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Nadiya's Asian Odyssey
Presented by Nadiya Hussain
Country of origin United Kingdom
Original language(s) English
No. of series 1
No. of episodes 2
Production
Executive producer(s) Martha Delap and Anna Miralis
Running time 60 minutes
Production company(s) Wall To Wall West (Bristol) production
Distributor BBC Studios
Release
Original network BBC One
Picture format 16:9 1080p
Audio format Stereo
Original release 3 December 2018 (2018-12-03) – present

Nadiya's Asian Odyssey is an exciting two-part TV show from Britain. It's all about cooking and exploring new places. The show is hosted by the famous chef, Nadiya Hussain.

Nadiya took a special test to learn about her family's history. This test showed her roots were in countries like Thailand, Cambodia, Nepal, and Bangladesh. So, Nadiya decided to visit these amazing places. She wanted to discover their unique foods and learn more about her own background.

Exploring Asian Cuisine

This TV series takes viewers on a delicious journey. Nadiya travels to different countries in Asia. She learns about their traditional foods and cooking styles.

Cambodia's Culinary Secrets

In the first part of the show, Nadiya visited Cambodia. This episode first aired on December 3, 2018.

  • She went to a French pastry school. This school helps local girls who might not have many opportunities.
  • Nadiya also learned about making a special fish paste called prahok. She saw how workers cleaned and prepared tiny fish for it.
  • She helped make palm sugar. This is a natural sweetener from palm trees.

Thailand's Unique Flavors

Nadiya also spent time in Thailand. She tried some very interesting foods there.

  • She tasted durian, a fruit famous for its strong smell.
  • Nadiya also tried eating insects, which are a common snack in some parts of Thailand.
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