Telling chef stories through
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About the Series

Each episode of Life of Rice spotlights one chef, one restaurant, and one signature rice dish.

Through an interview about the chef's relationship to rice and their culinary journey, the minute details in their cooking process are revealed and depicted through gritty kitchen footage of dish preparation.

A Glimpse into the Stories

Fan Fried Rice Bar

Fan Fried Rice Bar

A Taiwanese street food spot in Brooklyn where fried rice takes center stage — equal parts comfort food and craft.

Fan Fried Rice Bar
Indian Table

Indian Table

A neighborhood gem bringing the warmth of Indian home cooking through a chef's deep relationship with rice and memory.

Indian Table
Nin Hao

Nin Hao

A celebrated Taiwanese-American restaurant where each bowl of rice carries the weight of memory, culture, and craft.

Nin Hao