The Unlikely Cook with Awkwafina

Season: 1

Nora Lum aka Awkwafina embarks on a deeply personal cross-country journey as she explores contemporary Asian American cuisine, starting with her family's remarkable legacy.

Documentary

1Fri, Nov 06, 2026

Nora Learns to Cook

A crash course at the Culinary Institute of America opens the door for Nora to attempt a family recipe.

2Fri, Nov 06, 2026

Texas Barbecue

Jimmy O. Yang joins Nora as they hit the road in Texas to learn about the state's most iconic food.

3Fri, Nov 13, 2026

Michelin-Starred Peking Duck

Culinary icons Roy Choi and Martin Yan school Nora, who makes a life-changing decision.

4Fri, Nov 20, 2026

Tiki in Hawai’i

As she develops her menu, Nora gets a taste of the tiki culture that inspired her grandma’s restaurant.

5Fri, Nov 27, 2026

Nora Learns to Serve

In LA’s Chinatown, Nora gets hands-on experience in the hard work it takes to open a restaurant.

6Fri, Dec 04, 2026

Nora Designs Her Menu

An unlikely fast-food empire provides inspiration as Nora brings her vision to life.

7Fri, Dec 11, 2026

The Run-Through

Opening night looms as Nora’s menu comes under fire—and a major problem threatens everything.

8Fri, Dec 18, 2026

Opening Night

Nora finally tests her concept on investors, critics, and the toughest VIP diner of all: her grandma.