The Unlikely Cook with Awkwafina (2026)
Synopsis
Nora Lum aka Awkwafina embarks on a deeply personal cross-country journey as she explores contemporary Asian American cuisine, starting with her family's remarkable legacy.
First Air Date: 2026-11-06
Number of Seasons: 1
Number of Episodes: 8
Networks: Apple TV
Top Cast
- Awkwafina as Self
Seasons
Season 1 (2026)
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Episodes:
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Ep. 1: Nora Learns to Cook
A crash course at the Culinary Institute of America opens the door for Nora to attempt a family recipe.
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Ep. 2: Texas Barbecue
Jimmy O. Yang joins Nora as they hit the road in Texas to learn about the state's most iconic food.
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Ep. 3: Michelin-Starred Peking Duck
Culinary icons Roy Choi and Martin Yan school Nora, who makes a life-changing decision.
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Ep. 4: Tiki in Hawai’i
As she develops her menu, Nora gets a taste of the tiki culture that inspired her grandma’s restaurant.
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Ep. 5: Nora Learns to Serve
In LA’s Chinatown, Nora gets hands-on experience in the hard work it takes to open a restaurant.
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Ep. 6: Nora Designs Her Menu
An unlikely fast-food empire provides inspiration as Nora brings her vision to life.
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Ep. 7: The Run-Through
Opening night looms as Nora’s menu comes under fire—and a major problem threatens everything.
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Ep. 8: Opening Night
Nora finally tests her concept on investors, critics, and the toughest VIP diner of all: her grandma.
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