TV series
Once Upon a Bite
2018–, Chinese, on Zhejiang Television & Tencent Video. Created by Chen Xiaoqing.
Filmed over a period of four years, this food documentary journeys to 22 countries across six continents, focusing on areas where “East meets West” in the dining scene and delves into the rise and changes in Chinese cuisines worldwide.
- Seasons
- 5
- Episodes
- 37
- Episode length
- 50 min
- Status
- Still running
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Where to watch Once Upon a Bite
Once Upon a Bite is streaming on Tencent Video in India.
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Latest episode
S5 E7: Delicious Spices and Where to Find Them
Aired 9 January 2025
Seasons 5
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 28 October 2018
- Network
- Zhejiang Television, Tencent Video
- Original title
- 风味人间
- Language
- Chinese
- Country
- China
- Type
- Documentary
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Once Upon a Bite: quick answers
Is Once Upon a Bite worth watching?
Once Upon a Bite doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of Once Upon a Bite are there?
Once Upon a Bite has 5 seasons and 37 episodes, about 50 minutes each.
Is Once Upon a Bite finished?
Once Upon a Bite is still listed as returning series; no new episode date is announced yet.
Which OTT platform is Once Upon a Bite on?
Once Upon a Bite is streaming on Tencent Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Once Upon a Bite parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Once Upon a Bite yet.
What shows are like Once Upon a Bite?
If you liked Once Upon a Bite, try A Bite of China, Chef's Table, Ugly Delicious.
Who created Once Upon a Bite?
Once Upon a Bite was created by Chen Xiaoqing and stars Li Lihong.