Michael Donnelly
Director
Luke Nguyen's India (2023)
Season 1
Luke Nguyen circumnavigates southern India, discovering the sounds, colours and cuisines of the region, meeting local cooks and chefs, who introduce him to the world of Indian cuisine.
Released Oct. 5, 2023
Episode 48 min
None+
Genres: Documentary
Keywords: tmdb.india, tmdb.indian-food, tmdb.indian-cooking, mdblist.has-trailer
Watch Providers: fuboTV, Tastemade Apple TV Channel, Tastemade Amazon Channel , Philo, YouTube TV
Production Companies: Red Creative Media, SBS TV
Network: SBS
S1E1 - Bangalore
Luke heads to the city of Bangalore in southern India, where he visits MTR, one of the oldest coffee houses in the city, learns how to make idli and meets up with a friend to explore the night markets.
Oct. 5, 2023, midnight
S1E2 - Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu and Thrissur Kerala
Luke learns about Kongunadu cuisine in Coimbatore, partners with a family in Thrissur to create an authentic delicacy and learns about India's rich coffee culture.
Oct. 12, 2023, midnight
S1E3 - Kochi, Kerala and Kerala Backwaters
Luke visits the port city of Kochi, Kerala, where he checks out the iconic Chinese fishing nets, does laundry the old-fashioned way and cooks a famous dish. He leaves the city to witness the state's backwaters and local fishing techniques.
Oct. 19, 2023, midnight
S1E4 - Thekkady, Kerala and Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Luke visits the lush plantations of spices in Thekkady and then tours Madurai, the spiritual heart of Tamil Nadu, to find hidden gems with the help of a local food journalist.
Oct. 26, 2023, midnight
S1E5 - Chettinad, Kymbakonam and Pondicherry
Luke uncovers the history of Chettinad and savours its famous cuisine. He then tastes the chutneys in Kumbakonam and explores the exciting food scene in Pondicherry.
Nov. 2, 2023, midnight
S1E6 - Pondicherry, Chennai and Diwali
Luke explores the French influence on cuisine in Pondicherry with chef Jay. He then finds culinary treasures in Chennai and completes his journey in South India with a sparkling Diwali celebration.
Nov. 9, 2023, midnight
Network: SBS
Episode Runtime: 48 min.
Season Runtime: 292 min.
Released: Oct. 5, 2023
Last Air Date: Nov. 9, 2023, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: NR
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