cultures. Each episode unveils a staple loaf's origins, mirroring homelands' history and identity.
- 2024-2024
- 1 season
- Disney+
- Documentary
Delectable documentary chronicling bread's roots across cultures. Each episode unveils a staple loaf's origins, mirroring homelands' history and identity.
Season 1 Episode Guide
3 Episodes 2024
Episode 1
Sourdough in San Francisco
Sun, Jun 2, 2024 44 mins
San Francisco's sourdough bread renaissance inspires bakers to explore unconventional techniques, fostering a new appreciation for naturally leavened loaves.
Episode 2
Ramadan Pide in Turkey
Sun, Jun 9, 2024 44 mins
The Fertile Crescent is where the seeds of bread were first planted millenia ago - and to this day Turkey eats more of it than just about any other nation. This is the tale of two of their most beloved loaves: simit, the fuel that powers the thriving city of Istanbul, and Ramadan pide, a once-in-a-year delicacy that represents compassion and generosity - even in trying times.
Episode 3
Tortilla in Guatemala
Sun, Jun 16, 2024
In Guatemala, where the ancient Maya believed the gods made humans out of corn, the tortilla is the heart of every meal. But despite its storied history, this humble flatbread and the women who make it have long been taken for granted. Now, a network of chefs, farmers and activists is fighting to give the tortilla its due, and boost their nation's pride in the process.