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Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook.

Awkwafina sets off on a culinary road trip to revive her family's restaurant.

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Hollywood actor and comedian Nora Lum (a.k.a. Awkwafina) is the descendant of restaurant royalty...but she can't cook. Join the star on an inspiring culinary road trip as she learns the craft and attempts to revive her family's beloved Chinese eatery.

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Season 1.

Nora Learns to Cook

2026-11-06 · 32m4.0

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

Texas Barbecue

2026-11-06 · 33m1.0

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

03

Michelin-Starred Peking Duck

2026-11-13 · 31m

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

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04

Tiki in Hawai'i

2026-11-20 · 31m

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

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05

Nora Learns to Serve

2026-11-27 · 33m

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

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06

Nora Designs Her Menu

2026-12-04 · 30m

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

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07

The Run-Through

2026-12-11 · 32m

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

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08

Opening Night

2026-12-18 · 31m

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

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Cast.

Awkwafina

Awkwafina

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