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The Mind of a Chef

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Season 6 Episode 3

Danny visits Chengdu to reconnect with the place, the food and the person -- renowned chef Yu Bo -- that have influenced him the most. Szechuan food has been the greatest source of inspiration for Danny, and consequently his life. Learn all about the dishes, cooking methods, unique flavors and stories that have driven Danny on a quest to master this style of food.

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